5-Day Kangding In-Depth Tour: Discover the Charm of Ancient Towns and Villages
5-day Kangding tour: Explore ancient towns and villages, experience the simple folk customs, stroll through old streets, and taste local snacks. Don't miss this amazing route!
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🚗Route suggestions:
DAY 1: Zheduo Mountain -> Mugecuo -> Xinduqiao
On the first day, explore the beautiful scenery of Zheduo Mountain, then head to Mugecuo to enjoy the lakes and mountains, and finally arrive at Xinduqiao to experience the tranquility and harmony of nature.
DAY 2: Kazila Mountain -> Litang Temple -> Letong Ancient Town · Qianhu Tibetan Village -> Litang County -> Red Grassland -> Daocheng White Pagoda
On the second day, cross Kazila Mountain, visit the ancient Litang Temple, stroll through the Qianhu Tibetan Village in Letong Ancient Town, experience Tibetan culture in depth, and then head to the Red Grassland and Daocheng White Pagoda to feel the mystery and magnificence of the plateau.
DAY 3: Daocheng Yading -> Yading Village
On the third day, enter Daocheng Yading, visit this paradise on earth, and enjoy a peaceful night in Yading Village, experiencing the tranquility of being isolated from the world.
DAY 4: Daocheng Yading -> Yading Village
Continue to stay in Daocheng Yading and Yading Village, explore in depth, feel the grandeur and mystery of nature, and enjoy the pure plateau scenery.
DAY 5: Zheduo Mountain -> Muya Holy Land Scenic Area
On the last day, return to Zheduo Mountain, then head to Muya Holy Land Scenic Area, and end this unforgettable journey on this sacred land.🏔️✨
Return: End the wonderful 5-day journey and return home with full memories.🛫🛬
This itinerary combines natural scenery and Tibetan culture, which will definitely make you linger and gain a lot of travel memories!💖
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Attraction suggestions:
📍Daocheng Yading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Xianggelila Town, Daocheng County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province
Opening hours: November 20, 2024–March 31, 2025, 08:20–18:00
Duration: 1–3 days
A land of purity, with magnificent and sacred three sacred mountains and colorful meadows, is a great place for photography and hiking.
📍Mugecuo ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Wangmu Village, Yala Township, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Opening hours: December 1, 2024–March 31, 2025, 08:30–18:00
Duration: 3–4 hours
The close combination of lakes and hot springs allows you to enjoy the tranquility and warmth of nature.
📍Xinduqiao ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Opening hours: All day
Duration: 2–3 hours
A paradise for light and shadow experience, especially beautiful in autumn, as if you are in a pastoral song.
📍Yading Village ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Inside Daocheng Yading Scenic Area, near Provincial Highway 216, Daocheng County, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Opening hours: All day
Duration: 1 day
The characteristic cattle and sheep grassland, lakes, and sacred snow-capped mountains complement each other, allowing you to feel the purity and mystery of the plateau.
📍Muya Holy Land Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Gongbuka No. 2 Bridge, National Highway 318, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Opening hours: 08:30–16:30
Duration: 3–4 hours
Enjoy grassland pastures and sea of clouds, and experience the unique charm of Tibetan culture.
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Travel essentials: 🎒Kangding travel, don't forget to bring these things!
👕 **Clothing**: It's still cold in Kangding in February, so remember to bring down jackets and thermal underwear. Also bring windproof and waterproof jackets to deal with sudden weather changes.
🎩 **Accessories**: Hats, gloves, and sunglasses to keep warm and protect from the sun. The wind is strong in Kangding, and these can help you block the cold wind and ultraviolet rays.
📖 **Documents**: Be sure to bring your ID card, and if you are driving, bring your driver's license. If you have a student ID, you may also get special discounts on attraction tickets!
💊 **Medicine**: Cold medicine, painkillers, and altitude sickness medicine, all prepared. In plateau areas, these medicines may come in handy.
🎒 **Other essentials**: Power banks, umbrellas, and thermos cups are all good travel helpers. Especially power banks, it's reassuring to have a charged phone!
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Kangding, waiting for you to explore, enjoy the natural beauty and unique culture, and make your trip an unforgettable feast!