Summer is the best time for self-driving tours in Western Sichuan, and this summer, the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road is the perfect choice. The optimal 5-day self-driving route for the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road starts in Chengdu and ends in Balang Mountain, returning to Chengdu. Here is the specific self-driving route.
1、Recommended Route
D1: Passing through Kangding, Red Sea, Sitingco, Xinduqiao
D2: Passing through Qu Mogong, Black Stone City
D3: Reaching Mo Stone Park, then visiting Yala Snow Mountain and Danba Zhonglu, staying in Zhonglu Village at night
D4: Going directly to Siguniang Mountain, passing through Xiaojin on the way, you can choose to have lunch here
D5: After visiting Balang Mountain, drive back to Chengdu.
2、Scenic Spots
This route basically summarizes the most popular scenic spots in Western Sichuan. Xinduqiao is a paradise for photographers, perfect for taking photos and checking in; Mo Stone Park is full of primitive and natural beauty, with grasslands, wetlands, and black stones.
Siguniang Mountain and Balang Mountain are great for camping, stargazing, cloud seas, and sunrises; Tagong Grassland allows you to see vast grasslands, taste local delicacies, and ride horses, experiencing a different kind of folk customs; Kangding is a place to encounter love, continue the beauty of love, and experience a different kind of love atmosphere.
3、Self-Driving Reminders
Self-driving requires energy and physical strength. It’s best not to travel alone, invite three or five friends to go with you, so you can take care of each other along the way.
Check the weather in advance before you travel, prepare appropriate clothes, and also prepare some common medications, such as cold medicine, altitude sickness medicine, and stomach medicine. For those with sufficient budget and time, you can also bring playing cards, mini mahjong, snacks, etc., which will make your journey more colorful.
4、Self-Driving Map
5、Cost Reference
Transportation: For self-driving tours to the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road, you can choose to hire a car, carpool, or rent a car, with slightly different prices. Hiring a car costs 700-1500 yuan/day, renting a car costs 500-800 yuan/day, while carpooling is calculated per person, more suitable for 1-2 people traveling, generally 1000-2000 yuan/person. It’s recommended to choose an SUV or off-road vehicle.
Accommodation: You can choose homestays, guesthouses, or hotels. Homestays and guesthouses cost 200-300 yuan/night, hotels cost 400-500 yuan/night.
Food: 100-150 yuan/person/day is basically enough.
6、Notes
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Road conditions: The road conditions of the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road are relatively poor, some sections are quite dangerous, requiring drivers to drive cautiously. Moreover, as the route passes through high-altitude areas, there are adverse weather conditions such as fog and snowstorms, so it’s necessary to pay attention to weather forecasts and road conditions at all times to ensure safe driving.
② Climate: Because the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road is located at a high altitude, the climate is quite dry and the temperature fluctuates greatly, so pay attention to keeping warm. It’s recommended to bring a thermos with you and drink more hot water during your travels, which will make your body feel more comfortable.
③ Scenic Spots: There are many famous scenic spots along the Western Sichuan Small Ring Road. The management of scenic spots is quite strict. Visitors are advised to abide by the regulations of the protected areas and avoid littering, picking vegetation, etc.
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