Inclusions:

• Domestic airfares & train fares
• Hotel accommodation with breakfasts
• Excellent private English-speaking guide.
• Domestic flights or high-speed trains listed in the itinerary.
• Land transfer with drivers as specified & air-conditioned vehicles.
• Entrance fees to tourist sites

Exclusions

• International flights to/from China.
• China visa fees.
• Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of a personal nature.
• Recommended optional activities.
• Personal expenses

FOR PRIVATE TOUR

• This is a private tour for your group of family or friends. There will be no other travelers in the group apart from you.
• Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Prices based on twin occupancy.
• The prices shown are not valid during China’s Official Holidays(such as National Day and Chinese Spring Festival).
• The tour guide may adjust the itinerary due to the closure of the museums.
• Any city not included in the existing tour package can be added to this tour and taken as an addition to this Private tour.
• Entering and exiting China from Hong Kong and Taipei are also available.
• Stays at entering and exiting cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taipei) can be extended.
• Tour guide: High-quality private guide capable of communicating in the traveler’s desired language.

💡 Insider Tips & Avoiding Pitfalls

🚫 Food Trap:
A bowl of noodles inside costs ¥30–40 and tastes mediocre.
Bring your own snacks/lunch — security checks are light, but leave no trash behind!

👟 What to Wear:

• Comfortable walking shoes (you’ll walk 20,000+ steps!)

• Sunglasses & sunscreen

• Power bank for your phone

• Light jacket — the temperature drops quickly in late afternoon

📸 Photo Tips:

• Morning: Sit left side of bus going uphill for best lake views

• Afternoon: Sit right side going downhill for snow mountain views

• Don’t linger too long at Five-Color Pond — low water in spring makes it less impressive

• Sunset at Shuzheng Lakes or Reed Lake = magical lighting!

🌍 Summary

Jiuzhaigou Valley isn’t just a destination — it’s one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. Imagine emerald lakes layered beneath snow peaks and forest trails that shimmer in every color of the rainbow. With this plan, you’ll make the most of one full day while avoiding the crowds.

🗓️ Best Time to Visit

• Spring (April–May): Melting snow, calm turquoise waters

• Autumn (October): Fiery red foliage + bright blue lakes = fairy-tale colors!

• Winter: Closed or restricted access; check updates in advance