Is a heavy hiking boot necessary for the trails

No, heavy hiking boots are not needed as most trails are well-maintained. Comfortable water-proof, low-top or mid-top shoes are sufficient.

Is prior verification necessary for WeChat in China, and can it be done using a Chinese SIM card?

Yes, it's advisable to set up WeChat in China, which may be easier with a Chinese SIM card.

What are the food arrangements?

Specific details on meals can be provided by the tour operator, often meals will be arranged at local restaurants or included as part of the hotel package.

Could you provide hotel info including names and addresses for China visa application?

China has a visa-free policy for passport holders of Australia and New Zealand for trips 15 days or less. If your trip is more than 15 days, you will need a visa. Please confirm your nationality and travel dates to determine visa requirements.

Are Covid tests required to enter China?

No, Covid tests are no longer needed for those entering China.

Are there meal inclusions?

Yes, meals are generally included in the tour package. Specifics can be found in tour itineraries or provided upon request.

How are tour gear and luggage handled?

Tour gear and luggage are generally transferred by vehicle to the hotels. You'll only need to carry personal items in a day-pack during hikes.

What are the recommended accommodations in Chengdu for a first-time visitor?

For your first visit to Chengdu, consider hotels around Wide and Narrow Alleys, People’s Park, Jinli Street, Wuhou Temple, or Chunxilu Walking Street and Taikoo Li downtown area. These locations are central and convenient for exploring Chengdu's traditional tourist attractions.

Can 10-year China visas issued before 2020 be used to visit China?

Yes, visas issued before March 28, 2020, can now be used again to visit China.

What are the hiking conditions like?

The hiking trails are generally in very good condition, and the operator may provide photos of the trails if requested.

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14 Day Walking Tour to Sichuan’s UNESCO World Heritages, Sichuan Province, China

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Having our own private guide and private driver was an amazing experience. Leo knew all the parks and trails around Sichuan 四川, by heart.
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Operator: Sichuan Adventure
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Chinese
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Chengdu
Start point
成都双流国际机场, Chengdu Shi, Sichuan, China (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, 00:00 - 23:55)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner with Sichuan cuisine)
Accommodation
Hotel (Dorsett Hotel)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with Sichuan cuisine
Day 2
Mount Qingcheng
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Panda Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Dujiangyan Irrigation System with guided exploration
- Visit temples and ancient trade trails at Dujiangyan
- Explore Mount Qingcheng by walking and cable car
- Visit traditional Taoist temples scattered in the woods and mountains
Landmarks
Dujiangyan Irrigation System
Mount Qingcheng
Day 3
Dujiangyan to Jiuzhaigou
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Ya'an)
Included Activities
- Visit Songpan Ancient Town
Landmarks
Songpan Ancient Town
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Day 4
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Ya'an)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing bus to highest elevation in Jiuzhaigou
- Walking exploration of lakes and waterfalls
- Forest exploration
Landmarks
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Day 5
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Ya'an)
Included Activities
- Walking exploration of different lakes and waterfalls
- Visit Tibetan village
- Wildlife viewing (pandas, golden monkeys, birds, mandarin ducks)
Landmarks
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Day 6
Songpan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Xiangxiong Guesthouse Songpan Ancient Town)
Included Activities
- Visit Huanglong National Park
- Hiking exploration with cable car
- Mountain and forest viewing
Landmarks
Huanglong National Park
Day 7
Taoping Qiang Minority Village
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Taoziping Guesthouse )
Included Activities
- Hiking in Mounigou Park forests
- Visit Zhaga Waterfall
- View lakes in Mounigou Park
- Visit Taoping Qiang Minority Village watchtowers
- Explore Qiang culture and architecture
Landmarks
Mounigou Park
Zhaga Waterfall
Taoping Qiang Minority Village
Day 8
Shuangqiao Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Guishan Hotel Mt.Siguniang Town)
Included Activities
- Explore Shuangqiao Valley of Mount Siguniang National Park by sightseeing bus and hiking
- View snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and forests
Landmarks
Wolong Nature Reserve
Mount Siguniang
Shuangqiao Valley
Day 9
Changping Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Guishan Hotel Mt.Siguniang Town)
Included Activities
- Hiking in Changping Valley
- View four peaks over 5,000 meters
- Wildlife and nature viewing (yaks, horses)
Landmarks
Changping Valley
Day 10
Leshan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Jinye Chanyi Holiday Hotel )
Included Activities
- Visit Wolong Panda Base
Landmarks
Wolong Panda Base
Leshan
Day 11
Mount Emei
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Mt.Emei)
Included Activities
- Visit Leshan Giant Buddha
- Walk around the Buddha statue
- Explore temples and gardens at Leshan
- Hiking on Mount Emei
Optional Activities
- Walk around hotel area to explore before dinner
Landmarks
Leshan Giant Buddha
Mount Emei
Day 12
Leidongping
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Guesthouse (Qixiangju Guesthouse)
Included Activities
- Hiking to Wannian Monastery
- Visit 400-year-old brick building at Wannian Monastery
- Visit Emeishan Botanic Garden
- Sightseeing bus to Leidongping
Landmarks
Wannian Monastery
Emeishan Botanic Garden
Leidongping
Day 13
Huanglongxi Ancient Town - Chengdu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell dinner with Sichuan cuisine)
Accommodation
Hotel (Celebrity Ruicheng Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walk around Golden Summit
- View 48-meter-high Buddha statue at Golden Summit
- Cable car descent from Golden Summit
- Sightseeing bus down Mount Emei (approximately 2 hours)
- Visit Huanglongxi Ancient Town
- Explore temples, alleyways, and riverside teahouses
- Farewell dinner with Sichuan cuisine
Landmarks
Golden Summit
Mount Gongga
Huanglongxi Ancient Town
Day 14
Chengdu Departure
End point
成都双流国际机场, Chengdu Shi, Sichuan, China (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, 00:00 - 23:55)

Landmarks
Dujiangyan Irrigation System
Mount Qingcheng

Landmarks
Songpan Ancient Town
Jiuzhaigou National Park

Landmarks
Jiuzhaigou National Park

Landmarks
Jiuzhaigou National Park

Landmarks
Huanglong National Park

Landmarks
Mounigou Park
Zhaga Waterfall
Taoping Qiang Minority Village

Landmarks
Wolong Nature Reserve
Mount Siguniang
Shuangqiao Valley

Landmarks
Changping Valley

Landmarks
Wolong Panda Base
Leshan

Landmarks
Leshan Giant Buddha
Mount Emei

Landmarks
Wannian Monastery
Emeishan Botanic Garden
Leidongping

Landmarks
Golden Summit
Mount Gongga
Huanglongxi Ancient Town

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Where You'll Stay

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Dorsett Hotel
Hotel
day 1
Panda Hotel
Hotel
day 2
Holiday Inn Express Ya'an
Hotel
Days 3, 4, 5
Xiangxiong Guesthouse Songpan Ancient Town
Guesthouse
day 6
Taoziping Guesthouse
Guesthouse
day 7
Guishan Hotel Mt.Siguniang Town
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Jinye Chanyi Holiday Hotel
Hotel
day 10
Hampton by Hilton Mt.Emei
Hotel
day 11
Qixiangju Guesthouse
Guesthouse
day 12
Celebrity Ruicheng Hotel
Hotel
day 13

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Response rate: 100%
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5.0
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5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
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Tour Operator
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Terri
April 20th, 2025
My mom is a very experienced traveler who has been to China by herself many times. However, she wanted to try a...
My mom is a very experienced traveler who has been to China by herself many times. However, she wanted to try a private tour and she found Sichuan Adventure on TourRadar. The two of us traveled together in China on this private tour. Leo was our tour guide and Daniel was our driver. Both spoke very good English and it was no trouble to communicate with them. In particular, Leo had near native level English and we had fun discussions with him about our respective countries, China and America. Having our own private guide and private driver was an amazing experience. Leo knew all the parks and trails around Sichuan 四川, by heart. We wanted to visit some of the most popular national parks in China, including Jiuzhaigou 九寨沟 and Yading 亚丁. It was essential to have a guide like Leo who knew how to most efficiently get around the parks, navigate huge crowds, and help us buy entry tickets as international travelers. I had been to China with my mom in 2018, and we had to do all our own travel planning. It was so hectic and stressful. With Leo and Daniel's help on our tour, we could simply relax and enjoy our time, walking and taking photos. Leo designed the itinerary and booked all the hotels. All we had to do was show up. We also had the help of a third team member, Yingying, who remotely took care of things and communicated with us on Wechat. When my mom forgot her phone power bank and needed an extra travel bag, Yingying ordered these for us and had them delivered to our hotel. Leo knew everything about the nationals parks and attractions in Sichuan. He gave tons of details about every place we visited and could answer all our questions in both Chinese and English. My mom is over 70 years old and has trouble seeing steps on trails, especially when descending mountains. Leo patiently walked by her side and made sure she got down the mountains safely. Having our private tour guide and driver gave us personalized, flexible service. My mom likes to do long 3-4 week trips in China. Even though the tour is listed as a 14 day walking tour of Sichuan, Leo had no problem coming up with a longer itinerary, which also avoided the crowds of the October holiday! Everyone knows about the big national parks like Jiuzhaigou, but Leo also took us to smaller parks and villages where there were very few tourists, so we could get away from the crowds. There was one day that I had trouble with the high altitude in Tibet and started getting headaches. Leo brought oxygen cannisters to our hotel room when I got back that night. When my mom was tired one day and needed to go back to the hotel, Leo was able to stay with her and take her back, while I continued to hike in Yading. When I needed to leave the trip one week early, Leo and Daniel drove me to the airport in Yading. I was nervous about leaving my mom, but Leo promised to take good care of her and kept me updated with photos in the group chat. It was so reassuring, not having to worry about my mom! The Sichuan Adventure team really went the extra mile. Thanks to Leo's connections, we were able to meet some real Tibetans, one of whom had a Tesla! My mom is a devout Buddhist, and Leo made sure she got to see as many temples and religious sites as time allowed. We also arrived a few days early in Chengdu 成都. For no extra charge, Leo wrote up a detailed itinerary for us, with several ideas to choose from on each day. Yingying helped me navigate the big city of Chengdu, including how to use Alipay to ride the subway and how to get to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. After my flight from Yading to Chengdu, I had one last day in Chengdu. Yingying helped me find the best grilled fish 烤鱼 restaurant in the city, so that I could get one last amazing meal on the October 1st holiday! She told me exactly what to order. Then she helped me book a Didi ride to get to the subway in the early morning, so I could take the subway to the airport for my flight out of China. The subway wasn't running early enough in the morning and taking a car all the way to the airport would have taken too long, so this was the only way to make my flight. Thanks to her help, I didn't miss my flight leaving the country. I think the reason Sichuan Adventure was able to do all this for us, was because they are a small business specializing in the Sichuan region. Their small and experienced team is able to dedicate themselves fully to each client, making our time in China an unforgettable trip of a lifetime. I give my highest recommendation to Sichuan Adventure. They are the people to hire for a first class tour in Sichuan.Show more
Traveled in August 2023
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Georgi
September 22nd, 2023
Leo and the team were amazing to deal with and the trip definetly exceeded my expectations. Would highly recommend them.
Traveled in September 2023

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Anivar
Asked on December 3rd, 2024
Is a heavy hiking boot necessary for the trails
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- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written December 2024
  No, heavy hiking boots are not needed as most trails are well-maintained. Comfortable water-proof, low-top or mid-top shoes are sufficient.
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Kelly
Asked on September 25th, 2024
Is prior verification necessary for WeChat in China, and can it be done using a Chinese SIM card?
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- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, it's advisable to set up WeChat in China, which may be easier with a Chinese SIM card.
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Caroline
Asked on September 18th, 2024
What are the food arrangements?
Meals
- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written September 2024
  Specific details on meals can be provided by the tour operator, often meals will be arranged at local restaurants or included as part of the hotel package.
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Thomas
Asked on July 15th, 2024
Could you provide hotel info including names and addresses for China visa application?
Visa
- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written July 2024
  China has a visa-free policy for passport holders of Australia and New Zealand for trips 15 days or less. If your trip is more than 15 days, you will need a visa. Please confirm your nationality and travel dates to determine visa requirements.
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Kobes Roelof
Asked on July 13th, 2024
Are Covid tests required to enter China?
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- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written July 2024
  No, Covid tests are no longer needed for those entering China.
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Moritz
Asked on May 27th, 2024
Are there meal inclusions?
Meals
- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written May 2024
  Yes, meals are generally included in the tour package. Specifics can be found in tour itineraries or provided upon request.
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Daniella
Asked on May 22nd, 2024
How are tour gear and luggage handled?
Transport
- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written May 2024
  Tour gear and luggage are generally transferred by vehicle to the hotels. You'll only need to carry personal items in a day-pack during hikes.
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Audrey
Asked on April 23rd, 2024
What are the recommended accommodations in Chengdu for a first-time visitor?
Accommodation
- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written April 2024
  For your first visit to Chengdu, consider hotels around Wide and Narrow Alleys, People’s Park, Jinli Street, Wuhou Temple, or Chunxilu Walking Street and Taikoo Li downtown area. These locations are central and convenient for exploring Chengdu's traditional tourist attractions.
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Liesje
Asked on March 26th, 2024
Can 10-year China visas issued before 2020 be used to visit China?
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- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written March 2024
  Yes, visas issued before March 28, 2020, can now be used again to visit China.
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Vanessa
Asked on March 11th, 2024
What are the hiking conditions like?
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- Sichuan AdventureOperator•Written March 2024
  The hiking trails are generally in very good condition, and the operator may provide photos of the trails if requested.

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