From Chengdu to Fairyland Adventure: Jiuzhaigou & Huanglong in 3 Days

Morning: Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your Chengdu hotel early in the morning. Enjoy a picturesque drive through the mountains, passing Tibetan villages and lush valleys. Stop for a short break in Songpan, an ancient town with traditional Tibetan architecture.

Midday: Arrive at Huanglong National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its golden limestone terraces and turquoise pools. Hike along wooden walkways to marvel at the breathtaking Five-Color Ponds and Golden Sand Beach, or take a cable car (Optional) for an easier ascent. After exploring, enjoy a local Sichuan-style lunch in a nearby town.

Evening: Continue to Jiuzhaigou Valley, arriving in the early evening. Check into your comfortable hotel near the park entrance. Enjoy a relaxing evening at your own pace—try Tibetan hotpot or watch a traditional Tibetan cultural show (Optional) before unwinding for the night.

Morning: Wake up early and step into the fairy-tale landscape of Jiuzhaigou. Your guide will take you on an immersive journey through its three scenic valleys. Start at Shuzheng Valley, where Shuzheng Lakes, Rhinoceros Lake, and Nuorilang Waterfall create stunning reflections of the surrounding mountains.

Midday: After a scenic lunch inside the park, continue into Rize Valley, home to the Five Flower Lake, with its surreal blue, green, and yellow hues, and Panda Lake, a peaceful spot surrounded by ancient forests. Take in the spectacular views of Pearl Shoal Waterfall, where cascading waters shimmer in the sunlight.

Afternoon (Optional): For those wanting to explore further, take a hidden hiking trail into less-traveled corners of the park. Alternatively, relax at a local tea house and sip on yak-butter tea while enjoying the view.

Evening: Return to your hotel for a free evening. Join an optional stargazing tour, where Jiuzhaigou’s high-altitude location offers crystal-clear views of the Milky Way.

Morning: Start your day with a leisurely walk in Zechawa Valley, home to Long Lake, the deepest lake in Jiuzhaigou. If you didn’t visit Five Color Pond the previous day, this is the perfect time to witness its dazzling hues in the morning light. Enjoy your last peaceful moments in this breathtaking landscape before heading out of the park.

Midday: At 14:00, leave Jiuzhaigou and begin the journey back to Chengdu. Along the way, enjoy scenic mountain views and stop at a local village for a final taste of local delicacies.

Evening: Arrive back in Chengdu in the late evening, where your guide will drop you off at your hotel. Consider wrapping up your adventure with an optional Sichuan hotpot late night second dinner, celebrating your journey through some of China’s most spectacular landscapes.