Hiking in Zhalong Valley｜A Late Autumn Nature Class for Families You Can Enjoy by Bus!

Autumn in Huzhu Beishan is a brief yet brilliant golden dream.

This October, we take the kids on a bus journey,

Stepping into Zhalong Valley, measuring the colors of autumn with our footsteps!

🚎 【How to Get There? Public Transportation Details】

Xining → Huzhu County: Direct buses with frequent departures;

Huzhu County → Zhalong Valley: There is a dedicated "Huzhu—Beishan" bus line,

📍 The boarding point in the county town is at the new bus station, ending at Zhalong Valley Resort.

💰 Ticket price is 27 yuan, children under 1.2 meters ride free (no seat reserved).

The bus passes Shierpanpo and Langshidang, you can hail and get off anytime～

⏰ Two round trips daily:

Departing Huzhu: 8:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM

Returning from Zhalong Valley: 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM

(It's recommended to confirm by phone before traveling, times may slightly change)

🚶 【Hiking Tips with Kids】

From the bus terminal "Resort" to the scenic area entrance is 6 kilometers,

We chose to take a local villager’s car up (10 yuan/person),

Then hike down, accompanied by streams, yellow leaves, and snow-capped mountains,

Kids pick up leaves and throw stones along the way, not feeling tired at all～

🎒 Travel Guide:

Zhalong Valley entrance ticket is 50 yuan, sightseeing bus 20 yuan (round-trip recommended);

The wooden plank paths inside the park are gentle, perfect for kids to walk and play;

Take it slow with photos and breaks, about 3 hours total, remember to bring hot water and snacks!

💡 Family Tips:

Mountain weather changes quickly, dress kids in windproof jackets and hats;

Temperature drops fast after 3 PM, it’s best to descend early to catch the bus;

If you want to explore Langshidang more, you can stay at a guesthouse, but conditions are simple.

🌾 This bus family trip not only shows the autumn colors of Zhanian Road,

But also lets kids experience the joy of mountain hiking,

Though a bit tiring, these autumn memories are priceless!