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Jiuzhai Huanglong 7 Days · Water Color Loop
7 days / 6 nights · Chengdu / Jiuzhaigou

Jiuzhai Huanglong 7 Days · Water Color Loop

Chengdu / Jiuzhaigou · 7 Days · Moderate

Reference Price

$730Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–10 people
IntensityModerate
Best seasonApr–Jun / Sep–Nov
Trafficflight + chartered car
AccommodationChengdu 2 nights + Jiuzhaigou Entrance 2 nights + Chuanzhu Temple 1 night + Chengdu 1 night
Departure MonthApril–June / September–November

Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Starting from Chengdu, go to Jiuzhaigou to see Five Flower Lake and Nuorilang Waterfall, and on the way back, visit Huanglong to see the calcified pools. Since the altitude rises to 3,500 meters, it is necessary to pay attention to your pace.

Day-by-day itinerary7 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrived in Chengdu · Giant Panda Breeding Research Base

    DestinationEverywhere → Chengdu

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Chengdu Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Daily detailUpon arrival in Chengdu, a private vehicle will pick you up at the airport or station and drop you off at your hotel. Afternoon free time.
    Giant Panda Breeding Research Base
  2. DestinationChengdu → Jiuzhaigou

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Chengdu Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus→ Jiuzhaigou
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Daily detailPeople's Park
    Dujiangyan
    , Qingcheng Mountain
    , Sanxingdui
    , takes a high-speed rail or tour bus to Jiuzhaigou in the evening and stays overnight there.
  3. DestinationJiuzhaigou urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Jiuzhaigou Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailWuhua
    Hainuorilang Waterfall
  4. DestinationJiuzhaigou urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Jiuzhaigou Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailThe trees of the long sea
    stand in the vast sea
  5. DestinationJiuzhaigou → Chengdu

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Jiuzhaigou Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus → Chengdu
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Daily detailIn
    the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus from Jian Zhuhai to Chengdu and stay overnight there.
  6. DestinationChengdu urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Chengdu Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailIn the morning, head to Chengdu. After settling in, begin the day's itinerary.
    Giant Panda Breeding Research Base
    : Kuanzhai Alley,
    Wuhou Shrine
    , Jinli
    Du Fu Thatched Cottage
  7. DestinationChengdu → Airport drop-off / Station

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailPeople's Park
    Dujiangyan
    Qingcheng Mountain
    Sanxingdui will be shuttled off by dedicated shuttle by flight
    or train schedule, marking the end of the trip.
Key facts
Departure pointGather in Chengdu, disperse in Jiuzhaigou
Number of people in a groupSmall group of 2–10 people
Recommended monthApr–Jun / Sep–Nov
AccommodationChengdu 2 nights + Jiuzhaigou Entrance 2 nights + Chuanzhu Temple 1 night + Chengdu 1 night
TrafficAirplane Chartered Vehicle
IntensityModerate
ProvinceSichuan

Route Overview

The entire trip lasts 7 days, moving along the "Chengdu / Jiuzhaigou" route. The pace is arranged as "one city per segment," with high-speed trains used for intercity travel, and if the driving time exceeds 5 hours, flights are used instead.

Cities and Highlights on This Route

  • Chengdu: Giant Panda Breeding Research Base · Kuanzhai Alley · Wuhou Shrine · Jinli · Du Fu Thatched Cottage
  • Jiuzhaigou: Five-Flower Lake · Nuorilang Waterfall · Changhai · Shuzheng Lakes · Arrow Bamboo Lake

Province

This route belongs to the Sichuan line. Other itineraries of different durations within the same province are also available for comparison; you can also customize your own pace.

Costs include

  • Hotels listed in the itinerary (double occupancy, including breakfast)
  • First entrance tickets and shuttle between attractions listed in the itinerary
  • Intercity high-speed train / second-class seat on bullet train or tour bus
  • Full Chinese-speaking tour guide and driver service
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day, travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • International/domestic major transportation to and from the departure city
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary (approximately 80–150 RMB per person per day)
  • Single room supplement, personal expenses, and optional items
  • Driver and guide tips (voluntary, recommended 30–50 RMB per person per day)

Booking Reminder

Popular scenic spots (the Forbidden City, Mogao Caves, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, etc.) have real-name visit limits, so it is recommended to make a reservation 15–30 days in advance. High-speed train tickets go on sale 15 days before departure; they sell out on the first day during peak season, so be sure to set a reminder. For high-altitude routes (Tibet, Qinghai, Western Sichuan), a health certificate is required, and it is recommended to take Rhodiola 7 days in advance. Seniors over 60 and children under 1.2 meters should be noted when booking, as ticket prices and bed arrangements are different. All itineraries can be adjusted by month, number of days, and traveling companions. For details, see 'Customized Itinerary'.