NatureNo. 7 of Cool Water Escapes in Sichuan
Daocheng Yading
Ganzi, Sichuan
About This Attraction
Daocheng Yading, also known as Yading Nature Reserve, is known by locals as Aden Scenic Area. Located in the southern part of Daocheng County in Ganzi Prefecture, it is mainly composed of three mountains, Xiannairi, Yangmaiyong, and Xianuoduoji, as well as surrounding rivers, lakes, and alpine meadows. There are not only magnificent and sacred snow-capped mountains in the scenic area, but also vast meadows, colorful forests, and blue crystal clear lakes. Hiking on foot like the local Tibetans is a better way to experience the scenery in Yading. However, due to the high altitude of the Aden Protected Area, the entire walk still requires considerable physical fitness.
Highlights
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Hiking2
Natural scenery3
Mountain climbingInsider Tips
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Visitor Notes
Jingang challenge line reopened
Dear travelers and travel agencies:The freezing period at Daocheng Yading attraction has ended, and the King Kong Challenge route (from Gongga Cuo to Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake areas) will reopen to visitors. The adjusted operating hours and admission ticket prices are announced as follows:1. Jingang challenge lineOpening hoursApr 15, 2026–Nov 25, 20262. Ticket price adjustmentFrom April 16 to November 25, 2026, the admission ticket price for the attraction will be adjusted to 146 CNY per person.3. Attraction operating hoursPeak season: (Apr 15 - Nov 25)1. Visitor center ticket sales hours: 7:00 AM–4:40 PM.2. Sightseeing bus operating hours: Visitor center to Zhaguanbeng 7:10 AM–5:00 PM; Zhaguanbeng to visitor center 8:30 AM–7:00 PM; Yading village to Zhaguanbeng 7:30 AM–4:30 PM.3. Sightseeing bus operating hours: From Chonggu temple to Luorong pasture 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; from Luorong pasture to Chonggu temple 8:30 AM–6:00 PM.4. Muleteer operation hours: From Luorong pasture to Gongga cuo: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM until the departure time slot operation ends.Off-peak season for travel: (November 26 to April 14 of the following year)1. Visitor center ticket sales hours: 8:20 AM–3:50 PM.2. Sightseeing bus operating hours: Visitor center to Zhaguabeng 8:30 AM–4:00 PMFrom Zhaguanbeng to the visitor center: 10:00-18:00; from Yading village to Zhaguanbeng: 9:30-16:30.3. Sightseeing bus operating hours: From Chonggu temple to Luorong pasture 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; from Luorong pasture to Chonggu temple 10:30 AM–5:00 PM.4. Maban operating hours: Temporarily suspended.Special periods (such as "short holiday breaks like Labor Day, National Day, and Dragon Boat Festival")1. Visitor center ticket sales hours: 6:00 AM–4:40 PM.2. Sightseeing bus operating hours: From the visitor center to Zhaguanbeng 6:10 AM–5:00 PM; from Zhaguanbeng to the visitor center 7:30 AM–7:00 PM; from Yading village to Zhaguanbeng 7:00 AM–4:30 PM.3. Sightseeing bus operating hours: From Chonggu temple to Luorong pasture 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.From Luorong pasture to Chonggu temple 8:30 AM–6:30 PM. (Note: Sightseeing buses depart every 30 minutes.)4. Muleteer operation hours: From Luorong pasture to Gongga cuo: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM until the departure time slot operation ends.Attraction inquiry phone: 0836-6966022Attraction complaint phone: 0836-6966021Attraction emergency phone: 13684498848Attraction medical emergency phone: 13990486468Notice is hereby given.
Free sightseeing bus
Dear visitors, the attraction's sightseeing bus will be free from May 29. Welcome to visit!
Quick Information
Rating
Recommended Duration
1–2 days
Ticket Price
From USD 76.46
Opening Hours
Open today at 7:00 AM–4:40 PM(Tickets available until 4:40 PM)
Address
四川省甘孜藏族自治州稻城县香格里拉镇
Phone
+868366966022 | +868366966021 | +868366966027
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