Introduction:

Known as King of mountains in Sichuan , the Gongga Mountain , 7556 meters above sea level, is situated east of the Tibet and west of the Sichuan . In Tibetan language, "Gong" means ice, while "Ga" means "white". Gongga Mountain , the leading peak in the snow-covered mountains of the west of Sichuan is the highest mountain in Sichuan Province .

In the high and steep Gongga Mountain , the snow does not melt perennially. Looking from distance, the mountain seems like appearing on indistinct boundless snow sea with solemn and mystery, which cause people's respect easily. Especially in fine days, the magnificent view that the mountain is dyed by rosy clouds can not be imagined except for a real experience.

Located at the foot of the snow-peak of Mt.Gongga, Hailuogou Scenic Spot is celebrated for modern glacier at a height below sea level (most of the glaciers in the world is at a height above sea level). The sparkling modern glacier slides from the high and steep ravine. The quiet mountain ridge is adorned with big snowfall into the crystal domes and jade halls. A huge ice-bridge make the visitors seem to enter the Crystal Palace in a myth. Especially unique large icefall, 1,000 meters in height, over 1,100 meters in breadth. This is really marvelous spectacle of nature.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Shanghai to Chengdu

Our adventure will start when we meet at airport then take an evening flight to Chengdu , the capital of Sichuan Province . We will stay overnight in Chengdu .

Day 2: Chengdu to Danba

After breakfast we will take 8 hour journey to Danba. As we get closer to Danba, we find ourselves immersed in grasslands, alpine lakes, virgin forest, glaciers and snow-capped mountains. The rushing Zheduo River flows through the center of Kangding, the capital of the Ganzi Tibetan Ethnic Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan . We will stay overnight in a Tibetan village near Kangding city.

Day 3: Danba --- Xinduqiao

Today you will experience what typical Tibetan life is like. Xinduqiao, regarded as the heaven for photographers, is a Tibetan town near Danba. You can stop by the homes of some nomads for some yak butter tea and Zanba and of course a lot of horse riding! Over night in Tibetan hostel.

Day 4: Xinduqiao --- Liuba

Mt.Gongga trekking. Overnight in a Tibetan house.

Day 5: Gongga Motorcycling

Motorcycling up to 4800m high mount. What a fantastic view from the top! We will continue our motorcycling adventure to Gongga Monastery which is 3,981m above sea level and is the base camp of Gongga Mountain . The Gongga Monastery has 500 years of history and is considered holy by the Minya Tibetans who inhabit this area of Sichuan . The temple is small and simple, and seems to grow out of the landscape, with majestic Mount Gongga towering above it. We see murals in this temple portraying ancient people, wild birds and landscapes. We will take the motorcycle back to Liuba in the afternoon. We will drive back to Xinduqiao and stay overnight there.

Day 6: Xinduqiao --- Hailuogou

We will drive to Hailuogou and stay overnight in Muxi town from where we catch the beautiful sunset at Gongga.

Day 7: Hailuogou Trekking

A full day easy trekking at Hailuogou, followed by the unique hot spring and stay overnight in the hot spring resort.

Day 8: Hailuogou --- Chengdu

Enjoy yummy yummy Sichuan Cuisine.

Day 9: Chengdu --- Shanghai

Wander Chengdu city. Afternoon flight back to Shanghai . Trip ends.

*We reserve the right to change the itinerary with or without notice.

Trip Cost

The cost of each trip will normally cover the following:
> All land transportation
> All domestic air transport and transfers as stated in the itinerary and airport departure tax
> All services of trip leaders and local guides
> All scheduled meals and accommodation
> All entry fees

YANA trips do not include:
> Food other than breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and beverages other than tea, coffee, or soft drinks at meals arranged by YANA
> Travel and medical insurance
> Gratuities to leaders or guides
> Excursions other than those specified in trips
> Private snacks and drinks