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A couple standing in front of a traditional Chinese gate with intricate architecture. 1
A stone sculpture of a large figure with a prominent nose and a series of smaller figures in front. 2
An ancient temple with detailed carvings and a wooden ceiling. 3
A large golden Buddha statue surrounded by numerous smaller statues. 4
A large Buddha statue surrounded by smaller statues and intricate carvings on the wall. 5

Chongqing: Dazu Rock Carvings and Optional Guided Tours

By ManjingTravel
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £17 per adult

Features

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

Overview

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site with 50,000+ intricate rock carvings.
  • Marvel at the golden Thousand-Hand Guanyin at Baodingshan.
  • Explore Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian themes reflecting ancient Chinese life.
  • Flexible options: tickets only or private guided tours in English.
  • Convenient access to Chongqing's hidden gem of grotto art.

Activity location

    • Chongqing
    • Chongqing, Chongqing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国重庆市大足区城龙岗镇 邮政编码: 402361 | Use your passport to enter the scenic area.
    • Da Zu Qu, Chong Qing Shi, China

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Baodingshan Tickets

  • Opening hours: Sat 08:30-18:00

Entry to Baodingshan Scenic Area only includes an English PDF electronic guide.

Price details
£16.99 x 1 Adult£16.99
Total
Price is £16.99
Until Fri, 17 Jul

Baodingshan & Beishan Stone Carvings Ticket

  • Opening hours: Sat 08:30-18:00

The combined ticket for both scenic areas includes return transport within the scenic area and an English PDF electronic guide, conveniently covering the two main attractions.

Price details
£21.37 x 1 Adult£21.37
Total
Price is £21.37
Until Fri, 17 Jul

1-Day, Baodingshan + Chongqing City Attractions Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d

Private car pick-up and drop-off service, combining Baodingshan Stone Carvings with 1-2 classic attractions in Chongqing, professional driver service, flexible itinerary.

Price details
£168.54 x 1 Adult£168.54
Total
Price is £168.54
Until Fri, 17 Jul

Valid for 9 Hours, Private self-guided tour of two scenic spots

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h

Private car and driver services covering Baodingshan and Beishan, including a combined ticket, scenic area transport and English PDF electronic guide.

Price details
£164.38 x 1 Adult£164.38
Total
Price is £164.38
Until Fri, 17 Jul

Valid for 9 Hours, Private tour with English-speaking guides at two attractions

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h

A private English-speaking guide will provide commentary throughout the tour, with private transport. The tour covers Baodingshan and Beishan, offering in-depth insights into the history and cultural stories behind the stone carvings.

Price details
£281.63 x 1 Adult£281.63
Total
Price is £281.63
Until Fri, 17 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Option 1: Dazu Baodingshan Stone Carvings Ticket (includes electronic English guide)
  • Inclusions
    Option 2: Dazu Baodingshan & Beishan Stone Carvings Ticket (includes scenic area transport + electronic English guide)
  • Inclusions
    Option 3: Chongqing hotel pick-up and drop-off + private transport + Baodingshan ticket + 1-2 attractions in the city + Chinese-speaking driver (includes electronic English guide)
  • Inclusions
    Option 4: Chongqing hotel pick-up and drop-off + private transport + Baodingshan ticket + Beishan ticket + Chinese-speaking driver (includes electronic English guide)
  • Inclusions
    Option 5: Chongqing hotel pick-up and drop-off + private transport + English-speaking guide + Baodingshan ticket + Beishan ticket
  • Exclusions
    Other personal consumption

What you can expect

  • The Dazu Rock Carvings represent the pinnacle of late Chinese rock art, blending religious themes with lifelike depictions of daily life. Baodingshan showcases grand, narrative-style carvings in a U-shaped valley, while Beishan offers delicate, elegant statues along a cliff. These sites highlight Chongqing's unique role in preserving Tang-Song era artistry, far from the more famous northern grottoes.

    Select your package:
    Option 1:Entry ticket to Baodingshan only

    Option 2:Combined ticket for Baodingshan & Beishan (including scenic shuttle)

    Option 3:Private day tour combining Baodingshan with Chongqing city highlights

    Option 4:Private self-guided tour that includes transport and entrance fees from Chongqing and allows you to visit two attractions.

    Option 5:Private English-guided tour of both sites

    Ideal for history lovers and cultural explorers seeking authentic Chongqing experiences.

Location

Activity location

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    • Chongqing
    • Chongqing, Chongqing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 中国重庆市大足区城龙岗镇 邮政编码: 402361 | Use your passport to enter the scenic area.
    • Da Zu Qu, Chong Qing Shi, China