Sichuan Travel Guide

5 Days 4 Nights Sichuan Travel Guide (Budget: 8000 RMB) Itinerary Overview Day 1: Arrival in Chengdu & City Tour Day 2: Dujiangyan & Qingcheng Mountain Day 3: Leshan Giant Buddha & Emei Mountain Day 4: Cultural Experience or Leisure around Chengdu Day 5: Return or Free Activities Day 1: Arrival in Chengdu & City Tour Morning Arrive in Chengdu, it is recommended to choose an early flight or high-speed train Hotel check-in: Recommended cost-effective hotels or homestays in the city center (such as Jinjiang District, near Chunxi Road, budget about 300-500 RMB/night) Afternoon Kuanzhai Alley: Experience Chengdu’s history and culture, taste local snacks (chuan chuan, rabbit head, tofu pudding, etc.) People’s Park: Experience Chengdu’s slow life and enjoy a cup of gaiwan tea Evening Jinli Ancient Street: Ancient street at night, enjoy Sichuan opera face-changing performance (ticket about 50 RMB) Dinner: Try hotpot (such as Shu Jiu Xiang, Lao Ma Tou), about 80-150 RMB per person Budget Suggestions Transportation: 300 RMB (airport transfer/subway) Accommodation: 400 RMB Meals: 200 RMB Tickets/Entertainment: 50 RMB Total: About 950 RMB Day 2: Dujiangyan & Qingcheng Mountain Morning Dujiangyan Scenic Area: World Cultural Heritage, ticket about 90 RMB Transportation: It is recommended to book a car in advance or take the bus (about 100 RMB/person) Afternoon Qingcheng Mountain: Taoist holy site, ticket about 90 RMB Hiking, enjoy ancient architecture and natural scenery Evening Return to Chengdu, rest or stroll around Chunxi Road shopping district Budget Suggestions Transportation: About 200 RMB Tickets: 180 RMB Lunch/Dinner: 150 RMB Accommodation: 400 RMB Total: About 930 RMB Day 3: Leshan Giant Buddha & Emei Mountain Morning Take high-speed train or chartered car to Leshan (about 2 hours, ticket about 50 RMB) Leshan Giant Buddha: Ticket 90 RMB, climb the Buddha viewing platform Noon Lunch in Leshan (Sichuan cuisine or local snacks, about 80 RMB) Afternoon Head to Emei Mountain (about 1-hour drive) Emei Mountain: Choose to take the cable car (one way about 80 RMB) or hike Main attractions: Golden Summit, Baoguo Temple, Qingyin Pavilion Evening Stay overnight on the mountain (recommended to book in advance, about 300 RMB/night) Budget Suggestions Transportation: 300 RMB Tickets: 170 RMB Accommodation: 300 RMB Meals: 150 RMB Total: About 920 RMB Day 4: Emei Mountain & Return to Chengdu Morning Continue exploring Emei Mountain (recommended to get up early) Visit other attractions or take photos Afternoon Descend and return to Chengdu Evening free for your own plans, experience Chengdu nightlife or rest Budget Suggestions Transportation: About 300 RMB (round trip) Meals: 150 RMB Accommodation: 400 RMB Total: About 850 RMB Day 5: Free Activities or Nearby Experiences Shopping at Chunxi Road, Taikoo Li Experience Sichuan opera face-changing, Sichuan cuisine cooking classes Or arrange short trips nearby, such as revisiting Dujiangyan or Qingcheng Mountain Budget Suggestions Transportation/Tickets: 200 RMB Meals: 150 RMB Others: 300 RMB (shopping or souvenirs) Total: About 650 RMB Budget Summary Estimated Expenses (RMB) Transportation (city + scenic spots) 1500 Tickets and entrance fees 440 Accommodation 1600 Meals 900 Entertainment/Shopping 600 Total **~ 5040 RMB** Remaining budget (about 3000 RMB): Can be used to upgrade accommodation, participate in special experiences (such as Sichuan opera face-changing, hotpot feast), buy souvenirs, or enjoy high-quality dining. Tips Book scenic spot tickets and accommodation in advance to enjoy discounts Use public transportation for cost-effectiveness Try local specialties, don’t miss hotpot, chuan chuan, rabbit head Pay attention to the weather and prepare appropriate clothing Maintain a good travel attitude and enjoy Sichuan’s natural and cultural charm If you need more detailed daily itinerary arrangements, restaurant recommendations, or accommodation suggestions, feel free to ask! Wish you a great time in Sichuan!