Your day begins with an 8:30 am pickup from your Chongqing hotel for a scenic 3-hour drive to the Dazu Rock Carvings. Upon arrival, you will explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its well-preserved Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian grotto art dating from 650 to the 17th century. Your guide will provide insights into the historical and cultural significance of these carvings, which are among the finest examples of China's grotto art. You'll also visit the Beishan Grottoes, notable for their early Buddhist cave chapels carved from the late Tang period through the Song Dynasty. After a thorough exploration, you'll return to your Chongqing hotel, concluding your cultural journey.