How to Get to Yuanyang Rice Terraces from Nansha Town of Yuanyang County
How to Get to Yuanyang Rice Terraces from Nansha Town of Yuanyang County
1. Self-Driving / Chartered Car (Recommended, approx. 1 hour)
Route:
Nansha Town (南沙镇) → Yuanlü Highway (元绿公路, S214 Provincial Road) → Xinjie Town (新街镇) → Various Rice Terrace Viewing Platforms
Distance:
Approx. 30 km (winding mountain road)
Road Conditions:
- Fully paved asphalt road, but with frequent hairpin turns — drive slowly (not recommended for novice drivers)
- Rockfalls are common during the rainy season (June to September); daytime travel is recommended
Navigation Tips:
- Set your GPS directly to your desired viewing platform (e.g., “Duoyishu Rice Terraces Parking Lot (多依树梯田景区停车场)”)
- Alternatively, navigate to Xinjie Town (新街镇) as a transit and supply point
Charter Price Reference:
Round trip from Nansha Town (南沙镇) to Duoyishu (多依树): approx. ¥300–400 per vehicle (negotiable)
🚌 2. Shuttle Bus (Budget Option, Takes About 1.5 Hours)
Route:
Nansha Town (南沙镇) → Xinjie Town (新街镇)
| Departure Station | Operating Hours | Ticket Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nansha Bus Station (南沙客运站) | 07:00–17:00 | ¥15 | Departs every 30 minutes (or when full) |
| Drop-off Point | Xinjie Bus Station (新街镇客运站) | — | Transfer required to reach viewing platforms |
From Xinjie Town to Viewing Platforms:
- Shared Minivans: Look for green vans at the town center square, to Duoyishu (多依树) or Bada (坝达), approx. ¥20–30 per person
- Hiking Option: Qingkou Terraces (箐口梯田) are only 5 km from Xinjie Town — ideal for travelers with time
⚠️ 3. Key Travel Tips
Altitude Change: From Nansha Town (240m) to Xinjie Town (1600m) — motion sickness precautions recommended
Viewing Platform Highlights:
- Duoyishu (多依树): Must-visit for sunrise (25-minute drive from Xinjie Town)
- Bada (坝达): Best for sunset (20-minute drive from Xinjie Town)
Entrance Tickets:
- Ticket checkpoint located at major viewing platforms
- Combo ticket: ¥70 — keep your ticket stub for access
🌅 4. Suggested One-Day Itinerary
- 06:00 Depart from Nansha (南沙)
- 07:30 Sunrise at Duoyishu (多依树)
- 09:00 Visit Aichun Blue Terraces (爱春蓝梯田)
- 11:00 Explore Azheke Village (阿者科村)
- 15:00 Tour Qingkou Ethnic Village (箐口民俗村)
- 17:30 Watch Sunset at Bada (坝达)
- Return to Nansha (南沙)
📞 Useful Contacts
- Nansha Bus Station (南沙客运站): 0873-5642298
- Chartered Car in Xinjie Town (新街镇): Contact via local guesthouse
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