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Western Sichuan Beauty: Mount Siguniang | Two-and-a-half-day Trip to Shuangqiaogou and Changpinggou

D1

Day 1 Chengdu → Rilong Town → Shuangqiaogou

All day

Meet at Exit E of the Cultural Palace on Metro Line 4/7 between 6:40-6:50 AM and depart promptly at 7:00 AM. Along the way, the tour leader will interact with everyone, allowing them to experience the atmosphere of the China-TravelNote family, share their travel experiences, and leave Chengdu with laughter and joy.

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, we'll continue along the highway, passing through Dujiangyan and Yingxiu, before turning onto the troubled Yingwo Highway. This crucial road, known as the "Museum of Geological Disasters," has finally opened to traffic after 11 years of renovation. Along the way, we'll pass the renowned Wolong Giant Panda Base, admiring the captivating scenery of western Sichuan and experiencing the tranquility and remoteness of the panda habitat. We'll reach Maobiliang, a panoramic viewpoint of the Siguniang Mountains. The four snow-capped peaks tower majestically before us, seemingly narrating the vicissitudes of time.

Arrive at Siguniang Mountain Town for lunch around 11:30. This is the gateway to Siguniang Mountain and also the base camp of Siguniang Mountain.

11:30-12:30 Head to the scenic area after lunch

12:30-17:30 The tour leader leads everyone to visit Shuangqiaogou. Four hours later, everyone returns to the hotel and takes a short walk after dinner.

Note: Due to special circumstances, the National Day batch will visit Changpinggou on D1 and Shuangqiaogou on D2

Note: The departure time of peak season batches will be adjusted according to traffic congestion

Note: Please tick the Shuangqiaogou ticket and scenic area tour registration form. If you have discounted tickets, please contact customer service.

Driving distance: 200 km (4 hours)

Note: The temperature in Siguniang Mountain Town fluctuates greatly, so please keep warm! Clothing reference: (Chengdu 30°C, Siguniang Mountain 12°C)

D2

Day 2 Siguniang Mountain → Changping Valley (Haizi Valley, optional) → Chengdu

All day

After breakfast at 7:30 AM, we'll gather by scenic shuttle to the Lama Temple. We'll then explore Changping Valley, where we'll experience the feeling of walking through primeval forests, crossing streams, and gazing at snow-capped mountains. The valley boasts lush vegetation, with vast expanses of primeval forest intertwined with ancient cypresses and pines, creating a pristine and rustic atmosphere. Surrounded by mountains, vast alpine meadows offer a sense of detachment from the world.

The return journey started around 14:30. Everyone in the car added each other on WeChat and sent photos to each other.

We arrived in Chengdu around 19:00 and disbanded, ending our enjoyable journey. Every enjoyable journey must come to an end. We smiled, waved, and said goodbye to this journey, hoping to meet again many times in the future.

Note: Changpinggou requires a 5-kilometer hike, all along the plank road. You can also choose to experience the famous Tangbai Ancient Road on horseback.

Note: Tourists can also choose to visit Haizigou (more outdoor) at their own expense

Note: Today you can choose to visit Changpinggou or Haizigou according to your own needs. Just gather at the designated time!

Driving distance: 200 km (4 hours)

What should you pay attention to when traveling in the plateau?

1. When you first arrive at the plateau, do not overeat to avoid increasing the burden on your digestive organs. Do not drink alcohol or smoke, and do not do strenuous exercise so that you can adapt well to this environment.

2. Eat more vegetables, fruits and other substances rich in vitamins, and drink more water.

3. Prevent colds caused by catching a cold. The temperature difference on the plateau is particularly large, and it is easy to catch a cold. It is better to be warm than cold, and wear more clothes.

4. If altitude sickness occurs, don't panic. Treatment should be tailored to the severity of the reaction. If the reaction is mild, rest, drink plenty of water, and exercise less. The reaction will generally disappear or weaken after a period of time.

5. Commonly used drugs for preventing altitude sickness: Rhodiola rosea, muscle liver tablets, glucose, etc. Start taking them two days before entering the mountains and continue taking them during the journey to effectively prevent altitude sickness.

6. Prevent dryness, especially use lipstick and sunscreen for sun protection, which can effectively prevent water loss and increase the body's resistance.

7. Safety factors should be fully considered during outdoor sports. Do not ignore safety just because the scenery is too beautiful. Do not go out alone at night in your accommodation.

8. As most of the route is located on the plateau, the driving time is long. There is a possibility of delays in arrival due to objective factors such as traffic jams and road maintenance.

The Siguniang Mountain Scenic Area is located in Siguniangshan Town, Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. It belongs to the Qionglai Mountain Range on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and comprises four continuous peaks: Yaoguniang Mountain (Yaomei Peak), Sanguniang Mountain, Erguniang Mountain, and Dagoniu Mountain. Yaoguniang Mountain, at 6,250 meters, is the second highest peak in Sichuan Province. These four peaks are permanently capped with snow. Because Yaoguniang Mountain is so slender, it is often called the "Queen of Shu Mountains" and the "Eastern Alps." Changping Valley, an ancient battlefield site, is one of the three valleys and one mountain of Siguniang Mountain. Changping Valley, a 29-kilometer-long, gently sloping gorge covering approximately 100 square kilometers, is home to Siguniang Mountain, located 16 kilometers into the valley. Only a limited section of the road within the valley is accessible by car; the rest is largely accessible on foot or by horseback. Changping Valley leads directly to the foot of Siguniang Mountain, or you can bypass Siguniang Mountain and cross to Li County via Bipeng Valley.

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