4 Days and 3 Nights Unique Itinerary in Dujiangyan! Stunning Blue Hour Moments

Dujiangyan! This ancient city with over 2,000 years of history is absolutely amazing💯 The 4-day, 3-night trip made me fall in love with it completely. Ancient water conservancy engineering + national treasure pandas + Taoist holy sites, the experience was super fulfilling～Let me unlock the most complete ways to enjoy Dujiangyan for you👇

🌊【Day 1: Historical Charm】
☀️Morning: Dujiangyan Scenic Area
📍Address: Gongyuan Road, Dujiangyan City
⏰8:00-18:00｜💰90 RMB
World Heritage Site! The ancient wisdom is incredible, be sure to see the Fish Mouth Diversion Project! It’s best to come in the morning when there are fewer people for better photos📸

🥢Noon: Zhang Laozao (Century-old Shop)
📍85 Xingfu Road, Dujiangyan City
⏰10:00-20:00
Must order brown sugar glutinous rice cake + fermented glutinous rice dumplings! Perfectly sweet and sticky～Even locals queue up to eat here!

⛰️Afternoon: Qingcheng Front Mountain
📍Qingchengshan Road, Dujiangyan City
⏰8:00-17:30｜💰80 RMB
Birthplace of Taoism~ Hiking and breathing fresh air is super healing, the Taoist temples on the mountain are full of charm, wearing Hanfu for photos is amazing!

🌉Evening: Nanqiao Night View
Come at 8 PM for the blue hour! The lights + flowing water are so romantic💙 Bring a fill light for photos on the bridge~

🐼【Day 2: Cute Animal Culture】
☀️Morning: Panda Valley
📍Panda Valley Avenue, Dujiangyan City
⏰9:00-17:00｜💰58 RMB
Less crowded than the Chengdu base! You can see pandas eating and play-fighting, super adorable～ Recommended to arrive at 9 AM for feeding time!

🥢Noon: Chen Mapo Tofu
📍Jianshe Road, Dujiangyan City
⏰11:00-21:00
Spicy, fresh, and fragrant! The tofu is so tender it melts in your mouth, remember to order the signature dish + garlic pork slices～

🏯Afternoon: Guanxian Ancient City
Free! The ancient street is great for photos📸 Recommend buying Zhang Fei beef and Qingchengshan old cured meat as souvenirs～

☕Evening: Blue Hour Café
📍Xingfu Road, Dujiangyan City
⏰14:00-22:00
Vintage industrial style perfect for photos! Order a cup of honey grapefruit tea to relieve the spiciness～

🌲【Day 3: Nature Adventure】
☀️Morning: Longchi Forest Park
📍1 hour drive from downtown
⏰8:00-18:00｜💰20 RMB
Pristine forest! Only 25℃ in summer, super cool, remember to bring mosquito repellent for hiking～

🥢Noon: Mountain-top Farmhouse
Freshly picked bamboo shoots + free-range chicken! I could drink three bowls of chicken soup🥣

🚣Afternoon: Hongkou Rafting
⏰10:00-16:00｜💰198 RMB
A must-do in summer! The whole trip lasts 1 hour and is super thrilling, remember to bring a waterproof phone pouch～

🛀Evening: Yin Xiu Shangting Hot Springs
Japanese-style private bath! You’ll feel completely relaxed after soaking～ Highly recommend the rose pool🌹

📚【Day 4: Culture and Leisure】
☀️Morning: Dujiangyan Museum
Free! After visiting, you’ll better understand the greatness of the water conservancy project～

🥢Noon: Old Street Hot Pot
The beef tallow broth is intoxicating! The tripe is perfectly crispy and tender～

🛍️Afternoon: Shopping Spree
Recommended: tea leaves + Sichuan lovage + kiwi fruit! Cheap and authentic～

✨Travel Tips:
1. It’s recommended to hire a guide for the water conservancy project (80 RMB)
2. Wear non-slip shoes on Qingcheng Mountain! Some steps are steep
3. Book rafting in advance for July-August
4. Nanqiao night view is most beautiful between 8-9 PM

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