Jiuzhaigou Independent Travel Guide｜Escape the Crowds and Have the Whole Wonderland to Yourself!

Smart move, sisters! 🤗 For a magical place like Jiuzhaigou, traveling independently is the only way to truly enjoy it! Group tours will just make you question life in the sea of people 👋 Here’s a super detailed 2-person guide for you👇

💯 Core Principles:
📍 Flexible and Free｜📍 In-depth Experience｜📍 Enjoy Sweet Couple Time

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🎒【Before You Go】
1️⃣ Tickets & Shuttle Bus:
✔️ Be sure to buy in advance on the "Aba Tourism" WeChat official account! Real-name registration required～
Peak season (4.1-11.15): Ticket 169 + Shuttle bus 90
Off-season: Ticket 80 + Shuttle bus 80
⚠️ Shuttle bus is a must-buy! It’s the main transportation inside the park

2️⃣ Transportation Options:
✈️ Best option: Direct flight to Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (downside: expensive and prone to delays)
🚌 Cost-effective choice: Direct bus from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station to the park (8-10h)
🚗 Self-drive/Charter: For experienced drivers! (7-9h from Chengdu)

3️⃣ Accommodation Recommendations:
🏡 Strongly suggest staying at the park entrance!
Walking to the scenic area is super convenient👌
Recommended hotels:
- Budget: Orange Hotel (150m to the park) / Xingyu International (400m)
- High-end: Luneng Hilton (6km, taxi needed)

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🌈【Top Travel Tips】
✨ Best visiting time: 2 days 1 night
Start at 7:00, sisters! Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and you can shoot exclusive photos 📸

🗺️ Route Recommendations:
Day1️⃣: Right Branch Highlights
Primeval Forest → Arrow Bamboo Sea → Panda Sea → Five Flower Lake 👉🏻 Must visit! 👈🏻 → Pearl Shoal Waterfall → Nuorilang Waterfall → Shuzheng Lakes Cluster

Day2️⃣: Left Branch + Missed Spots
Long Lake → Five Color Pond → Retake Mirror Lake reflections

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💑【Couple Exclusive Tips】
1. Definitely hold hands while walking on the plank road! Both sides are Tiffany blue lakes 💙 So romantic it’ll make you cry
2. Take a couple photo on the bench at Five Flower Lake 🤳 The sweetest couple photo on the internet is born here!
3. Bring enough snacks! Picnic by the quiet lakeside is super chill 🧺
4. Pick the right season: Mid to late October for the red leaves season 🍁 Absolutely stunning!

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🚨 Important Notes:
▫️ Altitude sickness: Don’t jump around! Prepare Rhodiola
▫️ Big temperature difference: Wear down jackets in the morning and evening, short sleeves at noon
▫️ Non-slip shoes are a must: The plank roads are slippery!
▫️ Environmental protection: Don’t litter!

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Nearby Activities:
▪️ Huanglong Scenic Area: The calcified pools are super dreamy (2h drive)
▪️ Shenxian Pool: Less crowded and off the beaten path
▪️ Tibetan Culture Experience: Watch song and dance performances at night 💃

Quickly your big sweetheart and get it planned!