How about going to Guchaegu to escape the heat?

#July Travel Support Fund 🏞️ Jiuzhaigou (九寨沟) & Huanglong Scenic Area Travel Guide 📍 Basic Information Jiuzhaigou Location: Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China Altitude: Approximately 2,000~3,100m Features: UNESCO World Natural Heritage, China's best waterside attraction with colorful lakes and waterfalls Nearby Attractions: Great for traveling with Huanglong Scenic Area --- 🎫 Ticket Information (as of 2025) Classification Peak Season (April 1~November 15) Off-Season (11/16~3/31) Admission ¥190 ¥80 Shuttle bus ¥90 ¥80 Total ¥280 ¥160 ⏰ Admission hours: 8:00 AM ~ 2:00 PM / Closing at 5:00 PM Real-name reservations required (passport information registration), on-site ticketing ❌ not possible --- 🌍 Tips for foreign travelers ✅ Foreigners can also make reservations - Real-name authentication by entering passport information 🎓 Foreigners can also apply for student discounts! OK even if you are not studying in China Half-price discount when you make a reservation by uploading an image of your International Student Identity Card (ISIC) or valid student ID 📲 **Trip.com** allows you to conveniently make reservations in English/Korean, and you can enter with an electronic voucher without a physical ticket --- 🚍 Transportation & Schedule Tips 🗓️ Recommended 1-night 2-day itinerary: I recommend traveling in the following order: ① Huanglong Scenic Area → ② Jiuzhaigou! ✈️ Depart from Chengdu → Arrive at Jiuzhaigou Airport (九黄机场) Day 1: Huanglong Scenic Area (黄龙风景区) sightseeing About 1 hour by car from the airport to Huanglong After entering, enjoy the limestone terraces of the highlands and the mysterious turquoise water 🚌 After visiting Huanglong → Take a bus or taxi to Jiuzhaigou (about 2 hours) Day 2: Jiuzhaigou sightseeing (early morning entry recommended) Freely move around the Sanguo section by dedicated shuttle bus and enjoy trekking + sightseeing 💡 Travel tips Local buses, minivans, and hotel pick-up services are available between Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou The daily temperature difference is large, so a thick coat and oxygen can are essential In order to prepare for altitude sickness, it is recommended to start with a light course on the first day rather than an intense trek --- 💡 My own travel tips ✅ Be sure to get the student discount – also applies to international students Possible ✅ Easy booking on Trip.com → All you need is a scanned copy of your passport and student ID ✅ The last admission time is 2pm, so it is recommended to enter between 8am and 10am 📸 The left shuttle seat is the photo spot! 🍁 The autumn foliage season is so beautiful that you won't have enough time even if you stay all day --- 📍 Address Chinese: 四川省 阿坝藏族羌族自治州 九寨沟县 漳扎镇 九寨沟风景名胜区 English: Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area, Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China #Jiuzhaigou #Huanglong Scenic Area