10 Days 9 Nights Family Trip Itinerary for a Family of Four in Sichuan, Budget 14,000 RMB

1. Itinerary Overview Days | Itinerary | Key Attractions/Activities | Accommodation Suggestions ---|---|---|--- 1 | Arrival in Chengdu, city tour | Kuanzhai Alley, Chunxi Road, People's Park | Budget hotel or homestay in city center 2 | Chengdu - Dujiangyan - Qingcheng Mountain | Dujiangyan Scenic Area, Qingcheng Mountain | Homestay near Dujiangyan or Qingcheng Mountain 3 | One-day trip around Chengdu (Panda Base) | Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding | Hotel in Chengdu city 4 | Chengdu - Leshan Giant Buddha | Leshan Giant Buddha, part of Emei Mountain | Accommodation near Leshan or Emei Mountain 5 | Leshan - Emei Mountain (in-depth tour) | Emei Mountain Scenic Area, Golden Summit | Homestay near Emei Mountain Scenic Area 6 | Emei Mountain - Ya'an (Bifengxia) | Bifengxia Scenic Area | Accommodation in Ya'an 7 | Ya'an - Kangding (Paoma Mountain, Zheduo Mountain) | Kangding Old Town, Paoma Mountain | Budget hotel or homestay in or near Kangding 8 | Kangding - Daocheng Yading (rest stops en route) | Passing through Xinduqiao, Litang (short stops) | Homestay near Daocheng or Yading Scenic Area 9 | Yading in-depth tour (hiking, photography) | Yading Three Holy Mountains, Milk Lake | Homestay in Yading Scenic Area or return to Daocheng 10 | Daocheng - Chengdu return trip | Rest stops on the way back, return to Chengdu | - 2. Detailed Guide 1. Transportation Recommendations - Chengdu to Dujiangyan/Qingcheng Mountain: High-speed train or bus, ticket price about 30-50 RMB per person, one way. - Chengdu to Leshan: High-speed train or bus, ticket price about 50 RMB per person. - Leshan to Emei Mountain: Bus or chartered car, about 20-30 RMB per person. - Chengdu to Daocheng Yading: Flight (about 500-800 RMB per person, book in advance) or long-distance bus (long duration, cheaper but not recommended with children). - Internal transportation in scenic areas: Scenic area buses or chartered cars, plan reasonably. 2. Accommodation Suggestions - Chengdu: Budget hotels or homestays (about 200-300 RMB per night) - Dujiangyan, Qingcheng Mountain: Local homestays to experience local culture (about 150-250 RMB per night) - Leshan, Emei Mountain: Homestays or inns near scenic areas (about 200 RMB per night) - Daocheng, Yading: Pre-booked homestays or Tibetan-style inns (about 300-400 RMB per night) - Kangding: Budget hotels in the city (about 150-200 RMB per night) 3. Dining Recommendations - Chengdu: Hotpot, skewers, Sichuan cuisine, affordable (50-80 RMB per person) - Near scenic areas: Simple meals, Tibetan cuisine, experience local flavors - Children’s meals: Pay attention to balanced nutrition, prepare some snacks 4. Tickets and Attractions - Kuanzhai Alley, Chunxi Road, People's Park: Free - Dujiangyan: About 90 RMB per person - Qingcheng Mountain: About 90 RMB per person - Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding: About 58 RMB per person - Leshan Giant Buddha: About 90 RMB per person - Emei Mountain: About 160 RMB (including Golden Summit cable car) - Bifengxia: About 70 RMB per person - Daocheng Yading: Scenic area ticket about 200 RMB, environmental vehicle fee extra - Yading Scenic Area: Tickets and transportation fees should be budgeted in advance 3. Budget Estimate (Total about 14,000 RMB) Item | Cost (RMB) | Notes ---|---|--- Transportation (flights + high-speed trains + buses) | 5,000 | Round-trip flight (Chengdu - Daocheng) about 3,000 + high-speed trains etc. Accommodation | 7,000 | 9 nights, average about 200 RMB per night Tickets and scenic area transportation | 1,500 | Tickets for attractions + scenic area transportation fees Meals | 2,000 | 10 days, average 50 RMB per person per day Others (souvenirs, snacks, etc.) | 500 | Snacks and souvenirs for children Total | 13,500 | Within budget, can be adjusted as needed 4. Practical Tips - Book flights and accommodations in advance to enjoy discounts. - Prepare appropriate clothing according to the season (Sichuan is mild in spring and autumn, colder in winter). - Pay attention to sun protection and keeping children warm during travel. - Altitude sickness: Daocheng Yading is at high altitude, adapt gradually and bring common medications. - Keep enough cash and mobile payment options; some remote areas may not support bank cards. We hope this guide helps your family have a smooth and enjoyable experience of Sichuan’s beauty! Have a great trip!