Encounter Western Sichuan, a Cool Summer Retreat

🚗 Transportation Guide

Self-drive (Recommended): Chengdu → Yaan-Kangding Expressway → Kangding → National Highway 318 → Xinduqiao → Jiagenba (approx. 6-7 hours, SUV preferred).

Public Transport: Take a bus from Chengdu Xinnanmen Station to Kangding (5 hours), then charter/share a car to Jiagenba (2 hours).

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations

Tibetan-style Homestays: Songdun Niji (pastoral style in Riche Village), Xueyin Ge (near the Ese Flower Sea).

Comfort Option: Xinduqiao Sengelangzan Homestay (with floor heating and oxygen supply to prevent altitude sickness).

🍜 Must-Try Local Cuisine

Tibetan Yak Meat Hotpot ("Tibetan Family Feast")

Butter Tea + Highland Barley Pancakes

Summer Special: Chicken Stewed with Matsutake Mushrooms (freshly available in July-August).

📅 3-Day Summer Escape Itinerary

Day 1: Chengdu → Kangding (lunch with yak meat hotpot) → Xinduqiao (stay in Tibetan-style homestay).
Day 2: Xinduqiao → Jiagenba (Ese Flower Sea, hiking in Riche Village) → Camping in Tiwu Village (stargazing).
Day 3: Jiagenba → Zesangla Sky Garden (sunrise over golden mountains) → Return to Chengdu.

⚠️ Important Notes

Altitude Sickness: Prepare oxygen tanks and avoid strenuous activities.

Sun Protection & Warmth: Large temperature differences between day and night, bring sunscreen + windproof jacket.

Eco-Friendly: Do not trample on flower fields, take all trash with you.