Tuesday, June 8, 2010

3 Days Chongqing Tour with trip to Dazu Grottos

3 Days Chongqing Tour with trip to Dazu Grottos

Attractions : General Joseph W. Stilwell Chief Commander, Chongqing Zoo, Dazu Grottos

Tour code:CQCT-2

◆Departure: Daily
Duration:

Vehicles pictures of this tour


To customize or book please email us on info@chinatravelcompass.com or phone our English speaking booking hotline on +8610 5979 6302 or (+86)13910057873

Itinerary Details

Day 1 : (Lunch)

Arrival in Chongqing

Our guide will meet you outside the baggage claim area at Chongqing Airport and transfer you to the hotel. After having a rich buffet lunch at 5-star hotel, visit the General Joseph W. Stilwell Museum and the Chongqing Zoo to see pandas.

General Joseph W. Stilwell Museum - The museum was built for commemorating General Joseph W. Stilwell. In 1942, during the Second World War, General Joseph W. Stilwell came to Chongqing. He worked as Chief of Staff in the China Theater of Operations and as the Commander-in-Chief of the American Army in the China Burma India Theater. During the visit to this museum, you can see his residential houses and the headquarters. Chongqing

Chongqing Zoo - Chongqing Zoo is located in the western suburb of Chongqing City. It was first built in 1953. The landscape of the zoo is very beautiful. In the zoo, you can see more than 600 kinds of animals. Some of them are endangered animals, such as giant pandas, little pandas and South China tigers. In the recent years, the zoo increased some entertainment facilities. Some of them are suitable for children, such as the little electricity-driven train and merry-go-round; and the others are intended for adults, which can satisfy their needs of seeking thrill.

Stilwell Museum at Chongqing
Dazu Grottos


Day 2 : Chongqing - Dazu - Chongqing ( Breakfast, lunch )

This morning, take you to Duzu and have a whole day tour to Baoding Carvings, the noted Grotto Art in Dazu County. Transfer back to Chonqqing and relax for the rest of the day.

Dazu - Dazu County was first established in 758 in the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Situated to the west of the Chongqing downtown, it's famed as the hometown of Chinese rock carvings. In the county, you can see Dazu Rock Carvings. Dealing with the Buddhism art, the rock carvings were made in the late Tang Dynasty (around 907) and the early Song Dynasty (around 960). Among those, the carvings on the Bei Mountain (Bei Shan) and Baoding Mountain (Baoding Shan) are particularly popular. On December 1st, 1999, the Dazu Rock Carvings was put into the list of the World Cultural Heritage.

Ciqikou Village - Ciqikou is an ancient town near to the downtown of Chongqing. The old streets there were all paved by top-grade stone tablets. The oldest stone in Ciqikou has a history of about one thousand years. On the both sides of the street stand antique houses and shops. The shops sell various artworks like embroidery, Chinese calligraphy and paintings. Also you can find many local snacks, such as deep-fired twisted dough and beef jerky.

Ciqikou Ancient Town
Dazu Grottos


Day 3 : Chongqing & Exit ( Breakfast )

A private transfer takes you to the airport and your pleasant China tour ends here. (B)

Tour Cost
GradeLuxury ClassStandard Class
Occupancy
Double
Sole
Double
Sole
2-5 persons
$329
$409
$299
$349
6-9 persons
$219
$299
$189
$239
10 & above
$169
$229
$149
$189

Hotel Options

Grade
Luxury Class
Standard Class
Chongqing
Harbour Plaza
Wanyou Conifer Hotel

Payment (We have 3payment methods)

(1)Pay cash to our tour guide upon pickup (USD and Chinese currency are both acceptable)
(2)Pay us through Paypal by credit cards.
(3)Pay us via Western Union at least 1 week before tour date.


To customize or book please email us on info@chinatravelcompass.com or phone our English speaking booking hotline on +8610 5979 6302 or (+86)13910057873

Quotation includes:

1.All transfers and city transportation for your own use
2.Entrance fees and meals as mentioned
3.Private car or van with English speaking guide
4.The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group.

Quotation excludes

1.Tips to your tour guide and driver
2.Excluding: horse back riding

Important Note:

1. We will buy Travel Accident Insurance in advance, so please provide full name on passport of all travelers.
2. Once we have the above information,, we will start arranging your tour according to your request. Confirmation will be sent to you when all tour details are arranged.

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