Morning: Depart from Jakarta and fly to Singapore for a short transit stop.
Afternoon: Relax during the brief layover at Singapore Changi Airport, enjoy airport lounge amenities and light refreshments.
Evening: Board your evening flight to Chongqing, get some rest onboard.
Book a HotelMorning: Arrive in Chongqing, check into the hotel and rest.
Afternoon: Visit Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street for relaxed shopping and sampling local snacks like spicy hotpot in small, easy-to-access restaurants.
Evening: Take a gentle Yangtze River Night Cruise to enjoy the illuminated city skyline without much walking.
Book a HotelMorning: Visit Ci Qi Kou Ancient Town for a slow stroll, enjoying its shops and teahouses in a charming riverside setting.
Afternoon: Take a scenic cable car ride over Yangtze River, perfect for nature views with minimal physical effort.
Evening: Relax at your hotel or try local Chongqing street food nearby.
Book a HotelMorning: Morning flight or high-speed train to Chengdu. Check into hotel and rest.
Afternoon: Visit the Wide and Narrow Alleys (Kuanzhai Xiangzi), an ideal place for shopping, eating, and exploring at a leisurely pace.
Evening: Dine at a restaurant offering famous Sichuan cuisine, focusing on mild variations for easier digestion.
Book a HotelMorning: Visit the world-renowned Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Wheelchair rentals available; lots of shaded rest spots.
Afternoon: Enjoy a tea break at a traditional Jinli Ancient Street teahouse, soak up the local culture.
Evening: Optional easy-going Sichuan Opera Face-changing Show in a cozy theatre.
Book a HotelMorning: Visit People's Park for a gentle stroll, watch locals practice Tai Chi or enjoy a boat ride on the lake.
Afternoon: Relax at Wenshu Monastery, explore peaceful gardens and sample vegetarian snacks from the monastery cafe.
Evening: Quiet dinner near the hotel, try local dishes with milder spices.
Book a HotelMorning: Fly from Chengdu to Shanghai, check into your hotel and take a short rest.
Afternoon: Visit the Shanghai Old Town and Yuyuan Garden for gentle walking among shops and beautiful landscaped gardens.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant with views of The Bund, enjoy Shanghai’s skyline illuminated at night.
Book a HotelMorning: Visit the Shanghai Museum with its accessible layout and fascinating exhibits on Chinese art and history.
Afternoon: Enjoy shopping and relaxing at Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, with frequent seating and cafés.
Evening: Experience a serene Huangpu River cruise to admire the city lights and architecture without walking effort.
Book a HotelMorning: Explore Century Park for easy pathways, gardens, and lakes with options to sit and rest.
Afternoon: Visit the peaceful Jade Buddha Temple, an atmosphere of calm and simple sightseeing.
Evening: Early dinner with Shanghai local delicacies, try soup dumplings and steamed dishes.
Book a HotelMorning: Leisurely breakfast and last-minute shopping or rest at the hotel.
Afternoon: Transfer to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for your flight back to Jakarta via Singapore.
Evening: Transit at Singapore Changi Airport, then onward flight to Jakarta.
Book a HotelTotal estimated cost per person: approximately $798 (excluding shopping and personal expenses)
If you want to extend the trip, consider spending an extra day in Chengdu to visit the relaxed Leshan Giant Buddha or spend longer at the Panda Base. For a nature-focused extension, add a day around Chongqing's nearby scenic areas like Wulong Karst.
To reduce the trip duration, you can skip Chongqing or shorten Shanghai to 2 days by focusing on key highlights like The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and one museum.
For easier traveling, consider hotels with elevators and rest areas near most spots, and avoid peak hours for popular tourist sites to minimize crowds and walking effort.