Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, Chengdu Panda Base, Wulong Three Natural Bridges in Chongqing, The Bund and Shanghai Disney — 20 days for $3,184.
Chengdu Trip Itineraries – Costs & Budget Guide (2026)
2 routesBEIJING → SHANGHAI · 20 Days
Beijing → Xi'an → Chengdu → Chongqing → Shanghai · 20 Days
Explore Terracotta Warriors Museum in Xi'anWalk the Xi'an Ancient City Wall at sunsetFeed pandas at Chengdu Research Base
$5,000est. $3,184STANDARDOCTOBER1 ADULT
CHENGDU → CHENGDU · 7 Days
Chengdu · 7 Days
Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng in Chengdu — 7 days for $1,223.
Explore Dujiangyan Irrigation System's ancient channelsVisit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda BreedingWatch Liyuan Hall Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show
$1,000est. $1,223COMFORTJUNE1 ADULT
FAQ
How many days do you need in Chengdu?
Most travelers spend 3–7 days in Chengdu depending on how many side trips they add. Browse the 2 itineraries above by length.
What does a Chengdu trip cost in 2026?
Chengdu trips range from budget (~$474) to comfort (~$1,008) per person for a week, covering hotels, meals, local transport and attractions.
What is the best time to visit Chengdu?
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) have the best weather. Avoid Golden Week in early October.
How do you get to other cities from Chengdu?
Chengdu connects to most major cities by high-speed rail (2–6 hours) and domestic flights. See the two-city pages for fares and times.
Is Chengdu safe for solo travelers?
Yes. Chengdu, like most of China, is very safe for solo and first-time travelers, with reliable public transport and widespread mobile payments.