
1 / 3Private Day Tour to Ciqikou, Liziba, Jiefangbei etc. in Chongqing
About this activity
A comprehensive 9-hour private tour of Chongqing's most iconic landmarks, from the architectural grandeur of People's Great Hall to the thrilling Light Rail Line 2 plunge through Liziba's residential towers. Combines historic charm, engineering spectacle, and vibrant street food culture in one expertly guided day.
At 8:30 am, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby in Chongqing. You will start the city tour by private vehicle with your guide. Begin at the stately People's Great Hall, an architectural masterpiece set against the leafy People's Square.
Then embark on Chongqing's most thrilling urban experience - riding the mountain-climbing Light Rail Line 2 from Zengjiyan Station, holding your breath as the train dramatically plunges straight through the residential high-rise at Liziba Station, where dedicated viewing platforms offer perfect photo ops of this engineering marvel.
Head to Ciqikou Ancient Town, which is a well-known port since ancient time. There are cobbled streets wind past Ming-Qing era teahouses and workshops still making traditional porcelain. The air hangs heavy with the aroma of freshly ground chili and sizzling street snacks.
Then ascend to the clouds at the Eye of the Cloud observation deck, where Chongqing's entire urban jungle unfolds beneath your feet, with the serpentine rivers carving through the city's dramatic topography.
Dive into the pulsing heart of the city at Jiefangbei CBD, where the Liberation Monument stands sentinel over luxury boutiques and neon-lit shopping arcades. Just steps away, Bayi Road Snack Street assaults the senses with its cacophony of sizzling woks and vendors hawking fiery Chongqing specialties. Nearby, the crimson latticework of the Guotai Art Center affectionately called the Chopsticks Building creates a striking modern counterpoint to the city's ancient roots.
Hongya Cave is very popular place recent years in Chongiqng, which looks like a fairy tale, eleven tiers of glowing stilted houses clinging to the cliffs above the Jialing River.
Finally, the futuristic curves of Raffles City lead to the grand finale at Chaotianmen Square, where you can witness nature's spectacular canvas, the distinct emerald waters of the Jialing River dramatically merging with the Yangtze's muddy currents, a perfect metaphor for Chongqing's own blend of tradition and modernity.
Then you will be transferred back to your hotel where the day tour concludes.
Highlights
- ✓Ride the dramatic Light Rail Line 2 through Liziba Station's high-rise building with photo platforms
- ✓Explore Ciqikou Ancient Town's Ming-Qing era cobbled streets, teahouses, and traditional porcelain workshops
- ✓Summit the Eye of the Cloud observation deck for 360° city views across serpentine rivers
- ✓Visit People's Great Hall and People's Square architectural complex
- ✓Experience Jiefangbei CBD's Liberation Monument and Bayi Road Snack Street's street food scene
- ✓See the iconic Guotai Art Center ('Chopsticks Building') in the heart of the city
Insider tips
- ★Arrive at Bayi Road Snack Street in early evening when vendors are most active and the neon lights create the best atmosphere
- ★Ciqikou's teahouses offer respite—order local tea and watch artisans at work; visit mid-morning before tourist crowds peak
- ★The Light Rail plunge through Liziba is best photographed from the dedicated viewing platforms; have your camera ready as the train approaches
- ★Bring comfortable walking shoes; the tour involves steep terrain between Ciqikou's cobbled streets and observation deck ascents
Good to know
- •Hotel pickup and drop-off included; meet your guide in your hotel lobby at 8:30 am
- •9-hour tour covers significant ground—wear layers as elevation changes between river level and cloud-high observation decks
- •Light Rail Line 2 involves climbing stairs and navigating platforms; not ideal for those with severe mobility restrictions
- •Street food at Bayi Road is cash-based for many vendors; bring small denominations or mobile payment apps (WeChat/Alipay preferred)
- •English-speaking guide included; private vehicle means no group queuing or scheduling conflicts
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit in autumn (September–November) or spring (March–May) when temperatures are mild and skies are clearest for observation deck views. Avoid peak summer heat and humidity; early morning start at 8:30 am avoids midday crowds at Ciqikou and Jiefangbei.




