Jiuzhaigou Itinerary for 3 Days : Ultimate Jiuzhaigou Travel Guide

Day 1

Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area

Opening Hours: Open from 5/1-10/31,7:30am-5:00pm;Open from 11/1-11/15,8:00am-5:00pm;Open from 11/16-3/31,8:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 80 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Beside the 301 Provincial Highway, Jiuzhaigou Mouth, Yuzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture

Jiuzhaigou is located in Sichuan's Aba Prefecture. The place got its name because nine villages are located in this valley. Like a world from the fairy tales, Jiuzhaigou is renowned for its water landscapes. There is a saying that after visiting Jiuzhaigou, you will not see any better water landscapes elsewhere. In some areas of Jiuzhaigou, the elevation is relatively high. Some tourists may experience altitude sickness. When visiting, please do not engage in vigorous exercise.

Reviews from Real Guests:

CoreybBaker: foreigners are welcome again!! we had two full days walking in the park. only 2/3 is open at the moment as they are still repairing the valleys. it’s amazing and apart from two lakes and one waterfall we only run into a few other couples. lots of tourist are covering quickly trying to see the whole park using the get on/off bus system. I’d take the bus until the first stop cross the lake to the other side without a road and enjoy the day walking up the valley.

Wandering Laowai: Absolutely breathtaking and worth fighting the crowds for. Most tourists there ride the park bus between each attraction, so if you walk along the beautiful walkways instead there will be considerably less people. There is no food to purchase inside the park so bring lunch and snacks, just not instant noodles as it is very hard to find hot water.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Conrad Jiuzhaigou is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Conrad Jiuzhaigou

Opened in 2021, the Conrad Jiuzhaigou is a great accommodation choice in Jiuzhaigou.

This hotel is located near many of Jiuzhaigou's attractions including 九寨藏羌非遺博物館, 格林7號營地 and 九寨魯能勝地.

This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. This Jiuzhaigou hotel features parking on site.

If you are looking for a convenient place to stay, our guests have told us that this location is excellent. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 2 | Morning

Jiuzhai Ancient Love

Opening Hours: Open from 3:00pm-9:00pm

Ticket Price: 280 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Jiuzhai Qiangu Scene Area, Yuzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture

Jiuzhai Ancient Love is a living ancient city of Tibetan and Qiang, where you can experience the Tibetan and Qiang style. In the Jiuzhai Ancient Love, there are attractions like the high statue of Semo Goddess, the large prayer wheel, and the ancient tea and horse trails in the sky. In addition, in the scenic area, you can also see wonderful performances such as Tibetan and Qiang songs and dances and throwing balls. The performance " is a living ancient city of Tibetan and Q" is an extremely shocking visual feast.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Colorful Pond.

Colorful Pond

Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Hours

Location: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area, Zhangzhai Town, Jiuzhaigou County,Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture

Wucaiche is located in the Jiuzhaigou Natural Reserve, China along south section of Zechawagou. The breath taking water of Wuchaichi comes in from the Changhai and stays at a temperature that will not freeze in any season. There are many aquatic plant communities that can been seen such as ferns, herbaceous plants (reeds), knotted grass, and water wicks. The different amounts of chlorophyll within these plants cause the lake water to be rich in calcium carbonate. This causes colorful effects in the water that cause the upper part of the Wucaigi to be a bright blue, the lower part an orange-red, the right is olive green, and the left is more of a sky blue. The water is crystal clear and transparent so that you can easily see the colors and all of the aquatic wildlife. One of the most beautiful parts is when the sun shines on it just right, it will shine with multicolored light.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kenny Traveler: The water is blue and it's very beautiful

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Ganhai Forest Mountain Villa is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Ganhai Forest Mountain Villa

The Ganhai Forest Mountain Villa is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Jiuzhaigou, having been recently opened in 2022.

From the hotel, Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport is approximately 62km away. Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport is the closest option for those who prefer to fly, approximately 62km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the 九寨溝愛情海露營地, Dry Sea and Ganhaizi National Forest Park all nearby.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Jiuzhaigou hotel features parking on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate.

Day 3 | Morning

Wuhuahai

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Hours

Location: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area,Jiuzhaigou County,Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture

Wuhuahai is located in the middle section of Rizhigou, Sanzhaigou, Jiuzhaigou. In the upper reaches of the Peacock River, due to the travertine sedimentation on the seabed, various algae and the reflection of the trees on the shore, Wuhuahai presents geese, navy, dark green and royal blue. And so on a variety of colors, it is called "five flowers sea." Take the scenic eco-car to the Wuhuahai. Along the boardwalk along the lake, a section of the boardwalk on the west side of Wuhuahai is a better viewing point.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kenny Traveler: The first attraction of Jiuzhaigou is very beautiful and there are many behind.

Trip.com User: the most beautiful place visited

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Changhai.

Changhai

Opening Hours: 8:00-16:00

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Spot, Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture

Changhai is a long sea of ​​Jiuzhaigou. It is a few kilometers long and has an ink blue color and an "S" shape. The waters of the sea are dense, and at first glance, the spectacular snow peaks and the typical glacier landscape are bathed in blue sky and white clouds. There is no water outlet around the Changhai Sea, and the water comes from snow melting in the mountains. The strange thing is that the Changhai will never dry up and will not overflow the embankment. Therefore, the Tibetans call it the "Gourd gourd with dissatisfaction and leaks."

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kenny Traveler: The scenery here is really super beautiful, it is worth coming.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.