One-Day Tour to Dujiangyan: Detailed Guide Here!

❤️ This is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National 5A-level scenic spot but also a living "Water Conservancy Museum." Whether marveling at the wisdom of the ancients or immersing yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Mount Qingcheng-Dujiangyan, Dujiangyan offers a millennia-spanning dialogue of civilization.

**Effort-Saving Itinerary for Mount Qingcheng (Front Mountain):**
Take the cable car up and hike down.
Recommended ticket: Front Mountain entrance + round-trip shuttle + one-way uphill cable car (¥80 + ¥35 + ¥35).

⛰️ **Must-Visit Spots on Mount Qingcheng (Front Mountain):**
Lush forests, ancient Taoist temples, encircling peaks, and serene winding paths blend nature and culture, making it a natural oxygen bar. Walking hand-in-hand with your partner through the woods, breathing in the fresh scent of greenery, is pure bliss.

1. **Dujiangyan Scenic Area (Ticket 🎫¥80 + Shuttle ¥10)**
📍 **Route:** Qin Yan Lou → Er Wang Temple → Anlan Suspension Bridge → Fish Mouth → Feisha Weir → Fulong Temple (upstairs) → Lidui (pass through Fulong Temple, upstairs to view Baopingkou from across the river) → Yandao Path → Exit via Lidui Ancient Garden.
❗ **Most Effort-Saving Route:** Enter from Qin Yan Lou and exit via Lidui Ancient Garden, taking about 1.5 hours. My partner and I followed this route and easily covered all the main attractions.

2. **Jiezi Ancient Town, Chongzhou, Dujiangyan**
📝 **Transport:** Take the high-speed train from Xipu to Qingchengshan Station (¥10, 30 min) → Bus 102 to the ancient town (¥2, 40 min).
📝 **Experience:** Stroll through the ancient town with your partner, where ancient pagodas, centuries-old ginkgo trees, historic water channels, and opera stages create a tranquil, harmonious atmosphere. The slow pace of life here is perfect for relaxing under an old tree. ✔

**Food Recommendations:**
🍗 **Xiangnong Guoji Banquet · Qingcheng Ledao:** A local favorite in Qingchengshan, perfect for family gatherings. My partner and I tried the ginkgo chicken soup—absolutely delicious!
🌶️ **Yaogezi Spicy Hot Pot (Qingchengshan Branch):** A hidden gem for longtime Dujiangyan residents. The nostalgic ambiance and authentic Chengdu flavors won us over with their spicy, aromatic broth. My partner couldn’t stop praising it.
🔥 **Drunk Jianghu Fresh Grill & Jianghu Cuisine:** We ordered freshly grilled pork belly, ribs, and seasonal wild vegetables with a secret sauce. Chatting over this feast with my partner was pure joy.
🏡 **Hidden Valley:** Drawn by the viral suspension bridge, we visited and were pleasantly surprised by the cured rib hotpot—so comforting we each had a bowl.
🍖 **Madunqiao Barbecue (Jiezi Branch):** The signature sauce-infused ribs, recommended by a local auntie, were heavenly. My partner adored the cilantro beef—spicy yet refreshingly flavorful. A must-try!