Day 1: All over the country → → Chengdu ★ Gathering day
All day
The first day is a full-day gathering day. Tourists will proceed to the meeting hotel according to their arrival time and check in at the front desk with "China - Travel Note + Name." Chengdu is a popular tourist destination in China, so tourists are encouraged to arrive early to stroll around, rest, and experience the slow pace of Chengdu's life while enjoying the various snacks and attractions.
Recommended places to visit: Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Temple, Kuanzhai Alley, and Chunxi Road, one of the top ten commercial streets in China.
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Day 2 Chengdu → Zimei Pass → Shangmuju Village
All day
After breakfast, we will depart from Chengdu and drive over the 4,296-meter-high Zheduo Mountain to Xinduqiao. In the afternoon, we will head to Shangmuju Village or Yulong West Village on the west slope of Gongga Mountain. We will check into a standard room at the Tibetan Inn and then take a private car to Zimei Pass to enjoy the sunset over Gongga Mountain.
Day 3: Shangmuju Village → Yulong West Village → San'en Co → Lengga Co → Yulong West Village or Shangmuju Village
All day
Hiking Information
The hiking distance is about 15KM, with a total ascent of 600M and a descent of 600M.
We will set off at the right time this morning and take a bus to Yulong West Village to store our luggage and check in. We will then hike to Bangmujid and hike up the mountain to [San'en Co] at an altitude of about 4500M to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. In the afternoon, we will cross the mountainside and hike to [Lengka Co] at an altitude of 4550M to enjoy the lakeside scenery of Lengka Co and wait for the sunset and reflection of the Gongga Snow Mountain Group. We will descend the mountain in the evening and return to Yulong West Village Inn under the leadership of the team leader.
During holidays such as May Day and National Day, guests will be arranged to stay in Shangmuju Village or Yulong West Village according to actual conditions. They are not far from each other. If you change your stay to Shangmuju Village, you will be arranged for a vehicle to pick you up.
Day 4 Yulong West Village → Zuoruo Lake → Yulong West Pass → → Shangmuju Village
All day
Hiking Information
10 km, cumulative ascent 650 meters, descent 650 meters
After breakfast, we'll hike to Zuoruo Lake, located at 4,450 meters above sea level. This is the closest lake to Gongga Mountain, perfect for taking photos of its reflections. However, the lake is small and only flooded from July to November, making it a seasonal destination. After a quick snack, we'll head to Yulong West Pass, located at 4,550 meters above sea level. Located on the eastern ridgeline of Yulong West Village, it's just 15 kilometers away from Gongga Peak, separated by the Moxi Valley. Enjoy the opportunity to witness magnificent snow-capped mountains and a sea of clouds.
5th Tianshangmuju → Lisuohai
All day
Hiking Information
10 km hike, 900 meters of ascent and 100 meters of descent (motorcycle available at own expense)
You can sleep a little longer this morning to recover your physical strength. In the morning, you will go to [Lisuohai] at an appropriate time. The vehicle will take us to the starting point of the hike. We will hike up the mountain for about 9-10 kilometers, which takes 5-6 hours. In the afternoon, we will camp by the Lisuohai Lake, facing the snow-capped mountains, waiting for the sunset. At night, you can also take beautiful photos of the starry sky.
Day 6: Lisuohai → Shangmuju Village → Xinduqiao → Chengdu
All day
Hiking Information
10 km hike, 100 m ascent and 900 m descent
We got up early and took some free time to shoot. The sunrise over Lisuohai was a little off, but we still had the opportunity to take some good photos. We left at the right time and returned to Shangmuju Village. We then took a bus back to Chengdu.
Day 7 Chengdu All Day Disbandment Day
All day
It's the day for everyone to disband. See you next time in the mountains.
