Chongqing Horseback Riding: Three Natural Bridges & Fairy Mountain

Wujiang River cliffs, miniature train, karst bridges, Tang Dynasty relay station in one day

This full-day tour from Chongqing visits the UNESCO-listed Wulong Karst landscape, starting at the Wujiang River Observation Deck with vertical cliffs and emerald waters, then moving to Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows where you ride a sightseeing train through cedar groves and walk grassland trails. You explore Three Natural Bridges, 12-million-year-old formations featured in Transformers 4, hike a 2km loop with stairs and elevators, visit the restored Tianfu Posthouse (a Tang Dynasty relay station), and choose between Longshuixia Canyon's underground fissure or a return to Fairy Mountain. An English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle, water, sandwich, and all site entry are included. The tour runs 8 hours with free time for photography.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Wulong Karst natural wonders

• Visit Wujiang River Observation Deck
• Walk Fairy Mountain alpine meadows
• Ride sightseeing road train
• See Tianfu Posthouse film location
• Hike 2km loop trail
• Spot wild mandarin ducks
• Tour restored Tang Dynasty posthouse

The experience

Chongqing's Wulong Karst sits 480 minutes from the city, and the day opens at the Wujiang River Observation Deck: a vantage point the itinerary notes for sunrise reflections and the sight of boats drifting like specks below vertical cliffs. From there the route moves to Fairy Mountain, where you board a miniature sightseeing train that winds through cedar groves, then step out onto the "Oriental Alps" meadows to walk among grazing cows and scattered pines. The landscape is the anchor. The train and the walking paths are how you move through it.

Three Natural Bridges comes next: 12-million-year-old karst formations that served as a filming location for Transformers 4. You walk a 2km loop with stairs and elevators for easier access, and the itinerary mentions wild mandarin ducks as a possibility. The Tianfu Posthouse, a restored Tang Dynasty relay station that once housed officials and traders, sits nearby. The source notes its wooden architecture and the history of China's postal system. A sinkhole visible from the trails marks another Transformers 4 scene.

At checkout you choose between two options for the final stretch: Longshuixia Canyon, where you descend into a deep fissure carved by water over millennia and walk boardwalks past hanging waterfalls, moss-covered cliffs and underground pools; or a return to Fairy Mountain for more meadow time. The guide is English-speaking, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and the day includes one bottle of water and one sandwich per person, plus entry and transport at every stop.

What’s included

• Entry to Fairy Mountain with the sightseeing train and meadow walks.
• entry to Three Natural Bridges with the scenic shuttle bus and 2km loop access.
• entry to Longshuixia Canyon or a second Fairy Mountain option with elevators and boardwalks.
• the restored Tianfu Posthouse.
• an air-conditioned vehicle with pickup from Chongqing.
• a local English-speaking guide for the full day.
• one bottle of water per person and one sandwich per person.
• and free time for sightseeing and photography at each stop.

Options for this experience

2 options

Fairy MountainGuide in English · No fixed timeOption A: Wujiang River Gallery, then Fairy Mountain, Three Natural Bridges, and Tianfu Posthouse

Longshuixia CanyonGuide in English · No fixed timeOption B: Wujiang River, Three Natural Bridges, Tianfu Posthouse, and Longshuixia Canyon, with pickup included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (7 to 70 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

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Is this one for you?Choose Longshuixia Canyon to walk past hanging waterfalls and moss-covered cliffs in the underground fissure, or pick Fairy Mountain if alpine meadows and forest train rides suit you better.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the Three Natural Bridges and why are they worth seeing?

The Three Natural Bridges are 12-million-year-old karst formations in the Wulong Karst landscape, featured as a filming location in Transformers 4. You walk a 2km loop with stairs and elevators to view them up close, and the itinerary notes wild mandarin ducks as wildlife you may spot along the trails.

Does this tour include a guide, and what language does the guide speak?

Yes, a local English-speaking guide is included for the full day. The guide leads you through each site and provides context on the landscape and historic locations like the Tianfu Posthouse.

What is the sightseeing train on Fairy Mountain, and how does it work?

The sightseeing train is a miniature train that winds through cedar groves on Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows. You board it as part of the Fairy Mountain experience, then step out to walk the grassland trails where cows graze under scattered pines.

What's included in the tour price, and what do I need to bring?

Entry to all sites, the sightseeing train, scenic shuttle buses, elevators, the air-conditioned vehicle from Chongqing, an English guide, one bottle of water and one sandwich per person are all included. Gratuities and additional meals are not included.

Can I choose between different sites, or is the itinerary fixed?

At checkout you choose between Longshuixia Canyon (an underground fissure with boardwalks, waterfalls and pools) or a second visit to Fairy Mountain for the final part of the day. All other stops (the Wujiang River Observation Deck, Fairy Mountain's train and meadows, Three Natural Bridges, and the Tianfu Posthouse) are included in every itinerary.

How physically demanding is this tour?

The tour involves walking trails and climbing stairs, though elevators are available on the Three Natural Bridges loop to make access easier. The itinerary recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.