https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/daocheng-342-137003462
Julian_Washington69Singapore

This autumn scenery is so healing

Autumn trip to Daocheng, a fairyland on earth❗️ Autumn in Daocheng Yading is one of the great wonders of the world! The autumn here is as beautiful as poetry and painting, making people linger and never want to leave. Golden forests, azure skies, pristine snow-capped mountains, and dreamy seas of clouds form the unique charm of Daocheng Yading. 📍Location: Daocheng County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province 🚗Transportation Guide: 1. Direct flights 2. High-speed rail routes 🏠Accommodation Recommendations: 1. Shangri-La Town 2. Yading Village 🛣️Travel Route: Depart from Chengdu, passing through Siguniang Mountain, Danba/Bamei, Xinduqiao, Yajiang, Litang, Daocheng, and finally reaching the Yading Scenic Area. On the return trip, you can go through Riwa, Xinduqiao, Moxi Park, and then back to Chengdu. Every stop is full of adventure and surprises waiting for you every day. Best Time to Visit: 1. Autumn (late October to mid-November): The most beautiful season in Daocheng Yading, perfect for photography. 2. Travel Tips: The plateau climate is changeable; it is recommended to bring warm clothing and sun protection. Must-Visit Attractions: Milk Lake, Five Color Lake, Pearl Beach, Luorong Pasture, etc., each as beautiful as a painting! 1. Milk Lake: The clear lake water is as beautiful as a sapphire. 2. Five Color Lake: The mountain-top lake displays colorful hues, like a fairyland. 3. Pearl Beach: Golden water droplets roll like shining pearls. 4. Luorong Pasture: A great place to observe wildlife and hike. 🍁Come to Daocheng Yading and experience the endless charm of autumn!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Daocheng Yading
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Oct 19, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Daocheng Yading

4.6/510307 reviews | Hiking
Daocheng
No. 3 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Sichuan
SAR 13.16
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Five-color Sea

🌄 Chase Autumn’s Dream Colors at Daocheng Five-Color Lake & Yangmaiyong Snow Mountain! This adventure takes you deep into Daocheng’s Yading Scenic Area—where jade-blue lakes, golden autumn trees, and dramatic snow peaks create China’s natural masterpiece. Get ready for epic photos and a true test of stamina! Your route starts inside Yading Scenic Area. Begin early (gates open at 6:30 AM!) to beat the crowds and enjoy the crisp mountain air. Tackle the hike to Five-color Lake, nestled between Xiannairi and Yang Maiyong, with vibrant hues that pop especially in autumn—each step offers new Insta-worthy angles with glowing trees, reflections, and snowy cliffs. My top tip: keep fit and pace yourself! The altitude and steep sections are no joke. I nearly passed out halfway—it’s tough but so rewarding at the summit. Don’t miss the chance to capture Yangmaiyong Snow Mountain shimmering under the sun, framed by wildflowers and golden foliage. The panoramic grassland wetlands en route make for idyllic foregrounds (hello, sunlit selfies and dreamy landscape shots!). Practical tips: Dress in layers (it swings from chilly early mornings to warm midday), pack snacks, and bring plenty of water. Tickets cut off at 2 PM, so aim for a morning start, especially if you want full time for both the lake and mountain. Watch out for headaches or dizziness—altitude is real! Move slow, rest often, and bring meds if you’re prone to altitude sickness. This is nature’s gym and gallery—absorb it all, catch your breath, and snap shots to remember it by! #Daocheng #YadingScenicArea #FiveColorLake #SnowMountain #AdventureTravel

Afiqah Abd Latip
Mount Siguniang

Back from Western Sichuan, here’s a heads-up for sisters going in November

LucasClark
Daocheng Yading

The Last Shangri-La at "Yading" in China (Short Route)

FisherMeanz
Mount Siguniang

Late October in Western Sichuan is the ultimate autumn spectacle, a five-day, four-night journey through a fairy-tale route!

MusicJunkie!
Mount Siguniang

Bipenggou is back! Super detailed guide! Come and take notes

SolarSeeker_345
Daocheng Yading

The truth may be hard to hear! But these are all must-knows for Daocheng Yading

Price_Isabella_37
Mount Siguniang

The snowy scenery of Siguniang Mountain is eagerly anticipated, with Yaomei Peak wrapped in a silver-white coat

Trip.Pulse
Mount Siguniang

Mount Siguniang Mountaineering Festival Kicks Off

Trip.Pulse
Daocheng Yading

The autumn wind rises, and hiking in the mountains is infinitely comfortable wearing this UTO!

GraceHolmes

Complete Record of Hiking with Kids in Daocheng Yading|Snow Mountains, Lakes, and Flower Seas Worth an 8-Hour Climb!​​

CHARLIE MUELLER
Daocheng Yading

Encounter the Ultimate Color Feast of the Daocheng Yading Snowy Plateau

大脚驿站

Daocheng Yading Hiking Guide|4600m Altitude 8-Hour Hike

Jackson49 Adams - Jax