5 Days | Rongchang: Intriguing Xiabu Town Tour

Tour Overview

Chongqing, a metropolis where technology and street life dance in unison—a cyberpunk dreamscape flickering with neon shadows, a symphony of magic woven from Hongya Cave’s lantern glow and the light rail piercing through buildings.

Chengdu, a poetic realm where history and modernity intertwine—a mystic whisper echoing from ancient Shu civilization, a millennia-old enigma veiled beneath the bronze masks of Sanxingdui.

As a "Dual-City Voyager," you’ll traverse the breath of Sichuan and Chongqing—half immersed in Chongqing’s cybernetic fireworks, half steeped in Chengdu’s ancient Shu echoes. The allure of these twin cities transcends fleeting glances and it resonates in the soul of deep immersion.

During this five-day journey, you will delve into the below experience.

Explore the enchanting intangible cultural heritage of Rongchang grass-linen weaving in Chongqing.

Witness the unparalleled artistry of Sichuan opera in Chengdu’s Kuanzhai Alley.

Savor iconic delicacies like Chongqing noodles and Rongchang yellow jelly.

Dive into thrilling adventures at Happy Valley theme park.

Encounter China’s beloved panda "Hua Hua" at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.

Each moment will transform your trip into the extraordinary tapestry of memories, elevating it from remarkable to truly unforgettable.

 

Highlights of this tour:

1. Experience the intangible cultural heritage of grass linen weaving and delicious food "Rongchang Braised Goose" in Chongqing.

2. Witness the intriguing Sichuan Opera artistry to experience Face-Changing Magic Show at Kuanzhai Alley.

3. Savor Sichuan-Chongqing delicacies like Chongqing noodles and Rongchang yellow jelly.

4. Explore thrilling theme parks in Chongqing.

5. Immerse yourself in the charm of China’s national treasure at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base.

 

Day-by-day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Chongqing

Upon arrival in Chongqing, you will be greeted and a dedicated driver will transfer you to the hotel, after which you may enjoy some time based on your schedule and freely explore some attractions to delve into free Chongqing cultural highlights, such as Chongqing Natural History Museum, Hong'en Temple Park and Hongya Cave Folk Customs Scenic Area.

Important Notice: Upon arrival, your driver will contact you promptly. Please keep your phone reachable after exiting the station and await your driver at the designated meeting area.

Meal: N/A 

Hotel: Chongqing Hotel

 

Day 2: Unique Mountain City Experience

Routes: Zhazi Cave - Ciqikou Ancient Town - Light Rail Passing Through Building - Happy Valley Theme Park

Zhazi Cave (渣滓洞): Nestled in the secluded hills of Geleshan near Ciqikou, this hidden valley surrounded by mountains served as a secret prison by Kuomintang forces from 1938. Countless heroic tales unfolded within its walls where revolutionaries were detained and persecuted during China’s revolutionary struggle.

Ciqikou Ancient Town (磁器口): A millennium-old Wharf Ancient town along the Jialing River. Its 1.5km bluestone street preserves Ming-Qing dynasty stilt houses and gathers intangible heritage like Sichuan opera face-changing and Chen’s crispy hemp twists – earning its title as "Old Chongqing in Miniature".

Chongqing Noodles (重庆小面): As the city’s iconic culinary soul, it is a spicy-numb málà broth layered with complex seasonings and affordable prices. To taste this dish is to taste "The Spirit of Chongqing" itself.

Light Rail Piercing Building (轻轨穿楼): An engineering marvel at Liziba Station (Line 2), where monorails seamlessly cut through a residential-commercial complex. This landmark epitomizes Chongqing’s "8D Phantom City" topography through ingenious mountain-adaptive design.

Happy Valley Theme Park (乐和乐都): Chongqing's premier eco-tourism destination – upgraded from the former "Chongqing Wildlife World". As western China’s largest integrated resort, it blends wildlife encounters, thrill rides, science education, and cultural performances into an "One Park, Multiple Realms" immersive ecosystem.

After the tour, transfer to your hotel for rest. 

Meal: Breakfast 

Hotel: Rongchang Hotel

 

Day 3: Immersive Grass Linen Experience

Routes: Xiabu Town in Rongchang - Wanling Ancient Town - Kuanzhai Alley

After breakfast, head to Xiabu Town (夏布小镇), which is a living museum centered on Rongchang Grass Linen Weaving (China's National Intangible Cultural Heritage). Its 24 Ming-Qing style courtyard buildings fuse millennium-old linen craftsmanship with contemporary creativity, allowing visitors to weave history through hands-on heritage experiences.

New Highlight: The famous "Braised Goose Brother" mural commemorates local chef Lin Jiang’s Chongqing-accented English interaction with international influencer "Speed" while sharing Rongchang braised goose.

Rongchang Yellow Pea Jelly (荣昌黄凉粉) : As the soul of Rongchang’s culinary heritage, it is a century-old delicacy crafted from local golden peas and Laixi River water. Its amber glow and tangy-spicy profile embody the philosophy "small ingredients, masterful artistry" in Ba-Yu gastronomy. Now it is a must-try when you are in Rongchang.

Wanling Ancient Town (万灵古镇): A 700-year-old Ming-Qing gem where "mountains, waters, and architecture unite in cosmic harmony". Dubbed "Western Chongqing’s Wuzhen" and "Immigrant Waterscape", this convergence of Ba-Yu antiquity and Jiangnan charm offers breathtaking natural poetry.

Kuanzhai Alley (宽窄巷子): China’s 4A-rated "Urban Living Room" unfolds through three parallel alleys (Kuan alley, Zhai alley, Jing alley). As Chengdu’s eternal heartbeat, it bridges past and present via intangible heritage theaters and immerse yourself in Sichuan Opera’s magical allure here.

Meal: Breakfast 

Hotel: Chengdu Hotel

 

Day 4: Appreciate China's National Treasures and Experience Ancient Chinese Culture

Routes: Giant Panda Breeding Research Base - Sanxingdui Museum

After breakfast, head to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. As the world's largest panda breeding and research institution, it is home to numerous adorable panda cubs. Watching them leisurely munch on bamboo or play in all sorts of cute poses, your heart will melt at their cuteness. In the Panda Base, you can even get a chance to meet the top - trending panda "Huahua" face - to - face!

In the afternoon, you will be arranged to visit the Sanxingdui Museum, cultural relics that have slept for thousands of years quietly tell unknown secrets, each leaving people in awe and speechless condition. Then listen to experts who vividly explain Sanxingdui, the strangely - shaped bronze masks, some majestic, some mysterious, with round eyes that seem to see through the past and present. This gaze across three thousand years, traversing the long river of history, reveals countless legends about this mysterious ancient Shu Kingdom which waits for us to explore together! After visiting the museum, proceed to the hotel for check - in and have a good rest.

Meal: Breakfast 

Hotel: Chengdu Hotel

 

Day 5: Departure

Enjoy your last day in Chengdu at your own pace and then your driver will arrange timely transfers based on your flight/train schedule.

Important Requirements:

Keep your phone accessible at all times until transfer completion.

Await contact from agency staff—do not leave designated waiting areas proactively.

Check-out time: Strictly before 12:00 noon.

Late check-out requests: Negotiate directly with the hotel front desk (subject to availability and fees).

Post check-out: Wait in the hotel lobby for transfer personnel.

Bulky luggage: Temporarily store at hotel front desk (available until transfer time).

Meal: Breakfast

 

Tour Price ($=USD)

From $816 P.P, which is based on a private tour for 2-6 people.

The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel.

 

Price Includes

√ 4 nights' accommodation in well-selected hotels;

√ Meals listed in the itinerary;

√ Private air-conditioned vehicle with licensed drivers;

√ Complimentary Programs: Intangible Cultural Heritage Cloth Weaving Experience, Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Magic Show Experience.

 

Price Excludes;

√ Single Room Supplement;

√ Additional Costs Caused by Force Majeure such as traffic delays, strikes, weather conditions, aircraft malfunctions, flight cancellations, or schedule changes;

√ Any item not mentioned in the itinerary, such as beverages, medicines, value - added services in hotel rooms, etc;

√ Any optional activities inside the attractions.