Sichuan Travel Routes

Sichuan is a 'province with two worlds': in the basin, there are Chengdu's teahouses, hotpot, and panda bases; two hours west, you enter the plateau, where the waters of Jiuzhaigou, the calcified pools of Huanglong, and the three holy mountains of Daocheng Yading unfold in sequence. This site organizes Sichuan into 5 days around Chengdu, 7 days along the Jiuhuang Loop, and 9 days on the Greater Western Sichuan Loop.

How to Plan Your Route in Sichuan

We divide Sichuan into 7 ready-made routes, covering short, medium, and long durations. Routes within the same province can be freely combined: if time is tight, take the shortest one; if you want to explore in depth, connect two routes together.

Cities and Highlights on This Route

• Chengdu/Jiuzhaigou/Emei Mountain/Daocheng Yading:

Travel Reminders

• Popular attractions (the Forbidden City, Mogao Caves, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, etc.) have real-name entry limits; it is recommended to book 15–30 days in advance.
• High-speed rail tickets go on sale 15 days before departure; during peak season, they sell out on the first day. Be sure to set a reminder.
• Plateau routes (Tibet, Qinghai, Western Sichuan) require health certificates; it is recommended to take Rhodiola 7 days in advance.
• Elderly over 60 and children under 1.2 meters should note this when booking as ticket prices and bed arrangements differ.
• All itineraries can be adjusted according to month, number of days, and travel companions. For details, see "Customized Itinerary."