7-Day Chengdu, Chongqing & Jiuzhaigou: Pandas, Viral Hotspots & Waterland Magic

اليوم 1 Arrive Chengdu

الوجهة: Chengdu
الوجبات مشمولة: عشاء في مطعم حلال
الإقامة: 4-star Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Wuhou or similar

Welcome to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in Southwest China, famous globally as the “Home of the Giant Panda”. It is renowned for its spicy Sichuan cuisine, relaxed teahouse culture, and a history stretching over 2,300 سنوات. As an important economic and transportation hub in Western China, it effortlessly blends a laid-back lifestyle with modern development. عند الوصول إلى المطار أو محطة القطار, your friendly expert local guide will greet you and whisk you away in a private vehicle to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

اليوم 2 Transfer to Chongqing, TikTok Viral Spots

الوجهة: Chengdu, Chongqing
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
الإقامة: 4-star Holiday Inn Express Chongqing Guanyinqiao or similar

Embark on a scenic morning transfer from Chengdu to Chongqing (approx. 5 ساعات). بعد الغداء, dive into Chongqing’s famed vertical urban landscape, exploring the historic alleyways of Shibati (Eighteen Steps), marveling at the mind-bending stacked architecture of Guixinglou which seemingly defies gravity, and visiting the central landmark, the Liberation Monument. As evening falls, explore the dazzling Hongya Cave with its neon lights and riverside charm, then choose to cap off your day with an optional 40‑minute Yangtze River night cruise, offering spectacular views of Chongqing’s glittering skyline.

اليوم 3 Explore Chongqing, Transfer back to Chengdu

الوجهة: Chongqing, Chengdu
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & العشاء في مطاعم حلال
Salat: مسجد تشونغتشينغ
الإقامة: 4-star Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Wuhou or similar

Begin your exploration of Chongqing with a morning visit to the magnificent Great Hall of the People, a grand architectural landmark often compared to Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. التالي, witness the city’s unique verticality at Liziba Station, famous for the iconic light-rail train that runs directly through a residential building. Afterward, step back in time with a stroll through the narrow streets and traditional stilt-houses of Ciqikou Ancient Town, a well-preserved historic riverside port. Following lunch and Salāt at Chongqing Mosque, your journey concludes with a seamless transfer back to Chengdu, a trip of approximately 300 km that typically takes around 5 ساعات.

اليوم 4 Explore Chengdu, Bullet Train to Jiuzhaigou

الوجهة: Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & dinner at halal restaurant
Salat: Chengdu Huangcheng Masjid
الإقامة: 4-star Xinjiuzhai Hotel or similar

Start your day with an unforgettable encounter at Chengdu Panda Base, a world-renowned sanctuary dedicated to the preservation of these beloved creatures. تأسست في 1987, this non-profit facility provides pandas with a natural environment, complete with bamboo groves, streams, and ponds. Witness the enchanting spectacle of pandas of all ages as they frolic, feed, and nurture their young. After lunch and salat at Huangcheng Mosque, board a bullet train for a scenic two‑hour journey to Jiuzhaigou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its fairy‑tale scenery of turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, and snow‑capped peaks in winter – widely regarded as one of China’s most breathtaking waterscapes.

اليوم 5 Explore Jiuzhaigou National Park

الوجهة: Jiuzhaigou
الوجبات مشمولة: الإفطار في الفندق, packed halal lunch, dinner at a halal restaurant
الإقامة: 4-star Xinjiuzhai Hotel or similar

Spend a full day immersed in the breathtaking beauty of Jiuzhaigou National Park named after the nine Tibetan villages scattered along its 35‑km valley on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. The park’s scenery unfolds across three valleys – Rize, Zechawa, and Shuzheng – forming a striking “Y” shape. Your journey highlights its most dazzling water features, from the vibrant, multicolored waters of Five Flower Lake to the dramatic cascade of Pearl Shoal and Pearl Shoal Waterfall. As you continue, marvel at the mirror‑like surface of Rhino Lake, the tranquil charm of Tiger Lake, the tiered splendor of Shuzheng Lakes and Shuzheng Waterfall, and the shimmering reflections of Sparkling Lake.

Please note: The Jiuzhaigou National Park Shuttle Bus is the compulsory and most practical form of transport for navigating the vast park, as private vehicles are prohibited. These eco-friendly buses run continuously along the park’s main “Y”-shaped route, stopping at all major scenic spots within the Rize Valley, Zechawa Valley, and Shuzheng Valley. Upon boarding at the park entrance, your bus will head toward one of the two upper forks (Rize or Zechawa), and you will be directed to change buses at the central Nuorilang Tourist Center to complete your itinerary. While the sightseeing sequence is determined by the specific bus route you board, rest assured that all highlighted attractions specified in the itinerary will be fully covered throughout the day.

اليوم 6 Transfer to Dujiangyan via Chuanzhusi & Songpan Ancient City

الوجهة: Songpan Ancient City, Dujiangyan
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & dinner at halal restaurant
Salat: Songpan Chengguan Masjid
الإقامة: 4-star Dujiangyan Ancient City International Resort Hotel or similar

Departing from Jiuzhaigou in the morning, the journey weaves through the picturesque landscapes of Sichuan, first heading toward Chuanzhusi. The drive offers striking views as you pass the headwaters of the Minjiang River, one of the Yangtze’s major tributaries and cross the elevated Gonggangling Mountain Pass (elevation: 3,550). Make a culturally enriching stop at a local Tibetan village, providing insight into local traditions before continuing to the historical walled town of Songpan Ancient City. Perform Salāt at Songpan Mosque. The final leg of your scenic route continues toward Dujiangyan, including a stop at the serene Diexi Lake, a vibrant blue body of water formed dramatically by an earthquake in 1933, offering a moment of quiet reflection before your arrival.

اليوم 7 Depart Chengdu

الوجهة: Chengdu
Salat: Chengdu Huangcheng Masjid
الوجبات مشمولة: Breakfast at the hotel, الغداء & dinner at halal restaurant

Your final day begins with a morning transfer from Dujiangyan back to Chengdu, followed by a visit to a local Jade Store to explore traditional Chinese craftsmanship. بعد الغداء, pause for Salāt at the historic Huangcheng Mosque before dedicating the afternoon to city exploration and shopping at Kowloon Plaza and along Chengxi Road. Following dinner, experience the timeless charm of the Wide and Narrow Alley (Kuanzhai Xiangzi), a beautifully preserved Qing Dynasty street that blends historic architecture with modern boutiques and eateries, concluding your evening just in time to board your mid-night flight back to Kuala Lumpur.