8 Days 7 Nights
Best Apr–Nov
Chengdu In · Chongqing Out
Sichuan-Chongqing Route · High-Speed Rail to Jiuzhaigou
High-speed rail in/out of Jiuzhaigou (6h less mountain roads than traditional buses), Huanglong's earthly paradise, Chengdu Sanxingdui/Panda Base, Chongqing's magical 8D mountain city + Wulong Three Natural Bridges. One route covering the best of Sichuan and Chongqing.
All-Inclusive · No Extra Fees
High-Speed Rail · 6h Saved
Guaranteed Hotel Bookings
USD Pricing
Price
4+ People · Per Person
USD 840from
RMB ¥6,000 · MYR 3,860 · USD 835
Under 4 · Per Person
USD 980from
RMB ¥7,000 · MYR 4,520 · USD 975
More people, lower per-person cost — groups of 6/8/12 enjoy even better rates. Private group, one vehicle per booking, no strangers mixed in.
Scenic area shuttles not included: Jiuzhaigou sightseeing bus ¥90, Huanglong cable car ¥80 + shuttle ¥20 + descent cable ¥40, Dujiangyan shuttle ¥30, Panda Base shuttle ¥30, Fairy Mountain train ¥25.
Actual pricing varies by vehicle type and hotel tier — contact your travel consultant online for an exact quote.
Scenic area shuttles not included: Jiuzhaigou sightseeing bus ¥90, Huanglong cable car ¥80 + shuttle ¥20 + descent cable ¥40, Dujiangyan shuttle ¥30, Panda Base shuttle ¥30, Fairy Mountain train ¥25.
Actual pricing varies by vehicle type and hotel tier — contact your travel consultant online for an exact quote.
✓ 500K Travel Insurance
✓ All-Inclusive
✓ No Shopping
✓ No Tipping
Itinerary
Day-by-Day Plan
Chengdu in, Chongqing out. High-speed rail to and from Jiuzhaigou — 2 hours direct, no 8–10 hours of winding mountain roads. Chengdu–Chongqing by high-speed rail in 1.5 hours. Sensible driving distances, no rushing.
DAY 1
Arrive Chengdu
Airport pickup (Tianfu Airport) → Check in → Free time. Your travel consultant walks you through the entire itinerary — every day, every hotel, every optional item, confirmed line by line. Go for hotpot on your own in the evening — your travel consultant will tell you which place won't have a 2-hour queue.
DAY 2
High-Speed Rail to Jiuzhaigou · Huanglong
Chengdu → High-speed rail to Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station (~2h) → Huanglong (Earthly Paradise) → Stay at Jiuzhaigou. While competitors are still shaking on an 8–10 hour bus ride, you're already at Huanglong. Five-Color Pool, Golden Sand Beach — cascading calcified pools shimmering blue under the sun.
DAY 3
Jiuzhaigou · A Full Day of Blue
Deep-dive free exploration of Jiuzhaigou — Pearl Shoal → Five-Flower Lake → Five-Color Pool → Nuorilang Waterfall → Mirror Lake → Rhinoceros Lake. Sightseeing buses throughout — walk when you want, ride when you want. A full day, no rushing, no pressure. → High-speed rail back to Chengdu (~2h). After Jiuzhaigou, no other water compares — that saying is true.
DAY 4
Ancient Shu · Millennium Waterworks
Sanxingdui Museum or Panda Base → Zhongshuge Bookstore → Yangtianwo Square → Dujiangyan → Guanxian Ancient Town → Blue Bridge night view. The bronze masks at Sanxingdui will make you wonder if this was an alien civilization. Dujiangyan — a 2,000-year-old irrigation system still functioning today.
DAY 5
Magical Chongqing · 8D Mountain City
Chengdu high-speed rail to Chongqing (~1.5h) → Ciqikou → Liziba Monorail Through Building → Mountain City Trail → Shibati → Longmenhao Old Street → Liberation Monument → Hongya Cave night view. Today you'll see how surreal Chongqing is — a monorail passing through a building, walking out on what you thought was the 1st floor only to find it's the 8th, your GPS spinning in circles.
DAY 6
Wulong · Journey to Earth's Core
Chongqing → Wulong Three Natural Bridges → Fairy Mountain. The Three Natural Bridges were a filming location for Transformers 4 — three massive natural stone arches spanning the canyon, with people looking like ants beneath them. Fairy Mountain at 20°C in summer — a natural air conditioner + alpine grasslands.
DAY 7
Miao Village · Wujiang Gallery
Wulong → Chiyou Jiuli City → Wujiang Gallery boat cruise → Return to Chongqing. Jiuli City is China's largest Miao architectural complex — the 99-meter Chiyou Grand Hall. The Wujiang Gallery boat ride through canyon gorges rivals the Three Gorges in grandeur.
DAY 8
Departure
Free time in the city → Chongqing airport drop-off. Your travel consultant confirms your next flight time and sees you through to security. Have a bowl of Chongqing xiaomian noodles before you leave — the "Chongqing noodles" in Singapore are nothing like the real thing.
What's Included
Included & Not Included
✓ Included
Full-journey 7-seater business vehicle (fuel/tolls/parking included)
Chengdu ↔ Huanglong-Jiuzhai round-trip high-speed rail tickets
Chengdu → Chongqing high-speed rail ticket
Highly-rated 4-diamond hotels (breakfast included)
All listed scenic area admission tickets (Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong/Dujiangyan/Wulong etc.)
Wujiang Gallery boat cruise
500K RMB travel accident insurance
Unlimited bottled water + airport transfers
✗ Not Included
International flights to/from Chengdu/Chongqing
Lunch and dinner (recommendations provided, no designated restaurants)
Scenic area shuttles (see price notes)
Personal expenses, souvenirs
Visa fees (visa-free entry for many passport holders)
Hardware Standards
Vehicle & Hotel
No "equivalent substitute" excuses — what's confirmed is what you get.
Fully Licensed 7-Seater Business Vehicle
Chengdu-Chongqing dual-city route, vehicle stays with you. Brand-owned, self-dispatched, self-inspected. The Jiuzhaigou segment uses high-speed rail, but you still need a vehicle from the station to Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou entrance — our vehicle is waiting for you at Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station.
Vehicle sizing guide: 4 pax → 7-seater / 6 pax → 9-seater / 10 pax → ≥17-seat minibus. Matched to group size + luggage, never cramped.
Vehicle sizing guide: 4 pax → 7-seater / 6 pax → 9-seater / 10 pax → ≥17-seat minibus. Matched to group size + luggage, never cramped.
Highly-Rated 4-Diamond Minimum
Selection criteria: a good 4-diamond beats a mediocre 5-diamond, and a bad 4-diamond is worse than a 3-diamond. Hotel names provided before departure — that is your final hotel. In exceptional circumstances, always upgraded to a higher standard at LiMao's expense.
Jiuzhaigou: hotel within walking distance of the entrance — first entry in the morning, beating the crowds. Chongqing: near Jiefangbei/Hongya Cave, walking distance to core attractions. Competitors promise "Jiuzhaigou 5-star hotel" → you arrive to find it's in the county town, 40 minutes from the entrance. We don't play that game.
Jiuzhaigou: hotel within walking distance of the entrance — first entry in the morning, beating the crowds. Chongqing: near Jiefangbei/Hongya Cave, walking distance to core attractions. Competitors promise "Jiuzhaigou 5-star hotel" → you arrive to find it's in the county town, 40 minutes from the entrance. We don't play that game.
Why This Way
Itinerary Design Logic
Not a random collection of sights — every pacing decision has a reason.
Why high-speed rail to Jiuzhaigou instead of a bus?
This is the core differentiator of our Sichuan-Chongqing route. Traditional Jiuzhaigou trips: depart Chengdu by bus, 8–10 hours of winding mountain roads, half the bus throwing up by arrival. The Sichuan-Qinghai Railway opened in 2024 — Chengdu to Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station in 2 hours. You're eating wontons in Chengdu in the morning and standing at Huanglong's Five-Color Pool by noon. The 6 hours saved = one extra attraction (Huanglong). Why don't competitors use high-speed rail? Because buses are cheaper — but they won't tell you how many times passengers vomited along the way.
Why Chengdu + Chongqing combo instead of just one city?
Flying to China from overseas isn't cheap. Just Chengdu or just Chongqing — you'd have to fly another 4–5 hours next time. We cover two cities in one trip: Chengdu's laid-back charm + Chongqing's surreal magic, just 1.5 hours apart by high-speed rail. Completely different vibes but equally spectacular, no repetition. Same airfare, one more world.
Is one full day enough for Jiuzhaigou? Why not stay an extra night?
Yes, it's enough. Jiuzhaigou's three valleys form a Y-shape, all connected by sightseeing buses. A full day from 8am to 5pm comfortably covers every highlight. An extra night means an extra day's cost — and Jiuzhaigou tickets are single-day valid; you'd need to buy another ticket for day two. We enter first thing in the morning, avoid crowds, catch the best light, and take the evening high-speed rail back to Chengdu — efficient, no waste.
Is Wulong worth it?
Absolutely. The Three Natural Bridges are a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for Transformers 4 and Curse of the Golden Flower — the sheer scale of these three natural stone arches can't be captured in photos. Fairy Mountain is 20°C in summer — when Chongqing is baking at 40°C, you're on an alpine meadow feeling the breeze. That contrast is the experience itself. Competitors rush Wulong as a frantic day trip — we stay overnight, no rushing.
Pitfall Comparison: Common Industry Problems vs. Our Approach
Common industry problem: Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou by bus, 8–10 hours of winding mountain roads, extremely high motion sickness rate, whole bus vomiting; only 4–5 hours at Jiuzhaigou (need 6–8 hours), Huanglong cut or compressed to 2 hours; minimum 10 hours in the vehicle daily — "pushing human endurance limits."
Our approach: Sichuan-Qinghai Railway opened in 2024 — Chengdu East to Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station in ~2 hours, saving 6 hours of mountain roads each way, 16–20 hours less driving total. Jiuzhaigou: first entry, full day deep exploration. Scenic shuttle costs (¥90/80/30 etc.) listed upfront, transparent, no hidden fees. Never more than 3–4 hours in the vehicle daily.
Common industry problem: Chongqing hotpot kickback restaurants — drivers recommend "authentic old hotpot" at ¥150–200 per person when locals pay ¥60–80 for the same; Hongya Cave only photographed from across the street, never going inside; Wulong Three Natural Bridges only a short segment before rushing back; most Xiaohongshu comment-section tour leader recommendations are shills; sales promise "professional guide + drone," actual driver knows nothing.
Our approach: Driver-guides selected, trained, and paid by the brand on fixed salary — no kickbacks, no "partner hotpot restaurant" recommendations. Hongya Cave: full interior experience, not just a photo from across the street. Wulong: overnight stay, no rushing. One vehicle per booking, no strangers mixed in — your group is your family and friends, nobody else.
Sichuan-Chongqing Pitfalls
What You'll Encounter with Competitors
Every item below comes from real Xiaohongshu feedback. More likes = more people got burned.
"Sales promised pro guide + drone → actual driver knows nothing" 1,280 likes
→ Our Approach
All driver-guides are selected, trained, and paid by the brand. Not temp hires. Fixed salary — service quality has nothing to do with whether you tip. Our driver-guides know every road and the best photo spot at every attraction.
"¥880 five-day tour = strangers cobbled together, 600/400/1000 crammed into one vehicle" 156 likes
→ Our Approach
One vehicle per booking, no strangers mixed in. Your group is your family/friends — no random person sitting next to you. Transparent, uniform pricing — no situation where different people in the same vehicle paid different prices.
"Minimum 10 hours in the vehicle daily — 'pushing human endurance limits'" 625 likes
→ Our Approach
High-speed rail to Jiuzhaigou — eliminating 8–10 hours of mountain bus roads each way. 16–20 hours less driving total. Chengdu to Chongqing by 1.5-hour high-speed rail — not a bus. Never more than 3–4 hours in the vehicle daily, leaving ample time at attractions.
"Jiuzhaigou by bus 8–10h mountain roads + motion sickness → high-speed rail 2h" Comparison
→ Our Approach
Sichuan-Qinghai Railway opened in 2024. Chengdu East → Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station, second class ~2 hours, ~¥100. Exit the station right into the Huanglong direction — the 6 hours saved, we take you to Huanglong. While competitors are still wobbling through mountain curves, you've already photographed Five-Color Pool.
Who's Done This Route
"Jiuzhaigou was absolutely breathtaking — I'd seen photos in Singapore and thought they added filters, but when I got there, the water really is that color. Best part was taking the high-speed rail to Jiuzhaigou — my kid didn't get carsick at all. Chongqing's Hongya Cave night view stunned us — we've never seen a city like that. One route, two worlds — totally worth the airfare."
4 travelers · From USD 840
FAQ
About This Route
Is altitude sickness a problem at Jiuzhaigou?
Jiuzhaigou scenic area sits at 2,000–3,100m — the vast majority of people have no issues. Huanglong's highest point is ~3,900m — mild reactions possible. Your travel consultant carries oxygen and glucose. If concerned, skip Huanglong and just enjoy Jiuzhaigou — the entire valley has sightseeing buses, minimal walking. Coming from sea-level Singapore, most people are totally fine.
When is the best season?
Mid-to-late October: Jiuzhaigou's autumn colors are legendary — the red and yellow leaf reflections on Five-Flower Lake are unbeatable. April–May: abundant water, spectacular waterfalls. July–August: escape the heat (Jiuzhaigou stays around 20°C), though Chengdu and Chongqing are hotter. Early November: late autumn is still beautiful. Winter (Dec–Mar): snow-covered landscapes at Jiuzhaigou are stunning in their own way, though some walkways may close.
Is Chongqing too hot in summer?
July–August is genuinely hot (35–40°C), but the itinerary is thoughtfully paced. Outdoor activities in the morning and evening, hotel rest or indoor attractions in the afternoon. Wulong Fairy Mountain at 1,900m is 20°C in summer — nature's central air conditioning. And coming from Singapore, you have natural resistance to heat — Chongqing's dry heat actually feels more comfortable than Singapore's humidity.
Can we visit both Sanxingdui and the Panda Base?
The default itinerary picks one. The two sites are in different directions from Chengdu — covering both in one day is too rushed. If you want both — contact your travel consultant in advance to adjust: Panda Base on D3 morning, Sanxingdui on D4 morning. This adds half a day and corresponding costs, but your travel consultant will calculate everything clearly for you.
Are there restrictions for foreign passport holders in Sichuan/Chongqing?
No restrictions whatsoever. Many passport holders enjoy 15–30 day visa-free entry to China. Sichuan and Chongqing are fully open to all foreign visitors — Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong have no foreign guest restrictions. Foreign-guest hotels must have foreign-guest certification — we verify this in advance.
Are meals included? Is Sichuan food too spicy?
Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included — Sichuan-Chongqing is a culinary paradise, and your travel consultant recommends local-favorite restaurants (not kickback joints). Worried about spice? Sichuan cuisine isn't just numbing-spicy mala — there's kaishui baicai (master stock cabbage), tian shaobai (sweet steamed pork), and yeba (glutinous rice cakes), all non-spicy. Hotpot can be ordered as yuanyang (half spicy, half mild) — the mild side is completely safe. Chongqing xiaomian can be ordered "mild spicy." Average USD 5–10 per day eats very well.
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Key Takeaways
- This 8-day, 7-night route starts in Chengdu and ends in Chongqing, using high-speed rail for Chengdu–Jiuzhaigou and Chengdu–Chongqing segments. The article says this cuts out long mountain-road bus rides, with about 2 hours each way to Huanglong-Jiuzhai Station and about 1.5 hours between Chengdu and Chongqing.
- The itinerary covers Huanglong and a full day in Jiuzhaigou, then continues to Chengdu sites such as Sanxingdui or the Panda Base, Dujiangyan, and Guanxian Ancient Town. In Chongqing and nearby Wulong, it includes city landmarks, the Three Natural Bridges, Fairy Mountain, Chiyou Jiuli City, and a Wujiang Gallery boat cruise.
- Included items listed in the article are round-trip high-speed rail tickets for the Jiuzhaigou segment, the Chengdu to Chongqing rail ticket, a business vehicle for the road portions, 4-diamond hotels with breakfast, major attraction tickets, the Wujiang Gallery cruise, airport transfers, bottled water, and travel accident insurance. Lunches, dinners, international flights, scenic area shuttles, personal expenses, and visa fees are not included.
- The pricing shown is per person and varies by group size, with separate rates for groups of 4 or more and for under 4 travelers. The article also notes that actual pricing can vary by vehicle type and hotel tier, and some scenic area shuttle and cable car fees are paid separately.
- The route is described as a private group tour with one vehicle per booking and no mixed groups. The article also specifies vehicle sizing by group size and says final hotel names are provided before departure.
Official resources
- Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China (mct.gov.cn) — the national regulator for licensed travel agencies
- National Immigration Administration (nia.gov.cn) — official entry, exit, and immigration information for mainland China
- Consular Services, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (cs.mfa.gov.cn) — official consular information and travel notices