Four Girls Mountain Budget Travel Guide

3-Day 2-Night Trip to Four Girls Mountain, Sichuan (Budget 5000 RMB)
Trip Highlights:
✔️ Get up close to the "Oriental Alps" Four Girls Mountain peaks
✔️ Easy tour of Shuangqiao Valley + light hiking in Changping Valley
✔️ Experience the culture of the Jiarong Tibetan people
✔️ See alpine lakes, primeval forests, and snow meadows all in one trip
Itinerary:
Day 1: Chengdu - Four Girls Mountain Town (about 4 hours by car)
7:00 Depart from Chengdu Chadianzi Bus Station by coach to Four Girls Mountain Town (ticket 95 RMB/person)
11:30 Check into hotel upon arrival (recommended Four Girls Mountain Town hotels, about 300 RMB/night)
12:30 Lunch featuring Tibetan-style hot pot (about 60 RMB/person)
14:00 Visit Maobiliang Viewing Platform (free), the best spot for panoramic photos of Four Girls Mountain
16:00 Tour the Four Girls Mountain Geological Museum (free)
18:30 Dinner followed by a Tibetan song and dance show (about 80 RMB/person)
Day 2: In-depth tour of Shuangqiao Valley
7:30 After breakfast, head to Shuangqiao Valley (ticket + shuttle bus 150 RMB/person)
9:00-16:00 Take the shuttle bus to visit Red Fir Forest, Potala Peak, Sigunazuo Lake, and other attractions
12:00 Simple lunch in the valley (bring your own or eat at the park restaurant, about 40 RMB/person)
16:30 Return to town, try on Tibetan costumes for photos (about 50 RMB/set)
19:00 Dinner featuring roasted whole lamb (about 100 RMB/person)
Day 3: Light hike in Changping Valley - Return
7:00 After breakfast, head to Changping Valley (ticket + shuttle bus 90 RMB/person)
8:30-12:00 Hike to Kushu Beach (round trip about 7 km, altitude gain 200 meters)
12:30 Return to town for lunch
14:00 Take the coach back to Chengdu
Budget Breakdown (per person):
🚌 Transportation: round-trip coach 190 RMB + local transport 100 RMB = 290 RMB
🏨 Accommodation: 2 nights about 600 RMB
🍜 Meals: about 450 RMB
🎫 Tickets: Shuangqiao Valley 150 RMB + Changping Valley 90 RMB = 240 RMB
🎭 Other experiences: Tibetan costume photos 50 RMB + show 80 RMB = 130 RMB
💊 Contingency: 300 RMB (oxygen tank/medicine/souvenirs, etc.)
Total: about 2000 RMB/person (more cost-effective for two people traveling together; 5000 RMB budget allows for upgraded experiences)
Upgrade Options (consider with 5000 RMB budget):
🔸 Private car round trip (about 1500 RMB/car, more comfortable)
🔸 Stay at a scenic hotel (e.g., Kongshan Guesthouse, about 600 RMB/night)
🔸 Add horseback riding in Haizi Valley (about 300 RMB/person)
🔸 Try alpine afternoon tea (about 200 RMB/person)
1️⃣ Best seasons: September-October (best autumn colors), June-August (cool summer retreat)
2️⃣ Highland tips: Altitude 3200-3800 meters, bring sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm
3️⃣ Hiking gear: Recommended to bring trekking poles, non-slip shoes, and a windbreaker
4️⃣ Ticket discounts: Half-price tickets available with student ID and others
Special Reminders:
⚠️ Hike in Changping Valley according to your ability; horseback riding available (about 100 RMB/hour)
⚠️ Few banks in town, so bring enough cash
⚠️ Respect local Tibetan customs; do not take photos of locals without permission
This itinerary ensures comfort while deeply experiencing the essence of Four Girls Mountain. With a 5000 RMB budget, you can have a truly enjoyable trip!
Wishing you a pleasant journey!