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LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Too hot in Chongqing? This one-day tour is made for summer. Start at Lao Jun Cave on cool Nanshan Mountain, explore the ancient temple and enjoy the breeze. Then head to Laolong Cave, where you row a boat yourself through an underground river. It's refreshing and fun. End the day at Xiahaoli, a revitalized old street on the hillside. Grab a coffee, take in the river view, and soak up the local vibe. All the coolness and adventure you need in one day.
This trip is recommended by a local who was born and raised in Chongqing. You'll get to explore hidden gems and experience a very local, very off-the-beaten-path side of the city. It's perfect for travelers who want to escape the tourist crowds and create unique memories, but don't want to spend hours on the highway.
What's included
Bottled water
Ticket for the Cave Boat Ride
The entrance fee of the Laolong cave and the kayak inside will be included in the price you pay.
Air-conditioned vehicle
local noodle meal
Since the ticket is all-inclusive, no refund for skipping the in-cave kayaking.
What to expect
Jiefangbei Square
45m
Pick up on 09:30 and be on our way from city to the mountain area. It takes us only 30 mins to arrive our first attraction spot.
1h 30m
Nestled in the cool and refreshing forests of Nanshan Mountain, Lao Jun Cave is a renowned Taoist temple often called the first Taoist temple in eastern Sichuan. Founded over a thousand years ago during the Sui and Tang dynasties, this serene sanctuary is built around ancient caves and follows a mystical Fengshui layout, blending its halls harmoniously into the wooded hillside. Visitors can enjoy the crisp mountain air while exploring historic halls, Ming dynasty stone carvings of Taoist legends, and panoramic city views from the Southern Heavenly Gate. It is a perfect spiritual escape into nature.
2h 30m · Admission ticket included
Laolong Cave is a fascinating karst cave known for its cool and mysterious underground environment. Visitors can explore the cave by boat, paddling through narrow waterways surrounded by stunning rock formations. This boat adventure offers a unique and exciting way to experience the natural beauty of the cave, making it a perfect summer escape.
The karst landscape is widespread around Chongqing, with underground caves as a key part of it. Located just half an hour from the city, Laolong Cave is the most easily accessible one. Inside, visitors can row a boat themselves, freely navigating the underground river. It offers a great sense of freedom and adventure.
1h
Xiahaoli is located in the Nan'an District of Chongqing. Built along the mountainside, it is a quintessential old street of the mountain city. It preserves the distinctive stilted houses and cobblestone paths, which have been renovated with modern design elements, creating a harmonious blend of old and new. Strolling through Xiahaoli, you can experience the vibrant local life of old Chongqing while enjoying unique art spaces and river views. It is more than just an old street — it is a collection of mountain courtyards where you can quietly savor the city's memories.
Jiefangbei Square
30m
At the end of the trip, we'll take you back to your hotel safely and with a smile.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby and will inform you of the license plate number for pick-up the evening before your trip.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
