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Chengdu itinerary: 13 days with family
shoppingregretsShared Aug 25, 2026We are travelling with our three young children (1, 3 and 5) to Chengdu in October. We plan to take it very slow and would appreciate input on the itinerary, particularly whether a Dujiangyan–Jiuzhaigou same-day transfer makes sense.
Days 1–3: Evening flight from Singapore into Chengdu; stay in the Taikoo Li area.
Days 4–5: Dujiangyan, panda base and old town.
Day 6: Transfer from Dujiangyan–Xipu/Chengdu East to Jiuzhaigou by high-speed rail, then transfer to our Jiuzhaigou hotel (Nine Peaks).
Days 7–8: Jiuzhaigou.
Day 9: Jiuzhaigou–Chengdu (should we stay near Taikoo Li again?).
Days 10–13: Chengdu and flight out to Singapore.
How much lead time would one need to transit through the rail stations? I read there are bag checks. Would business-class tickets make things more comfortable or smooth? We speak fluent Mandarin if that helps. Thank you!
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Your itinerary should make for a comfortable and enjoyable family trip. There is no rushing around, the area is compact enough, and the accommodation plan looks fine.
For train departures, I recommend arriving at the railway station at least half an hour early. Trains in China run on tight schedules, and security checks generally do not take too long. If you are running short on time, explain your situation to station staff; it is often possible to get help with the queue.