In May 2023, I want to travel independently to Chengdu and Chongqing. Could you please give me a reasonable guide? The more detailed the better. Do you have enough time for slow travel?

Okay, here is a reasonable guide for free travel in Chengdu and Chongqing.

Day 1: Chengdu

After arriving in Chengdu, go to the hotel to store your luggage. Next, you can go shopping in Jinli Ancient Street and taste local snacks and delicacies. Then you can go to the Panda Base and watch the cute pandas eating bamboo and playing in the bamboo forest. In the evening, you can go to Kuanzhai Alley to experience the nightlife of Chengdu.

Day 1: Chengdu

In the morning, go to Wangjiang Tower to see the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Jinjiang River, and then go to Wenshu Monastery to appreciate the ancient architecture and Buddhist culture. In the afternoon, you can go to IKEA, Leshan Giant Buddha or Qingcheng Mountain. In the evening, you can go to the night market in Chengdu and taste local specialties and late-night snacks.

Day 3: Chongqing

Take the high-speed rail to Chongqing in the morning. After arriving, you can first go to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street to feel the bustling urban atmosphere. In the afternoon, you can go to Hongya Cave to visit the ancient buildings and beautiful scenery. You can go to Chongqing hot pot in the evening and taste the authentic Chongqing specialties.

Day 4: Chongqing

In the morning you can go to Chaotianmen Square and enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Yangtze River. Then go take a look at the Three Gorges Museum near Jiefangbei to learn about Chongqing’s history and culture. In the afternoon, you can go to Chongqing Zoo and see the cute animals. You can go to see the night view at night. You can go to Nanshan Scenic Area or Hongya Cave to enjoy the night view of Chongqing.

Day 5: Chongqing

In the morning, you can go to Wulong Tiansheng Third Bridge to experience the thrill of the glass plank road and suspension bridge. In the afternoon, you can go to a hot spring resort in Chongqing to relax. At night, you can watch Chongqing’s luxurious light shows, such as in Hongyadong, Nanshan Scenic Area and other places.

Day 6: Chongqing

In the morning you can go to Chongqing’s Nanshan Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful natural landscape. In the afternoon, you can go to Wushan Small Three Gorges to experience the fun of boating and rafting. In the evening, you can go to the night market in Chongqing to taste local food and snacks.

Day 7: Chongqing

On the last day, you can go to the shopping mall near Jiefangbei to buy some souvenirs and specialties. Then head to the airport to return home.