A curated 10-day loop from Chengdu to Shanghai that balances panda conservation, karst canyons and polished urban nights. Expect high-speed trains, glass bridges, hands-on cultural workshops, and managed transfers.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the train into Chengdu’s humid air and the city immediately begins to narrate: tea houses hum, street vendors steam dumplings, and bamboo waits quietly at the panda base outside town.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for walking tours, stairs, and short hikes; no sustained mountaineering required.
Wildlife
History
Sichuan has been a cultural crossroads for millennia—sites like Jinsha show Bronze Age civilizations, while Wulingyuan’s pillars are part of a protected UNESCO landscape.
Conservation
Panda volunteer programs contribute to captive-breeding and education; Zhangjiajie manages visitor flow with boardwalks and timed access to protect fragile quartz-sandstone formations.
Reserve your spot on the Wetrip_CTG - 10D9N Chengdu → Chongqing → Zhangjiajie → Shanghai today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start mornings early
Zhangjiajie’s best light and fewer crowds are before 9am—plan transport and cable cars accordingly.
Bring local cash
Smaller food stalls and market vendors in Chongqing and Chengdu often prefer cash over cards.
Prepare for stairs
Wulingyuan and many heritage sites have steep steps and uneven paths—use supportive shoes and trekking poles if you need extra stability.
Respect wildlife rules
At panda bases follow staff guidance: limited flash photography and no feeding outside supervised programs to protect animal health.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides grip and support on uneven stone steps and forest paths.
Light waterproof jacket
Useful for sudden mountain rain and mist in Zhangjiajie and Wulong.
summer
Daypack with hydration
Carries water, camera, layers and snacks for long transfer days and hikes.
Document organizer & photocopies
Keeps passports, visas and train/flight confirmations accessible and safe.