Sichuan Discovery Journey

Chengdu, Sanxingdui & Jiuzhaigou

5days / 4nights

$ 950 USD

A soft-paced cultural & natural immersion from pandas to ancient civilizations to fairyland valleys.

This journey takes you deep into the heart of Sichuan — a place where ancient civilizations, living traditions, and breathtaking natural landscapes coexist with one of China’s most relaxed urban cultures. From Chengdu’s panda sanctuaries and temple courtyards, to the mysterious bronze masks of Sanxingdui, to the crystal-blue lakes and forests of Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, this itinerary blends culture, nature, and comfort at a gentle, family-friendly pace. Travel by high-speed train, stay in handpicked hotels, and enjoy seamless logistics curated by Kiki Holidays.

Highlights

Start: Chengdu

End:Chengdu

Airports & Travel details

Smooth, Comfortable Travel Flow

High-speed trains, curated pacing, and handpicked hotels make the journey effortless and family-friendly.

Itinerary Summary

5days / 4nights

Activity Level 4

Boutique Hotels

Private trip

Day 1: Arrival in Chengdu – Slow First Taste of the City

Arrive in Chengdu and meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel. After settling in, enjoy a relaxed city walk — perhaps wandering through Wide & Narrow Alleys or Jinli Old Street to feel Chengdu’s signature comfort and charm.
Most Attractive Moment: Your first sip of Chengdu’s famous jasmine tea in a courtyard teahouse — the perfect welcome to a laid-back city.
Activity Breakdown: Airport Pick-Up • Free Walk (1–3 hrs)

Day 2: Pandas & Sanxingdui – Train to Jiuzhaigou

Begin the morning at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, watching pandas play, climb, and nap in bamboo forests. In the afternoon, take a quick train to Guanghan to explore the Sanxingdui Museum, home to ancient bronze masks, sacred trees, and newly unearthed treasures. Transfer to the station for a comfortable train ride to Jiuzhaigou Town and check in.
Most Attractive Moment: Standing before the dramatic bronze masks of Sanxingdui — still enigmatic, still awe-inspiring.
Activity Breakdown: Panda Base (2–3 hrs) • Sanxingdui (2–3 hrs) • Train to Jiuzhaigou

Day 3: Full-Day Exploration of Jiuzhaigou National Park

Spend the entire day inside Jiuzhaigou, one of China’s most iconic national parks. Discover the dreamlike beauty of Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, and Zechawa Valley — mirror-like lakes, cascading waterfalls, alpine meadows, and old-growth forests.
Most Attractive Moment: Watching the colors shift across Five-Flower Lake, one of the most magical sights on Earth.
Activity Breakdown: Jiuzhaigou Park Full Day (6–8 hrs)

Day 4: Huanglong – Return to Chengdu

Travel to the dazzling Huanglong Scenic Area, famous for its terraced turquoise pools, snow-capped peaks, and sacred Tibetan landscapes. Visit highlights such as Five-Color Pond, Welcome Pool, and ancient calcified terraces. Later, head to Songpan Station to board the high-speed train back to Chengdu.
Most Attractive Moment: Watching sunlight reflect off Huanglong’s layered pools — a natural palette of blues and golds.
Activity Breakdown: Huanglong (4–5 hrs) • Train to Chengdu

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High Altitude Reaction:

1. the average altitude in Yunnan is 1894 meters. Kunming: 1890 meters. Dali: 2050 meters. Lijiang: 2400 meters, Jade Dragon Mountain: 4506 meters. Shangri-La: 3280 meters. We strongly suggest our consumers thoroughly prepare for high-altitude reactions and intense ultraviolet rays. By preparing these, you can take high-altitude reaction medicines or bring some Oxygen Can before you depart.

2. If you suffer any diseases, please advise your doctor before you depart.

There are various kinds of heart disease, high blood pressure, blood diseases, cerebrovascular diseases, diseases of the respiratory system, and so on.

3. We don’t suggest our guests take showers in the first two days in a high-altitude area. If they get cold, it may easily lead to pulmonary edema and encephaloma.

4. Please don’t drink any alcohol, especially any strong liquids, since alcohol will lead to a high severe altitude reaction.

The price excludes：

1. Other personal expenses during the journey.

2. Our accommodation prices are for twin rooms (two people live in one room, with a separate bed/one bed). There will be an extra cost if consumers require a separate room for each person.

3. Chinese Visa Fees.

4. The extra expense is due to transportation delays, cancellations, wars, natural accidents, and strikes.

5. Meals (lunch and dinner)

Accommodations

We pick suitable and tasteful hotels for your requirements.

Transfer

We provide your own private and comfortable vehicle.

Guide/Driver service

Professional driver and Chinese/ English speaking guide.

Activities

All the activities listed in this program.

Local Knowledge

Our staff are locals with true love and knowledge of our hometown.

Entrance tickets for the sightseeing places listed in this program.

Tickets

Personalized Consultant Service

we provide one-on-one professional consultant service to all travelers to meet your demands.

Insurance

Travel accident insurance and Travel Agency’s Responsibility insurance.

How’s the weather? What should we wear?

Yunnan is dominated by the subtropical monsoon climate. Integrating low latitude, highland, and monsoon, the climate in Yunnan has four characteristics: first, there is a slight difference in annual temperature but a significant difference in daily temperature. Second, there is a big contrast between the rainy and dry seasons. Third, the climate alters according to the change in altitude. Fourth, the frost-free period is extended.
When you travel to Yunnan, the best advice for your wardrobe is to bring all kinds of clothes. A jacket, scarf, raincoat for the rainy season, and sunglasses are essential.

How’s the accommodation?

We believe that staying in a beautiful boutique hotel is one of the most essential parts of the journey. We strongly advise guests to choose hotels with comfortable service and tasteful design. Due to the diversity of ethnic culture, Yunnan has some extraordinary hotels that can bring you the most unforgettable memories. We offer various accommodation choices, from famous international brands to local boutique resorts.

How’s the road?

Because the significant landscape in Yunnan is mountainous, the mountain area has bumpy roads and steep slopes. Even on the expressway, there are always sharp turns. So we strongly suggest our guests fasten their seat belts before they depart.

How’s the meal?

Most hotels will provide breakfast in both American and Chinese. During the travel, we will recommend featured local dishes and street food for our consumers. We also encourage our consumers to explore the local food they like since eating is essential for a journey. Our guide will suggest a suitable restaurant to our consumers.

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Accommodations

Being in a beautiful boutique hotel is one of the most essential parts of a journey. We strongly advise guests to choose hotels with comfortable service and tasteful design. Due to the diversity of ethnic cultures, Yunnan has some extraordinary hotels that can bring you unforgettable memories. We offer various accommodation choices, from famous international brands to local boutique resorts.