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Chengdu — Dazhu — Dazhou — Chongqing Loop (Return Chongqing → Chengdu on 22 Mar)

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Day 1: Arrival evening

Chengdu, China on March 15, 2025

19:30

Arrival at Chengdu Tianfu Airport

Touch down at Tianfu Airport; collect luggage and clear immigration/baggage. Taxis and app-based cars operate 24/7 at the airport.
CURRENCY0, 0h30m

20:15

Transfer to 锦江之星(成都春熙路太古里店)

Take a taxi or Didi to your hotel near Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li. Travel time ~30–50 minutes depending on traffic.
CURRENCY60, 0h45m

21:15

Late dinner near Taikoo Li

If you're hungry, try a quick Chengdu snack stall or the hotel's neighbourhood restaurants — many remain open until late in the Taikoo Li area.
CURRENCY60, 0h45m
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Day 2: Pandas & museum

Chengdu / Guanghan, China on March 16, 2025

07:30

Breakfast near hotel

Have breakfast at the hotel or grab Sichuan-style breakfast (congee, youtiao, soy milk) from a spring breakfast stall on Chunxi Road; stalls typically open from 06:30.
CURRENCY30, 0h45m

08:30

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Visit the panda base to see giant pandas at their most active in the morning; the base usually opens 07:30–18:00 (best time 08:00–10:30).
CURRENCY58, 2h30m

11:15

Return to city / travel to Sanxingdui (Guanghan)

Travel to Sanxingdui Museum in Guanghan — allow 50–75 minutes by car depending on traffic; museum hours typically 08:30–17:30 (last entry earlier).
CURRENCY80, 1h15m

12:45

Lunch at a Guanghan restaurant or back in Chengdu

Try local Sichuan set lunch near the museum (rice, vegetables, mapo-style dish) or return to Chengdu for Chen Mapo Tofu, open around 10:00–22:00.
CURRENCY70, 1h

14:00

Sanxingdui Museum (Sanxingdui Ruins)

Explore artefacts from the mysterious Shu civilisation — the museum generally opens 08:30–17:30; allow ~1.5–2 hours to see the main halls.
CURRENCY80, 2h

16:30

Return to Chengdu hotel

Travel back to the hotel to rest; journey ~1h depending on traffic.
CURRENCY60, 1h

18:30

Dinner: Haidilao or local hotpot

Enjoy Sichuan hotpot (Haidilao at Chunxi Road recommended for service) — hotpot restaurants typically open 10:00–late evening and are great for sharing local flavours.
CURRENCY150, 1h30m
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Day 3: Travel to Dazhu

Travel: Chengdu → Dazhu, China on March 17, 2025

07:30

Hotel breakfast and check-out

Have breakfast at the hotel and prepare luggage; Chengdu hotel breakfast typically from 07:00.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

09:00

Transfer to Dazhu

Depart Chengdu by private car or long-distance bus to Dazhu (大竹). Road travel is approximately 2–3 hours depending on route and traffic — confirm ticket/driver in advance.
CURRENCY120, 3h

12:15

Check-in and lunch in Dazhu

Check into your Dazhu accommodation and try a local lunch spot for regional dishes — many local restaurants open 11:00–14:00 and again in the evening.
CURRENCY50, 1h15m

14:00

Explore Dazhu town

Walk through the town centre, visit local markets and a nearby park to get a feel for the county's character; small museums/temples often open 08:00–17:00.
CURRENCY0, 2h

17:30

Tea or coffee break

Relax at a local teahouse — a good way to experience daily life and try Sichuan teas; teahouses commonly open until early evening.
CURRENCY20, 0h45m

19:00

Dinner: local noodle or braised pork

Dine at a recommended local noodle shop serving pulled noodles or braised pork — hearty, affordable local favourites.
CURRENCY40, 1h
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Day 4: Dazhu local day

Dazhu, China on March 18, 2025

08:00

Breakfast at hotel

Simple hotel breakfast to start your day before local exploration.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

09:00

Day trip options from Dazhu

Consider visiting nearby scenic countryside, a local temple, or small museums; opening times usually 08:30–17:00 — check entry times locally.
CURRENCY30, 3h

12:30

Lunch: countryside farmhouse meal

Try a farmhouse-style meal featuring seasonal vegetables and local pork for an authentic rural Sichuan experience.
CURRENCY60, 1h

14:00

Visit a local market and craft shops

Browse markets for dried chillies, Sichuan spices and local handicrafts; markets generally operate through the afternoon until 18:00.
CURRENCY0, 2h

17:00

Relax at hotel

Return to the hotel to rest and prepare for the onward journey tomorrow.
CURRENCY0, 1h

19:00

Dinner: regional barbecue

Sample regional barbecue or skewers at a local evening food street — vendors usually operate from 18:00 to late evening.
CURRENCY50, 1h
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Day 5: Travel to Dazhou

Travel: Dazhu → Dazhou, China on March 19, 2025

07:30

Breakfast and check-out

Have an early breakfast, check out and prepare for the transfer to Dazhou.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

09:00

Transfer to Dazhou

Travel by car or bus from Dazhu to Dazhou; journey time roughly 2–3 hours depending on route and stops.
CURRENCY100, 2h30m

11:30

Check-in at Dazhou hotel and lunch

Check into your hotel in Dazhou and eat lunch at a nearby restaurant offering local Sichuan dishes.
CURRENCY60, 1h

13:00

Explore Dazhou city highlights

Visit city temples, small museums or riverfront parks to understand local culture; many municipal sites open 09:00–17:00.
CURRENCY20, 2h

15:30

Tea house visit

Spend time in a Dazhou tea house sampling local teas and snacks — tea houses typically operate throughout the afternoon.
CURRENCY20, 1h

18:30

Dinner: Dazhou specialties

Try local specialities (stews, river fish dishes if available) at a well-reviewed city restaurant open evenings.
CURRENCY80, 1h15m
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Day 6: To Chongqing

Travel: Dazhou → Chongqing, China on March 20, 2025

07:30

Breakfast and check-out

Have breakfast at the hotel and prepare for the journey to Chongqing; allow time to reach the station/road.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

09:00

Transfer to Chongqing

Travel to Chongqing by inter-city bus or private car; travel time typically 2–3 hours depending on traffic and route.
CURRENCY120, 2h30m

12:00

Check-in at 云端51·高空全江景酒店(重庆解放碑云端之眼店)

Arrive and check into your riverside hotel near Jiefangbei with panoramic views of the Yangtze/Jialing junction.
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13:00

Lunch: Chongqing small plates

Enjoy Chongqing specialties like spicy chicken or local noodles at a nearby restaurant; most open 11:00–21:00.
CURRENCY80, 1h

14:30

Short city walk: Jiefangbei & pedestrian streets

Stroll Jiefangbei area to see the city centre, shops and street food; area is lively until late evening.
CURRENCY0, 1h30m

16:30

Relax at hotel and enjoy the view

Return to the hotel to enjoy the skyline/river views from your high-rise room.
CURRENCY0, 1h

18:30

Dinner: Chongqing hotpot

Dine on Chongqing hotpot near Jiefangbei for an iconic local culinary experience; many hotpot restaurants open late into the night.
CURRENCY120, 1h30m
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Day 7: Chongqing sightseeing

Chongqing, China on March 21, 2025

07:30

Breakfast at hotel

Have breakfast at the hotel before a full day of sightseeing — hotel breakfast usually starts around 07:00–07:30.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

08:30

Dazu Rock Carvings (optional day trip)

Visit the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings (opening around 08:00–17:30). It's about 1.5–2 hours each way by car; allow 2–3 hours on site.
CURRENCY120, 5h

13:30

Lunch near Dazu or back in Chongqing

If visiting Dazu, have lunch at a local restaurant there; if returning early, enjoy lunch in the city with Chongqing street snacks.
CURRENCY70, 1h

15:30

Hongya Cave & riverside walk

Explore Hongya Cave's traditional architecture, craft shops and riverside views; shops and food stalls typically open 09:00–22:00.
CURRENCY0, 1h30m

17:30

Yangtze/Jialing river cruise (short)

Take an early evening short cruise to see Chongqing's night skyline from the river — cruises generally run from afternoon into the evening (check local schedules and boarding times).
CURRENCY100, 1h

19:30

Dinner: street food & snacks

Enjoy a mixture of skewers, small hot dishes and desserts at a popular street-food lane near Jiefangbei or Nanbin Road.
CURRENCY80, 1h15m
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Day 8: Return to Chengdu

Travel: Chongqing → Chengdu, China on March 22, 2025

07:00

Hotel breakfast and check-out

Have an early breakfast and check out. Confirm your chosen transport (train or flight) the evening before.
CURRENCY0, 0h45m

08:30

Transfer to Chongqing station/airport

Taxi to Chongqing North/West station for high-speed train or to Jiangbei Airport for flight; allow 30–60 minutes depending on location and traffic.
CURRENCY60, 0h45m

10:00

Travel to Chengdu by high-speed train (recommended)

Take a high-speed train (G/D) from Chongqing to Chengdu East — journey ~1h45m–2h; trains run frequently all day. Alternatively, flights take ~1h but allow extra time for airport procedures.
CURRENCY150, 2h

13:00

Arrival in Chengdu

Arrive back in Chengdu; if onward plans require, transfer to Chengdu Tianfu or Shuangliu Airport, or head into the city.
CURRENCY0, 0h30m

13:45

Lunch in Chengdu or transfer

Have lunch in Chengdu or continue to your next destination; many Chengdu restaurants open 11:00–14:00 for lunch.
CURRENCY70, 1h
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