5-Day Daocheng Yading Odyssey: Conquer Snow Peaks, Traverse Alpine Lakes & Witness Golden Sunrises Across Western Sichuan's Wilderness

Tour Route: Chengdu Departure - Mountain Passes & Cultural Heartlands - Yading Nature Reserve Expedition - Ancient Trails & Highland Towns - Geological Wonders & Alpine Return

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From December to March marks Tibet's winter, an off-peak season. Despite this, Mt. Everest enjoys clear weather during these months, providing excellent visibility. It's the perfect time to witness the stunning sunset and sunrise at Mt. Everest, with lower prices making it an affordable option.

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This price is based on 3-star accommodation level in low season;
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Overview & Highlights of this Trip

1. Heritage Loop Trail (4.5km | 3-5 hours)
Start at Zhaguanbeng and explore Tibetan Buddhist wonders:
✓ Living Buddha Stupa – Sacred reliquary of enlightened masters
✓ Chonggu Monastery – 800-year-old spiritual sanctuary
✓ Zhuoma Latsho Lake – Mirror-like alpine waters reflecting snow peaks
✓ Chonggu Meadow – Flower-carpeted valley with grazing yaks
Family-friendly gravel paths, rest stations every 1km, souvenir shops & oxygen bars available
2. Wisdom Trail (12km hike + 6.8km shuttle | 5-6 hours)
Follow ancient pilgrimage routes blending nature and philosophy:
◈ Chanting Waterfall – "Miaoyin Fairy" cascades echoing mantras
◈ Sacred Gate Springs – Drink from wisdom-bestowing mineral streams
◈ Luorong Pastures – Interact with nomadic yak herders
◈ Gongga Tso Lake – Azure waters framed by prayer flags
Shuttle buses connect key viewpoints; hiking poles & box lunches provided
3. Warrior's Challenge (5km round trip | 5-6 hours)
Conquer the ultimate high-altitude trial:
✦ Milk Sea (4,700m) – Glacial turquoise pool veiled in mist
✦ Five-Color Lake – Mineral-rich waters shifting hues hourly
✦ 500m Vertical Climb – Rocky switchbacks with safety chains
Mandatory health check & oxygen kits included; guides carry AED devices

Highlight 1 of this Trip: Snow-Capped Peaks, Endless Grasslands, Alpine Lakes
Highlight 2 of this Trip: Golden Sun-Kissed Mountains — Breathe the Untamed Winds of the Plateau.

Itinerary Details

Trip at a Glance

Day 1: Chengdu Departure

Day 2:Mountain Passes & Cultural Heartlands

Day 3:Yading Nature Reserve Expedition

Day 4:Ancient Trails & Highland Towns

Day 5:Geological Wonders & Alpine Return

Day 1: Travel Itinerary: Chengdu - Route 434 Rainbow Highway - Honghaizi - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao/Yajiang

Welcome to Chengdu!

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Xinduqiao

06:30–07:30

Breakfast not included. Assemble at the time arranged by the driver/guide.

08:30–10:00

Visit Tianquan Service Area (photo stop).

10:30–12:30

Arrive in Kangding for lunch (local cuisine recommended).

13:00–14:00

Scenic drive along Route 434 Rainbow Highway, with a stop at Honghaizi Lake. Continue to Xinduqiao.

15:00–17:00

Head to Yuzixi Highlands.

17:00–18:00

Explore Yuzixi 360° Viewing Platform. Enjoy panoramic vistas of Mount Gongga and Mount Yarla, and witness the spectacular Yuzixi sunset.

18:30–19:30

Return to Xinduqiao.

After 19:30

Check in to the hotel. Dinner at leisure (local restaurants nearby).

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Day 2: Travel Itinerary: Xinduqiao/Yajiang → 18-Bend Sky Road → Litang → Daocheng/Shangri-La Town

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Shangri-La Town

06:30–07:30

Driver coordinates departure time with the group.

07:30–12:00

Scenic drive along G318 Highway to Litang County.
Stop at 18-Bend Sky Road viewpoint: "Navigate life's winding paths here, and embrace smooth journeys ahead."

12:00–13:00

Lunch in Litang County (self-paid).

13:00–15:00

Explore Letong Ancient Town (Litang's Tibetan Cultural Hub):
✓ Thousand-House Tibetan Village
✓ Changqingchunke Monastery (400-year-old spiritual center)
✓ 5 Specialty Museums (Tibetan medicine/Thangka art/horse culture)
Entry combo ticket: 135 CNY/person (self-paid)

15:00–18:00

Drive through geological wonders:
◈ Rabbit Ear Mountain (4,696m limestone pinnacles)
◈ Haizi Mountain (glacial boulder fields with 1,145 lakes)
Visit Daocheng White Stupa (sacred geometric marvel).

18:00–19:00

Proceed to Shangri-La Town for dinner (self-paid).

19:00

Hotel check-in.

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Day 3: Travel Itinerary: Daocheng/Shangri-La Town → Yading Nature Reserve Day Trip → Daocheng/Shangri-La Town

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Shangri-La Town or Daocheng County

07:00–07:30

Early breakfast and departure to Yading Nature Reserve Visitor Center.

08:00–16:00

Yading Nature Reserve Exploration (UNESCO World Heritage Site):
✓ Long Route (Challenging):
◈ Milk Lake (4,600m)
◈ Five-Color Lake (4,700m)
◈ 8-10km mountain trek (5-6 hours)
✓ Short Route (Leisurely):
◈ Chonggu Monastery (3,880m)
◈ Pearl Lake (4,100m)
◈ 3-5km valley walk (2-3 hours)
Note: Oxygen tanks available for rent at visitor center

16:30

Group assembly at the main entrance of the reserve.

16:30–19:00

Return to Daocheng County for hotel check-in.

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Day 4: Travel Itinerary: Daocheng/Shangri-La Town → Litang/Letong Ancient Town → Xinduqiao Town

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at your own expense
Accommodation: Xinduqiao Town

07:30–08:00

Breakfast and departure (retrace the route).

08:00–12:00

Pass through Haizi Mountain (glacial boulder fields) and Rabbit Ear Mountain (4,696m limestone peaks) en route to Litang.
Explore Letong Ancient Town:
✓ Visit Thousand-House Tibetan Village
✓ Discover Litang's Cultural Museums (optional self-guided tour)

12:00–15:00

Free time for lunch and independent exploration in Litang.

15:00–19:00

Return to Xinduqiao Town via Yajiang (Tea-Horse Trail historic town).

19:30–20:00

Hotel check-in in Xinduqiao.

After 20:00

Dinner at leisure (local Tibetan or Sichuan cuisine recommended).

Key Notes:

Altitude Alert: Litang (4,014m) → Xinduqiao (3,300m)
Cultural Highlight: Letong Ancient Town’s museums showcase Tibetan thangka art and horse caravan history.
Optional Activity: Evening photography session at Xinduqiao’s "Photographer’s Paradise" viewpoints.
Driving Distance: 350km (approx. 6 hours with scenic stops).

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Day 5: Travel Itinerary: Xinduqiao Town → Moshi Park → Tagong Grassland → Chengdu

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

07:30–08:00

Breakfast in Xinduqiao.

08:00–10:00

Optional cultural immersion at Garze Monastery:
✓ Hand-paint Mani Stones (Tibetan prayer rocks)
✓ Practice Six-Syllable Mantra rubbing
✓ Spin giant prayer wheels
✓ Participate in Tibetan blessing ceremonies

10:30–11:00

Drive through Tagong Grassland (nomadic grazing lands)
Distant views of Mount Yarla (5,820m sacred peak)
Photo stop near Tagong Monastery (1,300-year-old heritage site)

11:30–12:00

Self-paid lunch in Tagong.

12:00–14:00

Explore Moshi Park (4,350m):
✓ Walk through "Alien Planet" rock formations (Jurassic-era shale pillars)
✓ Visit Astronaut Valley (simulated Mars terrain)

14:00–19:00

Return to Chengdu via:
◈ Zheduo Mountain Pass (4,298m "First Gateway to Tibet")
◈ Chengdu-Ya'an Expressway
Trip concludes upon arrival in Chengdu.

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Tour Cost & Schedule in 2025

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Price Inclusions:

Tibet Travel Permit and all required local travel documents for this tour (excluding expedited processing fees);

Local tour transfers, 5-29 seats comfortable tourist vehicle according to the group size;

All entrance ticket fees for all tourist sites listed in the itinerary;

All meals listed in the itinerary;

Knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan local tour guide shared in your group (For prices of tour guides in other languages, please inquire);

All hotels listed in the itinerary or equivalent three-star hotels. Upgrades are available for an additional fee. (Single room supplement required when not sharing the room);

Free shuttle between Lhasa Railway Station/Lhasa Gonggar Airport and the downtown hotel;

Service Charge & Government Taxes;

Arrangements including planning, handling, operational, and communication charges;

Tourist accident/casualty insurance;

Additional services include fine Tibetan souvenirs, a tourist map, portable oxygen, medical oxygen in the vehicle, bottled mineral water, and more.

Price Exclusion:

China Visa (If you need visa assistance services, especially for Chinese Group Visa from Nepal to Tibet, feel free to contact us for more details.);

International flight to and out of China;

Domestic flight/train to and out of Lhasa (If you need us to book the domestic flight/train tickets, please contact us for the details.);

Single Room Supplement: Hotels default to double occupancy with twin-bedded rooms. If you prefer a single room or room sharing isn't possible, a single room supplement is necessary. Please consult the travel consultant for specific pricing details.

Meals not listed in the itinerary;

Porters and Yaks for carrying luggage during Mount Kailash trek;

Tips for the guide and driver. If you are satisfied with their service, it is suggested to tip $7(50 RMB) per day per person to be shared between the driver and the guide;

Other expenses caused by force majeure events (such as natural disasters, traffic control, loss of valuables, visa delays, flight delays or cancellations, etc.);

Personal expenses, like laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks (please do your best to avoid alcoholic beverages during your Tibet trip), optional tour activities, etc.

Mount Kailash Trip Notes

About registration and travel

Health Restrictions: Individuals with infectious/cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, respiratory illnesses, mental disorders, severe anemia, post-major-surgery recovery, mobility limitations, pregnancy, or other contraindicated conditions are ineligible. Agents booking for others must verify health status. Concealment of health risks voids our liability.

Registration Protocol:

Submit completed registration form

Secure booking with non-refundable deposit (20% of total)

Confirmation issued only after deposit verification by customer service

Required Documentation:

Full names

ID/passport numbers

Contact details

Used for:
✓ Travel accident insurance purchase
✓ E-contract execution (sign via SMS link/QR code within 24hrs)

Legal Binding: This itinerary constitutes a contractual appendix with equivalent legal validity.

Common issues during the itinerary

Zero Shopping Policy: This itinerary includes no shopping stops, and guides/drivers will not recommend any. During free time, avoid bargaining or prolonged product inspection unless genuinely interested. Purchases are at your discretion—verify product authenticity and retain receipts. Canceling agreed transactions may cause disputes; you assume full responsibility for such conflicts.

Early Departure (Day 1): Departure between 06:30-07:30. If your hotel offers breakfast, request a grab-and-go pack (e.g., milk, bread) the night before.

Remote Area Preparedness:

Carry non-perishable snacks (energy bars, nuts) due to potential road delays.

Expect extended drives (5-8 hours) on rugged terrain.

Health Precautions:

Avoid spicy foods, alcohol, and smoking pre/during travel.

Prevent colds with adequate rest and layered clothing.

Altitude Protocol:

Free oxygen canister per traveler (1L).

Consider altitude medication (e.g., Diamox) 48hrs pre-trip.

Report dizziness/headaches immediately to guides.

Accommodation Notice:

Rural lodging may lack urban amenities (elevators/AC).

Twin-bed rooms default; double-bed requests are not guaranteed.

Alternate hotels assigned if booked out.

Cultural & Safety Conduct:

Respect local customs (no temple photography without permission).

Avoid nighttime solo outings; use group chat for emergencies.

Restroom Fees: Carry 1-5 CNY coins for pay-per-use facilities.

Breakdown Protocol:

Vehicle issues will be resolved within 4hrs (backup transport arranged).

Alternate accommodations may be provided if delays exceed 6hrs.

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