Top Southwest China Walking Tours

This is the ultimate first-day itinerary: a mix of viral landmarks you’ve seen online and local hidden gems you won’t find in any guidebook. Curated to give you a deeper, more authentic experience of this wild and wonderful city. Tour schedule Stand on the legendary 22nd-floor plaza at Kuixinglou where ground floors reach the sky. Watch a monorail pass straight through an apartment building at Liziba. Get lost in the glowing maze of Hongyadong by night. But we don’t just follow the crowds. We’ll lead you through hidden alleys, back doors, and jaw-dropping views only locals know. You’ll climb, float, and fly across Chongqing: Ride Asia’s second-longest escalator, Cross rivers on cable cars and sail through the heart of the city on a two-river night cruise All while learning how this mountain city defies gravity and expectations. ‍ Walking and public transport (like an urban hike through a vertical maze) Transport included: metro, escalators, buses

Getting to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding doesn’t need to involve complicated local bus routes and language barriers. Make life easy for yourself with this private trip exclusively for your personal group. Begin with hotel pickup, followed by a hassle-free entry with admission included, as well as a guided tour to help you get the most out of the visit.

Why Travelers Love This Tour？ • Taste 10 authentic Chongqing street foods loved by locals • Explore hidden night markets most tourists never find • Learn about Sichuan spice culture and food traditions • Small-group experience for a more personal adventure • Perfect introduction to Chongqing’s vibrant food scene What You'll Taste？ During the tour you may try: • Chongqing Spicy Noodles (重庆小面) • Hot and Sour Glass Noodles (酸辣粉) • Chongqing Fried Chicken (辣子鸡) • Grilled BBQ Skewers • Sichuan Dumplings • Local Sweet Dessert (Ice Jelly 冰粉) • Street Snacks loved by locals Total tastings: 8–10 different dishes Enough food for a full dinner.

Discover the incredible 8D megacity of Chongqing on an unforgettable 1-day city walk tour. On this guided walking adventure, prepare to be amazed by Chongqing's remarkable infrastructure and ingenious urban planning. Discover hidden gems, navigate the bustling streets, and gain a deeper understanding of the city's rich history and vibrant culture. • Experience a top-tier local English tour guide service, offering rich life insights and crafting an unforgettable adventure just for you! • Escape from bustling, take a breathtaking panoramic view of Chongqing. • Incredible house-crossing metro train running through a modern flat building. • Discover the hidden mountainside alley with historical charm and the essence of local’s daily life. • Going into the huge local wholesale market to find disappearing "bangbang men". • Get unique view of Yangtze River Cableway from a river bridge. • Hongya Cave at cliff side, one of the must-see attractions, with a special architecture.

Discover the beauty and charm of Kunming, the "The City of Eternal Spring", on a fully customizable private tour with an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour allows you to explore signature spots designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Kunming's history, culture and natural wonders while catering to your personal interest and pace.

Our English guides are experienced and knowledgeable. They are still sticking with inbound tourism after the 3 years hard time. A lot of English guides gave up tourism during the past 3 years and changed their jobs. However, we still kept the most experienced guide and they are really know what to do with their jobs. We provides 4 options for clients with different demands. If you want to see the more active pandas with less crowds, you can choose the option 1 to visit Dujiangyan panda base and irrigation park as a day tour. However, if you have already seen the pandas before and you like hiking in the nature, please choose the option 2 to visit the UNESCO's natural and cultural heritage-Mt. Qingcheng and Dujiangyan irrigation system. Furthermore, if you only need a private transfer to those attractions, please select the option 3 and 4

Immerse yourself in Chengdu’s laid-back lifestyle on this 6-hour walking tour and get an insight into local traditions and pastimes, from Chinese calligraphy to Tai Chi. Admire city landmarks like the Sichuan Art Gallery and Tianfu Square; browse the shops along Kuan-Zhai Lane and take a stroll through tranquil People’s Park. Join locals for tea at a typical Chengdu teahouse, relax with a massage (optional), and tuck into traditional street foods like wontons or dumplings.

Led by local travel experts, this tour offers you a unique perspective of Chongqing. Explore the Hidden Gems in the city center and get a glimpse into the daily lives of the locals. Visit the craziest part of Chongqing neighborhoods – vertical communities filled with steps, where overpasses connect residential buildings to roads. Conclude the journey on the riverside walkway, enjoying the night view of the Jialing River.

Kunming is one of China's most underrated cities. It doesn't announce itself to the world the way Beijing and Shanghai do. Spend a few hours with us and discover the Kunming that you would have walked straight past on your own. No, Kunming is not just an airport! Our walk includes: • First part is the beautiful Cuihu and all its little stories, before we switch gear to the second part of wartime history and exile around the old university quarter. • Kunming's long and complex history with foreigners. Why we consider Kunming the Most Foreign City in China. • Did Kunming use to have a city wall that stood for 600 years? Where is it now? • Initially not part of the official route, but have gained such popularity include the small snack stall with their pumpkin pancake mid-way, plus the local authentic crossing-the-bridge noodles nearby before we say goodbye. • Plus hospitality and human connections that make Kunming not 'just another city in China'

Combine a traditional Chinese tea ceremony with a walking tour of Chengdu during this half-day private tour. During your walking tour, visit highlights such as Huanhuaxi Park, the Qingyang Gong monastery, and the banks of the Funan River. Entrance fees, snacks, and tea included. This private tour ensures a flexible itinerary and personal attention from your dedicated guide.

This is the ultimate experience for foodies visiting Chengdu. Take the chance out of finding somewhere good to eat by opting for this special private dining experience in a local’s home. Learn all about why hotpot is such a popular local dish and find out how locals cook hotpot at home with a mix of meats, vegetables, and other delicacies to dip.

This private small group tour takes you beyond Dazu rock carvings, where all the tourists go. In addition, this tour takes you to Beishan, which is more remote, and not many guides are trained to take tourists. Your guide, however, is, and will take you to this quiet spot and tell you about the cultural and historical significance. Private transportation and lunch are also included.

If you're eager to uncover the captivating essence of Chengdu after dark, our private evening tour is a must - experience adventure. Hop into a plush, air - conditioned vehicle, picked up right from your hotel, and embark on a journey led by an expert guide. Witness the city's modern side come alive as Taikooli Shopping Zone sparkles with illuminated storefronts, a perfect blend of contemporary style and Sichuan heritage. Tianfu Square, the city’s beating heart, stuns with its dazzling lights and dancing fountains. Then, step into the time-honored charm of Kuanzhai Alley, where traditional courtyards and red lanterns tell tales of old Chengdu, while trendy shops and cafes add a modern twist. End your night at the vibrant Jiuyanqiao Bridge, where neon - lit bars along the riverbank set the stage for an unforgettable nightlife experience. You can customize this tour to fit your exact interests. Don't miss out on this exclusive chance to see Chengdu's nightscape in all its glory!

Known as China’s Mountain City, Chongqing developed a food culture as bold as its landscape. Inspired by decades of dock-workers passing through, the cuisine here features highlights like Chongqing’s famous hotpot, and noodles topped with chili sauce and stewed peas. This walking food tour introduces local restaurants and dishes that have shaped everyday life in Chongqing for generations. Perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers looking to experience the real Chongqing through its food.

Chongqing is a city with unique topography and profound history. As the wartime capital during World War II, a famous river port city in China, the "Bridge Museum" of the world, and a rare large-scale mountainous metropolis, it possesses too many charms worth savoring in detail! In my view, the true charm of this city lies in its warm and authentic local lifestyle, the layered stone stairways and pathways, the bold and spicy street food, and the unique blend of old and new architecture. I hope to take my guests on a Citywalk — deep into the city’s fabric, to truly experience local life as it is. Let's explore beyond the tourist map and wander like true locals. During our trip, we’ll visit an old traditional teahouse to take a break, where we’ll do the hands-on traditional crafts. In this fast-paced and restless society, let’s weave moments of tranquility with our own hands and pay tribute to the wisdom of the ancients through this creative experience.

Chongqing is one of the most popular tour destination in china not only for chinese but also for foreign tourist. It is very well known on social media like intagram , tiktok and so on. perching on a mountain , embraced by two rivers. city prsent you very unique view which make her stand apart from all other big cities in the world. so her nickname is 8D magic city. some unique attractions are local dish belong to sichuan cusine. various in flavour but best known for hot spiciness. chongqing hot pot is the most famous.

It's not possible to drive in China without a local license and outside the cities public transit can be very patchy. This full-day private door-to-door experience lets you get out in nature with ease. Spend the morning admiring giant pandas at the Dujiangyan Panda Base; after lunch, hike through spectacular Taoist Temples and caves on the sacred mountain Mt. Qingcheng, which holds UNESCO World Heritage status.

· Discover the world-renowned Chengdu Panda Base on a half-day tour · Watch pandas of all ages play, eat, and rest in their natural habitat · Explore the baby panda nursery and see the little ones tumbling around · Learn about the habits and conservation efforts of the giant pandas · Enjoy hassle-free hotel transfers and the company of an English-speaking guide

Our walking tour takes you on a journey through the winding corridors and busy pedestrian streets of the mountain city! Beginning with a one of a kind view, trek through time with the narrating of our local guides. Try several local dishes, snacks (a few for those more adventurous), and finish with flavorful local dishes! The tour includes all you can drink, which includes alcoholic beverages for those who would like to wet their whistle. This tour will immerse travelers into the city of Chongqing through it's spicy, mouthwatering food and winding alleys allowing you to feel right-at-home.

Take a in-depth stroll through Dali Ancient City on this half-day tour. Explore the ancient charm of Bai ethnic architecture, climb the Wuhua Tower overlooking the beauty of the ancient city, savor the blend of Chinese and Western cultures on Foreigners' Street, and enjoy the classic Bai ethnic cuisine to please your taste buds. Arrive at the Wuhua Tower. Climb up the stairs, and you can have a panoramic view of the entire ancient city. Step into the Foreigners' Street that is full of exotic flavors. European-style buildings stand along the street, and the aroma of coffee fills the air. Follow the aroma and walk into a restaurant in the ancient city. A plate of roasted milk fan is served. The milk fan turns slightly golden under the charcoal fire. Take a bite, and the milky fragrance spreads instantly. Paired with sweet dipping sauce, the softness and crispness collide, and your taste buds will be immersed in the unique flavor of Dali.

The Naxi people have shaped Lijiang but it can be hard to discover their culture. Get hands-on with this minority group’s distinctive cuisine during this small-group cooking class, led by a local family. Shop at Lijiang’s oldest market then continue to a professional cooking studio in a courtyard home. Prepare and eat three different dishes—with snacks, tea, and water—as a photographer records your experience, ensuring you have memories to share.

Chengdu is famed for its culinary gems, especially the iconic Mapo Tofu. Join our 4-5 hour workshop to explore the art of handmade tofu, from grinding soybeans to crafting it from scratch. Visit a local spice market to discover essential Sichuan ingredients, then learn in a traditional workshop over a cup of Sichuan tea. A professional chef will guide you through making tofu, soy milk, and tofu brain using a stone mill, Learn the process of making handmade tofu, which mainly includes soaking soybeans, grinding them into pulp, filtering, boiling the pulp, adding bittern for coagulation, and pressing into shape. while teaching you to cook Mapo Tofu. End by savoring your creations with beers or refreshing drinks. This hands-on experience offers a deep dive into Sichuan’s rich culinary traditions.

Check off Chengdu’s two star attractions in one day—a feat that’s not practical on public transport—on this convenient private door-to-door tour. Spend the morning at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, then drive to the 233-foot (71-meter) Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a boat trip. Along the way, your guide will enlighten you on topics from Buddhism to panda biology.