Detailed guide of Sichuan-Tibet 318 self-driving tour
1. Itinerary planning.
Sichuan-Tibet Line 318 is known as one of the most beautiful highways in China, with beautiful scenery along the way, and is a classic self-driving route integrating natural scenery, cultural landscape, and adventure culture. This guide will give you a detailed introduction to the itinerary, driving routes, accommodation recommendations and precautions, etc., to help you plan a perfect Sichuan-Tibet 318 self-driving tour.
2. Driving directions.
Chengdu - Kangding - Litang - Ganzi - Everest Base Camp - Lhasa.
3. Itinerary.
Day 1: Chengdu - Kangding.
From Chengdu, take the Chengya Expressway to Kangding, the distance is about 400 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is 6 hours. Kangding is an important city on the Sichuan-Tibet line and the hometown of love songs. Here you can visit the ancient city of Kangding and taste local specialties.
Day 2: Kangding-Litang.
From Kangding, take National Highway 318 to Litang, the distance is about 300 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is 5 hours. Litang is an important node on the Sichuan-Tibet line, and it is also a necessary place to go to Daocheng Yading. Here you can enjoy the spectacular grassland scenery and experience the Tibetan customs.
Day 3: Litang - Ganzi.
From Litang, take National Highway 318 to Ganzi, the distance is about 200 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is 4 hours. Ganzi is the gateway to Sichuan and an important node of the Ancient Tea Horse Road in history. Here you can visit famous attractions such as Baiyu Temple and Yaqing Temple.
Day 4: Ganzi - Everest Base Camp.
From Ganzi, take National Highway 318 to Everest Base Camp, the distance is about 1,000 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is 16 hours. Everest Base Camp is one of the best places to see Mount Everest, where you can feel the magnificence of the top of the world.
Day 5: Everest Base Camp - Lhasa.
Departing from the Everest base camp, take National Highway 318 to Lhasa, the distance is about 1,500 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is 24 hours. Lhasa is the capital of the city and a famous tourist destination. Here you can visit famous attractions such as the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, and feel the cultural charm of Tibetan Buddhism.
4. Accommodation recommendations.
There are many restaurants and snack bars along the Sichuan-Tibet line, where you can taste authentic Sichuan and Tibetan cuisine. When it comes to accommodation, there are a variety of options to choose from, such as hotels, inns, and camping. It is especially recommended to stay in the tent inn near Litang and Everest Base Camp to better experience the local customs and culture.
5. Precautions.
1.Altitude sickness: The Sichuan-Tibet line is at a high altitude, so it is necessary to pay attention to prevent altitude sickness. It is advisable to do physical exercise before departure to maintain a good physical condition. Pay attention to rest and keep warm during driving to avoid overwork and colds.
2.Vehicle preparation: The vehicle should be fully inspected and maintained before driving to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle. At the same time, it is necessary to prepare emergency tools and maintenance equipment so that you can deal with problems on the road in a timely manner.
3.Safe driving: The Sichuan-Tibet line has beautiful scenery along the way, but the mountain roads are rugged, so you need to pay attention to safe driving. Stay focused and alert while driving, and follow traffic rules and speed limits. Especially when driving on mountain roads, be aware of risks such as rockfalls and landslides.
4.Environmental awareness: There is a national nature reserve along the Sichuan-Tibet line, and the ecological environment needs to be protected. During the trip, we should pay attention to environmental protection and garbage classification, and do not destroy the natural landscape and vegetation at will. At the same time, it is necessary to respect local customs Xi customs and cultural traditions, and protect cultural heritage.