✨Quick City hop from Chengdu

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Awell-structured 2-day, 1-night Chongqing itinerary based on your Plans if you're coming from Chengdu Via HSR


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Day 1: Arrival & Night Exploration

Evening: Arrive in Chongqing and check in at Chonpines Hotel.

Dinner & Night Walk:

Head to Hongya Cave (洪崖洞) – Explore the traditional stilted architecture, neon lights, and Yangtze River views.

Dinner options:

Ciqikou Chen Mahua (磁器口陈麻花) – Famous for spicy snacks and fried dough twists.

Xiao Tian E (小天鹅火锅) – Classic Chongqing hot pot experience.

Street food – Try grilled fish, spicy skewers, and suanlafen (酸辣粉, hot & sour noodles).





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Day 2: Scenic & Cultural Exploration

Morning:

Breakfast – Try Chongqing xiaomian (重庆小面, spicy noodles) at a local eatery.

Visit Kui Xin Building (魁星楼) – A unique, layered building with panoramic views of Chongqing’s urban skyline.

Liziba Station (李子坝站) – Take a quick photo of the famous monorail passing through a building.


Afternoon:

Ciqikou Ancient Town (磁器口古镇) – Explore the old streets, temples, and traditional shops.

Visit Baolun Temple (宝轮寺) – A peaceful temple in Ciqikou.

Head to Dragon Gate (龙门浩老街) – A scenic spot with a great river view of the Yangtze.


Evening:

Dinner at Ciqikou Street – Options include:

Lao Ma Chao Shou (老麻抄手) – Spicy Sichuan-style wontons.

Jiu Men Lao Hot Pot (九门老火锅) – Traditional Chongqing-style hot pot.

Street food stalls – Try glutinous rice cakes, grilled skewers, and Sichuan-style desserts.


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Post by LanceLee | Feb 4, 2025