Upon entering Laba River Scenic Area, travelers can choose between hiking the eastern route or taking the scenic area shuttle along the western route (choose one).
Note: Both the East Route and West Route options are on the same bus, but the attractions are visited separately.
◆[East Route—Hiking Tour] : Admission ticket is 40 CNY/person (group discount price, attraction's listed price is 50 CNY) (Hiking tour does not include attraction sightseeing bus or cable car)
Recommended for summer visits. The Longyin Trail Fun & Leisure Walk (walking) takes approximately 3 hours.
The east route is approximately 4.5 km one way, starting from Luming Hotel and winding along the Yaque River with mountain and water views, leading to Blue Crystal Hotel. Along the path, you'll find various small scenic spots and rest pavilions perfect for breaks or photos. Here, you might encounter wildlife such as Tibetan macaques, red pandas, and sambar deer. Walking on Longyin Trail while breathing in the oxygen-rich air, you can temporarily escape urban noise and immerse yourself in nature's tranquility. You can also visit Yindonghai (Silver Cave Lake) along the way, which includes attractions like the redwood forest, Silver Cave, Golden Cave, and Silver Cave Lake. Surrounded by lush mountains and shaded by trees, the lakeside pavilions feature rustic architecture with intricate carvings. The reflections of sky, trees, and mountains on the calm lake create a refreshingly delightful scene.
◆[West Route—Sightseeing Bus Tour] : Admission ticket at 40 CNY/person (group discount price, original attraction price is 50 CNY), round-trip sightseeing bus at 35 CNY/person (mandatory for the tour), round-trip cable car at 110 CNY (optional)
Recommended for autumn/winter/spring visits.
Take the sightseeing bus up the mountain, which will go directly to the lower station of the cableway (approximately 9 km, with a duration of about 20 minutes). Visitors can then take the cableway up to Jiaoshan to enjoy the sea of clouds and snow-capped mountains. In spring, they can also admire the azaleas covering the mountains (the round trip from the upper station of the cableway to the mountaintop takes about 2 hours, with the highest altitude reaching approximately 3,750 meters). Additionally, there are must-see attractions such as the Red Stone Beach, Panda Boardwalk, Azalea Boardwalk, and Deer Pool waiting to be explored.
Special reminder: The west route sightseeing bus starts at 8:00 AM and stops admitting visitors after 4:00 PM, allowing only exits. The west route cable car also stops admitting visitors after 4:00 PM, allowing only exits. Please plan your time accordingly.
Please note:
1. Tourist vehicles cannot be overloaded, and a seat must be reserved for every passenger. If you have an infant, please book as a child when placing your order. If you bring an infant on board without prior notice and the vehicle is overloaded, you will not be allowed to board. If there are available seats, you will need to pay the child fare on the spot.
2. During peak travel season or holidays, the departure time may be approximately 30 minutes earlier. We appreciate your understanding!
3. The time schedule provided in the itinerary is for reference only. The above arrangements may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding. The listed attraction visiting time starts when visitors arrive at the entrance (including the time spent waiting in line to enter). Thank you for your understanding!
4. The estimated return time to Chengdu is around 19:30 in the evening under normal circumstances. Due to unpredictable factors such as traffic congestion, we strongly advise visitors not to book same-day return trains or flights to avoid unnecessary losses. Please note that our agency will not compensate for any delays or be held responsible for any issues caused by self-arranged same-day transportation arrangements. Thank you for your understanding.
5. Various small goods are sold at the attraction. Please purchase carefully at your discretion. These shopping venues are not affiliated with the travel agency or guide.
6. If you are traveling with a passport, Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents, or Entry-Exit Permit for Hong Kong and Macau, an additional insurance fee of CNY 20 per person will be charged.
7. This itinerary involves high altitude and harsh climate conditions. Individuals with high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, altitude sickness, asthma, or similar conditions are not permitted to participate. Some visitors may experience altitude sickness, so please travel safely and within your physical limits. The attraction is a primitive ecological area, and visitors are prohibited from entering restricted zones.


