Daocheng Yading - Enjoy the most beautiful nature.
by ValtteriKuosisto
Oct 1, 2024
The weather in Western Sichuan these days has been fantastic! It looks exactly like the pictures online.
The camera simply can't capture the beauty of Mount Siguniang under the sunlight. Highly recommend visiting Sichuan in summer to experience it firsthand!
Here are some detailed tips:
👉If you're only visiting Mount Siguniang, you don't need to join a tour group
1. Transportation🚙: Depart from Chengdu's [Chadianzi Bus Station], with many buses to Mount Siguniang. Book tickets in advance via "Tianfu Travel" for flexible timing (latest departure at 3:30pm)
2. Accommodation🏨: Two options - near [Shuangqiao Valley Scenic Area entrance] or in [Siguniangshan Town]. Personally recommend the latter for better facilities
3. Scenic route: Take the shuttle bus to the highest point [Redwood Forest], then visit attractions from high to low: [Budala Peak] - [Siguniao Lake] - [Nianyuba] - [Longzhu Lake] - [Ginseng Fruit Meadow]
4. Time management: Finish before 6pm to catch the return shuttle. The rafting at Nianyuba is highly recommended! Start early to avoid rushing through later spots
👉If planning to visit other Western Sichuan attractions:
1. 🚘Self-drive: Only for experienced drivers with pre-planned navigation (poor road conditions, not for beginners❌). Attractions are far apart (4-5 hours minimum between sites)
Charter/group tours: Good for immersive experiences with all logistics handled. Compare options carefully for best experiences
3. Recommended attractions:
Daocheng Yading: Classic must-see "heaven on earth" (see p8-9)
Lengga Lake: Golden viewpoint facing Gongga Mountain (p10-11)
Gunong Village: Stunning camping spot with mountain-stream views!
2. Recommended routes:
3️⃣Day version: [Mount Siguniang + Gunong Village + Yuzixi]
4️⃣Day version: [Mount Siguniang + Jiuzhaigou + Huanglong]
5️⃣Day version: [Mount Siguniang + Daocheng Yading + Yuzixi]
6️⃣Day version: [Mount Siguniang + Jiuzhaigou + Yala Snow Mountain + Yuzixi]
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