Destinations: Huanglongxi Ancient Town + Pingle Ancient Town + Anren Ancient Town + Liu's Manor + Ancient Banyan Tree Groups
Suitable For
Travelers who love ancient architecture and folk culture, ancient style photography enthusiasts, leisure vacationers, middle-aged and elderly travelers, family tourists, and all visitors who pursue quiet, uncrowded and healing travel experiences.
Not Suitable For
Travelers seeking intensive sightseeing and outdoor adventure, lovers of modern urban shopping and trendy entertainment, tourists who prefer fast-paced tight schedules, and visitors with little interest in ancient architecture and rural scenery.
Tour Highlights
Today's Highlights: Explore the classic waterside ancient town, wander old streets and enjoy casual water play
Depart from downtown Chengdu and take a short drive to Huanglongxi Ancient Town, a famous thousand-year-old waterside ancient town in Western Sichuan. Surrounded by gentle streams, the town features well-preserved Ming and Qing wooden architectures, smooth bluestone roads and ancient archways. Wander leisurely along the old streets, visit ancient opera stages and old tea houses, and experience the authentic town vibe. You can also walk to the shallow stream area to play with water and feel the unique coolness of the waterside town. In the afternoon, explore the original rural villages around the town and appreciate the harmonious scenery of farmlands and ancient buildings. Stay in a characteristic suburban homestay at night and enjoy the quiet night view of the ancient town with dim lantern lights.
Optional Activity: Taste local specialties such as traditional noodles, jelly and handmade sugar, or sit in an old tea house to experience the slow local lifestyle.
Tips: The streamside roads are slippery; please walk carefully. Bring mosquito repellent for summer travel.
Day 2: Huanglongxi → Pingle Ancient Town | Mountain Ancient Street & Rural Scenery
Today's Highlights: Discover the secluded mountain ancient town, stroll along riverside old bridges and enjoy idyllic rural views
After breakfast, leave Huanglongxi and drive to Pingle Ancient Town, a secluded ancient town hidden in shallow mountains. Less commercialized, Pingle retains the original simplicity of ancient Sichuan towns. The Baifo River runs through the town, with century-old banyan trees standing along the riverbank and ancient stone bridges connecting the quiet streets. Walk along the riverside footpath to admire primitive Western Sichuan residential buildings and observe locals' daily leisure life. In the afternoon, wander in the open rural areas around the town, enjoying green farmlands and fresh natural scenery. Stay in a quiet homestay in Pingle Ancient Town at night, falling asleep with the sound of flowing streams.
Optional Activity: Experience traditional folk handicrafts such as bamboo weaving and handmade pastries, or take a relaxing night walk along the river.
Day 3: Pingle → Anren Ancient Town | Republic of China Style & Liu's Manor
Today's Highlights: Explore vintage Republic of China architecture and visit the century-old grand manor
After breakfast, head to Anren Ancient Town, the final stop of the journey. Featured with Republic of China architecture and cultural heritage, the town is lined with elegant vintage mansions and ancient courtyards, creating a strong retro atmosphere perfect for photography. Visit the well-preserved Liu's Manor, a large-scale classical complex with exquisite carvings and delicate layouts, displaying the architectural aesthetics and living culture of wealthy families in modern Western Sichuan. After exploring the old streets and the manor, you can buy local agricultural products and handmade souvenirs. Finally, drive back to downtown Chengdu, concluding your peaceful ancient town rural retreat.
Optional Activity: Rest in retro cafes and literary boutiques to take vintage-style travel photos.
Tired of crowded urban scenic spots and fast-paced life? Join this 3-Day Relaxing Chengdu Suburb Tour with PandaStudyTour!
