Tour Itinerary
DAY
1
Chengdu
Transfer via: flight – your arrangement
Activities for today: Airport to hotel transfer
Driver Service:
Meet your driver at either Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Proceed to check in at your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax and enjoy at your leisure.
DAY
2
Chengdu
Activities for today: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Jinli Old Street
Tour Guide & Driver Service:
Today, we will drive to the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base to marvel at the adorable pandas. In the late afternoon, we will return to the city area to explore Jinli Old Street.
Jinli Old Street is a bustling commercial and culinary hub that showcases the traditional architecture style of western Sichuan. The name "Jinli" originates from an ancient street in Chengdu dating back to the Han dynasty, meaning "making perfection more perfect." Historically, Jinli Street was one of the oldest and most prosperous streets in the Shu state, gaining nationwide recognition during the Qin, Han, and Three Kingdoms periods. Today, Jinli preserves many facets of Chengdu's urban life, featuring teahouses, eateries, bars, theaters, craft shops, local snack stalls, and specialty stores.
As an optional evening activity, you can enjoy the Sichuan Opera, a captivating performance that includes folk opera, face changing, fire spitting, rolling lights, and various other delightful forms of entertainment (20:00 - 21:30).
DAY
3
Chengdu/Huanglong/Jiuzhaigou
Transfer via: train & private vehicle - our arrangement
Activities for today: Railway station transfer, Huanglong National Park
Chengdu Driver Service, Jiuzhaigou Tour Guide & Driver Service:
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, our driver in Chengdu will escort you to Chengdu East Railway Station (Chengdu Dong) for your high-speed train journey to Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our Jiuzhaigou representatives. From there, you will begin your exploration of Huanglong National Park. Within the park, you will have the opportunity to marvel at the 5,588-meter-high peak of Xuebaoding (also known as the Snow Treasure Summit) in the Minshan mountain range, as well as immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty, which includes pristine forests, calcified waterfalls, the mysterious Yellow Dragon Bathing Cave, and the vibrant pools, among other attractions. After your sightseeing adventure, a 2-hour drive will take you to Jiuzhaigou where you will check in to your hotel.
DAY
4
Jiuzhaigou
Transfer via: private vehicle
Activities for today: Jiuzhaigou National Park
Tour Guide & Driver Service:
Following breakfast at your hotel, we will journey to Jiuzhaigou National Park (Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area). Upon arrival, we will transfer to the park bus heading towards Arrow Bamboo Lake. From there, we will stroll along the plank road to admire attractions such as Panda Lake, Panda Lake Waterfalls, Five-flower Lake, Pearl Shoal Waterfalls, and conclude the morning exploration at the Mirror Lake parking lot. After a satisfying lunch, we will board the park's sightseeing bus to visit Long Lake. Subsequently, we will walk from Long Lake to explore the park's smallest lake - Colorful Lake.
DAY
5
Jiuzhaigou
Transfer via: private vehicle
Activities for today: Jiuzhaigou National Park
Tour Guide & Driver Service:
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, we will drive to the park and board the sightseeing bus to Heyezhai Station. From there, we will embark on a leisurely walk to visit attractions such as Bonsai Lake (Bonsai Shoal), Reed Lake, Lying Dragon Lake, and Shuzheng Waterfalls. Additionally, we will have the opportunity to explore the local Tibetan Village - Shuzheng Village. Following this, we will proceed on foot (or take the park bus) to witness the park's largest waterfall - Nuorilang Waterfall. In the afternoon, we will visit the Tibetan Bonismo Temple - Zharu Temple.
DAY
6
Jiuzhaigou/Exit
Transfer via: train - our arrangement
Activities for today: Hotel to railway station transfer
Driver Service:
After hotel breakfast, our driver will escort you to Huanglongjiuzhai Railway Station for your Chengdu returning train. Services end.
