5-Day Jiuzhaigou Wonderland Pilgrimage: Celestial Palette on Earth — Where Emerald Lakes Cascade, Rainbow Forests Meet Snow-Crowned Peaks, and Every Ripple Whispers an Alpine Fairy Tale

The moment you step out of the aircraft/train, your magical adventure in the ‘Land of Abundance’ quietly begins. Our bilingual guide, dressed in warm navy-blue uniform and holding a welcome sign, awaits you at the exit — you’ll instantly recognize our iconic ‘Panda Smile

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Jiuzhaigou Valley Entrance

Morning Departure (Approx. 06:30):

• Pickup Details:

  • Exact time confirmed via driver’s SMS/call the night prior.

  • Chengdu Downtown (Within Third Ring Road): Door-to-door pickup.

  • Outside Third Ring Road: Self-transfer to designated meeting point.

Morning Schedule:

• Visit Dujiangyan Irrigation System (UNESCO World Heritage) or Panda Base (giant panda encounter).

Midday (11:30–12:00):

• Self-paid lunch near the attraction.

Afternoon Journey:

• Travel through Aba Tibetan & Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, following the Zagunao River Valley (a tributary of the Min River).

• Witness panoramic views of Western Sichuan’s grasslands, snow peaks, and ethnic villages.

Evening Arrival (19:00–20:00):

• Reach Jiuzhaigou Valley Entrance and check into your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Jiuzhaigou Valley Entrance

Morning to Evening Schedule

• Morning: After breakfast, enter Jiuzhaigou Valley (UNESCO World Heritage).

• Key Valleys: Explore Shuzheng Valley and Zechawa Valley for approximately 8 hours (final route subject to park updates).

Jiuzhaigou Valley Highlights

• Geography: A 40km-long valley in the Min Mountains, named after the nine Tibetan villages within.

• "Five Wonders":

  1. Emerald Lakes: Turquoise alpine waters mirroring forests

  2. Terraced Waterfalls: Nuorilang & Pearl Shoal Falls

  3. Colorful Forests: Autumn foliage in 200+ plant species

  4. Snow-Capped Peaks: Sacred mountains over 4,800m

  5. Tibetan Culture: Ancient villages and prayer flags

• Global Acclaim: Known as the "Fairy-Tale World" and "Earthly Paradise".

Practical Information

• Self-Guided Exploration: Wander wooden boardwalks and shuttle-friendly paths.

• Dining: Post-tour meals at valley entrance restaurants (Tibetan hotpot recommended).

• Altitude Alert: 2,000–3,100m – Carry water and pace yourself.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Self-arranged

Morning Schedule

• After breakfast, depart for Huanglong Scenic Area (UNESCO World Heritage), renowned as the "Celestial Pool on Earth".

• Arrival at Huanglong by 10:00 AM for a 3-4 hour guided tour (off-peak itinerary to avoid crowds).

Huanglong Highlights

• Travertine Wonders:
  ✓ Huanglong Valley – 2,500m-long golden travertine terraces (world’s largest).
  ✓ Colorful Pools: Thousands of calcified pools in azure, emerald, and amber hues.
  ✓ Key Sites:

  • Washing Body Cave (limestone cavern)

  • Golden Sand Beach (glittering mineral deposits)

  • Bonsai Pools (miniature travertine landscapes)

  • Five-Color Pond (vivid mineral-rich waters)

  • Huanglong Temple (Ming Dynasty Buddhist site)

• Cable Car Option:

  • Uphill: 80 CNY/person

  • Downhill: 40 CNY/person
    Note: Hike at your own pace; altitude ranges from 3,100m to 3,600m.

As Shu embroidery threads melt into twilight clouds, Huanhua's ripples etch Chengdu's soul onto your journey.

At the seventh crescent hour, azure-carriage horses shall escort you under stars