4-Day Balang Mountain, Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden – Sichuan Tour
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4-Day Balang Mountain, Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden – Sichuan Tour

Secure your spot effortlessly by paying an 89 USD deposit online. The remaining balance can be easily settled upon your arrival in Chengdu. For a detailed breakdown of the package price, please refer to the price list in the product description below.

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Sku : CCD-D4-T15-2-10 Guests-06 May 2025-09 May 2025-6~75 years old
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Description

4-DAY ADVENTURE: Balang Mountain, Siguniang Mountain, Moon Lake, Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden, Xinduqiao, etc. – The Western Sichuan Loop Tour

Tour Prices/per person
Group Sizes Age Deposit (USD) Additional Payment (USD) Total Price (USD)
10-15 guests 2-5 years old 89  290  379 
10-15 guests 6-75 years old 89  402  491 
2-10 guests 2-5 years old 89  718  807 
2-10 guests 6-75 years old 89  831  920 
15-40 guests 2-5 years old 89  257  346 
15-40 guests 6-75 years old 89  371  460 

*Prices are per person on twin sharing. A single room surcharge (83 USD / Night ) applies if a traveler stays alone in a separate room at the designated hotel for the entire trip.

*Pay a 89 USD deposit online. The remaining balance can be easily settled upon your arrival in Chengdu.
*Due to occasional changes in attractions, weather, and other factors on different dates, all prices need to be reconfirmed before booking.

Tour Highlights

  • 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit: Explore Chengdu and its top attractions without needing a visa for up to 240 hours.
  • Moon Lake：Surrounded by lush forests and towering mountains, it’s a perfect spot for photography and appreciating the serene beauty of the Tibetan Plateau.
  • Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden: Coming here feels like stepping into a secluded paradise, a hidden gem in western Sichuan that’s perfect for a must-visit. Head to the Sky Garden to enjoy stunning views of Gongga Snow Mountain.
  • Mount Siguniang: Four strikingly beautiful peaks, diverse alpine landscapes, and rich ecological wonders.
  • Jiagenba: Once you enter the village, you’ll see cows and sheep grazing peacefully, with a single wooden bridge crossing over the stream. The roadside is filled with picturesque spots, and horses freely run across the fields. 
  • Moshi Stone Park: A world geological wonder known as an "alien planet".
  • Tagong Grassland:With an altitude of 3,720 meters, Tagong Grassland has gentle undulations under the sun, abundant water and grass, blooming wildflowers, and colorful prayer flags everywhere. The Yala Snow Mountain in the distance appears and disappears. "Tagong" means "the place liked by Bodhisattvas".
  • Yuzixi: A 360-degree viewing platform surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Here, you can see Yala Snow Mountain, Gongga Mountain Range, and Qingrao Sacred Mountain simultaneously.
  • Hong haizi: Called the "Sky Mirror Hidden among Mountains and Seas".
  • Muge Tso: Also known as "Wild Man Sea" or "Big Sea Son". It is at an altitude of 3,700 meters and is surrounded by mountains and forests.

4-Day Itinerary

+ DAY 1: Chengdu – Balang Mountain – Maobuliang Viewing Platform – Siguniang Mountain Shuangqiao Valley Scenic Area

The tour departs from downtown Chengdu (pickup service is available within the city's third ring road; the exact time will be confirmed by staff the evening before departure). The journey follows the China Panda Avenue, crossing over Balang Mountain before reaching the viewing platform. After lunch, we will head to the Shuangqiao Valley Scenic Area in Siguniang Mountain for sightseeing, with a minimum of 3 hours allocated for exploration. Entrance tickets will be scanned on-site for access. After the visit, the driver will pick up the group at the entrance of the scenic area and continue the journey to Danba County or Rilong Town for overnight accommodation. The drive to Danba or Bamei takes approximately 2 hours. After dinner, check in to the hotel and enjoy some rest.
Warm Tips:

1. About the Gathering: The general departure time is 07:00 AM (subject to change; the guide will notify you the night before). During holidays, the departure time may be brought forward to around 5:00 AM, and the pick-up time may be adjusted by 1-1.5 hours earlier.

2. Guide Contact: The guide will contact you between 18:00 and 21:00 the night before departure. Please remember the departure time, location, car plate number, and guide’s details, and keep your phone available. If you do not receive any contact by 21:00, please reach out to us.

3. Traffic Delays: During peak season, you may encounter traffic congestion. Please bring some snacks for the journey.

4. Itinerary Adjustments: The guide may adjust the order of visits depending on road and traffic conditions.

5. Due to its special location (along a major traffic route), the Maobuliang Viewing Platform will not be included during peak season (July to September) and public holidays, and visits will be canceled during these times.

6. Luggage Restrictions: Each person is allowed to carry only 1 suitcase with a maximum size of 24 inches. Please plan your packing accordingly.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Danba / Siguniang Mountain Town

+ DAY 2: Danba / Siguniang Mountain Town – Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform – Moxi Stone Park – Gunong Village – Tagong – Yuzixi – Xinduqiao

After breakfast, depart for the Yala Snow Mountain Viewing Platform, where you will have at least 10 minutes to enjoy the panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks. Next, head to Moxi Stone Park for at least 1 hour of exploration. Entrance will be accessed by queuing on-site. Then, proceed to Tagong Grassland, where you will spend approximately 30 minutes. Located at an altitude of 3,720 meters, Tagong Grassland is a tranquil place bathed in sunlight, with gently rolling hills, lush vegetation, wildflowers in full bloom, and colorful prayer flags scattered throughout. In the distance, Yala Snow Mountain appears intermittently. The name Tagong means “a place favored by Bodhisattvas.” In the afternoon, travel to the Yuzixi Sunset Viewing Spot, with an estimated 1.5-hour drive and a minimum 30-minute stay for sightseeing. After the visit, return to Xinduqiao Town, which takes about 1 hour by car. After dinner, check in to your hotel for the night.
Kind Reminders:

1. If Yuzixi is inaccessible, it will be replaced with alternative viewpoints of similar type, such as Balang Shengdu Village, Zhazhen, or Xinduqiao Viewing Platform. Please note that any additional costs for transfer vehicles, cleaning fees, or similar expenses at these alternative sites will be at your own expense.

2. The weather in the highland areas can be unpredictable. Some mountain passes have high altitudes and strong winds. When visiting Yuzixi, please make sure to bring warm clothing, scarves, hats, and other protective gear to guard against the wind and cold.

3.Yuzixi has poor road conditions, and during the peak season, heavy traffic can lead to significant delays. As a result, the return time to Xinduqiao in the evening cannot be predicted.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Xinduqiao Town

+ DAY 3: Xinduqiao – Jiagenba – Moon Lake – Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden – Xinduqiao

After breakfast, depart for Shade Town and then head to Moon Lake for at least 1 hour of sightseeing. In the afternoon, depending on the time, proceed to Jiagenba. Following that, visit Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden, which requires a shuttle transfer to the mountain. You will have a minimum of 30 minutes to explore the Sky Garden. After finishing the afternoon activities, return to Xinduqiao Town for check-in at the hotel.

Reminder:

1. Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden: Due to local village regulations in western Sichuan, there is a cleaning fee of 30 RMB per person (subject to local charging standards). Currently, due to limited road conditions, business vehicles and minibuses cannot reach the mountain. The itinerary vehicle fee covers only the drive to Jiagenba Town. If you wish to visit the viewing platform at the Sky Garden, you will need to pay the local shuttle transfer fee, which is approximately 280-320 RMB per vehicle (for a 5-seat SUV).

2. Important Reminder: Jiagenba is not a fixed sightseeing stop but a general administrative region name. The town of Jiagenba will be visited along the way, mainly for scenic views of streams, meadows, and yaks. There is no fixed parking spot for photos, and the stop duration will be arranged by the driver based on the actual situation.

3.If Zesangla Gongga Sky Garden cannot be visited due to special circumstances, it will be replaced with the Gongga Viewing Platform at Juri Monastery, with a shuttle fee of 320 RMB per vehicle (for a 5-seat SUV).
4.In the event of traffic congestion or road closures on Highway 434, the route will be adjusted to pass through Zheduo Mountain, and the Hong Haizi and Airport Road scenic spots will be canceled. The Zheduo Mountain Pass will be added as a sightseeing stop.

5.The shuttle fee for Gongga Sky Garden may increase during public holidays. The actual price will be based on the local charging standard.

6.Moon Lake and Gongga Sky Garden are subject to local winter weather conditions. During the autumn and winter seasons, the mountains may be closed for fire prevention. If the mountain is closed during this period, the visit will be changed to other viewpoints in Xinduqiao or Jiagenba (e.g., Juri Monastery Viewing Platform or Balang Shengdu Viewing Platform).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Xinduqiao

+ DAY 4: Xinduqiao – Xinduqiao Viewing Platform – Hong Haizi – 434 Airport Road – Muge Tso – Chengdu

After breakfast, depart for the Xinduqiao Viewing Platform to enjoy the scenic views. After the visit, continue on to Hong Haizi. Then, proceed to the Muge Tso Scenic Area, which will take about 50 minutes by car. You will have at least 3 hours to explore the area. Once your visit is complete, the driver will meet the group at the entrance to the scenic area. Afterward, head to Kangding for lunch. In the evening, the group will return to Chengdu, arriving around 7-8 PM, concluding the pleasant journey.
Reminder:

1. The regular return time is around 7-8 PM, but it may vary depending on traffic, the pace of the day's sightseeing, weather conditions, and other factors. Therefore, it’s advisable to book a flight or train for the next day.

2.If there is traffic congestion or road closure on Highway 434, the route will be adjusted to pass through Zheduo Mountain, and the Hong Haizi and Airport Road scenic spots will be canceled. Instead, a stop at the Zheduo Mountain Pass will be added for sightseeing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Itinerary for the Day:
After breakfast, depart for the Siguniang Mountain Shuangqiao Valley Scenic Area, with at least 3 hours allocated for sightseeing. Recommended way to explore: A combination of sightseeing bus and hiking.
Typical sightseeing route:
Take the scenic area shuttle bus at the entrance, and after about 40 minutes, reach the end point at the Red Cedar Forest. From there, walk back to the entrance, passing through the following spots: Red Cedar Forest – Potala Peak – Siguniang Lake – Nianyu Dam – Longzhu Lake – Yunshan Yu Service Center – Ginseng Fruit Plain – Scenic Area Entrance. There are shuttle buses at each scenic spot in Shuangqiao Valley. However, it is recommended to walk between some of the points, especially between Potala Peak – Siguniang Lake, Nianyu Dam, Longzhu Lake – Yunshan Yu Service Center, as these areas offer beautiful photo opportunities. After finishing the sightseeing, the driver will meet you at the entrance of the scenic area. Next, head to the Maoniling Viewing Platform, with at least 15 minutes to enjoy the view. Maoniling Viewing Platform has no entrance fee. It is an excellent spot to enjoy the panoramic view of Siguniang Mountain, including breathtaking views of the sunrise and sunset. Standing here, you can see the four peaks stretching from north to south in a row. Among them, the Yao Mei Peak, at 6,250 meters, stands out remarkably. Afterward, cross over Balang Mountain and arrive in Chengdu around 8:00 PM, marking the end of the tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Map

Tour 'Wow' Points

Mount Siguniang

Nestled in the heart of Sichuan, Siguniang Mountain is a breathtaking natural wonder, renowned for its majestic peaks and stunning landscapes. Known as one of China’s most beautiful mountain ranges, it offers panoramic views of its four towering summits, each with its own unique charm. The mountain is a perfect spot to witness magical sunrises and sunsets that light up the snow-capped peaks in a dazzling display of colors. For adventure seekers, the region offers pristine trekking routes through alpine forests, meadows, and crystal-clear lakes, while those seeking tranquility will find peace in its serene surroundings. The rich Tibetan culture, reflected in the local monasteries and villages, adds another layer of allure to this stunning destination. Whether you’re a nature lover, photographer, or trekker, Siguniang Mountain offers an unforgettable experience that blends natural beauty with cultural richness.

Zesangla Gonga Sky Garden

Located in western Sichuan's Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, is a stunning destination at over 4,000 meters above sea level. Known as the "Sky Garden" of Mount Gongga, it features vibrant flower fields, alpine vegetation, and breathtaking mountain views. The area offers a serene experience, with panoramic views of Gongga and surrounding snow-capped peaks.



This site is perfect for nature lovers and photographers, and it’s also an ideal spot to experience Tibetan culture. Visitors can interact with local herders, learn about their traditions, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Tibetan plateau.

Yala Snow Mountain

Yala Snow Mountain is a breathtaking destination that captivates visitors with its awe-inspiring beauty and deep spiritual significance. As one of the highest peaks in the region, it offers panoramic views of snow-capped summits, lush valleys, and tranquil lakes, making it a paradise for nature lovers, photographers, and adventurers alike. Revered in Tibetan culture as a "Holy Mountain," it is home to sacred monasteries and spiritual sites that provide a glimpse into the region's rich heritage. Visitors can explore scenic trekking routes that wind through alpine meadows, dense forests, and crystal-clear streams, while enjoying the diverse flora and fauna, including rare species like the snow leopard. The peaceful lakes tucked within the mountain’s embrace mirror the majestic peaks, offering a serene retreat into nature's untouched beauty. 

Tagong Grassland

Tagong Grassland is a hidden gem that offers an authentic taste of the region's natural beauty and Tibetan culture. This expansive plateau, surrounded by stunning mountains, is a paradise for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The grassland stretches endlessly under vast blue skies, dotted with wildflowers and grazing yaks, creating a serene and picturesque landscape. Visitors can immerse themselves in the local Tibetan culture, enjoying traditional yurts, vibrant festivals, and warm hospitality. The area is perfect for hiking, horseback riding, and photography, with stunning views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. 

Hong Haizi

located in Kangding City, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, is a stunning high-altitude lake at 4,200 meters, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forests. The crystal-clear water sparkles under the sun, and on calm days, the lake mirrors the majestic peaks, earning it the nickname "Mirror of the Sky." A haven for birdwatchers, it attracts migratory birds like black-necked cranes, grey cranes, and swans each spring and autumn. Beyond its natural beauty, the area is rich in Tibetan culture, with nearby villages and monasteries offering insight into Tibetan Buddhism and Thangka art.



Price Includes & Price Excludes

Price Includes Price Excludes
  • Three nights hotel accommodations
  • Personal expenses, damages to public property, or extra costs incurred by tourists at attractions.
  • Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers （50 USD）
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • A single room surcharge (83 USD / Night ) applies if a traveler stays alone in a separate room at the designated hotel for the entire trip.
  • If the number of passengers for the Sky Garden shuttle is fewer than 5, an additional fee will be required.
  • Drivers & air-conditioned vehicles
  • Children under 12 years old are provided with half-sized portions of meals and a seat on the tour bus (excluding transportation fees within scenic areas). Any additional expenses are the responsibility of the child’s guardian.
  • Entrance fees to tourist sites

*Please note that tickets for scenic areas and performances are limited and require real-name registration. To book tickets, please provide accurate ID information (name and ID number) in advance. Once the ticket booking is confirmed, travel arrangements can proceed. Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged after issuance. If tickets are pre-sold, availability will be confirmed at the time of issuance. If tickets are unavailable, we recommend choosing alternative routes. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Any additional costs resulting from personal or property losses due to your own breach of contract, fault, illness, or similar reasons.
  • Insurance ( maximum coverage of 100,000 CNY. The insurance company retains the final right of interpretation)
  • Additional costs due to weather conditions, traffic delays, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
  • The children's price includes meals, half-sized portions, a seat on the bus, and guide services.
  • It does not cover entrance fees, sightseeing buses, cable cars, insurance, or performance tickets at scenic spots. Any additional expenses will be charged according to the actual rates and are the responsibility of the child's guardian.
  • Any costs not listed under 'Service Items-Quotation Inclusions' are not covered.

    Avoid Travel During Chinese Public Holidays:

    • New Year's Day: January 1

    • Spring Festival (Chinese New Year): January 28 – February 4

    • Valentine’s Day: February 14

    • Qingming Festival: April 4 – April 6

    • Labor Day: May 1 – May 5

    • Dragon Boat Festival: May 31 – June 2

    • Mid-Autumn Festival: October 6

    • National Day Holiday: October 1 – October 8

    Traveler Information

    Adult: 6~75 years old
    Child: 2-5 years old

    Change & Cancellation Policies

    • If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00 on the day 10 day(s) before departure, no fee will be charged for cancellation.
    • If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00 on the day 7 day(s) before departure, a fee of 10% will be charged.
    • If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00 on the day 3 day(s) before departure, a fee of 30% will be charged.
    • If a cancellation request is submitted before 00:00 on the day 1 day before departure, a fee of 100% will be charged.
    • If a discount is applied, the fee will be calculated as a proportion of the pre-discount price. It will not exceed the amount actually paid.
    • *Partial refund not available
    • *If you need to change the date, please cancel the booking and then rebook.

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