Jiuzhai Valley National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its turquoise lakes, multi-tiered waterfalls, and pristine Tibetan villages:

• Colorful lakes: Over 100 alpine pools in shades of sapphire, emerald, and jade, reflecting forests and snow peaks

• Waterfall cascades: Pearl Shoal, Nuorilang, and other dramatic multi-level falls

• Tibetan culture: Prayer flags, wooden villages, and insights into local traditions

• Autumn colors: Fiery maples and golden larches frame the water (late September to October)

Arrive & Lower Valley Exploration

• Shuzheng Valley: Reed Lake, Spark Lake, and Shuzheng Waterfall

• Tibetan villages: Stroll through traditional wooden settlements along the valley floor

Upper Valleys: Rize & Zechawa

• Rize Valley: Mirror Lake, Pearl Shoal Waterfall, Five Flower Lake (the park's most iconic view)

• Zechawa Valley: Long Lake (highest and largest in the park) and seasonal lake views

• Boardwalk hiking between photo stops; shuttle bus for longer segments

Optional visit to Huanglong