Chongqing Main City → Liangping Shuanggui Lake National Wetland Park Self-Driving One-Day Tour Travel Guide

Of course! As a travel blogger, I have carefully planned a self-driving trip for you (budget 400 RMB). Whether you seek cost-effectiveness or freedom and spontaneity, you can find the perfect way to enjoy your trip!

Chongqing Main City → Liangping Shuanggui Lake National Wetland Park
Self-Driving One-Day Tour | Budget: 400 RMB
Suitable for: Family outings, couples’ dates, photography enthusiasts, travelers who pursue a free pace

✅ Trip Highlights:
Control your time freely, stop anytime for photos
Check in at local delicacies and off-the-beaten-path spots along the way
Experience the pastoral scenery of eastern Sichuan more deeply

🗓 Self-Driving One-Day Itinerary

Time Content
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07:00 Depart from Chongqing Main City (recommended via Inner Ring Expressway or G50 Huyu Expressway)
07:00 - 09:30 Drive to Liangping (about 180 km, toll fee about 80 RMB)
09:30 - 12:00 【Shuanggui Lake National Wetland Park】In-depth visit
✅ Recommended route: North Gate Entrance → Shuiyun Xiangqing → Rainbow Bridge → Bird Watching Tower → Zen Island → Lakeside Cycling Path (bicycle rental 20 RMB/hour)
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch recommendations:
📍 Old Street Doujin Shop (a must-try! One of Liangping’s three treasures)
📍 Or Zhiwei Restaurant (authentic home-style dishes, about 40 RMB per person)
13:30 - 15:30 Visit Shuanggui Hall (meditate and worship, shoot great photos of the ancient temple)
15:30 - 17:00 Optional extension:
• Photo spot: Huashi Ancient Village (15 minutes’ drive from Shuanggui Lake)
• Cultural experience: Liangping Woodblock New Year Painting Workshop (free admission)
17:00 - 19:30 Return to Chongqing

💰 Budget Details (Total ≈ 400 RMB)

Item Cost
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Highway tolls (round trip) 80 RMB × 2 = 160 RMB
Fuel (calculated at 8L/100km, fuel price 7.8 RMB/L) About 120 RMB
Parking fee (scenic area + city) 20 RMB
Lunch (for two) 80 RMB
Shuanggui Hall ticket (adult) 25 RMB/person × 2 = 50 RMB
Bicycle rental or drinks and snacks 30 RMB
Total ≈ 390 RMB (leftover can be used for souvenirs)

📸 Must-Visit Photo Spots:
Shuanggui Lake Rainbow Bridge Reflection — stunning light in early morning or evening
Reed Boardwalk — poetic and picturesque when the wind blows, like a Studio Ghibli animation
Flying Eaves of Shuanggui Hall’s Main Hall — a delight for ancient architecture lovers
Lakeside Cycling Silhouette — full of dynamic feeling

🍜 Liangping Must-Try Food List:
Name Specialty Recommended Shop
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Liangping Doujin The “soft gold” of bean products, can be served cold or stewed Old Street Doujin Main Shop
Liangping Zhang Duck Rich braised flavor, mildly spicy and sweet Available in major supermarkets
Kehuang Cake (Rice Cake) Local snack, glutinous rice stuffed and fried Street breakfast stalls
Pickled Chili Stir-fried with Cured Meat Home-style flavor, perfect with rice Zhiwei Restaurant

📌 Final Reminder: Shuanggui Lake is beautiful all year round, but spring and autumn (March-May / September-November) are best, with pleasant weather, migratory birds resting, and shimmering lake views.

Wishing you a poetic encounter with mountains and waters at Shuanggui Lake! If you need a PDF itinerary or navigation link, feel free to message me～📷🍃