National Day Self-driving Tour Guide to West Sichuan Ring Road

The National Day is less than half a month away. Are you feeling a little excited? Why not go out and play during the holiday you are looking forward to? So, where are we going to play? ?The editor strongly recommends that everyone take a self-driving tour on the Western Sichuan Ring Road!

On the Western Sichuan Ring Road in autumn, the scenery is rich, the forests are dyed, and it is very beautiful. If you don’t have a plan yet, then the following guide for self-driving tours on the Western Sichuan Ring Road compiled by the editor can be used as a reference. So, let’s take a look at this guide together! Western Sichuan Attractions Map Western Sichuan The difference between the large ring line and the small ring line:

West Sichuan large ring line: Chengdu--Ya'an--Luding--Kangding--Xinduqiao--Yajiang--Litang--Batang--Baiyu-- Garze--Seda--Markang--Miyaluo--Li County--Wenchuan--Rilong--Dujiangyan--Chengdu;

Western Sichuan Small Ring Line: Chengdu---Ya'an--Lu Ding - Kangding - Xinduqiao - Tagong - Bamei - Danba - Rilong - Dujiangyan - Chengdu.

Starting from Chengdu to Xinduqiao, the large ring line extends further west and north of Sichuan, almost to the edge of Sichuan; the small ring line is more concentrated and close to Chengdu; the large ring line passes through the edge of Sichuan , the landscape is more ecological and original than the small loop line. The beautiful scenery of western Sichuan

Zheduo Mountain: Nine twists and turns

Tips:

1. Zheduo Mountain is the first mountain that needs to be climbed on the Sichuan-Tibet Line The mountain pass is 4298 meters above sea level. Tibetans have built white pagodas and hung many prayer flags here, and there are many nyima piles along the road;

2. There is a viewing platform at the mountain pass where you can stop and take photos. It is still very good, but the wind in the pass is strong and the temperature is low, so you need to wear more clothes.

Zheduo Mountain is known as the "First Pass of Kangba" because since the completion of the Erlangshan Tunnel, Zheduo Mountain has become the first challenging mountain on the Sichuan-Tibet Line.

·Zheduo Mountain is an important geographical dividing line. Only after passing Zheduo Mountain can we enter the Tibetan area in the true sense.

The winding mountain road with many twists and turns is a veritable "nine twists and turns". When encountering downhill sections, you must pay attention to slow down and drive slowly to avoid accidents.

·National Highway 318 passes through the 4,298-meter pass here and then descends all the way to Xindu Bridge, a paradise for photographers.

Tuer Mountain: Glacier Ruins

Tips:

1. Free and open;

2. Tuer Mountain is 4,696 meters above sea level. Located in Daocheng County, Sichuan Province, it is located in the north of Haizishan Nature Reserve;

3. There is a viewing platform on the mountain where you can park and take photos.

Siguniang Mountain: Chinese Alps

Tips:

1. Tickets: Shuangqiaogou ticket is 80 yuan/person, sightseeing car is 70 yuan/person, available Take the ecological plank road; the ticket to Changping Valley is 70 yuan/person, and the sightseeing car is 20 yuan/person, suitable for hiking experience; the ticket to Haizi Valley is 60 yuan/person, and you can ride horses and camp;

2. Siguniang Mountain The core scenic spots include: Shuangqiaogou, Haizigou, Changpinggou and Siguniang Mountain;

3. Accommodation: You can stay in Rilong Town, there are many choices and the conditions are good.

Balang Mountain: Feast of the Sea of ??Clouds

Tips:

1. The pass to be climbed on the way from Wolong to Siguniang Mountain, the cliffs are rugged, the weather If you go well, you can see the sea of ??clouds;

2. The starry sky at the top of Balang Mountain is vast and beautiful at night;

3. Keep warm, the wind is very strong on the mountain, and visibility is low in rain and snow, so driving be safe.

Xinduqiao: The World of Light and Shadow

Tips:

1. Free and open;

2. 10 outside Xinduqiao Town kilometers of scenic corridors. The road is flat and the river is winding. In summer, you can take pictures of wild flowers all over the mountains and plains, and in autumn, you can take pictures of golden poplar trees. The scenic corridor is 2 kilometers away from Xinduqiao Town. It is recommended to walk there;

3. Xinduqiao is not big. , there are not many accommodations and the accommodation conditions are not good; it is recommended to stay in Kangding, which has more choices and better conditions.

Litang: A city in the sky

Tips:

1. Free and open;

2. The terrain of Litang grassland is gentle and undulating , with abundant water and grass, and flocks of cattle and sheep; Maoya Prairie is the only way from Litang to Daocheng Yading, and is a touch of green in the hinterland of Kham;

3. Litang Bayi Horse Racing Festival is A grand event for local Tibetans, there will be singing and dancing performances, horse racing competitions, and you can also enjoy the beautiful Kham Tibetan costumes;

4. Take the bus from Kangding Bus Terminal to Litang, and the ticket The price is about 80 yuan, and there are not many cars;

5. It is recommended to stay in Litang for accommodation. There are many hotels and restaurants. You can try the wild mushroom soup which is delicious;

6. Specialties: Wild fungi, red deer antler, pineapple, etc.

Batang: a land of abundant water and grass

Tips:

1. It is open to the public free of charge. Currently, Cuopu ditch is fully closed for construction;

2. The road conditions to Cuopugou are not very good. It is recommended to drive an SUV and pay attention to safety when driving. It is still in the undeveloped stage and the scenery has original beauty;

3. Accommodation is in Cuopu Temple, Tongpu 50 yuan/person, standard room 60 yuan/person, you can bring your own ingredients to cook in the temple kitchen; the temple has a fixed area outside the scenic area where you can set up tents, 30 yuan/top;

4. Sister Lake is available You can look far away from a high place, or you can enjoy the lake view, the snow-capped mountains in the distance, the clear lake water, and enjoy the magical creation of nature.

Daocheng Yading: The Last Shangri-La

Tips:

1. Tickets: 270 yuan for adults;

2. 15 yuan for a round trip It is about 100 kilometers long, and you need to be prepared to prevent high altitude sickness when hiking;

3. Accommodation: Yading Village within the scenic area, or Riva Township outside the scenic area. It is recommended to stay in Riva if you have severe altitude sickness, or if you are not prepared to hike to the Five Colored Sea (long-term route). Those who plan to go to WuSehai or even take a small tour of the mountains need to stay at least one night in Yading Village.

Seda: Red Faith

Tips:

1. Free and open;

2. Accommodation: You can live in Seda County , there are many types of hotels; you can also stay at Seda Buddhist College, the accommodation is relatively simple and the price is expensive;

3. Food: The Buddhist college basically offers vegetarian buffets, and the price is 20-30 In this range; there are Sichuan restaurants and Tibetan food in Seda County, all of which are a la carte, and Fengjian decides by himself;

4. Seda is above 4,000 meters above sea level, so try not to exercise strenuously to prevent altitude sickness. .

Bamei: Mountains and Meadows

Tips:

1. Tickets: Moshi Park adult ticket is 60 yuan/person, sightseeing car: 20 yuan/person Bamei Grassland and Huiyuan Temple are open to the public for free;

2. Accommodation: Bamei’s accommodation is relatively complete and of different grades. You can compare multiple hotels and choose according to your own needs;

3. Food: tsampa, dried yak meat, etc. You can order fungi in almost all restaurants in the Bamei area. This is one of the local specialties. However, rare fungi like matsutake are difficult to eat in You can eat it in ordinary restaurants. If necessary, you can communicate with the store in advance to see if it is in stock.

Danba: Tibetan Village Style

Tips:

1. Jiaju Tibetan Village is open to the public for free, but there is an environmental protection fee of 20 yuan in Danling, and a horse riding fee of 200 yuan;

2. Accommodation: You can stay in the village or return to Danba County;

3. There are three viewing platforms in Jiaju Zangzhai Village, where you can enjoy the scenery from different angles Danling Scenic Area includes Ganhaizi, Huluhai and Dahaizi. They are divided according to the difficulty of the itinerary. Huluhai is the plateau lake that is easiest to reach on foot and has the most ornamental value; Ganhaizi is the most difficult to reach.

Miyaluo: Colorful Red Leaves

Tips:

1. The scenic spot is famous for Miyaluo Red Leaves, Gulgou Hot Spring, Partridge Mountain Snow Scenery, and Bipeng Gorge, Longdangou Waterfall, Qiang Village Tibetan Village, Buddhist temples and other landscapes;

2. Best travel time: May to November, when summer comes to escape the heat and autumn comes to enjoy leaves;

3. Accommodation: You can stay in Miyaluo Town or Gurgou Town.

Bipenggou Scenic Area

Tips:

1. Tickets for Bipenggou: 120 yuan for sightseeing cars for adults, reservation required in advance, each ticket in the scenic area The scenic spots are about 3-5 kilometers apart. You can choose to walk (about 1-2 hours) or take a sightseeing electric car in the scenic area (charged in sections, the specific charging standards are subject to the scenic spot, basically 20 yuan/time); Taoping Qiang Village 60 Yuan;

2. Accommodation: You can stay in the scenic area or in Li County. There are many choices, and you can compare and choose according to your own needs.

Dujiangyan: Asking questions and worshiping water

Tips:

1. Tickets: 90 yuan/person, main attractions: Yuzui, Feishayan, Aquarius Kou, Erwang Temple, Fulong Temple, Anlan Cable Bridge, Lidui Ancient Garden Qinyan Tower, City God Temple, Songmao Ancient Road, Buyun Corridor, Yulei Pavilion;

2. Tickets: Qingcheng Mountain Scenic Area 90 yuan / person, main attractions: Jianfu Palace, Natural Pictures, Tianshi Cave, Shangqing Palace, Laojun Pavilion, Yuecheng Lake; Qingcheng Mountain back mountain 20 yuan / person, main attractions: Tai'an Ancient Town, Longyin Gorge Plank Road, Santan Fog Spring, Golden Whip Rock, Youyi Village, Baiyun Temple;

3. Accommodation: Dujiangyan has many accommodation options, both inside and outside the scenic area. You can compare and choose according to your own situation.

Mugecuo: The sky is high and the clouds are wide

Tips:

1. Tickets: 105 yuan, sightseeing car 90 yuan;

2. The scenic area covers an area of ??about 350 square kilometers and consists of six scenic spots: Dujuan Gorge, Saimaping, Qisehai, Yaochi Boquan, Mugecuo and Red Sea Grassland. Horseback riding is not recommended;

3. Food and accommodation: recommended Living in Kangding, you have more choices and good conditions; there are restaurants in Qisehai and Mugecuo (Barbarian Sea), and farmhouses outside the scenic area provide food and accommodation.

Hailuogou: Green Sea Glacier

Tips:

1. Hailuogou Scenic Area consists of Hailuogou, Yanzigou, Mozigou, Nanmenguangou, It consists of six scenic spots: Yajiageng and Moxi Terrace;

2. Moxi Town (at the entrance of Hailuogou Scenic Area), ticket price is 90 yuan/person, sightseeing ticket is 70 yuan/person (round trip), sightseeing cableway is 150 yuan Yuan/person (round trip), insurance in Hailuogou Scenic Area is 5 Yuan/person;

3. Accommodation: Generally, accommodation is in Moxi Ancient Town (the entrance to the park is in the town), and there are quite a lot of accommodations. ;The campground is divided into No. 123, but the price is relatively more expensive than in the town and the facilities are relatively old. It is not recommended to stay in the campground;

4. It is recommended to bring sunglasses, gloves, and more clothes.

Tagong Grassland: White Pagoda Golden Temple

Tips:

1. The entrance fee is 10 yuan and the toilet fee is 1 yuan;

2. When the weather is good, you can overlook the Yala Snow Mountain;

3. Many locals set up stalls outside the scenic area, selling some yak meat and kebabs... Horse rental and riding are also available in the scenic area, and it is recommended to walk on foot Go up there, no need to ride a horse.

Yaqing Temple: Secret and Pure

Tips:

1. Free and open;

2. The conditions of Yaqing Temple are relatively difficult. Bathing is not allowed in the hotel, public toilets are available, and the restaurant only provides food, and its reception capacity is very limited;

3. Sitting on the top of the mountain overlooking the river quietly surrounding Juemu Island, the Juemu Peninsula is in principle prohibited for men to enter , but men are now allowed to walk on the outer ring road of the peninsula;

4. Accommodation: The accommodation conditions in Yaqing Temple are relatively difficult, so it is recommended to return to Garze County for accommodation.

Recommended ways to play the Western Sichuan Line

4-day tour guide to Seda Danba

D1 Chengdu-Wenchuan-Markang-Guanyin Bridge

Depart from Chengdu and visit the Wenchuan Earthquake Site along the way , visit Taoping Qiang Village/Zhuokeji Guan Village and experience the Tibetan and Qiang customs and the farming culture of Jiarong Tusi. Overnight: Guanyin Bridge.

D2 Guanyin Bridge - Seda

Visit the Guanyin Temple and the world's largest prayer wheel. Go to Seda to admire the small village of Tibetan Village and Larung Gar. In the afternoon, we watched sky burials, prairie dogs on the grassland, and the sunset and beautiful night view of Seda. Accommodation: Seda.

D3 Seda - Guanyin Bridge - Jinchuan - Danba

Free activities in Seda, visit the Demon-Conquering Pagoda, Buddhist Academy, Sky Burial Platform, watch Buddhist scripture debates, Buddhist scriptures and take photos. In the afternoon, depart for Danba and visit Jiaju Tibetan Village. Overnight: Danba.

D4 Danba-Siguniang Mountain-Chengdu

After breakfast, set off for Siguniang Mountain. You can visit Shuangqiao Valley/Changping Valley/Panda Sea (choose one) and cross over in the afternoon Balang Mountain, the beautiful scenery of small bridges, flowing water, dead vines, old trees along the Wolong Gorge, and the earthquake ruins.

Daocheng Yading Xindu Bridge Danba 6-day tour guide

D1 Chengdu-Luding-Kangding-Xindu Bridge

Start from Chengdu, pass through Ya'an, and visit Luding Bridge, Dadu River Canyon scenery, Kangding Tibetan houses, winding mountains, and entering the Xindu Bridge Ten Mile Gallery. Overnight: Xinduqiao.

D2 Xinduqiao-Litang-Daocheng-Riva Township

Climb Jianziwan Mountain and Kazila Mountain, view Gongga Snow Mountain from a distance, pass by Litang, the world's tallest city, and Haizi Mountain Ancient ice cap. Accommodation: Daocheng County/Riva. Township.

D3 Riwa Township-Aden Scenic Spot One-day Tour

Enter the scenic spot, take a sightseeing bus to Aden Village, enjoy the scenery of Xiannairi Mountain, visit the ancient temple, and worship the God Zhuoma Lacuo Lake (Pearl Sea) accommodation: Riva Township.

Tip: The sightseeing bus and tickets can be reserved for use again the next day.

D4 Aden Scenic Spot One-day Tour

Appreciate Rizhao Jinshan Mountain, horseback riding, hike to Luorong Cattle Farm (act according to your ability), Five Color Sea, Milk Sea, and see Shanuoduoji Sacred Mountain from a distance, Yangmaiyong Mountain, wild animals, alpine flowers, snow mountains, forests, glaciers and lakes. Accommodation: Riva Township/Daocheng County.

D5 Daocheng-Litang-Xinduqiao-Tagong-Damba

Along the way, you can enjoy Sangdui Red Grassland, Haizi Mountain, Daocheng White Pagoda, Tagong Grassland, Tagong Temple, Bamei Stone Forest, Yala Snow Mountain, Jiaju Tibetan Village, and Tibetan-style watchtowers and houses along the beautiful hillside. Overnight: Danba.

D6 Danba-Siguniang Mountain-Chengdu

Passing through Yakuniugou and Zangzhai Village on Zhonglu, you can visit the Shuangqiaogou Scenic Area of ??Siguniang Mountain and Yingxiu Earthquake Site before returning to Chengdu.

7-day tour to Daocheng, Yading and Seda

D1 Chengdu-Wenchuan-Markang-Guanyin Bridge

Departing from Chengdu, along the way we will visit the Wenchuan Earthquake Site and visit Taoping Qiang Village /Zhuokeji Official Village, experience Tibetan and Qiang customs and the farming culture of Jiarong Tusi. Overnight: Guanyin Bridge.

D2 Guanyin Bridge-Seda

Visit the Guanyin Temple, go to Seda, and admire the small Tibetan village and Larung Muming Buddhist College. In the afternoon, we watched sky burials, prairie dogs on the grassland, and the sunset and beautiful night view of Seda. Accommodation: Seda.

D3 Seda-Onda-Luhuo-Ganzi-Xinlong-Litang-Daocheng

Passing through the Yalong River Grand Canyon, Yinduo Township Danxia, ??Cuoka Lake, Haizi Mountain, you can see Tuer Mountain, ancient glacier ruins, and Xingyicuo, the largest lake in Haizi Mountain, in the summer. Go to Mofanggou to see the streams and wild flowers. Accommodation: Daocheng County/Riva Township.

D4 Daocheng-Riva Township

Enter the Yading Scenic Area, transfer to the sightseeing bus to Yading Village, enjoy the scenery of the Xiannairi Holy Mountain, Chonggu Temple, and worship the Zhuoma Lacuo Holy Lake along the way. (Pearl Sea) Tips: The sightseeing bus and tickets are reserved for the next day. Accommodation: Riva Township.

D5 Aden Scenic Spot One-day Tour

Rizhao Jinshan Mountain, horse riding, hiking at Luorong Cattle Farm (act according to your ability), distant views of Shanuoduoji Mountain, Yangmaiyong Mountain, Xiannai Rishen Mountain, wild animals, alpine flowers, snow mountains, forests, glaciers, lakes, and rivers. Accommodation: Daocheng County.

D6 Daocheng-Litang-Yajiang-Xinduqiao

Sangdui red grassland, climb over Haizi Mountain, Kazila Mountain and Jianziwan Mountain, and experience the Photographer's Corridor again - Xindu bridge. Overnight: Xinduqiao.

D7 Xindu Bridge-Kangding-Luding-Chengdu

Picturesque small bridges, flowing water, people, and Tibetan houses, fly over the Luding Bridge, from Ya'an/Asbestos Return to Chengdu.

The Western Sichuan Ring Road is colorful in autumn. The leaves begin to turn golden, the maple leaf landscape also turns fiery red, the mountains are rolling, and the grass is endless. This kind of scenery makes you forget your inherent impression. in autumn.

This is the most beautiful place during the National Day, so why not come here for a self-driving trip!