8-Hour Chongqing Cultural and Nature Tour with Hidden Lake and Temple

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover a hidden mountain lake known mostly to locals
• 02 Enjoy a light hike with peaceful mountain air and forest views
• 03 Visit a thousand-year-old temple by the lake and hillside
• 04 Savor a simple monastic vegetarian meal prepared by temple residents
• 05 Explore the Gorge Trail with dramatic rock formations and natural hot springs
• 06 See a preserved Qing Dynasty-era village beneath huge trees

Discover the hidden natural and cultural gems of Chongqing on this immersive 8-hour day trip. Hike around a tranquil mountain lake, visit a thousand-year-old temple, enjoy a simple monastic vegetarian meal, and explore a preserved Qing Dynasty-era village with traditional wooden architecture, all surrounded by serene landscapes and scenic drives.

Hike around a tranquil mountain lake, visit a thousand-year-old temple, enjoy a simple monastic vegetarian meal, and explore a preserved Qing Dynasty-era village with traditional wooden architecture, all surrounded by serene landscapes and scenic drives.

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 Chongqing

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hidden Lake, Ancient Temple, and Qing Village Escape

• 08:50 Pick up from your hotel in Chongqing.

• 09:00 Drive to a hidden scenic lake in the mountains, known mostly to locals and rarely visited by mainstream tourists.

• 10:00 Begin a light hike around the lake, enjoying peaceful mountain air and forest views.

• 11:00 Visit an ancient temple over 1,000 years old, located by the lake and hillside.

• 12:00 Enjoy a simple monastic vegetarian meal prepared by temple residents.

• 13:00 Explore the Gorge Trail, known for its dramatic rock formations and natural hot springs.

• 14:00 Visit the Village Under Huge Trees, a preserved Qing Dynasty-era settlement showcasing traditional wooden architecture.

• 16:00 Drive back to Chongqing city.

• 17:00 Drop off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Local professional driver-guide service available in English, Spanish, Italian, or French
• Comfortable transportation in a premium vehicle (Lexus RX, Mercedes C/E Class, or equivalent electric vehicle)
• Simple monastic vegetarian meal (lunch) provided during the temple visit

What's Not Included

• Accommodation costs
• Any additional expenses not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
• Cancellation fees resulting from extreme weather or other unavoidable circumstances

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Sunglasses (for summer)
• Sun protection (for summer)

Know before you go

• Please make sure to avoid Chinese holidays before booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Chongqing, China

Tour start

Chongqing, China

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.