Hechuan One-Day Tour: Laitan Ancient Town & Diaoyu Fortress Adventure
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🌟 Tour Highlights
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Explore Laitan Ancient Town, Chongqing’s only well-preserved fortress-style ancient town featuring Qing Dynasty (Jiaqing period) mountain strongholds and ancient military defense forts.
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Discover Hechuan Diaoyu Fortress, known as the “Place Where God’s Whip Was Broken” — the Southern Song Dynasty battlefield where Mongke Khan died during a 36-year anti-Mongol war.
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Enjoy private hotel pick-up & drop-off, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
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Experience rich local culture, wander through Ming–Qing-style streets, and taste the famous Hechuan snack “Peach Slices.”
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Dive into history through the preserved walls, gates, and relics at Diaoyu Fortress — a battlefield that shaped Eurasian history.
🗺️ Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Hechuan Cultural & Historical Exploration
Transportation: Private car
Meals: Lunch not included (free time)
Accommodation: Not applicable (day tour)
At 8:00 AM, your private car and guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to your first destination — Laitan Ancient Town.
Upon arrival, stroll through the charming streets of Laitan, known as “Chongqing’s only fortress-style ancient town.” The town preserves Qing Dynasty Jiaqing-period mountain fortifications and traditional Ming–Qing architectural neighborhoods. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste Hechuan’s local specialty, “Hechuan Peach Slices.”
After exploring the ancient town, enjoy 1.5 hours of free time for lunch at nearby local restaurants where you can try authentic Chongqing cuisine.
Following lunch, your private car will take you to the second highlight: Hechuan Diaoyu Fortress. Known as the “Place Where God’s Whip Was Broken,” this fortress was the key battlefield during the Southern Song Dynasty’s 36-year resistance against the Mongols — and the site where Mongke Khan died. Today, you can walk along well-preserved relics including ancient city walls, gates, and military structures.
Around 5:00 PM, your private car will return you to your hotel, marking the end of your Hechuan one-day adventure.
✅ What’s Included & Excluded
| Included | Excluded |
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| Professional English-speaking local guide (full tour commentary) | Lunch (1.5 hours of free time to choose your own restaurant) |
| Private hotel pick-up & drop-off (round trip) | Internal scenic shuttle bus (optional; pay on-site if needed) |
| Admission fees for Laitan Ancient Town and Diaoyu Fortress | Gratuities for guide (optional but appreciated) |
💡 Useful Tips
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Booking Preparation: Provide your WhatsApp number or hotel room number when booking. The guide will contact you the day before to confirm pick-up time.
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Dress Suggestion: Wear comfortable walking shoes. In summer, bring sunscreen and a hat; in winter, dress warmly as Chongqing winters are humid and cold.
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Meal Tips: Laitan offers authentic Sichuan–Chongqing flavors such as spicy noodles and braised pork. If you prefer mild food, inform restaurant staff to adjust spiciness.
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Photography Reminder: Morning light is ideal for capturing Laitan Ancient Town, while afternoon sun highlights the grandeur of Diaoyu Fortress relics.
📅 Booking Information
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Price: From USD 139 per person (group discount: 10% off for 5+ people).
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Booking Deadline: Please book at least 2 days in advance. For last-minute bookings (within 24 hours), contact us via WhatsApp (+86-XXX-XXXXXXX) to check availability.
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Cancellation Policy:
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Cancel 7+ days before departure: Full refund
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Cancel 3–6 days before departure: 20% cancellation fee
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Cancel within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee (no refund)
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Group Booking: For groups of 10+ passengers, contact us for customized arrangements (schedule adjustments, group meals) and to receive a group discount.
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