Chongqing 2-Day Private Tour:816 Nuclear Project & UNESCO Karst

Chongqing, China
Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the intriguing past and stunning landscapes of Chongqing on this two-day tour. Begin with an underground adventure at the 816 Nuclear Military Plant, where history unfolds within the world's largest man-made cavern. Then, hike through the breathtaking Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon, featuring striking karst cliffs. The journey continues to Fairy Mountain, a serene alpine getaway, and the UNESCO-listed Three Natural Bridges, known for its cinematic beauty. Finish with a thrilling walk along the glass walkway viewing platform, offering stunning panoramic views. This tour is perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

- Discover the Cold War-era 816 Nuclear Military Plant and its vast underground city
- Hike through the scenic Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon with jaw-dropping views
- Visit Fairy Mountain Forest Park, an alpine retreat ideal for all seasons
- Experience the awe-inspiring Three Natural Bridges, featured in major films

What's included

  • Private air‑conditioned vehicle for full‑day transportation
  • Professional English‑speaking tour guide service
  • Bottled drinking water provided throughout the tour
  • Attractions: 816 Plant, Wuling Canyon, Fairy Mtn, train, 3 Bridges, elevator, bus, glass deck
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs
  • Gratuities (tips) for guide and driver
  • Lunch, dinner and personal meals
  • Gratuity: CNY 50 per person, per day

What to expect

Day 1: Secret Bunker & Tectonic Fissures — Fuling Underground & Canyon Day
  1. Chongqing
    2h
    08:00: Meet your tour guide and travel to Fuling , approximately a 2-hour drive.
  2. 816 Nuclear Military Plant
    2h · Admission ticket included
    10:00:Descend 100 meters underground to explore Project 816, the world's largest man-made cavern from the Cold War era. The UK's BBC once described it as:”China's 816: Where 60,000 soldiers spent 18 years carving a secret atomic city inside a mountain.”
  3. Chongqing Fuling Stream Scenic
    1h
    12:00: Your guide will propose several local lunch venues near the 816 Nuclear Project Scenic Area, one of which is Wuqi Restaurant (816 Town). You are free to select any of the suggested restaurants. All lunch costs are at guests’ own expense and lunch is not covered by the tour.
  4. Wuling Mountain
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    13:30: Visit Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon.Jaw-dropping karst cliffs and sky ladders make every angle photo-worthy.
Day 2: Alpine Meadows & Natural Bridges — Wulong Karst Wonders Day
  1. Chongqing Fairy Mountain
    3h · Admission ticket included
    08:00 Meet your guide.
    08:30 Visit Wulong Fairy Mountain Forest Park, including a scenic small train ride.
    Known as Chongqing’s alpine retreat, Fairy Mountain offers open grasslands, forest trails, and fresh mountain air.
  2. Wulong Tiankeng Three Bridges
    5h · Admission ticket included
    12:00 Visit the Three Natural Bridges, a UNESCO-listed karst wonder and filming location for Transformers: Age of Extinction.
    The tour includes the rotating elevator and eco-friendly sightseeing bus.
    16:00: Then we’ll climb the glass walkway viewing platform,overlook the natural scenery.
  3. Chongqing
    2h
    17:00: After the tour,return to Chongqing.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick‑up is included for locations within Chongqing’s main urban districts. Please contact us via email, WhatsApp, or WeChat in advance to confirm your exact meeting point and pickup arrangements.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with heart disease, hypertension, or asthma (816 Nuclear Military Plant underground areas)
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems or limited mobility (Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon steep stairways and canyon trails)
  • Not recommended for travelers with vertigo or fear of heights (glass walkway viewing platform at Three Natural Bridges)
  • Not recommended for travelers with knee or joint problems (extended walking and stair climbing at Three Natural Bridges and Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon)
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers (816 underground tunnels and Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon trails)
  • Not suitable for travelers with severe claustrophobia (816 Nuclear Military Plant underground tunnels)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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