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Chongqing and Dazu Rock Carvings · 4 days

Explore Chongqing’s riverbanks and layered streets, then dedicate a day to Dazu, keeping the four-day trip focused on culture.

Dazu Rock Carvings

Places along the way

Pace, season and who it suits

Pace A Chongqing base · One longer day trip

Season Spring and autumn suit walking; keep indoor alternatives for heat or rain

Who it suits Groups interested in religious sculpture, art history and urban landscapes

Two stories, city and sculpture

A full day for Dazu

Plan city walks around elevation changes

01 Day 1

Chongqing

Walk an easily reached riverbank and neighbourhood, discussing spice levels and preferences for dinner.

02 Day 2

Yuzhong, Chongqing

Link Jiefangbei, views of Hongyadong and the river in Yuzhong, checking levels, stairs and exits for a workable walk.

03 Day 3

Dazu

Travel to Baodingshan carvings, adding Beishan only if access, interest and timing allow.

04 Day 4

Chongqing

Plan breakfast around the departure hub, avoiding a distant old-town trip before leaving.

DATES, COMPANIONS AND STOPS

Bring this itinerary and tell us your dates, travel companions and the places you most want to keep.

Before you travel2

Getting around comfortably: Dazu needs road transfers; city navigation also needs the correct levels and exits, not just map distance.
Confirm this before departure: Confirm open areas, interpretation and photography rules, agreeing the guide language beforehand.

Itinerary and preparation

The itinerary can adapt to your dates, companions and interests. Bookings, transport and services are confirmed for the actual plan.