How to Travel to Jiuzhaigou

1. I took a China Eastern Airlines flight from Jeju, transited through Shanghai, and arrived in Chengdu at 8:20 PM. - Immigration was completed smoothly, but I wasted time trying to locate my luggage. - At 9:30 PM, the pickup vehicle from Tianjin International Hotel arrived. - Since there weren’t suitable places for dinner, I settled for cup noodles. - The hotel provided a drop-off service to Jianyang South Station in the morning, allowing me to reach Chengdu East Station in just 20 minutes. 2. At Chengdu East Station, I had some spare time and grabbed a burger and coffee at KFC for lunch. - Foreigners could easily board the train using a passport recognition machine. - I decided to skip Huanglong due to considerations of time, physical stamina, and altitude sickness. - Using the WeChat mini-program "Jiulv Yuexin," I purchased a bus ticket to Jiuzhaigou. 3. For accommodation in Jiuzhaigou, I chose #Jiuzhaigou Xintao Pavilion Tibetan Homestay. - The standout feature of this lodging is its hospitality. - They assist with all transportation needs free of charge. - Nearby, there’s a family-style restaurant where you can have an economical dinner. - Additionally, you can buy delicious fruits at a low price from local street vendors. 4. The next day, I recommend visiting Jiuzhaigou without hesitation and exploring the must-see spots. 5. Meeting Grandma Jiang - On the second evening, I had tea with the grandmother of the homestay. - During our conversation, I discovered that we share the same surname, Jiang. - We enjoyed a cup of cordyceps tea and chatted about various topics. - Her elder son works at the management bureau, and her younger son runs the hotel, where communication in English is possible. - I highly recommend this hotel for its excellent value and quality, making it a worthwhile choice for accommodation. 6. On the third morning, I took a bus to the high-speed rail station at 6 AM. - The journey to the station took two hours. - The scenery was so beautiful that it felt like wandering through Swiss mountain landscapes, making the trip far from boring. - Upon arriving at the station, it started raining. Although I wore a thin parka, I felt a slight chill. 7. The reason I’m writing this is to share my firsthand experiences and clarify the information I had gathered before the trip, which I had been somewhat skeptical about.