Chengdu-Selong Village-Zhonglu Tibetan Village 3-Day 2-Night Self-Drive Guide [Part 1]

【Principal Zhang's World Tour Guide】[Accommodation Section] Keywords: Hidden Gem | Spring in Western Sichuan | Pear Blossoms and Snow Mountains | Tibetan Village Charm --- Trip Overview: Duration: 3 days 2 nights Route: Chengdu → Tianquan → Selong Village → Danba → Zhonglu Tibetan Village Total Distance: About 380km one way (about 5 hours direct drive, recommended to split into 2 days for sightseeing) Road Conditions: All paved roads, newly renovated mountain roads, accessible by sedan --- Day 1: Chengdu → Selong Village (Stay at Yinqitang Shangri-la Cliff Hotel) Distance: About 320km | **Driving Time**: 4-5 hours (including stops) -9:30 Depart from Chengdu Navigate to Tianquan County, take G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway and Ya-Ye Expressway, about 2 hours drive. -11:30 Lunch in Tianquan Recommended restaurant: Bridge Fort (navigate to "Bridge Fort" or "Yiyan Barbershop") Must-try dishes: Numbing and spicy chicken (sweet and spicy flavor), chicken soup wontons (hidden tip: dip in the spicy oil from numbing and spicy chicken). -13:00 Continue journey Take Ya-Ye Expressway to Luding County, then turn onto Hu-Nie Line S211 heading north along Dadu River, about 3 hours drive. -15:30 Arrive at Houziyan Dam Brief stop to photograph Dadu River canyon views. -16:00 Head to Selong Village Drive up 6km newly renovated mountain road, pass through narrow tunnel to reach Selong Village entrance (dramatic scenery contrast on both sides of tunnel). -16:30 Check in at Yinqitang Guesthouse Features: Cliff-view rooms overlooking snow mountains, forest and Dadu River. Beautiful snow scenes in winter, rose garden in summer. -Evening activities: Snow scene photography, village stroll, experience "paradise on earth" atmosphere. --- Travel Tips 1. **Best Seasons**: - March-April: Peak pear blossom season, snow-capped mountains - July-August: Rose garden in Selong Village, ideal for hiking - Winter: Snowy wonderland, snow chains required 2. Equipment Suggestions: - High-altitude sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen) - Light hiking shoes, warm clothes (large temperature difference between day and night) 3. Navigation Key Points: - Selong Village: Navigate to "Houziyan Dam", then follow mountain road upward - Zhonglu Tibetan Village: Navigate to "Zhonglu Tibetan Village parking lot" --- **✨ Trip Highlights** - Pass through "Peach Blossom Spring" tunnel to discover Selong Village's snowy wonderland - Avoid crowds, exclusively enjoy pear blossoms and ancient watchtowers in Zhonglu Tibetan Village - Lesser-known Western Sichuan route, unlock atmosphere similar to "Love Letter" movie