Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou train tickets now open only 3–5 days early due to railway upgrades. Learn how foreign travelers can still secure seats using Trip.com—and avoid 8-hour buses.

Hailuogou Glacier Park guide for foreigners: how to get from Chengdu by bus, where to stay in Moxi Town, glacier walk tips, and hot springs—no car needed. Real, open-to-all advice.

Easy 2-day Xichang travel guide from Chengdu by high-speed train. Visit Qionghai Lake, Yi culture, and Lushan Mountain—no car needed. Real, open-to-foreigners tips for authentic Sichuan travel.

Peaceful lakeside village with wooden houses nestled on green hills. A boat with people glides on the calm water under a blue sky.

Yes! You can reach Danba & Jiaju Tibetan Village from Chengdu using only buses. Authentic 3-day public transport guide for foreign travelers—stay in stone houses, eat farm food, meet Gyalrong Tibetans. No car needed!

Discover 5 real Chengdu teahouses where foreigners can sip ¥10 jasmine tea, try ear cleaning, play mahjong, and live like locals. No tourist traps—just bamboo chairs, slow life, and free refills.

Skip fake alleys! Discover 10 real ancient towns near Chengdu—free entry, authentic food, and zero crowds (if you go smart). Local-tested guide for foreign travelers with transport tips & food recs.