Golden Autumn in Chengdu: A Three-Day, Two-Night Travel Guide. Enjoy a Relaxing and Exciting Autumn Slow Life!

October in Chengdu is not just about hotpot and pandas, but also the first yellow ginkgo, the gradually dyed mountains and fields, and the exclusive autumn aroma of tea. 🗓 Itinerary Day 1: Kuanzhai Alley → People's Park → Chunxi Road Night View Arrive at Shuangliu Airport in the morning, take the subway directly to the city, and check in at a design hotel near Kuanzhai Alley (💰600/night). Stroll through Kuanzhai Alley and check in at the old Chengdu courtyard; in the afternoon, go to Heming Teahouse in People's Park to drink gaiwan tea and get your ears cleaned, experiencing the authentic "Bashi" lifestyle. In the evening, visit Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li, see the IFS climbing panda, and enjoy a Sichuan-style meal—recommended is Maojiao Huolajian Chuan Chuan, about 70 RMB per person. Day 2: Qingcheng Mountain Autumn Hiking Day Trip Take a 30-minute high-speed train directly to the back mountain of Qingcheng Mountain (less crowded, beautiful scenery). Walk along the stream through the forest, with colorful trees, waterfalls, and Taoist temples scattered around, full of autumn atmosphere. Along the way, have a bowl of tofu flower noodles, and on the way back, stop by Jiezhi Ancient Town, full of ancient charm and great for photos. 🎫 Tickets + transportation ≈ 120 RMB | Dinner back in the city at Laoma Tihua, warming the stomach and relieving spiciness. Day 3: Giant Panda Breeding Research Base → Return Enter the Panda Base before 7:30 AM (to avoid crowds), watch the pandas nibble bamboo, roll around, and climb trees—so cute it melts your heart! Finish the trip before noon, and take a private car to the airport or station for an easy return. --- 💰 Budget Details (per person): - Round-trip airfare (booked in advance): about 1200 RMB (varies by departure city) - Accommodation: 600×2 = 1200 RMB - Meals: 70 + 50 + 60 + 50 = 230 RMB - Local transportation + high-speed train + tickets: about 200 RMB ✅ Total: about 2830 RMB, easily controlled within 3000 RMB! This autumn, don’t just focus on the northern red leaves. Come to Chengdu, listen to the wind in the tea fragrance, step into autumn in the mountains and forests, and "chill out" with the national treasure pandas—this is the best way to enjoy autumn~