Western Sichuan Gentle Loop for MY-SG Travellers 12D11N
INTRODUCTION

Discover the spectacular landscapes of Western Sichuan on a relaxed 12-day journey designed especially for Malaysian & Singaporean travellers. From Bipenggou, Mount Siguniang and Jiaju Tibetan Village to Tagong Grassland, Xinduqiao, Yuzixi, Gongga Snow Mountain and Kangding, experience snow-capped mountains, alpine lakes, Tibetan villages, grasslands and some of the best scenery along the Sichuan-Tibet landscape. The idea is simple: see more of Western Sichuan without making it an exhausting expedition. Expect scenic drives, easy walks, plenty of photography stops, comfortable hotels, hot springs and built-in downtime - plus time to explore Chengdu, giant pandas and local culture. Perfect for the MY-SG crowd who want the beauty and adventure of Western Sichuan travel without going full-on mountain warrior.

TRAVEL ROUTE

CHENGDU → BIPENGGOU → MT SIGUNIANG → JIAJU TIBETAN VILLAGE → XINDUQIAO → KANGDING → CHENGDU 

HIGHLIGHTS

🍀 Fully escorted tour with an English-speaking guide

🍀 Tailor-made private tour to fit your plan

🍀 No forced shopping stops

🍀 Comfortable transportation to sites 

🍀 Gourmet food of authentic local cuisine 

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

D1 | CHENGDU AIRPORT → DOWNTOWN HOTEL

D2 | CHENGDU → DUJIANGYAN → WENCHUAN → LI COUNTY → BIPENGGOU

D3 | BIPENGGOU → LIXIAO ROAD → DA’ERPU MEADOW → XIAOJIN → SIGUNIANG TOWN

D4 | SIGUNIANGSHAN TOWN → DANBA COUNTY TOWN → JIAJU TIBETAN VILLAGE

D5 | JIAJU TIBETAN VILLAGE

D6 | JIAJU → BAMEI → MOSHI → TAGONG GRASSLAND · MUYA MONASTERY → XINDUQIAO

D7 | XINDUQIAO → YUZIXI → HONGHAIZI → SIDINGCUO → KANGDING

D8 | KANGDING: MUGECUO

D9 | KANGDING → LUDING BRIDGE → YA’AN → CHENGDU

D10 | CHENGDU

D11 | CHENGDU

D12 | DOWNTOWN HOTEL → CHENGDU AIRPORT

SERVICE INCLUSIONS

☑ ACCOMM: 11N at deluxe hotels, based on twin-sharing

☑ MEAL: 11 breakfasts

☑ TRANSP: Air-conditioned private vehicle with an experienced driver

☑ GUIDE: Experienced English-speaking local guide

☑ SIGHTS: Entrance fees for all sights listed   

☑ OTHER: Food & lodgings for guide & driver           

☑ COMP: 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day

SERVICE EXCLUSIONS

Chinese visa

 International airfare

 Meals not specified

Travel insurance

Optional or additional activities

Personal expenditures

Tips for guide & driver

DAY BY ITINERARY

D1 | CHENGDU AIRPORT → DOWNTOWN HOTEL

       成都机场 → 市区酒店

      DRV. 40km/1hr

      O/N ALT. 500 m 

        

Airport-hotel transfer in Chengdu

 

D2 | CHENGDU → DUJIANGYAN → WENCHUAN → LI COUNTY → BIPENGGOU

       成都 → 都江堰 → 汶川 → 理县 → 毕棚沟

      DRV. 190km/3.5hr

      O/N ALT. 2,950 m 

        

Depart Chengdu Hotel, rest stops along Rongchang Expressway

Bipenggou Scenic Area 毕棚沟 (Incl. shuttle) - Longwang Lake lakeside photography, shuttle bus to Panyang Lake main viewing area, easy wooden boardwalk route with snow mountains, colourful forests, lakes & streams

After sightseeing, take shuttle back to the entrance

Hotel Public Natural Hot Spring 酒店公共天然温泉 - Evening hot spring soak to relax after the day's journey and walking 

 

D3 | BIPENGGOU → LIXIAO ROAD → DA’ERPU MEADOW → XIAOJIN → SIGUNIANG TOWN

       毕棚沟 → 理小路 → 大二普草甸 → 小金 → 四姑娘山镇

      DRV. 125km/3hr

      O/N ALT. 3,200 m 

        

 Depart hotel, take scenic Lixiao Road, with stops for photos along the way featuring virgin forests, red stone beaches & alpine meadows

 Siguniang Mountain · Shuangqiao Valley 四姑娘山·双桥沟 (Incl. shuttle) - Shuttle stops at key viewpoints; visit Renshengguoping, Longzhucuo & Sequoia Forest with easy flat walks, enjoying snow mountains, alpine meadows & virgin forests

 After sightseeing, return to Siguniangshan Town and check in at hotel

 

D4 | SIGUNIANGSHAN TOWN → DANBA COUNTY TOWN → JIAJU TIBETAN VILLAGE

       四姑娘镇 → 丹巴县城 → 甲居藏寨

      DRV. 110km/3hr

      O/N ALT. 1,800 m 

       

 Photo stops along the Panda Avenue  Scenic Viewpoints to capture canyon & countryside landscapes

 Jiaju Tibetan Village 甲居藏寨 (Incl. shuttle) - Vehicle reaches hotel inside the scenic area; transfer to village shuttle bus covering Viewpoints No. 1–5. Visit century-old Jiarong Watchtowers & traditional Tibetan houses. Easy village walking paths with plenty of rest areas

 Stay overnight at hotel inside the scenic area. Wake up to views of watchtowers, valley landscapes & Mt Moerduo. Two-night stay without changing hotels or travelling back and forth to the county town

 

D5 | JIAJU TIBETAN VILLAGE

       甲居藏寨

      DRV. ///

      O/N ALT. 1,800 m

        

 Jiaju Tibetan Village Morning Mist Panoram. Enjoy the morning mountain mist flowing over the watchtowers from the hotel terrace

 Village Leisure Walk. Easy stroll through ancient watchtowers

 Highland Relaxation at Jiaju Tibetan Village. No long-distance driving or additional paid attractions; enjoy a slow afternoon with tea on the hotel terrace, allowing time to rest and recover

 

D6 | JIAJU → BAMEI → MOSHI → TAGONG GRASSLAND · MUYA MONASTERY → XINDUQIAO

       甲居藏寨 → 八美 → 墨石公园 → 塔公草原 · 木雅大寺 → 新都桥

      DRV. 150km/4.5hr

      O/N ALT. 3,300 m

       

 Depart Jiaju Tibetan Village, with segmented driving & photo stops along the valley scenery

 Mos Stone Park 墨石公园 (Incl. shuttle) - Take shuttle bus to the core stone forest area and explore the unique grey stone forest landscape via flat boardwalks

 Tagong Grassland & Muya Temple 塔公草原 & 木雅大寺 - Walk along the prayer wheel corridor for a peaceful blessing experience and enjoy panoramic views of Mt Yala Snow Mountain

 Xinduqiao Ten-Mile Gallery Sunset 新都桥十里画廊日落 - Enjoy valley light and shadow scenery along the way before arriving in Xinduqiao for hotel check-in

 

D7 | XINDUQIAO → YUZIXI → HONGHAIZI → SIDINGCUO → KANGDING

       新都桥 → 鱼子西 → 红海子 → 斯丁措 → 康定

      DRV. 75km/2hr

      O/N ALT. 2,560 m

         

 Yuzixi Viewing Platform 鱼子西观景台 (Incl. shuttle ) - Easy grassland platform with 360° unobstructed views of Mt Gongga peaks

 Honghaizi Lake 红海子 - Lesser-known alpine lake with easy lakeside walking paths for photography

 Sidingcuo Lake 斯丁措 - Highland wetland lake with photo stops along the route to capture the scenery

 Arrive Kangding in the afternoon. Leisurely walk along Zheduo River, allowing gentle altitude adjustment

 

D8 | KANGDING: MUGECUO

       康定: 木格措

      DRV. 40km/1hr

      O/N ALT. 2,560 m

         

 Mugecuo Scenic Area 木格措景区 (Incl. shuttle) - Take the scenic shuttle bus directly to the main lake; visit Seven-Color Lake, Golden Beach & Medicine Pool Hot Spring. Enjoy free foot soaking at the hot spring, with forests, alpine lakes, snow mountains & natural hot springs in one scenic route

 Return to Hotel for Free Time & Rest

 

D9 | KANGDING → LUDING BRIDGE → YA’AN → CHENGDU

       康定  → 泸定桥 → 雅安 → 成都

      DRV. 110km/2.5hr

      O/N ALT. 500 m

 

 Depart Kangding, return to Chengdu

 Luding Bridge 泸定桥 - Easy visit to this historical red culture landmark via flat walking paths; approx. 30 minutes for photos

 Return to Chengdu by Expressway. Arrive at hotel for check-in, free afternoon to rest and relax, easing fatigue after several days of highland travel

 New Century Global Center 新世纪环球中心 - Visit Asia’s largest single-building urban complex before evening; enjoy a relaxing walk through the plaza and waterfront paths, with Chengdu’s southern city night views

 SKP Tower of Vitality 成都SKP生机之塔 - Visit this trendy landmark during blue hour; enjoy dynamic lighting, water mist art displays and barrier-free viewing areas showcasing modern city night scenery

 After the night tour, transfer back to hotel for rest

 

D10 | CHENGDU

       成都

      DRV. 40km/1hr

      O/N ALT. 500 m 

        

 Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding 成都大熊猫繁育研究基地 (Incl. shuttle) - Enter early to avoid crowds; take the park shuttle for a comfortable visit. Enjoy giant pandas of different ages, Panda Villas & bamboo forest scenery

 Wenshu Monastery 文殊院  - Explore this thousand-year-old royal Buddhist monastery with peaceful courtyards, greenery & minimal steps. Enjoy free prayer activities, ancient architecture and Chengdu’s slow-paced lifestyle atmosphere

 Yulin Road 玉林路 - Discover Chengdu’s trendy artistic old street; stroll along Yulin West Road and the popular bar area, experiencing local street life, creative vibes and relaxed citywalk atmosphere

 Jinjiang Riverside Walk 锦江滨河步道 - Evening stroll along the river with night views of Jiuyan Bridge & Anshun Bridge 

 After the night tour, transfer back to hotel for rest

 

D11 | CHENGDU

       成都

      DRV. 40km/1hr

      O/N ALT. 500 m

         

 People’s Park 人民公园 - Stroll through one of Chengdu’s classic urban parks and visit the century-old Heming Teahouse to experience authentic covered-bowl tea culture

 Tianfu Square 天府广场 - Visit Chengdu’s central landmark and admire views of the city’s central axis. Stop for photos at the Mao Zedong Statue Landmark 

 Taikoo Li & Chunxi Road Area 太古里春熙路街区 - Explore Chengdu’s vibrant modern shopping district while discovering its cultural highlights. Visit Daci Temple, an ancient temple surrounded by the bustling city, and take photos at the iconic IFS Panda Sculpture 

 Jinli Ancient Street Night Stroll 锦里古街夜游 - Enjoy an evening walk through the lantern-lit ancient street, featuring traditional West Sichuan architecture, local shops and intangible cultural heritage snack streets

 End of the day’s itinerary, transfer back to hotel for rest and luggage preparation

 

D12 | DOWNTOWN HOTEL → CHENGDU AIRPORT

       市区酒店  → 成都机场  

      DRV. 40km/1hr

      O/N ALT. ... 

        

 Hotel-Airport transfer in Chengdu 

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