Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour in Chongqing
Chongqing, China

Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour

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Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Chongqing, China, from $115 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
4/5 (1)
Duration
8 hours
From
$115 per person

Explore the rich history and culture west of Chongqing on a full-day tour that includes visits to two ancient towns and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your journey in Changzhou Ancient city, where you can stroll thr

What you get

  • English Speaking Local Tour Guide(if selected)
  • Entrance fees
  • Baodingshan English Instructor(if selected)
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

Explore the rich history and culture west of Chongqing on a full-day tour that includes visits to two ancient towns and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your journey in Changzhou Ancient city, where you can stroll through stone-paved streets lined with traditional wooden houses and local temples. Then, marvel at the impressive Baodingshan section of the Dazu Rock Carvings, renowned for its stunning Buddhist art and historical significance. After that, explore Beishan Rock Carvings, Known for its grand scale, rich themes, and exquisite carving. Finally, unwind in the Ciqikou Ancient Town(if select English guide), famous for its vibrant streets and delicious street food as lanterns light up the evening sky. - Visit Changzhou Ancient Town and experience its rich history - Explore the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with a knowledgeable guide - Enjoy local snacks and the lively atmosphere of Ciqikou Ancient Town - Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group (max 15 travelers).

What's included

Included

  • English Speaking Local Tour Guide(if selected)
  • Entrance fees
  • Baodingshan English Instructor(if selected)
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

Not included

  • Meals
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Your morning begins in Changzhou Ancient City, a riverside settlement in Dazu with more than a thousand years of history. Once the seat of Changzhou Prefecture, this compact old town features stone-paved streets, traditional wooden houses, guild halls and small temples that reflect its Tang and Song Dynasty roots. It is a pleasant place to stretch your legs, try local snacks and get a feel for everyday life in the Dazu area before heading to the rock carvings.

    60 minutes here

  2. The Dazu Rock Carvings

    Next, you continue to Baodingshan(with English speaking guide or English instructor), the most impressive cluster of the Dazu Rock Carvings, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their outstanding religious art and vivid scenes of daily life in medieval China. Here you follow a walkway past huge rock reliefs carved between the 12th and 13th centuries, with detailed Buddhist figures, narrative panels and expressive faces that are remarkably well preserved. Your guide will help you notice important details and explain how Buddhism, Taoism and Confucian ideas are all woven into the carvings. After that, you will visit Beishan Stone Carvings(with English guide or explore on your own). Dating from the late Tang to the Southern Song dynasties, they are renowned for their grand scale, rich Buddhist and Taoist themes, and exquisitely detailed statues carved along a 300‑meter cliff face, earning them the reputation of a “museum of Tang and Song Buddhist sculpture.”

    180 minutes here · Admission included

  3. (If selected English guide)In the late afternoon, you drive back towards Chongqing and stop at Ciqikou Ancient Town, a lively historic quarter on the Jialing River. Once a busy porcelain port, today Ciqikou is known for its old streets, traditional courtyard houses, temples and teahouses, as well as a wide range of street food. You can wander along the stone lanes, visit a temple or riverside pier, sample local snacks and soak up the mix of history and everyday life as the lanterns start to glow.

    120 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Chongqing

We offer complimentary pickup from hotels in Yuzhong District, Jiangbei District, and Yubei District. Our guide will contact you by Whatsapp or Calling one day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time and location.

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations.

Ends at

If you selected Baodingshan Only, we will disband at Jiefangbei

Ends at

If you selected Baodingshan and Beishan, We will end the tour at Ciqikou Ancient Town, and then you can have free time to enjoy the scenery of Ciqikou.

Options you can book

  • Simple English Communication

    Pickup included

  • English Guide-Entire Journey

    Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
cmn, en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
重庆市新干线国际旅行社有限公司

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour operates with a "Guaranteed Departure" policy, meaning that even if the minimum group size is not met, the tour will still proceed as scheduled to ensure your travel plans remain uninterrupted. You will enjoy the same high-quality service regardless of the final group number
  • Not recommended for babies under 1 year

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Traveler reviews

1 verified traveler reviews for Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Heather_N · April 2026

Very cool, old rock carvings with some history

The Beishan and Dazu rock carvings are pretty incredible considering their ages and locations. It always amazes me thinking about things like this being done by hand, especially on such a large scale! Many are very well preserved, including some old paint. This tour also included a trip to Ciqikou, which was a collection of mostly tourist shops, but housed along old streets in a smaller village. However, we really just walked through- there was no stopping to shop or buy any of the food. I am not certain that going to Ciqikou added anything to the experience since we just walked through so quickly... This tour didn't include a lunch break, so it was a really long day! I was starving by the time I got dropped back off at my hotel.

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$115 to $158
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 56

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
Review evidence (18% weight)13
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)59
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)45
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour: questions travelers ask

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How much does Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour cost?

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Prices start at $115 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chongqing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour take?

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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chongqing is not rushed.

Is Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chongqing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour?

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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chongqing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chongqing and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Ciqikou Old Town Join in Day Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chongqing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Chongqing?

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On Outty we rank every Chongqing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chongqing Wulong National Park Private Tour, Premium Chongqing Private Tours: Highlights, Night View or Cruise, Chongqing 8D Mountain City Full Day Join In Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Chongqing?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Chongqing?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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