China · Boating

8-Hour Private Longqing Gorge Tour from Beijing with Boat and Cable Car

8 Hours Round trip from Beijing Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Longqing Gorge, the "Little Three Gorges" near Beijing
02 Pass Juyongguan Great Wall and Badaling Great Wall on the drive
03 Enjoy a boat cruise with river and mountain views
04 Ride a cable car to the Immortal Taoist Temple for bird's-eye views
05 Explore the island's recreational area with options like kayaking and horseback riding

Escape Beijing for a private day trip to Longqing Gorge, known as the "Little Three Gorges" for its clear waters, wooded mountains, and karst caves. Cruise through the scenic gorge by boat, ride a cable car for sweeping bird's-eye views, and visit the Immortal Taoist Temple to learn about its stories and beliefs. Along the way, pass Juyongguan Great Wall and Badaling Great Wall, and round off the day with a late lunch at a local restaurant.

Escape Beijing for a private day trip to Longqing Gorge, known as the "Little Three Gorges" for its clear waters, wooded mountains, and karst caves.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Beijing

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Private Longqing Gorge Adventure from Beijing

Your English-speaking guide and private car will pick you up from your hotel lobby. Head directly to Longqing Gorge, passing Juyongguan Great Wall and Badaling Great Wall on the way. Your tour guide will share the related history and stories, so feel free to ask questions and sit back and enjoy the scenery along the journey.
Upon arrival, begin today's adventure right away. Follow your tour guide to take the elevator inside the body of an artificial dragon up to the Longqing Dam. Then, enjoy the river and mountain views on a boat cruise. Explore an island where you will find different recreational options for visitors, including kayaking, rock climbing, horseback riding, and go-karting, all at your own expense.
After the boat cruise, take the cable car up the mountain to explore the Immortal Taoist Temple. Learn its stories from your tour guide and enjoy the amazing bird's-eye view of the area. After a few hours exploring Longqing Gorge, stop at a local restaurant for a late lunch on the way back to Beijing City. Then, transfer back to your hotel in Beijing, with about 2 hours of driving time.