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5 Days Songpan Sacred Mount Huashiyan Horse Trekking & Camping Tour

  • Songpan Tibetan Horse Trekking

    Songpan Tibetan Horse Trekking trip

  • Explore Mount Huashiyan Sacred Mountain

    Explore Mount Huashiyan Sacred Mountain

  • Mountain Camping Experience

    Mountain Camping Experience in Songpan

  • Songpan Ancient Town

    Songpan Ancient Town

    Tour Outline: 5 Days & 4 Nights
    Chengdu - Songpan Ancient Town (1N) - Lianhuachi Campsite (1N) - Mount Huashiyan Campsite (1N) - Songpan Ancient Town (1N) - Chengdu

    Trip Overview

    This 5-day Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, and Songpan Horse Trekking Tour combines Sichuan’s most iconic natural landscapes with a unique Tibetan Plateau experience.

    Starting from Chengdu by high-speed train, you will first explore the historic Songpan Ancient Town, a former trading hub along the ancient Tea Horse Road. Continue to the breathtaking Jiuzhaigou Valley and Huanglong National Park, where you can admire crystal-clear lakes, colorful forests, snow mountains, and spectacular alpine scenery.

    The highlight of this journey is a horse trekking experience in Songpan, where you will ride through peaceful valleys, grasslands, and mountain trails while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau.

    Combining world-famous natural wonders with a local cultural experience, this tour offers a more immersive way to discover Sichuan beyond the classic sightseeing routes.

    • [Tibetan Horse Trekking] Ride through alpine valleys, forests, and grasslands around Songpan with local horse guides.
    • [Mount Huashiyan Sacred Mountain] Explore a sacred mountain area respected by local Tibetans and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Tibetan Plateau.
    • [Mountain Camping Experience] Spend two nights camping in remote mountain areas surrounded by nature, stars, and beautiful landscapes.
    • [Songpan Ancient Town] Discover the historic Tibetan town along the ancient Tea Horse Road and experience its unique cultural charm.

    • Best Time to Visit

      May to October

    • Physical Demands

      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

    Chengdu to Huanglong High-Speed Train

    Songpan Ancient Town

    Songpan Ancient Town

    Begin your adventure 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 eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, Songpan is a historic town where Tibetan, Qiang, and Han cultures come together. Once an important trading hub 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 through Songpan Ancient Town. Explore the ancient streets, learn about the history of this former trading town, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere before starting your mountain adventure.

    You will also meet your local horse guides and prepare for the upcoming trekking journey, including checking equipment and getting ready for your camping experience in the mountains.

    Stay overnight in Songpan.

    Day 2: Songpan - Horse Trekking to Lianhuachi Campsite

    Riding a horse to Lianhuachi Campsite

    Riding a horse to Lianhuachi Campsite

    Enjoy the time on the way

    Enjoy the time on the way

    After breakfast, meet your local horse guides and begin your Songpan horse trekking adventure into the peaceful mountain landscapes surrounding Songpan.

    Follow traditional mountain trails on horseback as you ride through forests, alpine grasslands, and quiet valleys. Along the way, enjoy the fresh mountain air, beautiful plateau scenery, and a slower pace of travel that allows you to truly connect with nature.

    The trail gradually takes you away from the town and deeper into the Tibetan Plateau, where you can experience a more remote and authentic side of Songpan. Your local horse guides will assist you throughout the journey, making this experience suitable even for travelers with limited horse riding experience.

    Arrive at Lianhuachi Campsite in the afternoon and settle into your mountain camp. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, relax by the campsite, and take in the beautiful scenery before spending your first night under the stars.

    Stay overnight at Lianhuachi Campsite.

    Day 3: Lianhuachi Campsite - Mount Huashiyan Horse Trekking - Mountain Camping

    Having a good time in the primary forest

    Having a good time in the primary forest

    Mt. Xuebaoding

    Mount Huashiyan

    Wake up surrounded by the peaceful mountain scenery of Lianhuachi Campsite and continue your journey toward Mount Huashiyan, a sacred mountain area respected by local Tibetans.

    Today, follow the mountain trails on horseback and explore the beautiful landscapes around Huashiyan. Ride through alpine meadows, forests, and valleys while enjoying the untouched scenery of the Tibetan Plateau.

    Mount Huashiyan has long been an important spiritual place for local Tibetans. Along the way, you will experience the peaceful atmosphere of this sacred mountain and learn more about the traditional connection between local communities and the natural environment.

    After the day’s exploration, return to the campsite and enjoy another night in the mountains. Away from the crowds and city lights, you can relax under the open sky and experience the tranquility of camping on the Tibetan Plateau.

    Stay overnight at Mount Huashiyan Campsite.

    Day 4: Mount Huashiyan - Horse Trekking Back to Songpan

    The energy and power of morning

    The energy and power of morning

    Riding back to Songpan

    Riding back to Songpan

    After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in the mountains before beginning your journey back to Songpan Ancient Town.

    Ride your horse along the mountain trails as you descend from the Mount Huashiyan area, passing through forests, valleys, and alpine landscapes. Take your time to enjoy the changing scenery and the peaceful atmosphere of the Tibetan Plateau.

    After returning to Songpan, relax at your hotel and enjoy a well-deserved rest after the mountain adventure. You can also take some time to explore the old streets of Songpan Ancient Town or enjoy the local Tibetan and Sichuan cuisine.

    Stay overnight in Songpan.

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

    Explore Songpan Ancient Town

    Explore Songpan Ancient Town

    Taste local cuisine at 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 walk through the historic streets, explore local shops, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this Tibetan town after your mountain adventure.

    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

    Tour Price

    2 People: USD555 per person
    3-4 People: USD525 per person
    5 to More People: USD465 per person

    Service Inclusion
    1. Public tourist bus transfer between Chengdu and Songpan
    2. Accommodation in Gaotun Village and Songpan area as mentioned in the itinerary
    3. Transportation to and from the trekking trailhead
    4. Local guide service during the trekking tour
    5. Horse support and local horse guide service
    6. Camping equipment, including tents and groundsheet
    7. Accommodation for horses and horse guides at the campsite
    8. Breakfast and dinner during the outdoor trekking days
    9. Rental of traditional Tibetan clothing (please provide your size in advance)
    10. Transportation back to Chuanzhusi on Day 4
    11. Travel accident insurance during the tour
    Service Exclusion
    1. International flights and domestic flights/trains to and from Chengdu
    2. Horse riding fee and tips for horse guides
    3. Lunches during the trekking days
    4. Sleeping bag (please bring your own or rent separately)
    5. English-speaking trekking guide (available upon request with an additional cost)
    6. Personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone calls, and souvenirs
    7. Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
    8. 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 beacuse 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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