A leisure tea garden valley in the mountains of Dujiangyan.
Experience the pleasure of tea picking, tea making, and tea tasting amid green mountains and clear waters, and enjoy a slow countryside life.
Chaxi Valley is a lesser-known and serene tea garden scenic area, without the hustle and bustle of large scenic spots. It suits travelers who love nature and tea culture. If you are passing by Dujiangyan, you can spend half a day here to breathe fresh air and experience tea-picking fun, but if you make a special trip, you might find the journey a bit far.
Tickets & Transport
Tickets
- Adult ticket
- ¥40
- Child ticket
- ¥20
- Free
- No
- Ticket methods
- Buy tickets on site or reserve through the scenic area's official WeChat account
- Ticket notes
- Ticket prices are for reference only; actual prices are subject to the scenic area's daily notice. Interactive activities such as tea-picking experiences may incur additional fees.
Opening Hours
- Last entry
- 16:00
- Opening notes
- Opening hours may be extended on holidays; it is recommended to call ahead to confirm.
Best Time to Visit
- Best time of day
- Morning, when the air is fresh and the light is good for photography
- Best day of week
- Weekdays, when there are fewer visitors
- Best season
- Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November)
- Avoid times
- Holidays and weekend afternoons, when it is crowded
- Avoid days
- Public holidays
- Crowd level
- Low
- Crowd peak time
- Weekend afternoons (14:00-16:00)
Getting There
In Detail
Tea Creek Valley Scenic Area is located in Xiange Township, Dujiangyan City. It is a 2A-level tourist attraction that combines tea garden sightseeing, tea-picking experiences, and leisure vacations. Surrounded by mountains with babbling streams, the tea terraces climb the hillsides in layered greens that stay lush year-round. The air is fresh, making it an ideal place to escape the city's hustle and get close to nature.
The scenic area is themed around tea culture. Visitors can hand-pick tea leaves, watch traditional tea-making techniques, and taste fresh spring tea. It also features tea art performances, a tea culture exhibition area, and leisure footpaths. As you stroll along, the aroma of tea fills the air and birdsong echoes through the quiet mountains, leaving you feeling refreshed.
As a rural tourism destination near Dujiangyan, Tea Creek Valley retains a simple pastoral landscape without being overly commercialized. It suits family outings, friend gatherings, or solo relaxation. In spring, pick tea; in summer, escape the heat; in autumn, enjoy the views—each season has its own charm.
What to expect
Visitors can stroll along the tea garden paths and admire the lush green tea bushes covering the hillsides; hand-pick tea leaves in the picking area to experience the life of a tea farmer; watch tea masters stir-fry tea on site and learn about the tea production process; taste freshly brewed tea in the tea room and savor its sweet aftertaste; and take photos while enjoying peaceful moments in the mountain countryside.
How to visit
Self-driving is recommended—just navigate to 'Tea Creek Valley Scenic Area' and there is a parking lot. You can also take a bus or taxi from Dujiangyan city center; the drive takes about 30–40 minutes. Plan for half a day to a full day, such as tea picking in the morning and tea tasting and relaxation in the afternoon.
Pros
Peaceful environment with fresh air, ideal for relaxation; the tea-picking experience is fun and great for parent-child bonding; relatively few visitors, so it won't be crowded; suitable all year round, with the spring tea season especially worthwhile.
Cons
Located in a relatively remote area with inconvenient public transport; facilities are relatively simple and dining options are limited; mountain roads can be slippery in the rainy season, so be careful.
Highlights
- Tea garden scenery: layered tea hills and flowing streams make a delightful view
- Tea-picking experience: hand-pick tea leaves and learn about tea making
- Tea art performance: watch traditional tea ceremony and appreciate tea culture
- Leisure footpaths: wander through the mountains and breathe in fresh air
- Rural charm: escape the city's bustle and feel the tranquility of the countryside
FAQ
Is Chaxi Valley Scenic Area suitable for bringing kids?
Definitely. Tea picking is novel and fun for kids—they can get close to nature and broaden their horizons.
Does the scenic area require tickets?
The scenic area usually charges an admission fee; the specific price is subject to on-site notice. Some experience activities (such as tea picking) may incur additional charges.
What's the best season to go?
Spring (March–May) is the peak tea-picking season, when the tea mountains are most beautiful; summer is cool and great for escaping the heat; autumn scenery has its own charm.
Field Tips
Best photo spot 1. Tea garden terraces: layered tea ridges, lush greenery, perfect for panoramic shots; 2. By the stream: clear water with picturesque reflections; 3. Tea house terrace: sip tea and gaze into the distance, with mountain views in full view; 4. Tea-picking experience area: capture candid moments of tea picking, vivid and natural.
Best entrance Main gate (main entrance)
Best exit Main gate (main entrance)
Location & Nearby
Nearby attractions
- Hongkou Scenic Area (6.7 km)
- Guanxian Ancient City Scenic Area (9.7 km)
- Haiwozi (15.4 km)
- Zhanqi Village Scenic Area (16.3 km)
- Sichuan Aviation Science and Technology Museum (19.4 km)