4 Days Western Sichuan Tibetan Spring Tour from Chengdu

4-Day Western Sichuan Tibetan Spring Tour from Chengdu

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Chengdu
Ganzi
Ganzi

Experience China's Ancient Capitals: Chengdu and Ganzi

Chengdu, located in southwest China, is the capital city of Sichuan Province and an important cultural, commercial and transportation center in western China. As an ancient city with a long history, Chengdu has a long cultural tradition and rich historical heritage. Chengdu is a modern city full of vitality and creativity, while also retaining many ancient traditional cultural elements.
Garze, located in the western part of Sichuan Province, China, is a multi-ethnic area and an important part of the Tibetan area. Garze has a high terrain, cool climate and beautiful scenery, and is known as the “Garden on the Roof of the World”.
In Garze, you can appreciate the magnificence and tranquility of the original nature, feel the simple Tibetan folk customs, taste authentic Tibetan cuisine, and experience the unique Tibetan lifestyle. Whether you are pursuing the beauty of nature or looking for the tranquility of the soul, Garze can bring you a unique and unforgettable travel experience.
This package includes accommodation in a top four-star or five-star hotel, daily breakfast, an English-speaking local guide, all transportation services, and customized experience options. This is an ideal introduction to China for first-time travelers brought to you by Hello China Trip.

Travel Itinerary

Your private guide and driver will pick you up from downtown Chengdu and drive you to Li County after a 3-hour drive. Explore Bipenggou, which features classic alpine landscapes including pristine forests, plateau lakes, snow-capped mountains, dingdong streams, and pristine meadows. Bipenggou is a year-round destination with different views in different seasons, but spring is the best time to enjoy the flowers. After the tour, we will head to Maerkang and stay overnight.

Meals included: None

Visit Jinchuangou, enjoy the pear blossoms, take photos, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Explore Jiaju Tibetan Village, which is famous for its beauty and well-preserved Tibetan culture. Enjoy a Tibetan hot pot dinner and stay overnight in Jiaju Tibetan Village.

Meals included: Breakfast

Note: If the activity attraction is closed on the day, the itinerary may be adjusted.

Explore Huiyuan Temple, the only royal temple outside of Tibet before modern times. It is overlooked by tourists but contains pure Tibetan culture and art. Visit the vast Tagong Grassland and enjoy the local scenery on horseback. Tagong Grassland is the most famous and beautiful grassland in Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Overnight in the picturesque Tibetan town of Xinduqiao.

Meals included: Breakfast

Enter China’s only well-preserved plateau wetland national reserve, which focuses on the protection and sustainable development of the ecological environment and preserves its original natural features. Then we will drive you to Dujiangyan to enjoy the magnificent scenery.

Meals included: Breakfast

Continue to explore the Tagong Grassland, wake up in the morning to the sweetness of spring on the plateau In the afternoon, we will transfer you to the airport to take your flight home and end this trip.

Meals included: Breakfast

Note: For small group tour participants, a transfer service to the airport can be arranged upon request.

Tour 'Wow' Points

Enjoy the gorgeous mountain flowers on the snowy plains:

The pear blossom season in Jinchuangou is from mid-March to early April, and the azalea season in Bipenggou is in May. No matter which month of spring you visit, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery.

jinchuangou
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Spend the night in an idyllic Tibetan village and experience Tibetan culture:

Jiaju Tibetan Village, named “China’s Most Beautiful Village” by National Geographic China in 2005, is a typical and richest representative of Jiarong Tibetan culture.

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Travel the vast Tagong grassland on horseback:

Tour Tagong on horseback like a local. Admire the snow-capped Yala Mountains, the magnificent golden Paduga, and the charming grasslands. The Yala Mountain area has spectacular scenery for you to enjoy.

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tagong

Explore the only Tibetan royal temple in Ganzi:

Huiyuan Temple, built in 1728, is a prime example of Kham (the southeastern third of the medieval Tibetan kingdom) art, with many precious cultural relics and one of the main sacrificial sites for Sichuan Tibetans.

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huiyuan

Take a stroll through the picturesque Bipenggou and breathe in the purer spring air:

Bipenggou is at a higher altitude, so spring arrives later than other places at 30°N. Enjoy the stunning alpine scenery with colorful flowers, pristine forests, and snow-capped peaks.

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ganzi

Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions:

  • Admission fees: to sightseeing spots and activities specified.
  • Accommodation: hotels based on double/twin occupancy as specified.
  • Meals: as specified in the itinerary.
  • Tour guide: excellent private English-speaking guide.
  • Transfers: land transfer with drivers as specified.
  • Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour.
  • Government taxes and fees.

Exclusions

  • International flights to/from China.
  • China visa fees.
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of a personal nature.
  • Our tour package does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before your trip to protect for any unforeseen circumstances.
  • Small group tour travelers – Airport transfer service from hotel to Xi’an Xi’anyang International Airport.

Important Information

Important information – PRIVATE TOUR

  • This is a private tour for your group of family or friends. There will be no other travelers in the group apart from you.
  • Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Prices based on twin occupancy.
  • The prices shown are not valid during China’s Official Holidays (such as National Day and Chinese Spring Festival).
  • Any city not included in the existing tour package can be added to this tour and taken as an addition to this Private tour.
  • Entering and exiting China from Hong Kong and Taipei are also available.
  • Stays at entering and exiting cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei) can be extended.

Important information – SMALL GROUP TOUR

  • This is a small group tour with a fixed itinerary and guaranteed departures.
    You will travel with other people (maximum of 12).
  • Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • The tour guide may adjust the itinerary due to closure of the museums each Monday.
  • At the conclusion of the tour, a transfer from your hotel to Hongqiao or Pudong Airport in Shanghai is available upon request at a surcharge.
  • Stays at entering and exiting cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Taipei) can be extended.
    Prices based on twin occupancy.
  • The prices shown are not valid during China’s Official Holidays (such as National Day and Chinese Spring Festival).
  • The maximum number of passengers in a small group tour is 12 people.

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