Chengdu-Selong Village-Zhonglu Tibetan Village 3-Day 2-Night Self-Drive Guide [Part 1]
【Principal Zhang's World Tour Guide】[Accommodation Section]
Keywords: Hidden Gem | Spring in Western Sichuan | Pear Blossoms and Snow Mountains | Tibetan Village Charm
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Trip Overview:
Duration: 3 days 2 nights
Route: Chengdu → Tianquan → Selong Village → Danba → Zhonglu Tibetan Village
Total Distance: About 380km one way (about 5 hours direct drive, recommended to split into 2 days for sightseeing)
Road Conditions: All paved roads, newly renovated mountain roads, accessible by sedan
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Day 1: Chengdu → Selong Village (Stay at Yinqitang Shangri-la Cliff Hotel)
Distance: About 320km | **Driving Time**: 4-5 hours (including stops)
-9:30 Depart from Chengdu
Navigate to Tianquan County, take G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway and Ya-Ye Expressway, about 2 hours drive.
-11:30 Lunch in Tianquan
Recommended restaurant: Bridge Fort (navigate to "Bridge Fort" or "Yiyan Barbershop")
Must-try dishes: Numbing and spicy chicken (sweet and spicy flavor), chicken soup wontons (hidden tip: dip in the spicy oil from numbing and spicy chicken).
-13:00 Continue journey
Take Ya-Ye Expressway to Luding County, then turn onto Hu-Nie Line S211 heading north along Dadu River, about 3 hours drive.
-15:30 Arrive at Houziyan Dam
Brief stop to photograph Dadu River canyon views.
-16:00 Head to Selong Village
Drive up 6km newly renovated mountain road, pass through narrow tunnel to reach Selong Village entrance (dramatic scenery contrast on both sides of tunnel).
-16:30 Check in at Yinqitang Guesthouse
Features: Cliff-view rooms overlooking snow mountains, forest and Dadu River. Beautiful snow scenes in winter, rose garden in summer.
-Evening activities: Snow scene photography, village stroll, experience "paradise on earth" atmosphere.
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Travel Tips
1. **Best Seasons**:
- March-April: Peak pear blossom season, snow-capped mountains
- July-August: Rose garden in Selong Village, ideal for hiking
- Winter: Snowy wonderland, snow chains required
2. Equipment Suggestions:
- High-altitude sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen)
- Light hiking shoes, warm clothes (large temperature difference between day and night)
3. Navigation Key Points:
- Selong Village: Navigate to "Houziyan Dam", then follow mountain road upward
- Zhonglu Tibetan Village: Navigate to "Zhonglu Tibetan Village parking lot"
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**✨ Trip Highlights**
- Pass through "Peach Blossom Spring" tunnel to discover Selong Village's snowy wonderland
- Avoid crowds, exclusively enjoy pear blossoms and ancient watchtowers in Zhonglu Tibetan Village
- Lesser-known Western Sichuan route, unlock atmosphere similar to "Love Letter" movie