8-Day Twin Peaks Odyssey: Siguniang's Snow Spires Pierce Heaven, Yading's Sacred Lakes Purify Soul — Where Alpine Wilderness Meets Earth's Last Silent Pilgrimage, Twin Jewels of Sichuan in Cosmic Harmony

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 at own expense | Accommodation: Tibetan-style lodge

06:30-07:30: Self-arranged breakfast | Meet driver at designated time
08:30-12:00: Scenic drive via Dujiangyan | Photo stop at Cat's Nose Viewpoint capturing Da/Er/San/Yao Mei Peaks panorama
12:30-13:00: Local lunch near Shuangqiao Valley (self-paid)
13:00-16:00: Shuangqiao Valley Exploration | Entrance ¥80 | Eco-bus ¥70
16:30-17:00: Transfer to Danba County through ancient Qiang-Tibetan corridors
18:00+: Check-in & free evening | Taste yak meat hotpot in starlit mountains

06:30-07:30 AM
Breakfast on your own. Gather with the group at the driver's designated time.

08:00 AM-12:00 PM
Depart Danba and cross Yala Pass to reach the Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform (4,800m altitude). Capture breathtaking photos of the sacred snow-capped peaks.

12:00-12:30 PM
Arrive at Moshi Park entrance in Bamei Town. Optional lunch at local restaurants near the entrance.

1:00-3:00 PM
Explore the "Mars-like Landscape" of Moshi Park - unique grey metamorphic rock formations. Recommended photography spots: ① Earth Core Museum Viewpoint ② Stargazing Valley Trail.

3:00-4:00 PM
Photography session at Tagong Grassland or Yuzixi Camp (seasonal access). Proceed to 360° Gongga Mountain Viewing Platform - with clear weather, witness the golden sunset glow on Mount Gongga (7,556m).

6:00-7:00 PM
Descend to Xinduqiao Town - dubbed "Photographer's Paradise". Dinner recommendations: Tibetan hotpot or yak meat dishes.

7:00-7:30 AM
Driver coordinates departure time with group members based on road conditions.

7:30 AM-12:00 PM
Travel along National Highway 318 to Litang County. Stop at the iconic Heavenly Switchbacks (18 Hairpin Turns) viewpoint (elev. 3,990m) - capture the symbolic phrase: "Conquer these winding roads, embrace smooth journeys ahead".

12:00 PM
Lunch in Litang (self-paid), the "World's Highest Town" (4,014m).

1:00-3:00 PM
Explore Thousand Household Tibetan Village - Litong Ancient Town:

• Visit 5 themed museums
• Changqingchunke’er Temple (Tibetan Buddhism cultural hub)
• Combo ticket: ¥135/person (self-paid)

3:00-6:00 PM
Scenic drive passing:
① Haizi Mountain (glacial erosion landforms with 1,145 lakes)
② Rabbit Ear Mountain (distinctive twin peak rock formations)
③ Daocheng White Pagoda - sacred Tibetan Buddhist site

6:00-7:00 PM
Arrive in Shangri-La Town (2,900m). Dinner suggestions: Tibetan barley wine with local mushroom hotpot.

7:00 PM
Check into hotel. Recommended: Pre-acclimatize for next day's higher altitude activities.

07:30 AM
Depart from Tourist Center by park sightseeing bus to Zharongbeng (40-min ride).

Zharongbeng to Chonggu Temple

• 10-minute walk to Chonggu Temple, passing through Chonggu Meadow (spring/summer wildflower hotspot).

Chonggu Temple → Luorong Pasture

• Option 1: Electric cart (6.5 km, 30-min ride; ¥80 round trip / ¥50 one-way)
• Option 2: Hike (3-4 hours) through alpine forests and glacial valleys.

Luorong Pasture Highlights

• Basecamp for views of the Three Sacred Peaks:
  ① Chenrezig (Xiannairi, 6,032m)
  ② Jampelyang (Yangmaiyong, 5,958m)
  ③ Chana Dorje (Xianuoduoj, 5,958m)

Advanced Trek (High-Altitude Challenge)

• Luorong → Milk Lake (4,600m) → Five-Color Lake (4,700m)
  • Distance: 10 km round trip (5-7 hours)
  • Terrain: Rocky trails, steep ascents
  • Optional: Horseback riding (¥300-500/person, subject to availability)

Return Journey

• Descend to Luorong Pasture by 15:00 PM.
• Take electric cart/sightseeing bus back to park entrance by 17:30 PM.

7:00-7:30 AM
Breakfast at hotel (Tibetan butter tea + tsampa recommended).

7:30-11:00 AM
Drive back to Litang via Zhangmeng Highway (Provincial Road S217).

• En route: Revisit grasslands and snow-capped peaks.

11:30 AM-1:00 PM

• Option 1: Lunch in Litang (try yak meat momos).
• Option 2: If missed on Day 2, explore Litong Ancient Town post-lunch:
  • Revisit Changqingchunke’er Temple
  • Browse Tibetan handicraft stalls

1:00-7:00 PM
Scenic drive from Litang to Xinduqiao via Garzê Prefecture:

• Key stops:
  ① Kala Mountain Pass (4,718m) - panoramic plateau vistas
  ② Xinduqiao - "Photographer’s Paradise" for golden-hour landscapes

7:30 PM
Check into hotel in Xinduqiao Town. Evening free for independent dining exploration.

7:30-8:00 AM
Self-serve breakfast. Meet driver at designated time.

8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Scenic drive via Provincial Highway 434:

• Honghaizi Lake (4,200m): Alpine glacial lake reflecting Yala Mountain.
• Kangding Airport Rainbow Road: Instagram-famous bend with painted road stripes and plateau backdrop.

12:00-1:00 PM
Optional lunch in Kangding City (try Tibetan hotpot with yak bone broth).

1:00-8:00 PM
Return journey from Kangding to Chengdu (320km, 7hrs):

• Pass through Erlangshan Tunnel (13.4km, longest highway tunnel in West China).
• Final stretch on Ya’an-Chengdu Expressway.

8:00 PM
Arrive in Chengdu. End of 6-day/5-night Yading Adventure.

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