Destinations: Chengdu + Jiuzhaigou + Chongqing
Brought to you by PandaStudyTour, this well-paced 8-day private tour takes you deep into western China's most breathtaking natural scenery and vibrant local culture. You will meet adorable giant pandas in Chengdu, explore the fairy-tale multicolored lakes and waterfalls of Jiuzhaigou, admire the stunning terraced pools of Huanglong, and experience the one-of-a-kind 8D mountain city charm of Chongqing. Blending wildlife encounter, UNESCO natural wonders, ancient towns, river scenery and authentic Sichuan cuisine, this itinerary is perfectly crafted for first-time China visitors, nature lovers, food enthusiasts and cultural explorers. Enjoy pure sightseeing with no forced shopping, relaxed schedules, private vehicle and professional English guide throughout your journey.
Tour Highlights
Why Choose This PandaStudyTour Private Tour?
This tailor-made private tour is designed exclusively for international travelers, with fluent English guides offering in-depth cultural and scenic explanations every day. We carefully select high-quality 4-star hotels located in downtown and scenic entrance areas for convenient rest and travel. All high-speed train tickets and popular scenic entry tickets are pre-booked by our team to save you from queuing and sold-out troubles. We provide customizable catering to suit mild taste, vegetarian and dietary allergy needs. The whole journey is pure play without shopping stops, allowing you to travel at your own comfortable rhythm and fully immerse yourself in the scenery, food and local lifestyle of western China.
Day 1 Arrival in Chengdu
Upon your arrival at Chengdu airport, your private English-speaking guide and driver will greet you and transfer you to a 4-star hotel in the Jinjiang or Chunxi Road downtown area to settle in and ease jet lag. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll through Kuanzhai Alleys, well-preserved ancient Qing Dynasty streets. You can taste local snacks such as dan dan noodles and shengjian buns, and optionally enjoy Sichuan Opera face-changing performance in a traditional teahouse.
Day 2 Chengdu Giant Panda Base & Local Slow Life
Start early to visit Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, the best time to see active and feeding giant pandas and lovely baby pandas in the nursery. Your guide will share professional knowledge about panda protection and living habits. After a local Sichuan-style lunch with adjustable mild spice, spend the afternoon at People's Park, experiencing genuine Chengdu slow life with traditional jasmine tea and watching locals playing chess and mahjong. In the evening, wander Jinli Ancient Street to enjoy lantern-lit night scenery and featured street snacks.
Day 3 Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou
Take private car to Chengdu East Railway Station and board a comfortable high-speed train to Huanglongjiuzhai Station. After arriving, transfer by private car to the Jiuzhaigou scenic area and check into a hotel near the valley entrance. Take time to adapt to the local altitude with no intense exercise. In the evening, take a casual walk around the town and try authentic Tibetan yak soup.
Day 4 Full Day Jiuzhaigou National Park
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Jiuzhaigou National Park, known as Fairyland on Earth. Enter the park with your private guide and take the official electric sightseeing cart. Wander along Rize Valley to admire Five-Flower Lake with crystal multicolored water and the famous Pearl Shoal Waterfall. After a simple lunch inside the park, continue to visit Shuzheng Valley, Reed Lake, Long Lake and Five-Color Pond, enjoying primitive mountain forests, lakes and waterfall landscapes all day long.
Day 5 Huanglong Scenic Area & Return to Chengdu
Depart early to Huanglong Scenic Area, a renowned UNESCO high-altitude scenic spot famous as Heavenly Pools on the Plateau. Wander the stunning Five-Color Pools at high altitude, Golden Sand Pavement and ancient temple sites to appreciate the unique blue-green terraced pool landscape. After lunch in Huanglong, transfer back to the railway station and take high-speed train returning to Chengdu. The evening is free for you to arrange your own time, and trying authentic Sichuan hot pot is highly recommended.
Day 6 Chengdu to Chongqing
Transfer to Chengdu East Railway Station and take high-speed train to Chongqing. After checking into your hotel near Jiefangbei and Hongyadong, start your city exploration. Visit the iconic Liziba Light Rail station, famous for the light rail passing through residential buildings. Stroll Ciqikou Ancient Town to wander old streets, taste spicy snacks and relax in traditional teahouses. In the evening, admire the breathtaking night view of Hongyadong, whose unique cliffside architecture is widely inspired by the classic animation Spirited Away.
Day 7 Chongqing City & River Night Cruise
Ride the Yangtze River Cableway to overlook the river and urban skyline, then visit Huguang Guild Hall to appreciate traditional ancient Chinese architectural style. Enjoy authentic Chongqing noodles and local specialties for lunch. In the afternoon, walk along the cliffside Mountain City Trail, exploring old neighborhoods and enjoying panoramic city views. In the evening, take a relaxing Yangtze and Jialing River night cruise to admire brilliant bridge lights and the bustling city night skyline.
Day 8 Chongqing Departure
Spend your final morning at a relaxed pace. You can visit Chaotianmen Square to overlook the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing River, or arrange last-minute souvenir shopping for local tea, spicy snacks and traditional crafts. At the scheduled time, our private car will transfer you to Chongqing Jiangbei Airport for your departure flight.
Important Notes
Let PandaStudyTour lead you to discover lovely giant pandas, fairy-tale high-altitude landscapes and the magical 8D mountain city of Chongqing, and collect unforgettable natural and cultural memories in western China.
