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| The Most Enchanting Guide to Siguniangshan. Located in Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, Siguniangshan consists of four continuous snow peaks (Dafeng, Erfeng, Sanfeng, and Yaomei Feng). Among them, Shuangqiao Valley and Changping Valley are the core scenic areas, each with its own unique features (the altitude of Siguniangshan ranges from approximately 3,200 to 3,850 meters).

Shuangqiao Valley is about 7 kilometers from Rilong Town. With a total length of about 35 kilometers, it is the most developed and easiest valley to explore, with sightseeing buses running throughout. Visitors can get up close to over ten snow peaks above 5,000 meters, such as Hunter Peak, Budala Peak, and Eagle Beak Rock.

Changping Valley is adjacent to Rilong Town, with a total length of about 29 kilometers, making it a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. Walking along the ancient Tangbai Trail, surrounded by towering ancient trees and moss-covered ground, feels like stepping into a fairy tale.

🕘【Opening Hours】:
Shuangqiao Valley: 08:00-17:30 (last ticket sale at 15:00, last entry at 15:00)
Changping Valley: 08:00-17:30 (last ticket sale at 14:30, last entry at 14:30)

Recommended visiting time: Shuangqiao Valley (5-6 hours), Changping Valley (1 day)
Other notes: Siguniangshan stops entry at 15:00. Please book tickets in advance during peak seasons and plan your departure time accordingly.

💴【Ticket Prices】:
Shuangqiao Valley: ¥80 (entrance) + ¥70 (sightseeing bus)
Changping Valley: ¥70 (entrance) + ¥20 (sightseeing bus)

⛺【Attractions】:
Shuangqiao Valley highlights: Redwood Forest, Budala Peak, Sigunuo Lake, Renshenguo Meadow
(Redwood Forest Glacier viewpoint offers direct views of snow peaks and primeval forests. Drifting is available in the scenic area: Nianyuba Station to Longzhu Lake Station)

Changping Valley highlights: Lama Temple, Dead Tree Beach, Muzuozi
(Features redwoods, firs, rhododendron forests, and wildlife like blue sheep)

🌟【Shuangqiao Valley Itinerary】:
After entering with your ID, take the sightseeing bus directly to the terminal station (Redwood Forest Station) and explore from top to bottom. The bus does not stop on the way up but makes stops on the return trip.
Route: Sightseeing bus → Redwood Forest Station (terminal) → Budala Peak Station → Niupengzi Station → Sigunuo Lake Station → Nianyuba Station → Longzhu Lake Station → Renshenguo Meadow → Exit

🌟【Changping Valley Itinerary】:
Take the sightseeing bus from the entrance (about 7 km) → Lama Temple (start hiking/photography) → Chongchongjiao Waterfall → Dead Tree Beach → Lower Ganhaizi → Upper Ganhaizi → Lianghekou → Muzuozi (endpoint). Return the same way (hike according to your physical condition; no need to go all the way).
(7 km boardwalk + 5 km muddy trail, 12 km one way. Horse riding is available for a fee, but consider your physical condition and weather.)

🚌【Transportation】:
① Drive from Chengdu (~4.5 hours to Siguniangshan)
② Take a bus from Chengdu Chadianzi Station to Xiaojin County (~4 hours)

👉【Itinerary Suggestions】:
Option A (Leisurely family-friendly tour of both valleys):
Day 1: Chengdu → Wolong Shenshuping Panda Base (2 hrs) → Maobiliang (Siguniangshan panorama, 2 hrs) → Siguniangshan hotel (20 mins)
Day 2: Changping Valley (full-day hike) → Siguniangshan hotel
Day 3: Shuangqiao Valley (sightseeing bus + walk) → Chengdu (4.5 hrs)

Option B (Compact tour for young hikers):
Day 1: Chengdu → Shuangqiao Valley (4.5 hrs) → Siguniangshan hotel
Day 2: Changping Valley (hike) → Chengdu (4.5 hrs)

Option C (Leisurely single-valley tour for families/elderly):
Day 1: Chengdu → Wolong Shenshuping Panda Base (2 hrs) → Maobiliang (2 hrs) → Siguniangshan hotel (20 mins)
Day 2: Shuangqiao Valley (sightseeing bus + walk) → Chengdu (4.5 hrs)

🏨 【Accommodation】: Stay in Rilong Town (Siguniangshan Town), where hotels and restaurants are concentrated.

🧡【Preparation】: Siguniangshan is a high-altitude Tibetan region with large temperature differences and unpredictable weather. Bring sunglasses, a windbreaker, umbrella, long-sleeved jacket, sunscreen, etc.

👉【Peak-season tickets are hard to get!】 Book early or opt for a customized tour to secure your visit.