Chongqing Trip Itineraries – Costs & Budget Guide (2026)

3 routes
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BEIJINGSHANGHAI · 20 Days
Beijing → Xi'an → Chengdu → Chongqing → Shanghai · 20 Days

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.

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
CHONGQINGCHONGQING · 7 Days
Chongqing · 7 Days

Wulong Three Natural Bridges and Dazu Rock Carvings in Chongqing — 7 days for $1,126.

Explore Wulong Three Natural Bridges under June sunTaste Chongqing spicy hotpot at a local marketClimb Hongyadong Folk Customs Area steps at dusk
$1,000est. $1,126COMFORTJUNE1 ADULT
CHONGQINGCHONGQING · 7 Days
Chongqing · 7 Days

Wulong Three Natural Bridges and Baidi City & Qutang Gorge in Chongqing — 7 days for $1,126.

Stand on Wulong Three Natural BridgesWatch Baidi City's Qutang Gorge at dawnSample Chongqing spicy hotpot at Hongyadong
$1,000est. $1,126COMFORTJUNE1 ADULT

FAQ

How many days do you need in Chongqing?

Most travelers spend 3–7 days in Chongqing depending on how many side trips they add. Browse the 3 itineraries above by length.

What does a Chongqing trip cost in 2026?

Chongqing 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 Chongqing?

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 Chongqing?

Chongqing 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 Chongqing safe for solo travelers?

Yes. Chongqing, like most of China, is very safe for solo and first-time travelers, with reliable public transport and widespread mobile payments.