• Changzhou Gucheng Parking Lot - Start your day in Changzhou Ancient City, a historic riverside settlement in Dazu with over a millennium of history. Formerly the center of Changzhou Prefecture, this quaint old town boasts stone-paved streets, traditional wooden houses, guild halls, and small temples that showcase its Tang and Song Dynasty heritage. It’s an ideal spot to stretch your legs, savor local snacks, and experience daily life in the Dazu area before visiting the rock carvings.
• The Dazu Rock Carvings - Proceed to Baodingshan, the most remarkable collection of the Dazu Rock Carvings, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their exceptional religious art and vivid depictions of medieval Chinese life. Stroll along a path lined with massive rock reliefs carved between the 12th and 13th centuries, featuring intricate Buddhist figures, narrative panels, and expressive faces that are impressively preserved. Your guide will highlight significant details and explain the integration of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucian ideas in the carvings.

After exploring the grottoes, enjoy a digital film that uses projection, sound, and lighting to present the history, symbolism, and restoration of the Dazu Rock Carvings in an engaging manner. This brief show offers a chance to relax, deepen your understanding of Baodingshan, and view close-up reconstructions of some of the most renowned scenes.

• Ciqikou Ancient Town - In the late afternoon, travel back towards Chongqing and visit Ciqikou Ancient Town, a vibrant historic district on the Jialing River. Once a bustling porcelain port, Ciqikou is now famous for its old streets, traditional courtyard houses, temples, and teahouses, along with a variety of street food. Stroll through the stone lanes, visit a temple or riverside pier, taste local snacks, and immerse yourself in the blend of history and daily life as the lanterns begin to illuminate.

• Admission fees
• Entrance fees
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• English Speaking Local Tour Guide

• Meals
• Gratuities

Discover the fascinating history and culture to the west of Chongqing on an enriching full-day tour, featuring visits to two historic towns and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Begin your adventure in Changzhou Ancient City, where you can wander along stone-paved streets flanked by traditional wooden houses and local temples. Next, be captivated by the remarkable Baodingshan section of the Dazu Rock Carvings, celebrated for its exquisite Buddhist art and historical importance. Conclude your day in the bustling Ciqikou Ancient Town, known for its lively streets and delectable street food as lanterns illuminate the night.

• Explore the historical richness of Changzhou Ancient Town
• Discover the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with an expert guide
• Experience an engaging digital show about the history of the rock carvings
• Savor local snacks and the vibrant ambiance of Ciqikou Ancient Town
• Benefit from a personalized experience in a small group (maximum 15 travelers).
• This tour operates with a “Guaranteed Departure” policy, meaning that even if the minimum group size is not met, the tour will still proceed as scheduled to ensure your travel plans remain uninterrupted. You will enjoy the same high-quality service regardless of the final group number
• Not recommended for babies under 1 year

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.