5 Days & 4 Nights Ultimate Loop: Western Sichuan's Iconic Route | Snow Peaks, Alpine Meadows, Highland Lakes & Golden Summit Glows | Embrace Tibet's Untamed Spirit

Tour Route: Chengdu - Cat’s Nose Ridge Viewing Platform - Siguniang Mountain·Shuangqiao Valley - Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform·Moshi Park - Tagong Grassland - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao - Yajiang......

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From December to March marks Tibet's winter, an off-peak season. Despite this, Mt. Everest enjoys clear weather during these months, providing excellent visibility. It's the perfect time to witness the stunning sunset and sunrise at Mt. Everest, with lower prices making it an affordable option.

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Our youngest client of the Mt.Everest trip is 3 months and seasoned explorers reach up to 86 years! For your well-being, if you have any health issues, we recommend consulting your doctor for expert advice.

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This price is based on 3-star accommodation level in low season;
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Itinerary Details

Trip at a Glance

Day 1: Chengdu → Siguniang Mountain

Day 2:Danba/Jiaju → Yala Snow Kingdom

Day 3:Tagong Grassland → Yuzixi → Xinduqiao

Day 4:Sky Highway Challenge → Litang

Day 5:Haizi Mountain → Daocheng/Shangri-La

Day 6:Return via Letong → 434 Rainbow Road

Day 1: Sichuan Loop Day 1: Chengdu → Cat's Nose Viewpoint → Mt. Siguniang (Shuangqiao Valley) → Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village

Meals at own expense | Accommodation: Tibetan-style lodge

06:30-07:30: Self-arranged breakfast | Meet driver at designated time
08:30-12:00: Scenic drive via Dujiangyan | Photo stop at Cat's Nose Viewpoint capturing Da/Er/San/Yao Mei Peaks panorama
12:30-13:00: Local lunch near Shuangqiao Valley (self-paid)
13:00-16:00: Shuangqiao Valley Exploration | Entrance ¥80 | Eco-bus ¥70
16:30-17:00: Transfer to Danba County through ancient Qiang-Tibetan corridors
18:00+: Check-in & free evening | Taste yak meat hotpot in starlit mountains

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Day 2: Sichuan Loop Day 2: Danba/Jiaju Tibetan Village - Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform - Moshi Park - Tagong Grassland - Yuzixi - Xinduqiao

06:30-07:30 AM
Breakfast on your own. Gather with the group at the driver's designated time.

08:00 AM-12:00 PM
Depart Danba and cross Yala Pass to reach the Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform (4,800m altitude). Capture breathtaking photos of the sacred snow-capped peaks.

12:00-12:30 PM
Arrive at Moshi Park entrance in Bamei Town. Optional lunch at local restaurants near the entrance.

1:00-3:00 PM
Explore the "Mars-like Landscape" of Moshi Park - unique grey metamorphic rock formations. Recommended photography spots: ① Earth Core Museum Viewpoint ② Stargazing Valley Trail.

3:00-4:00 PM
Photography session at Tagong Grassland or Yuzixi Camp (seasonal access). Proceed to 360° Gongga Mountain Viewing Platform - with clear weather, witness the golden sunset glow on Mount Gongga (7,556m).

6:00-7:00 PM
Descend to Xinduqiao Town - dubbed "Photographer's Paradise". Dinner recommendations: Tibetan hotpot or yak meat dishes.

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Day 3: Sichuan Loop Day 3:Xinduqiao - Yajiang - Heavenly Switchbacks (18 Hairpin Turns) - Kala Mountain Pass - Litang - Rabbit Ear Mountain - Haizi Mountain - Daocheng/Shangri-La

7:00-7:30 AM
Driver coordinates departure time with group members based on road conditions.

7:30 AM-12:00 PM
Travel along National Highway 318 to Litang County. Stop at the iconic Heavenly Switchbacks (18 Hairpin Turns) viewpoint (elev. 3,990m) - capture the symbolic phrase: "Conquer these winding roads, embrace smooth journeys ahead".

12:00 PM
Lunch in Litang (self-paid), the "World's Highest Town" (4,014m).

1:00-3:00 PM
Explore Thousand Household Tibetan Village - Litong Ancient Town:

Visit 5 themed museums
Changqingchunke’er Temple (Tibetan Buddhism cultural hub)
Combo ticket: ¥135/person (self-paid)

3:00-6:00 PM
Scenic drive passing:
① Haizi Mountain (glacial erosion landforms with 1,145 lakes)
② Rabbit Ear Mountain (distinctive twin peak rock formations)
③ Daocheng White Pagoda - sacred Tibetan Buddhist site

6:00-7:00 PM
Arrive in Shangri-La Town (2,900m). Dinner suggestions: Tibetan barley wine with local mushroom hotpot.

7:00 PM
Check into hotel. Recommended: Pre-acclimatize for next day's higher altitude activities.

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Day 4: Sichuan Loop Day 4:Yading Scenic Area Long Route - Return to Shangri-La/Daocheng County

07:30 AM
Depart from Tourist Center by park sightseeing bus to Zharongbeng (40-min ride).

Zharongbeng to Chonggu Temple

10-minute walk to Chonggu Temple, passing through Chonggu Meadow (spring/summer wildflower hotspot).

Chonggu Temple → Luorong Pasture

Option 1: Electric cart (6.5 km, 30-min ride; ¥80 round trip / ¥50 one-way)
Option 2: Hike (3-4 hours) through alpine forests and glacial valleys.

Luorong Pasture Highlights

Basecamp for views of the Three Sacred Peaks:
① Chenrezig (Xiannairi, 6,032m)
② Jampelyang (Yangmaiyong, 5,958m)
③ Chana Dorje (Xianuoduoj, 5,958m)

Advanced Trek (High-Altitude Challenge)

Luorong → Milk Lake (4,600m) → Five-Color Lake (4,700m)
- Distance: 10 km round trip (5-7 hours)
- Terrain: Rocky trails, steep ascents
- Optional: Horseback riding (¥300-500/person, subject to availability)

Return Journey

Descend to Luorong Pasture by 15:00 PM.
Take electric cart/sightseeing bus back to park entrance by 17:30 PM.

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Day 5: Sichuan Loop Day 5: Daocheng/Shangri-La Town → Litang/Litong Ancient Town → Xinduqiao Town

7:00-7:30 AM
Breakfast at hotel (Tibetan butter tea + tsampa recommended).

7:30-11:00 AM
Drive back to Litang via Zhangmeng Highway (Provincial Road S217).

En route: Revisit grasslands and snow-capped peaks.

11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Option 1: Lunch in Litang (try yak meat momos).
Option 2: If missed on Day 2, explore Litong Ancient Town post-lunch:
- Revisit Changqingchunke’er Temple
- Browse Tibetan handicraft stalls

1:00-7:00 PM
Scenic drive from Litang to Xinduqiao via Garzê Prefecture:

Key stops:
① Kala Mountain Pass (4,718m) - panoramic plateau vistas
② Xinduqiao - "Photographer’s Paradise" for golden-hour landscapes

7:30 PM
Check into hotel in Xinduqiao Town. Evening free for independent dining exploration.

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Day 6: Sichuan Loop Day 6: Xinduqiao Town → 434 Rainbow Highway → Honghaizi Lake/Sidingcuo → Chengdu

7:30-8:00 AM
Self-serve breakfast. Meet driver at designated time.

8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Scenic drive via Provincial Highway 434:

Honghaizi Lake (4,200m): Alpine glacial lake reflecting Yala Mountain.
Kangding Airport Rainbow Road: Instagram-famous bend with painted road stripes and plateau backdrop.

12:00-1:00 PM
Optional lunch in Kangding City (try Tibetan hotpot with yak bone broth).

1:00-8:00 PM
Return journey from Kangding to Chengdu (320km, 7hrs):

Pass through Erlangshan Tunnel (13.4km, longest highway tunnel in West China).
Final stretch on Ya’an-Chengdu Expressway.

8:00 PM
Arrive in Chengdu. End of 6-day/5-night Yading Adventure.

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Tour Cost & Schedule in 2025

Please Note:

If you couldn’t find a tour date suitable for your travel schedule in the above form, please contact our travel experts and they will help you plan a delightful vacation to Tibet at the BEST local price.

From Tibet travel permits to local accommodations and transportation, we've got you covered. While train and flight tickets to Tibet are not included, we ensure seamless and 100% guaranteed booking for your convenience.

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Price Inclusions:

Tibet Travel Permit and all required local travel documents for this tour (excluding expedited processing fees);

Local tour transfers, 5-29 seats comfortable tourist vehicle according to the group size;

All entrance ticket fees for all tourist sites listed in the itinerary;

All meals listed in the itinerary;

Knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan local tour guide shared in your group (For prices of tour guides in other languages, please inquire);

All hotels listed in the itinerary or equivalent three-star hotels. Upgrades are available for an additional fee. (Single room supplement required when not sharing the room);

Free shuttle between Lhasa Railway Station/Lhasa Gonggar Airport and the downtown hotel;

Service Charge & Government Taxes;

Arrangements including planning, handling, operational, and communication charges;

Tourist accident/casualty insurance;

Additional services include fine Tibetan souvenirs, a tourist map, portable oxygen, medical oxygen in the vehicle, bottled mineral water, and more.

Price Exclusion:

China Visa (If you need visa assistance services, especially for Chinese Group Visa from Nepal to Tibet, feel free to contact us for more details.);

International flight to and out of China;

Domestic flight/train to and out of Lhasa (If you need us to book the domestic flight/train tickets, please contact us for the details.);

Single Room Supplement: Hotels default to double occupancy with twin-bedded rooms. If you prefer a single room or room sharing isn't possible, a single room supplement is necessary. Please consult the travel consultant for specific pricing details.

Meals not listed in the itinerary;

Porters and Yaks for carrying luggage during Mount Kailash trek;

Tips for the guide and driver. If you are satisfied with their service, it is suggested to tip $7(50 RMB) per day per person to be shared between the driver and the guide;

Other expenses caused by force majeure events (such as natural disasters, traffic control, loss of valuables, visa delays, flight delays or cancellations, etc.);

Personal expenses, like laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks (please do your best to avoid alcoholic beverages during your Tibet trip), optional tour activities, etc.

Mount Kailash Trip Notes

About registration and travel

Health Restrictions: Individuals with infectious/cardiovascular/cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, respiratory illnesses, mental disorders, severe anemia, post-major-surgery recovery, mobility limitations, pregnancy, or other contraindicated conditions are ineligible. Agents booking for others must verify health status. Concealment of health risks voids our liability.

Registration Protocol:

Submit completed registration form

Secure booking with non-refundable deposit (20% of total)

Confirmation issued only after deposit verification by customer service

Required Documentation:

Full names

ID/passport numbers

Contact details

Used for:
✓ Travel accident insurance purchase
✓ E-contract execution (sign via SMS link/QR code within 24hrs)

Legal Binding: This itinerary constitutes a contractual appendix with equivalent legal validity.

Common issues during the itinerary

Zero Shopping Policy: This itinerary includes no shopping stops, and guides/drivers will not recommend any. During free time, avoid bargaining or prolonged product inspection unless genuinely interested. Purchases are at your discretion—verify product authenticity and retain receipts. Canceling agreed transactions may cause disputes; you assume full responsibility for such conflicts.

Early Departure (Day 1): Departure between 06:30-07:30. If your hotel offers breakfast, request a grab-and-go pack (e.g., milk, bread) the night before.

Remote Area Preparedness:

Carry non-perishable snacks (energy bars, nuts) due to potential road delays.

Expect extended drives (5-8 hours) on rugged terrain.

Health Precautions:

Avoid spicy foods, alcohol, and smoking pre/during travel.

Prevent colds with adequate rest and layered clothing.

Altitude Protocol:

Free oxygen canister per traveler (1L).

Consider altitude medication (e.g., Diamox) 48hrs pre-trip.

Report dizziness/headaches immediately to guides.

Accommodation Notice:

Rural lodging may lack urban amenities (elevators/AC).

Twin-bed rooms default; double-bed requests are not guaranteed.

Alternate hotels assigned if booked out.

Cultural & Safety Conduct:

Respect local customs (no temple photography without permission).

Avoid nighttime solo outings; use group chat for emergencies.

Restroom Fees: Carry 1-5 CNY coins for pay-per-use facilities.

Breakdown Protocol:

Vehicle issues will be resolved within 4hrs (backup transport arranged).

Alternate accommodations may be provided if delays exceed 6hrs.

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