5 Days Songpan Horse Riding and Munigou Valley Tour

Name: 5 Days Songpan Horse Riding and Munigou Valley Tour
Brand: 3rdpoletour
Price: 0689 USD
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Enjoy a relaxing horseback riding experience around Songpan
Explore Munigou Valley
Erdaohai Hot Spring in Munigou Valley
Discover the historic Songpan Ancient Town

Tour Outline: 5 Days & 4 Nights
Chengdu - Songpan Ancient Town (1N) - Munigou Valley (2N) - Songpan Ancient Town (1N) - Chengdu

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Trip Overview

This 5-day Songpan Horse Riding and Munigou Valley Tour combines a unique horseback experience with the beautiful landscapes and cultural charm of the Tibetan Plateau.

Starting from Chengdu by high-speed train, you will first explore Songpan Ancient Town, a historic town where Tibetan, Qiang, and Han cultures meet along the ancient Tea Horse Road. From here, begin your horse riding journey into Munigou Valley, a peaceful alpine area known for its forests, waterfalls, lakes, and mountain scenery.

During the journey, ride through scenic valleys and grasslands with local horse guides, experiencing the natural beauty of Songpan at a slower and more immersive pace. You will also visit Erdaohai Hot Spring, where you can relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the Tibetan Plateau.

This tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the beauty of Sichuan’s Tibetan region beyond the classic sightseeing routes, combining cultural exploration, outdoor activities, and beautiful mountain landscapes in a comfortable way.

[Songpan Horse Riding] Enjoy a relaxing horseback riding experience through mountain valleys, forests, and grasslands around Songpan.
[Munigou Valley] Explore a peaceful alpine valley with beautiful lakes, waterfalls, forests, and mountain scenery away from the crowds.
[Erdaohai Hot Spring] Visit Erdaohai and enjoy the unique combination of alpine landscapes and natural hot springs.
[Songpan Ancient Town] Discover the historic Tibetan town along the ancient Tea Horse Road and experience its unique cultural atmosphere.

Best Time to Visit

May to October
Physical Demands

Easy to Moderate

Day by Day Itinerary

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Day 1: Chengdu - High-Speed Train to Songpan - Explore Songpan Ancient Town

Chengdu to Huanglong High-Speed Train

Songpan Ancient Town

Start your journey with a comfortable high-speed train ride from Chengdu to Huanglong Jiuzhai Railway Station. Upon arrival, your local guide and driver will meet you at the station and transfer you to Songpan Ancient Town.

Located on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, Songpan is a historic town where Tibetan, Qiang, and Han cultures meet. Once an important trading stop along the ancient Tea Horse Road, the town still preserves its old city walls, traditional streets, and unique cultural atmosphere.

In the afternoon, take a relaxing walk around Songpan Ancient Town. Stroll through the old streets, explore the ancient city walls, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this charming plateau town.

Stay overnight in Songpan.

Day 2: Songpan - Horse Riding to Munigou Valley

Horse riding adventure to Munigou Valley

Appreciate beautiful alpine environment in Munigou Valley

After breakfast, leave Songpan Ancient Town and begin your horse riding adventure to Munigou Valley, a beautiful alpine valley surrounded by forests, mountains, and clear streams.

Meet your local horse guides and start riding along peaceful mountain trails. As you travel deeper into the valley, enjoy the changing landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau, including grasslands, forests, and quiet mountain scenery.

This relaxing horseback journey allows you to experience the natural beauty around Songpan at a slower pace. No previous horse riding experience is required, and your local guides will assist you throughout the journey.

Upon arrival at Munigou Valley, settle into your accommodation and enjoy the peaceful surroundings away from the crowds. Take time to relax and appreciate the fresh mountain air and beautiful alpine environment.

Stay overnight in Munigou Valley.

Day 3: Explore Munigou Valley and Erdaohai Hot Spring by Horseback

Highland lakes surrounded by forests in Munigou Valley

Hot spring at Erdaohai in Munigou Valley

After breakfast, leave Songpan Ancient Town and begin your horse riding adventure to Munigou Valley, a beautiful alpine valley surrounded by forests, mountains, and clear streams.

Stay overnight in Munigou Valley.

Day 4: Munigou Valley - Horse Riding Back to Songpan Ancient Town

Return from Munigou Valley to Songpan Ancient Town by horseback.

walk through the old streets of Songpan Ancient Town

After breakfast, begin your return journey from Munigou Valley to Songpan Ancient Town by horseback.

Ride along the mountain trails one more time, passing through forests, valleys, and open grasslands while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Tibetan Plateau. This final section of the horse riding journey offers another chance to experience the peaceful landscapes and local atmosphere around Songpan.

After returning to Songpan, check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening in the historic town. You can take a walk through the old streets, explore local shops, or taste traditional Tibetan and Sichuan cuisine.

Stay overnight in Songpan.

Day 5: Songpan - High-Speed Train Back to Chengdu

Explore Songpan Ancient Town

Taste local cuisine at Songpan Ancient Town

After breakfast, enjoy some free time in Songpan Ancient Town before ending your journey.

Take a final stroll through the historic streets, explore local shops, or relax in the peaceful atmosphere of this Tibetan town. You can also enjoy a last taste of local Tibetan and Sichuan cuisine before departure.

Later, your guide and driver will transfer you to Huanglong Jiuzhai Railway Station for your high-speed train back to Chengdu.

End of the tour.

Price Details & Guide

Price Inclusions

High-speed train tickets between Chengdu and Huanglong Jiuzhai Railway Station
Private transportation and transfers throughout the tour
Local guide service during the tour
4 nights’ accommodation in selected hotels with breakfast included
Horse riding experience in Munigou Valley
Entrance fees to Munigou Valley and Erdaohai
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Travel accident insurance during the tour

Price Exclusions

International flights and transportation not mentioned in the itinerary
Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses, such as drinks, laundry, souvenirs, and shopping
Tips for the guide, horse guides, and driver (optional but appreciated)
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
China entry visa fees

Itinerary Alteration

Once we receive your tour deposit, which is followed by signing the contract, your reservation is secured with legitimacy. Our staff will reserve the accommodation, vehicle, site tickets, meals and more, and pay the deposit for our suppliers. So if you want to alter to another itinerary, you need to cover the deposit we've paid, while no service charge is needed if you make some changes on the itinerary you booked.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

If you cancel the tour because of your personal issues, you will be liable to pay cancellation charges that are bounded by 3rdpoletour.com cancellation policy as follows:

1.) If you cancel the tour more than 30 days before the trip starts, you will forfeit 10% of the total land cost per person;
2.) If you cancel the tour 15-30 days prior to your trip start date, 20% of your total land tour cost will be forfeited as a cancellation fee.
3.) If you cancel the tour 7-15 days before the trip starts, you will forfeit 30% of land cost.
4.) If you cancel the tour 7 days prior to your tour start date, you will forfeit 50% of land cost.
5.) If you fail to show up or cancel at your scheduled arrival time without prior notice or later than that, you will forfeit 100% of the land cost.

If the tour has to be cancelled because of the natural disaster or the government restrictions that is beyond both parties control, we will charge only USD50 per person, this is just the service fee and larbor fee during the preparation. This is a rare occurrence!

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