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A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by a stone wall and under a clear blue sky. 1
A large rock face with carved figures, a wooden fence, and a signboard. 2
A large golden Buddha statue surrounded by smaller figures, with visitors observing it. 3
A large Buddha statue in a cave, surrounded by lush greenery and a pagoda in the background. 4
A rock-carved temple with intricate sculptures and a staircase. 5
By kansai holiday
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$541 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Leave Chongqing for a private 10-hour journey to the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings. Travel from your city hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle reserved for your group, without planning intercity buses or changing transport along the way.

    Default route: Chongqing city hotel - Baodingshan Rock Carvings - Dazu Rock Carvings Museum (if open and time permits) - Beishan Rock Carvings (if time permits) - return to Chongqing.

    At Baodingshan, walk beside extraordinary Buddhist sculptures and vivid scenes carved into the cliffs centuries ago. If time allows, visit the museum to discover the art and history behind the carvings, then continue to Beishan for a quieter look at finely detailed stone figures.

    To customise the route, contact us at least 24 hours before departure; otherwise the default route applies. The 10 hours include travel, breaks, sightseeing and return. Stops depend on traffic, opening hours and parking. Driver only; no guide or guaranteed English-speaking driver.

Activity location

  • Baodingshan
    • 402586, Dazu District, Chongqing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Baodingshan
    • 402586, Dazu District, Chongqing, China

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Dazu 10H Max8 | Driver Only

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Chinese

10H Private Vehicle | Max8: Private 10-hour vehicle for up to 8 guests with a standard driver; no licensed guide or guaranteed English.
Private Vehicle | Max8: Up to 8 guests, including children and infants. Day bags only; larger luggage must be approved before travel.
Capacity, Fees & Cancellation: No tickets/meals/guide. Day bags only. 30min free wait; OT CNY100/h; night CNY30; free cancel 24h+.
Pickup included

Language options: Chinese
Price details
NZ$270.69 x 2 TravellersNZ$541.38
Total
Price is NZ$541.38
Until Wed, 11 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Return drop-off within the same approved service area
  • Inclusions
    30 minutes of complimentary hotel pickup waiting
  • Inclusions
    Standard parking fees
  • Inclusions
    One baby safety seat free upon advance request
  • Inclusions
    Private 10-hour sightseeing transport
  • Inclusions
    Fuel costs for the confirmed itinerary
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup within the approved central Chongqing area
  • Inclusions
    Standard highway and toll fees
  • Exclusions
    Admission tickets.
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks.
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses.
  • Exclusions
    Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
  • Exclusions
    Out-of-area pickup or drop-off.
  • Exclusions
    Vehicle overtime beyond 10 hours — CNY 100/hour
  • Exclusions
    Night service surcharge (22:00–07:00) — CNY 30

Know before you book

    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Baodingshan

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Explore Baodingshan, the most renowned section of the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings. Walk along the cliffside viewing route to admire centuries-old Buddhist sculptures, intricate reliefs and remarkable scenes depicting religious teachings and everyday life. Look for the impressive reclining Buddha and the finely detailed Thousand-Hand Guanyin, two of the site's most recognisable artistic treasures. The carvings offer a fascinating view of Chinese craftsmanship and religious art, with dramatic stone figures set against the natural rock formations. Visitors explore the site independently unless a separate guide service has been booked. Admission and the scenic-area shuttle are not included. The visit involves walking, steps and outdoor pathways. Actual sightseeing time depends on entry procedures, visitor numbers and road conditions.

The Art Museum of Dazu Rock Carvings, Chongqing

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
If time and opening hours permit, visit the Dazu Rock Carvings Museum to discover more about the area's sculpture traditions, artistic development and cultural heritage. Explore exhibits introducing the history of the carvings, their preservation and the religious beliefs that influenced their creation. The museum offers helpful background for understanding the statues and reliefs seen at Baodingshan. Museum admission is generally available with a separately purchased valid Baodingshan ticket. The tour price itself does not include attraction tickets. This optional visit may be omitted when the museum is closed or when the remaining itinerary time is limited.

Dazu Rock Carvings Beishan Site

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
If the schedule allows, continue to Beishan Rock Carvings, a quieter section of the Dazu UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire a series of beautifully carved Buddhist figures, niches and stone reliefs that reflect centuries of artistic and religious traditions. Compared with the larger carvings at Baodingshan, Beishan offers a more intimate setting where visitors can appreciate fine sculptural details. This stop is optional and depends on available time, site opening hours and traffic conditions. Admission is not included. Guests wishing to visit both Baodingshan and Beishan may consider purchasing a combined ticket separately.

Location

Activity location

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    Baodingshan
    • 402586, Dazu District, Chongqing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Baodingshan
    • 402586, Dazu District, Chongqing, China

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