Hike Qizang Valley (Qīzàng Gōu)—one of China’s top 10 trails—near Jiuzhaigou. Full 3-day itinerary from Chengdu by train, with camp spots, gear list, and altitude tips for foreign trekkers.

Jiuzhaigou’s shuttle buses drop you randomly—like a blind box! Learn how to guess your stop, walk the right route, and see Five-Color Pond without Chinese.