【Chengdu Road Trip】Western Sichuan's Little Switzerland Weekend Getaway Guide

【Chengdu Road Trip】Western Sichuan's Little Switzerland Weekend Getaway Guide

With peaks over 6,000 meters high and just 200km from Chengdu, you can instantly transport yourself to this "Oriental Alps" mini-Switzerland. A weekend road trip here offers oxygen-rich air, authentic yak meat, highland lamb skewers, hiking adventures, or riverside camping - pure therapy for the soul.

🏔Attractions: Siguniangshan (Four Sisters Mountain) features three main valleys:
【Changping Valley】【Shuangqiao Valley】and【Haizi Valley】. Shuangqiao Valley comes highly recommended.
📍Location: Xiaojin County or Siguniangshan Town make perfect bases (direct navigation available).
🕐Duration: Ideal as a relaxed 2-day weekend getaway.

Ticket Prices:
☝ Peak season (Apr 1-Nov 30)
Shuangqiao Valley 80¥/person | Changping Valley 70¥/person | Haizi Valley 60¥/person
✌ Off-season (Dec 1-Mar 30)
Shuangqiao Valley 50¥/person | Changping Valley 50¥/person | Haizi Valley 40¥/person
(Sightseeing bus: Shuangqiao Valley 80¥/person | Changping Valley 30¥/person)

🌟🌟How to enjoy:
👍【Shuangqiao Valley】Shuttle buses stop at 5 scenic spots - disembark to explore each breathtaking photo-op location before continuing.

👍【Changping Valley】Features extensive wooden walkways perfect for hikers, with horseback riding options available.

⚠️Important Notes⚠️
1⃣Avoid visiting during bad weather - landslides in western Sichuan could strand you for days‼️
2⃣Pack warm clothing - essential‼️
3⃣Drivers must stay alert to road conditions and falling rocks‼️
4⃣Those prone to altitude sickness beware (though only ~3,000m elevation)‼️
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