Time-Smart Jiuzhaigou Discovery
Located in a remote area of northern Sichuan Province, Jiuzhaigou and its neighbor Huanglong Scenic Area have superlative landscapes. They have different kinds of beauty in different seasons. No matter whether you pay a visit in spring, summer, fall, or winter, it is just like walking into a fairytale world.
On this 3-day tour, you will visit the most beautiful parts of Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong at your own pace with a smart route that makes the best of your time while avoiding the crowds.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Leisurely Enjoy the Breathtaking Views of Jiuzhaigou
It is difficult to visit all the attractions of Jiuzhaigou in a day as it is a huge park. However, with the guidance of our professional guide, you will see all the most beautiful parts of Jiuzhaigou's three main valleys at your own pace.


Soar Above then Descend Close By the Streams, Waterfalls, and Limestone Landscapes of Huanglong Scenic Area.
Take a cable car up to the top of Huanglong Valley, then hike down to see the outstanding travertine lake terraces close up.


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Amazing DuJiangYan!
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Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Upon arrival at Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport or train station, you will be greeted by our local tour guide and driver who will then transfer you to your hotel in Jiuzhaigou 88 km (55 miles) away in 2 hours.
In order to have more time in the park and avoid crowding, you will start early to discover Jiuzhaigou ('Nine Village Valley') Scenic Area, a wonderland named for its nine Tibetan villages.
You will visit Jiuzhaigou's three main valleys: Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, and Zechawa Valley. There, waiting for your appreciation, is the picturesque natural scenery of clear alpine lakes, overlapping waterfalls, colorful forests, snowcapped mountains, and blue ice.
Private vehicles are not allowed inside, so your guide will expertly direct you in taking the shuttle buses in the scenic area and touring around. A variety of restaurants are available in Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area, and your guide will recommend suitable dining places for you. If you like, we could arrange a picnic lunch instead.
After breakfast, take a 2-hour drive from Jiuzhaigou to Huanglong Scenic Area. Huanglong Valley has one of three most outstanding travertine lake terraces in the world. Colorful pools, snowcapped mountains, verdant forests, and a peaceful valley are Huanglong's four highlights.
To save your energy and time, we will arrange a cable car to the valley top, and then walk down the valley to enjoy the fantastic scenery all around you. After about 3–4 hours sightseeing in the valley, we will leave the park and enjoy a local lunch outside.
At the end of the tour, your guide will escort you to Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport or to the train station to your next destination. To allow enough time for Huanglong, a flight departing after 5pm is suggested.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.


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