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Western Sichuan - Daocheng Yading 8-Day 6-Night Essence Tour ( B - Deluxe Edition)

【Exclusive Complimentary】Portable oxygen cylinder (1/person),Professionally retouched Tibetan costume portrait (3 photos),Yak meat hotpot.
Joining: Chengdu
Leaving: Chengdu
Joining: Chengdu    Leaving: Chengdu
8 days & 6 nights

Price Details

# Depart on Type Price USD per person Remark
1 Daily Jul 10 - Dec 31 Double room $ 1280
2 Daily Jul 10 - Dec 31 Single room $ 1480

Departure Date:Departure daily minimum 2 people) 

Price:$1,280/person ( twin  room)  $1,480/person (single room) 

Price Explanation: 

1. Twin room: 1 room for 2 people; Single room: 1 room for 1 person.

2. This tour requires a minimum of 4 participants. If fewer than 4 people join, a price supplement (calculated based on 4 participants) will apply.

3. The supplement primarily covers basic operational costs such as vehicle rental and guide services to ensure service standards remain uncompromised. We appreciate your understanding.

4. Note: This itinerary is available for private group tours/customized tours (no minimum/maximum group size restrictions). For pricing and itinerary details, please contact our customer service.

Attention: this itinerary document is for reference only. Our company reserves the right to adjust the sequence and individual attractions in the itinerary based on season and time. All itineraries are subject to confirmation before departure. Updated on: Jul 18, 2025.


Highlights

⚜️【Premium Small Group】 Quality assurance, service assurance, safety assurance, zero shopping stops, no self-paid items, no hidden costs;
⚜️【All-Inclusive Package】 Covers all 5-star hotel accommodations, business-class vehicle , all attraction entrance tickets, English-speaking guide services;

⚜️【Exclusive Upgrade Enhanced deluxe business-class vehicles, featuring spacious interiors with reclinable seats, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
⚜️【Special Arrangements】
✓ Daocheng Yading: Hailed as "a city draped entirely in gold," featuring vast seas of flowers.
✓ Moshi Park: Known as "the alien planet hidden on the Western Sichuan Plateau," offering unique natural landscapes.
✓ Xinduqiao: Renowned as "a photographer's paradise," boasting pristine natural scenery.
✓ Sky Road 18 Bends: Features a breathtaking viewing platform overlooking the spectacular winding highway.
✓ Litang - Letong Ancient Town · Thousand-House Tibetan Village: The world's highest-altitude city, an ancient town steeped in history.
✓ Tagong Grassland: Dubbed "the place beloved by Buddha," providing a spiritual blessing experience beside sacred mountains and lakes.

⚜️【Exclusive Complimentary】Portable oxygen cylinder (1/person)Professionally retouched Tibetan costume portrait (3 photos)Yak meat hotpot.

Itinerary

Day 1

Home - Chengdu

Transport:Airplane
Breakfast: Not included
Lunch: Not included
Dinner:Not included
Accommodation: Airplane
Itinerary:

Today you will go to the airport to check in for your flight to Chengdu, China. Due to the time difference, it is recommended to confirm the local time and depart 1 day in advance, the exact time is subject to the arrival time, please choose an early flight to arrive. You will be spending the night on the plane, which may be cold, so it is recommended that you bring warm clothing. We wish you a good night's rest.


Day 2

Arrival in Chengdu

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Not included
Dinner:Not included
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Chengdu or similar
Itinerary:

Arrive in Chengdu today. Upon arrival, the tour guide will pick you up from the airport and assist you in checking into the hotel for rest. If you have enough time, you can also arrange free activities in the urban area on your own. It is recommended to visit attractions such as Jinli, Wuhou Temple, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, and Kuanzhai Alleys, taste Chengdu's characteristic delicacies, and experience the leisurely life of the "Land of Abundance".

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Day 3

Chengdu-267km(3h40min) Kangding- 60km(1h30min) Honghaizi Lake-46km(1h40min)Yuzixi- 88km(2h20min)Xinduqiao

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Included
Dinner:Included
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Chengdu Panda Garden by IHG-Near Panda Base or similar
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, depart from Chengdu via the Yakang Expressway to Tianquan, then to Luding in Ganzi. Heading west all the way, you will climb over the towering Erlang Mountain, reach the Dadu River, and pass through the 【Dadu River Valley】 to the "City of Love Songs" — [Kangding], to get a glimpse of Khampa culture. [Lake Honghaizi] in Kangding is a genuine "mirror of the sky", extremely mysterious, and only those who have been there can know how beautiful it is. Later, proceed to [Yuzixi], where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the entire Yala Sacred Mountain (one of the four sacred mountains in Tibetan areas and known as the "second Shambhala") and the entire range of the Muya Gongga Snow Mountains. It is a rare viewing and photography spot in the western slope area of Gongga. After that, take a vehicle to [Xinduqiao], known as the "paradise for photographers". Check into the hotel for rest.

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Day 4

Xinduqiao‌-160km(4h16min)Sky Road 18 Bends-175km(3h40min)Tu'ershan-20km(20min)‌Haizishan- 57km(55min)White Tower-81km(1h34min)Daocheng Yading

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Included
Dinner:Included
Accommodation: Crowne Plaze Yading or similar
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to [Sky Road 18 Bends], located on the road from Yajiang to Litang within Sichuan Province, along National Highway 318, crossing the 4,659-meter-high Jianziwan Mountain. A viewing platform on the mountainside offers panoramic vistas. The winding mountain road presents truly spectacular scenery.

After that, we will traverse the magnificent Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and visit the ancient glacial relics – the [Haizi Mountain] Nature Reserve. Haizi Mountain consists of 1,145 glacial lakes of varying sizes and rugged rock formations, representing a typical paleo-ice cap remnant.

Continue to [Tu'er Mountain] in Daocheng, situated in the northern part of Haizi Mountain Nature Reserve. Viewed from afar, its peaks resemble rabbit ears standing upright against the wind. The mountain features extraordinary terrain with barren summits, surrounded by steep glacial-erosion peak forest topography contrasted against crystalline glacial lakes, creating a profoundly grand spectacle.

En route, admire the captivating scenery of Chitu River Valley and idyllic Tibetan villages resembling hidden utopias. Visit [Daocheng White Tower], then arrive in Daocheng for hotel check-in.

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Day 5

Daocheng Yading One Day Tour

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Included
Dinner:Included
Accommodation: Crowne Plaze Yading or similar
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the scenic area to visit [Daocheng Yading](scenic sightseeing bus);
Sightseeing bus route reference: Tourist Center → Zhaguanbeng → Chonggu Temple → Luorong Pasture → Pearl Sea

At the tourist reception center, take the scenic sightseeing bus (approximately 1 hour one-way) to Zhaguanbeng. Walk about 10 minutes to Chonggu Temple, passing through Chonggu Meadow. Then take an electric shuttle bus to Luorong Pasture. Backed by the three sacred peaks of Chenrezig, Jampelyang, and Chanadorje, Luorong Pasture offers the best vantage point for viewing these snow-capped mountains. Afterwards, proceed to Pearl Sea for sightseeing, where you can admire the Chenrezig Snow Mountain.

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Day 6

Daocheng Yading‌-230km(3h)‌Le Tong Ancient Town-266km(4h)Xinduqiao

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Included
Dinner:Included
Accommodation: Xinduqiao Changyou Xingchen Hotel or similar
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, visit [LeTong Ancient Town] Thousand-House Tibetan Village Scenic Area, located in the northern old town area of Litang County. This site has been officially designated as a National 4A-Level Tourist Attraction.

Within the scenic area: The 6th Dalai Lama Tsangyang Gyatso wrote the prophetic verse: "Pure-white crane, lend me your wings / I shan’t fly far / Just circle Litang and return" – foretelling the rebirth of the Seventh Dalai Lama in Litang. [Renkang Old House]: Birthplace of the Seventh Dalai Lama Kelzang Gyatso (born January 9, 1708 AD). Former residence of the Fifth Jamyang Living Buddha. Former residence of General Huang Zhengqing, patriotic military leader. Over 4,000 traditional Tibetan dwellings forming the Thousand-House Tibetan Village.

Afterwards, return to Xinduqiao for hotel check-in and rest.

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Day 7

Xinduqiao‌-86km(2h15min)Tagong Grassland‌-20km(30min)Moshi Park‌-266km(5h)Chengdu

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Included
Dinner:Included
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Chengdu Panda Garden by IHG-Near Panda Base or similar
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Tagong and visit [Tagong Grassland]. Located at an altitude of 3,720 meters, it boasts lush water and grass, blooming wildflowers, and colorful prayer flags everywhere. The distant Yala Snow Mountain looms in and out of sight from time to time. "Tagong" means "a place loved by Bodhisattvas".

Then proceed to [Moshi Park] scenic area. It is a world geological wonder, known as an "exotic planet". It features eight major wonders: magnificent grasslands, graceful wetlands, fantasy-like ink stones, distinctive folk houses, plateau flower seas, golden autumn scenery, white pagodas and sacred temples, as well as sunrises and sunsets.

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Day 8

Chengdu -Home City

Transport:
Breakfast: At hotel
Lunch: Not included
Dinner:Not included
Accommodation:
Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Then you will be transferred to the airport/high-speed rail station according to your flight/train schedule to return home.


What's Included

1.Full 5-star hotel twin room with breakfast

2.Local English- speaking guide

3.7-seat commercial tour vehicle (comprehensive insurance)

4.Tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary
5. Tips for driver and guide

6. All lunches & dinners

Important Notice: The driver and guide's standard working hours are 10 hours. Any overtime, excluding delays caused by traffic or vehicle issues, will be subject to additional charges. This primarily applies to delays stemming from personal behavior or extended use of the vehicle and guide services after the daily itinerary has been completed.


What's Not Included

1. International & domestic airfares, visa fees;

2. Extra expenses arising from force majeure (e.g., transport delays, strikes, weather, aircraft/mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes);

3. Customs duties on personal items during entry/exit; overweight baggage handling/storage fees;

4.Personal hotel expenses (laundry, haircuts, phone calls, faxes, pay-TV, beverages, tobacco/alcohol);

5. All personal expenses and any fees not specified in inclusions.


Booking Guidelines

Special Notes:

1. The sequence of the itinerary, attractions, flights, and accommodation locations may be subject to temporary changes, modifications, or substitutions. The final itinerary will be confirmed by our company before departure.

2. Our company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and add additional charges due to factors such as airlines, visa issues, government regulations, weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances.

3. The flight numbers and times listed in the itinerary are for reference only and may be reasonably adjusted according to actual conditions.

Travel Instructions

① All participants in the tour group must assemble and depart on time. Please arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes in advance. Our company's tour bus will not wait for latecomers. If you fail to join the group at the agreed time and location, or are unable to catch up en route, it will be considered as an automatic waiver of the trip, and no refunds will be given.

② The pick-up and drop-off times indicated in the tour notification are estimated. The specific locations for boarding and alighting will be confirmed by our company. (In case of traffic conditions or other special circumstances that prevent our bus from arriving at the pick-up location on time or if there is a temporary change in schedule, our company will notify you promptly. Please wait patiently.)

③ There are three types of buses: large buses, minibuses, and 9-seater vans. Generally, large buses have dedicated luggage compartments for storing baggage, while minibuses and 9-seater vans have relatively smaller spaces for luggage storage. Given the limited space in the bus compartments, we recommend that you travel with as little luggage as possible. Our company will arrange the appropriate vehicle based on the final group size to ensure that each person has a seat.

④ To avoid excessive congestion at tourist attractions, in most cities, the parking spots for tour buses are located farther away from the attractions. Drivers are not allowed to park indiscriminately, as violations will result in hefty fines. Therefore, the boarding and alighting locations may be a certain distance from the attractions. We ask for the understanding of all group members.

Safety Tips for Traveling by Tour Bus:

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the bus.

② Do not carry any prohibited items.

③ Do not tamper with any objects on the bus to avoid unnecessary damage.

④ During temporary stops, please follow the arrangements of the tour guide and do not wander off.

⑤ When getting off the bus for sightseeing, dining, or shopping, please make sure to close the bus windows and take your valuables with you. The travel agency will not be responsible for any loss or theft.

⑥ Given the long travel time and heavy load on the vehicle, if the bus breaks down and affects the itinerary, the travel agency will take prompt remedial measures. Please cooperate fully.

Cancellation and Amendment Policy

Cancellation Terms:

(1) If canceled more than 60 days before departure (including the 60th day), a full refund will be given.

(2) If canceled between 30 to 59 days before departure (including the 30th day), a 10% service charge will be deducted.

(3) If canceled between 18 to 29 days before departure (including the 18th day), 50% of the total amount due on the booking will be charged.

(4) If canceled within 17 days before departure (including the 17th day), all vehicle and hotel reservations have been fully confirmed, and no refund will be given. However, a friend may be substituted to join the tour.

Notes:

(1) The cancellation policy does not apply to packages that include flights and cruises (subject to the policies of the airlines and cruise companies).

(2) If a participant fails to join the tour on the departure date, it will be considered as an automatic waiver, and no refund will be given.

(3) Any additional hotel bookings or services will be subject to the hotel's refund policy.

(4) If your company or the participant withdraws from the tour or fails to join any part of the itinerary due to personal reasons (such as lack of travel documents, visa issues, tardiness, illness, accidents, etc.), no refund will be given, and no alternative compensation will be provided.

Force Majeure Situations:

In the event that travel is disrupted due to weather, war, strikes, or other force majeure factors, our company will prioritize the safety of the guests' person and property. We reserve the right to cancel or adjust part or all of the itinerary. We will not be liable for any direct or indirect losses arising from force majeure, and no refunds will be given for the tour fees already paid.

Additional Payment Information:

(1) If there is a policy change by the airline that affects the ticket price, the difference must be paid according to the regulations. If the ticket is a group fare, it cannot be changed, transferred, or refunded.

(2) If there is a policy change in the destination country that affects the costs of items not included in the itinerary or other related expenses, the difference must be paid according to the regulations.

Warm Reminder: :

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We recommend that everyone purchase overseas travel insurance before traveling abroad. The link above is a commonly recommended insurance purchase link that we often share with our clients, and it is a very secure channel for buying insurance.

Of course, you may also choose to purchase insurance from a company you are familiar with.