Snow mountains, Tibetan villages, a Buddhist academy and high-altitude alpine lakes.

Daocheng Yading Loop Chengdu-Xiaojin-Seda-Dege-Litang-Daocheng Yading-Kangding-Chengdu

Also known as: Sichuan Northwest Line

Snow mountains, Tibetan villages, a Buddhist academy and high-altitude alpine lakes.

City loop 10 days Sichuan May–Oct

Route Introduction

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Why This Route Exists
The historical & geographical answer to why this route came to be
  • Snow mountains
  • Tibetan villages
  • a Buddhist academy and high-altitude alpine lakes.

At a Glance

Suggested days 10 days
Cities 8
Provinces Sichuan
Difficulty 🟡 Moderate
Best months May–Oct
Best for Perfect for nature lovers, culture seekers, and photography enthusiasts

Route Map Animated marker shows direction

🏙️ Chengdu 🏙️ Xiaojin 🏙️ Seda 🏙️ Dege 🏙️ Litang 🏙️ Daocheng Yading 🏙️ Kangding 🏙️ Chengdu
Daocheng Yading Loop: Chengdu-Xiaojin-Seda-Dege-Litang-Daocheng Yading-Kangding-Chengdu Yading Nature Reserve
Time Place / plan Category Duration Transfer Note
Day 1 Chengdu → Xiaojin → Seda → Dege → Litang → Kangding → Chengdu
09:00 Yading Nature Reserve Sight 2Hour

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