
Boutique journeys · Southwest China
Travel China slowly, deeply, and entirely on your own terms.
From the panda forests of Sichuan to the snow peaks of Yunnan and the river gorges of Chongqing — every Explore with Li journey is shaped around you. Flexible group size, duration and experiences.
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What Our Guests Say
Real stories from travellers who've journeyed with us through southwest China. Read more on Google.
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne, individuell geplante Tagestour in Chongqing. Der Ablauf und die Kommunikation waren reibungslos. Wir würden es genau so wieder buchen und können es nur weiterempfehlen! Vielen Dank an Rebecca und Hanghang!

Christoph Reichardt
Google Review
Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Stadtführung in Chongqing, die durch Hang Hang organisiert wurde, ich möcjte allen nur ans Herz legen, diese Stadt zu besuchen Das ist fantastisch. Nicht nur die TikTok Highlights, sondern die Stadt selber bietet unheimlich viel an interessanten Orten und Leuten, die man besichtigen kann man kann hier gut und gerne 3-4 Tage verbringen, ohne sich zu langweilen. Abendcruise muss sein. Unvorstellbar. Wer schon samstags da sein kann, sollte die Drohnenshow nicht verpassen. Pünktlich um 20.30 für 15 Minuten. Einmalig
Herbert Roesch
Google Review
The itinerary planned by Hanghang was comprehensive and showcased the best Chongqing has to offer. The programme are customizable to suit your needs and interests. Special mention to Albert and Rebecca who took great care of us locally. The private tours organized by Hanghang would come in especially handy for tourists who are looking for English guidance in understanding Chongqing as not just a 'cyberpunk' city but one that is rich in history, culture and amazing architectural miracles.

Jun Soh
Google Review
Unsere Tour mit Explore With Li war ein echtes Highlight unserer China-Reise! Rebecca, unsere wunderbare Guide, hat uns die wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten und schönsten Ecken Chongqings gezeigt – mit großem Wissen, Leidenschaft und einem herzlichen Lächeln. Sie passte die Tour perfekt an unsere Interessen an. Ein großes Dankeschön auch an Hanghang, die die Tour im Vorfeld mit so viel Sorgfalt organisiert hat. Die Kommunikation war von Anfang an ausgezeichnet – schnell, freundlich und unglaublich hilfreich. Alles war perfekt geplant, sodass wir uns ganz auf das Erlebnis konzentrieren konnten. Zum Abschluss durften wir noch den berühmten Chongqing-Hotpot probieren – ein toller Einblick in die lokale Esskultur und der perfekte Abschluss eines rundum gelungenen Tages. Wer Chongqing auf authentische, persönliche und zugleich stressfreie Weise kennenlernen möchte, ist bei Explore With Li in den besten Händen. 🇨🇳✨
Christin Rosebrock
Google Review
My wife and I enjoyed the two days with your guide in Chongqing. The city is huge, complicated and fascinating and having a guide helped a lot. He was punctual, attentive and informative. Thank you.

Peter larson
Google Review
I had a fantastic time and highly recommend booking the city tour! A huge thank you to Hanghang for the flawless organization and making everything run so smoothly. My guide, Janis, was absolutely amazing and incredibly flexible. She showed me the absolute best spots in the city—places I would have never found or thought of on my own. Bringing me to a fantastic hot pot restaurant was a massive highlight of the day! Janis took such great care of me and was always open to any questions. Without this tour, my day probably wouldn't have been nearly as good. A perfect, top-notch experience from start to finish—thank you, Hanghang and Janis!
Moby Brian
Google Review
Ich habe in Chongqing mit Cheney und Zephyr eine wunderbare Zeit verbracht. Beide sind hervorragende Guides, die mir mit viel Sachverstand und hervorragenden Ortskenntnissen nicht nur Chongqing als Mega-City präsentiert haben, sondern mir auch Einblicke in die Tradition und die Geschichte vermittelt haben. Ich war auch mit dem gesamten Buchungsverfahren und der kompetenten Beratung von Hanghang sehr zufrieden. Hanghang hat mich in jeder Hinsicht gut beraten und die angesetzten Preise waren mehr als Fair. ich kann Hanghang und ihr Unternehmen für Reisen nach Chongqing nur wärmstens empfehlen. Alle Top!

Norman Gabler
Google Review
Super expérience en Chine grâce à explore with Li! Nous avons organisés 3 jours à Chongqing ( qui est soit dit en passant extraordinaire!) et Hanghang nous a concocté une petite excursion aux alentours de la ville pour découvrir la mer de bambou ainsi que Wulong. Le guide était à l’écoute, attentionné, et les visites parfaitement conforme au descriptif et aux attendus. En plus d’un petit pense bête préparé pour l’ensemble de notre séjour en Chine, Hanghang est disponible pour répondre aux différentes questions que l’on peut avoir, elle est de très bons conseils! Bref je recommande vivement si vous souhaitez bénéficier des recommandations d’une experte et pouvoir découvrir la ville en étant bien accompagné! Merci encore pour ce beau voyage

jean karim taghzouti
Google Review
We cannot recommend Explore With Li highly enough! Our one-day guided tour of Chongqing was the absolute highlight of our trip to China. Our guide for the day was Rebecca, and she was simply phenomenal. Her knowledge of Chongqing's history, culture, and hidden gems is incredible. She was telling the city's story with passion and warmth. Rebecca navigated us through the bustling streets with ease and a constant, friendly smile. She tailored the tour to our interests and went above and beyond to ensure we had an authentic and memorable experience. A special mention must go to Hanghang Li, the founder of the company. Her customer service is world-class. From the first inquiry, she was incredibly responsive, helpful, and patient with all our questions. Her support didn't stop after booking; she remained a helpful point of contact throughout our entire stay in China, offering advice and assistance that was invaluable. It’s rare to find such genuine care and dedication. If you are looking for a tour company that offers not just a trip, but a truly personalized and stress-free cultural immersion, look no further. Thank you, Hanghang and Rebecca, for a perfect day. We fell in love with Chongqing and China as a whole and definitely will be back one day.

Małgorzata Kasprzyk
Google Review
Der beste Weg sich in Chongqing zurecht zu finden. Gleich zu Beginn des Urlaubs einen privaten Guide haben. Hang Hang hat vor dem Urlaub alles super gemanagt und uns vorab noch viele Informationen zukommen lassen. In Chongqing hatten wir den besten Guide, den man sich vorstellen kann. Rebecca war einfach toll und hat uns in das Stadtleben mit vielen Facetten eintauchen lassen. Allerbesten Dank Euch allen. Ihr ward und seid wunderbar. An alle, die auch nach Chongqing wollen, investiert das Geld und taucht in das Jahr 2100 ein. Gleichzeitig könnt Ihr durch den Besuch der alten Stätten auch in die Vergangenheit reisen. Euch allen ein schönes Erlebnis. Sascha und Familie

Sascha Nitschke
Google Review
I was so happy with Hanghang Li. The knowledge, support and fast feedback was fantastic. The price for the service is very fair. I had a wonderful tour and my local guide nancy was perfect. Her Knowledge as local made the tour and interaction with chongqing an unique experience. Thank you for the good time.

An Lu
Google Review
Esperienza bellissima ,tour perfetto sia per i luoghi che per l' organizzazione ..Abbiamo visitato tanti luoghi senza essere mai in difficoltà ,anche gli spostamenti erano perfettamente organizzati , hotel spettacolari per non parlare della nostra accompagnatrice Noemi sempre disponibile e preparata.Un grande ringraziamento all' organizzazione e sicuramente ci ritorneremo presto.👍👍

Men
Google Review
We did a two-day private tour with Explore with Li and couldn’t be happier with the experience – both with Hanghang, who organized everything, and with Cheney, who was our guide. What really stood out was how much care Hanghang put into making sure we were comfortable and well prepared. She answered all our questions, not only about Chongqing but also about traveling in China in general, and even took the time to meet us in person before the tour. That personal touch meant a lot to us. The tour itself was great fun and gave us a much deeper look into the city. Cheney was a fantastic guide – easygoing, knowledgeable, and always ready to explain not just the sights but also everyday life in Chongqing and Chinese culture in general. We would absolutely recommend Explore with Li to anyone visiting Chongqing. It made exploring this unique city so much easier, and at the same time, so much more enjoyable.

Gian Marco Ettisberger
Google Review
Hanghang is truly the best! I had the most incredible experience on a 5-day tour of Chongqing. We saw so much: from the viral TikTok spots and vibrant city nightlife to hidden gems, historic sites, mountaintop temples, breathtaking gorges, and even pandas 🐼 I usually prefer researching and planning my own trips, but I’m so glad I had the support of Explore Chongqing with Li for this one. Although everyone we met was so welcoming, navigating the language, cultural, and even technological barrier was difficult without local insight, especially as a first-time traveler to China. Hanghang took care of everything: the itinerary, accommodations, transportation, guides, and meals. She even provided detailed pre-trip information that helped everything go smoothly from the start. One of my personal highlights was the food. As a vegan who loves exploring local cuisines, I was so impressed and grateful for the thoughtful attention Hanghang gave to making sure I could have a full culinary experience. I’m still dreaming about the (vegan!) hot pot and spicy chili noodles! You can really feel Hanghang’s love for Chongqing. She is so about sharing her city with others, and it made the entire experience even more special. If you're curious about Chongqing and want a meaningful, stress-free adventure, I can’t recommend Explore with Li enough. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to China!

Sonam Kotadia
Google Review
This tour was honestly incredible — probably one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. Everything was so well thought out and organized, and it made a huge difference. We got to see pandas, explore beautiful gorges, visit peaceful Buddhist temples, eat amazing hotpot, and check out some of the most photogenic (and yes, TikTok-famous) spots in Chongqing. A big thank you to Hanghang, who organized the entire thing with such care and attention to detail. She handled every aspect of the trip and gave us really clear instructions at each step. It was so nice not having to worry about logistics — we could just relax and enjoy the experience. The whole trip felt very authentic, like something you couldn’t easily put together on your own. Every stop felt meaningful, and it all flowed really well. I came away with so many great memories. If you're thinking about visiting Chongqing, I can't recommend this enough.

Mona Al Owe
Google Review
What an incredible experience! Like many others, I'd been really curious about Chongqing after seeing all those viral TikTok videos, but organizing a trip there as a foreigner isn't easy. Hanghang made everything absolutely seamless. The tour covered all the viral spots and so much more. Chongqing is a place where you can find everything from cyberpunk spots to stunning nature to rich history. The guides, the accommodations, the food - everything went completely beyond my expectations and I still think about it. If you're curious about exploring this city and don’t want to miss a thing, I can't recommend Explore with Li enough!

Melis
Google Review
I had an amazing time, what an experience. I am still dreaming about the hotpot, and the pandas are so cute! The guides and cultural excursions were fascinating -- I hope to go back!

Nathan Corral
Google Review
This was by far one of the best things we could have done for our stay in Chongqing. It was a boys trip to China and all of our first time. From the very moment I got in contact with Hanghang, she was just amazing. Walking me every step of the way and checking up on me frequently, and answering any questions I had. Once the day of the tour came, we got picked up at our hotel lobby by our tour guide Hao , who was the best tour guide any of us have had. He was super kind and knowledgeable, continually made sure throughout the day that all of us were enjoying ourselves and didn’t need anything. Long story short, Hao became a friend. I give this tour a 1000/10 and definitely recommend, especially if it’s your first time in Chongqing. Thanks again Hanghang and Hao! Xie xie!

Juan Villa
Google Review
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne, individuell geplante Tagestour in Chongqing. Der Ablauf und die Kommunikation waren reibungslos. Wir würden es genau so wieder buchen und können es nur weiterempfehlen! Vielen Dank an Rebecca und Hanghang!

Christoph Reichardt
Google Review
Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Stadtführung in Chongqing, die durch Hang Hang organisiert wurde, ich möcjte allen nur ans Herz legen, diese Stadt zu besuchen Das ist fantastisch. Nicht nur die TikTok Highlights, sondern die Stadt selber bietet unheimlich viel an interessanten Orten und Leuten, die man besichtigen kann man kann hier gut und gerne 3-4 Tage verbringen, ohne sich zu langweilen. Abendcruise muss sein. Unvorstellbar. Wer schon samstags da sein kann, sollte die Drohnenshow nicht verpassen. Pünktlich um 20.30 für 15 Minuten. Einmalig
Herbert Roesch
Google Review
The itinerary planned by Hanghang was comprehensive and showcased the best Chongqing has to offer. The programme are customizable to suit your needs and interests. Special mention to Albert and Rebecca who took great care of us locally. The private tours organized by Hanghang would come in especially handy for tourists who are looking for English guidance in understanding Chongqing as not just a 'cyberpunk' city but one that is rich in history, culture and amazing architectural miracles.

Jun Soh
Google Review
Unsere Tour mit Explore With Li war ein echtes Highlight unserer China-Reise! Rebecca, unsere wunderbare Guide, hat uns die wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten und schönsten Ecken Chongqings gezeigt – mit großem Wissen, Leidenschaft und einem herzlichen Lächeln. Sie passte die Tour perfekt an unsere Interessen an. Ein großes Dankeschön auch an Hanghang, die die Tour im Vorfeld mit so viel Sorgfalt organisiert hat. Die Kommunikation war von Anfang an ausgezeichnet – schnell, freundlich und unglaublich hilfreich. Alles war perfekt geplant, sodass wir uns ganz auf das Erlebnis konzentrieren konnten. Zum Abschluss durften wir noch den berühmten Chongqing-Hotpot probieren – ein toller Einblick in die lokale Esskultur und der perfekte Abschluss eines rundum gelungenen Tages. Wer Chongqing auf authentische, persönliche und zugleich stressfreie Weise kennenlernen möchte, ist bei Explore With Li in den besten Händen. 🇨🇳✨
Christin Rosebrock
Google Review
My wife and I enjoyed the two days with your guide in Chongqing. The city is huge, complicated and fascinating and having a guide helped a lot. He was punctual, attentive and informative. Thank you.

Peter larson
Google Review
I had a fantastic time and highly recommend booking the city tour! A huge thank you to Hanghang for the flawless organization and making everything run so smoothly. My guide, Janis, was absolutely amazing and incredibly flexible. She showed me the absolute best spots in the city—places I would have never found or thought of on my own. Bringing me to a fantastic hot pot restaurant was a massive highlight of the day! Janis took such great care of me and was always open to any questions. Without this tour, my day probably wouldn't have been nearly as good. A perfect, top-notch experience from start to finish—thank you, Hanghang and Janis!
Moby Brian
Google Review
Ich habe in Chongqing mit Cheney und Zephyr eine wunderbare Zeit verbracht. Beide sind hervorragende Guides, die mir mit viel Sachverstand und hervorragenden Ortskenntnissen nicht nur Chongqing als Mega-City präsentiert haben, sondern mir auch Einblicke in die Tradition und die Geschichte vermittelt haben. Ich war auch mit dem gesamten Buchungsverfahren und der kompetenten Beratung von Hanghang sehr zufrieden. Hanghang hat mich in jeder Hinsicht gut beraten und die angesetzten Preise waren mehr als Fair. ich kann Hanghang und ihr Unternehmen für Reisen nach Chongqing nur wärmstens empfehlen. Alle Top!

Norman Gabler
Google Review
Super expérience en Chine grâce à explore with Li! Nous avons organisés 3 jours à Chongqing ( qui est soit dit en passant extraordinaire!) et Hanghang nous a concocté une petite excursion aux alentours de la ville pour découvrir la mer de bambou ainsi que Wulong. Le guide était à l’écoute, attentionné, et les visites parfaitement conforme au descriptif et aux attendus. En plus d’un petit pense bête préparé pour l’ensemble de notre séjour en Chine, Hanghang est disponible pour répondre aux différentes questions que l’on peut avoir, elle est de très bons conseils! Bref je recommande vivement si vous souhaitez bénéficier des recommandations d’une experte et pouvoir découvrir la ville en étant bien accompagné! Merci encore pour ce beau voyage

jean karim taghzouti
Google Review
We cannot recommend Explore With Li highly enough! Our one-day guided tour of Chongqing was the absolute highlight of our trip to China. Our guide for the day was Rebecca, and she was simply phenomenal. Her knowledge of Chongqing's history, culture, and hidden gems is incredible. She was telling the city's story with passion and warmth. Rebecca navigated us through the bustling streets with ease and a constant, friendly smile. She tailored the tour to our interests and went above and beyond to ensure we had an authentic and memorable experience. A special mention must go to Hanghang Li, the founder of the company. Her customer service is world-class. From the first inquiry, she was incredibly responsive, helpful, and patient with all our questions. Her support didn't stop after booking; she remained a helpful point of contact throughout our entire stay in China, offering advice and assistance that was invaluable. It’s rare to find such genuine care and dedication. If you are looking for a tour company that offers not just a trip, but a truly personalized and stress-free cultural immersion, look no further. Thank you, Hanghang and Rebecca, for a perfect day. We fell in love with Chongqing and China as a whole and definitely will be back one day.

Małgorzata Kasprzyk
Google Review
Der beste Weg sich in Chongqing zurecht zu finden. Gleich zu Beginn des Urlaubs einen privaten Guide haben. Hang Hang hat vor dem Urlaub alles super gemanagt und uns vorab noch viele Informationen zukommen lassen. In Chongqing hatten wir den besten Guide, den man sich vorstellen kann. Rebecca war einfach toll und hat uns in das Stadtleben mit vielen Facetten eintauchen lassen. Allerbesten Dank Euch allen. Ihr ward und seid wunderbar. An alle, die auch nach Chongqing wollen, investiert das Geld und taucht in das Jahr 2100 ein. Gleichzeitig könnt Ihr durch den Besuch der alten Stätten auch in die Vergangenheit reisen. Euch allen ein schönes Erlebnis. Sascha und Familie

Sascha Nitschke
Google Review
I was so happy with Hanghang Li. The knowledge, support and fast feedback was fantastic. The price for the service is very fair. I had a wonderful tour and my local guide nancy was perfect. Her Knowledge as local made the tour and interaction with chongqing an unique experience. Thank you for the good time.

An Lu
Google Review
Esperienza bellissima ,tour perfetto sia per i luoghi che per l' organizzazione ..Abbiamo visitato tanti luoghi senza essere mai in difficoltà ,anche gli spostamenti erano perfettamente organizzati , hotel spettacolari per non parlare della nostra accompagnatrice Noemi sempre disponibile e preparata.Un grande ringraziamento all' organizzazione e sicuramente ci ritorneremo presto.👍👍

Men
Google Review
We did a two-day private tour with Explore with Li and couldn’t be happier with the experience – both with Hanghang, who organized everything, and with Cheney, who was our guide. What really stood out was how much care Hanghang put into making sure we were comfortable and well prepared. She answered all our questions, not only about Chongqing but also about traveling in China in general, and even took the time to meet us in person before the tour. That personal touch meant a lot to us. The tour itself was great fun and gave us a much deeper look into the city. Cheney was a fantastic guide – easygoing, knowledgeable, and always ready to explain not just the sights but also everyday life in Chongqing and Chinese culture in general. We would absolutely recommend Explore with Li to anyone visiting Chongqing. It made exploring this unique city so much easier, and at the same time, so much more enjoyable.

Gian Marco Ettisberger
Google Review
Hanghang is truly the best! I had the most incredible experience on a 5-day tour of Chongqing. We saw so much: from the viral TikTok spots and vibrant city nightlife to hidden gems, historic sites, mountaintop temples, breathtaking gorges, and even pandas 🐼 I usually prefer researching and planning my own trips, but I’m so glad I had the support of Explore Chongqing with Li for this one. Although everyone we met was so welcoming, navigating the language, cultural, and even technological barrier was difficult without local insight, especially as a first-time traveler to China. Hanghang took care of everything: the itinerary, accommodations, transportation, guides, and meals. She even provided detailed pre-trip information that helped everything go smoothly from the start. One of my personal highlights was the food. As a vegan who loves exploring local cuisines, I was so impressed and grateful for the thoughtful attention Hanghang gave to making sure I could have a full culinary experience. I’m still dreaming about the (vegan!) hot pot and spicy chili noodles! You can really feel Hanghang’s love for Chongqing. She is so about sharing her city with others, and it made the entire experience even more special. If you're curious about Chongqing and want a meaningful, stress-free adventure, I can’t recommend Explore with Li enough. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to China!

Sonam Kotadia
Google Review
This tour was honestly incredible — probably one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. Everything was so well thought out and organized, and it made a huge difference. We got to see pandas, explore beautiful gorges, visit peaceful Buddhist temples, eat amazing hotpot, and check out some of the most photogenic (and yes, TikTok-famous) spots in Chongqing. A big thank you to Hanghang, who organized the entire thing with such care and attention to detail. She handled every aspect of the trip and gave us really clear instructions at each step. It was so nice not having to worry about logistics — we could just relax and enjoy the experience. The whole trip felt very authentic, like something you couldn’t easily put together on your own. Every stop felt meaningful, and it all flowed really well. I came away with so many great memories. If you're thinking about visiting Chongqing, I can't recommend this enough.

Mona Al Owe
Google Review
What an incredible experience! Like many others, I'd been really curious about Chongqing after seeing all those viral TikTok videos, but organizing a trip there as a foreigner isn't easy. Hanghang made everything absolutely seamless. The tour covered all the viral spots and so much more. Chongqing is a place where you can find everything from cyberpunk spots to stunning nature to rich history. The guides, the accommodations, the food - everything went completely beyond my expectations and I still think about it. If you're curious about exploring this city and don’t want to miss a thing, I can't recommend Explore with Li enough!

Melis
Google Review
I had an amazing time, what an experience. I am still dreaming about the hotpot, and the pandas are so cute! The guides and cultural excursions were fascinating -- I hope to go back!

Nathan Corral
Google Review
This was by far one of the best things we could have done for our stay in Chongqing. It was a boys trip to China and all of our first time. From the very moment I got in contact with Hanghang, she was just amazing. Walking me every step of the way and checking up on me frequently, and answering any questions I had. Once the day of the tour came, we got picked up at our hotel lobby by our tour guide Hao , who was the best tour guide any of us have had. He was super kind and knowledgeable, continually made sure throughout the day that all of us were enjoying ourselves and didn’t need anything. Long story short, Hao became a friend. I give this tour a 1000/10 and definitely recommend, especially if it’s your first time in Chongqing. Thanks again Hanghang and Hao! Xie xie!

Juan Villa
Google Review
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