Is there coverage out at Jiuzhaigou and Mount Emei?

Towns, hotels and park entrances are covered on the same national plan, but signal genuinely weakens among the remote lakes of Jiuzhaigou and on Emei's upper slopes, so save offline maps.

Can I reach Google or WhatsApp in Sichuan?

Often yes - many China travel eSIMs route traffic internationally, letting blocked apps work without a VPN. That feature varies by plan, so install a reputable VPN as a backup before arriving.

Sichuan eSIM.

Name: Sichuan travel eSIM
Brand: My Holiday SIM

From Chengdu's pandas to the Tibetan highlands - stay connected across Sichuan's basin and beyond.

from $2.59/day · unlimited dataAll of China →

Unlimited data5G where availableInstant QR by emailKeep your number

1 · How many days?

10 daysOther:days

2 · How much data?

3GBBest pricevalid 15 days$7.60$0.76/day

Cheapest plan covering your trip: 3GB, valid 15 days.

Travellers (one eSIM each)

1 × 3GB (valid 15 days) · 10-day trip$7.60

Good to know in Sichuan

Sichuan's west climbs onto the Tibetan Plateau, where villages are sparse and signal follows the highway - download offline maps of Jiuzhaigou and Kangding before you leave Chengdu's reliable network.

Best time to visit Sichuan

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) bring mild weather and, in autumn, the famous fiery colours of Jiuzhaigou's valleys.

Two simple ways to buy

Sichuan eSIM plans: unlimited, or by the GB.

Every Sichuan eSIM from My Holiday SIM is one of two straightforward types. Pick whichever fits how you travel in Sichuan — you can always top up or switch on your next trip.

Traveller streaming and browsing freely on an unlimited-data travel eSIM

Unlimited plans

High-speed data, nothing to count

Priced per day — the longer you stay, the better the daily rate. Ideal for streaming, hotspot and longer trips where you'd rather not watch a data meter. A fair-use policy keeps speeds fast for everyone; see each plan for the detail.

Best for streaming, video calls & hotspot
Great for longer or open-ended trips
One price per day — no GB anxiety

By-the-GB plans

3GB10GB20GB

A set bundle, brilliant value

A fixed data allowance (say 3 GB or 10 GB) valid for your travel days. The best-value pick for lighter trips built around maps, messaging and a bit of browsing. Running low? Top up in a couple of taps — nothing to reinstall.

Best value for lighter, shorter trips
Clear allowance — pay only for what you need
Top up any time from your phone

Compare plans →Not every destination has both types — the picker shows what's available where you're headed.

Plan your data

How much data do you need in Sichuan?

A rough, honest guide to sizing your Sichuan eSIM so you're not guessing. Most travellers in Sichuan are comfortable on 3–5 GB a week — heavy streamers just go Unlimited.

Traveller checking maps and messages on her phone using a My Holiday SIM eSIM

Not sure? Start with a 5 GB plan — you can top up in seconds if you run low.

Light

~1 GB / week

Maps, messaging & email

Google Maps, WhatsApp, email and the odd search. Plenty for a city break where you mostly need directions.

Suits 1–3 GB plans

Balanced

3–5 GB / week

Everyday holiday use

Everything above plus social scrolling, music, cloud photo backups and a little video. Where most travellers land.

Suits 5–10 GB plans

Sichuan eSIM: your local data guide.

Sichuan pairs laid-back Chengdu with some of China's wildest scenery, and mobile data smooths every leg - booking a slot at the panda base, navigating to the Leshan Giant Buddha, or checking road conditions toward Jiuzhaigou. A Sichuan eSIM keeps translation and maps handy whether you're deep in a hotpot joint or climbing Mount Emei.

One eSIM for Sichuan and all of China. It's the national China eSIM — from $2.59/day with unlimited data, working the same in Sichuan as it does the moment you leave it.

Landing at Chengdu - Tianfu International (TFU)?

Install the QR at home, then switch the eSIM on as you taxi in — you're online before you reach the arrivals hall.

Sichuan eSIM pricingbest-value plan · per day

Days

Per day

Total

Saving

3 days1GB

$0.67

$2.00

—

5 days1GB

$0.40

$2.00

−40%

7 days1GB

$0.29

$2.00

−57%

10 days3GBPopular

$0.76

$7.60

—

15 days3GB

$0.51

$7.60

−24%

30 days3GB

$0.35

$10.42

−48%

Each trip length shows the best-value plan that covers it. Total always shown before you pay.

eSIM vs the old ways in Sichuan

eSIM

ROAMING

AIRPORT SIM

Data allowance

Unlimited

Usually capped

Rarely unlimited

Price known upfront

Prepaid

Billed after

Varies at the desk

Ready when you land

Instantly

After the queue

Keep WhatsApp number

SIM swapped

Sichuan eSIM from $2.59/day — the whole bill, agreed before you fly.

Across the region

Where you'll lean on data in Sichuan.

Chengdu Panda Base

Strong 4G and 5G in the city and at the research base for booking tickets and live-streaming the cubs.

Mount Emei & Leshan

Data is reliable in the towns; expect it to fade on the higher forested slopes near the summit.

Jiuzhaigou Valley

Coverage reaches the main entrance and hotels but drops between the remote alpine lakes and boardwalks.

Kangding & the western plateau

Signal follows the main roads on the Tibetan frontier and thins fast in the high passes.

The practical bit

Getting around Sichuan on your eSIM.

Apps you'll want online in Sichuan

DiDi— Best way to hail cars and taxis around Chengdu and out to nearby sights.
Amap (Gaode Maps)— Detailed navigation and bus times, vital for Sichuan's mountain roads and rural routes.
Chengdu Metro (Tianfutong)— Buy fares and plan journeys on Chengdu's fast-expanding subway network.
China Railway 12306— Official app for booking high-speed trains to Leshan, Emeishan and beyond.

How long to stay in Sichuan

Plan five to seven days for Sichuan - a couple in Chengdu for pandas and hotpot, then time for Leshan, Emei or a longer trip toward Jiuzhaigou.

How much data for Sichuan

A balanced 3-5 GB plan suits most Sichuan trips; add more or go Unlimited if you'll hotspot or stream on the long train and bus rides between the basin and the mountains.

Coverage in Sichuan

4G and 5G are strong across Chengdu and the Sichuan basin, but coverage genuinely thins in the western high country - Jiuzhaigou's back valleys, Emei's summit and the Tibetan passes toward Kangding.

Where you're headed

Discover Sichuan.

Tranquil forest with cascading waterfalls in Huanglong, China.

A stunning golden stupa amid a picturesque mountain setting with clear skies.

Stunning waterfall with snow-capped mountains in Sichuan, China, offers a serene natural landscape.

Serene valley with flowing river and majestic mountain backdrop under cloudy sky.

Cities in Sichuan

Zoom in on Sichuan.

Chengdu eSIM

How to activate your Sichuan eSIM.

Full installation guide →

A traveller happily planning her next trip with a map and phone

Buy your plan

Choose your days — the QR code arrives by email in seconds.

A traveller installing her eSIM from the sofa in two minutes

Install at home

Scan the QR on Wi-Fi before you fly. About two minutes, no app needed.

Friends laughing together while packing for a holiday

Fly relaxed

Nothing counts down yet — your days start only at first connection.

A joyful family reunion at the airport arrivals hall

Switch on in Sichuan

Turn the line on when you land. Connected before baggage claim.

New to eSIM in Sichuan?

What is a Sichuan eSIM?

A Sichuan eSIM is a digital SIM that's already built into your phone. Scan one QR code and a local Sichuan data plan installs alongside your home SIM — no plastic, no tray tool, no swap. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly where they are.

✓ 2-minute install✓ Keep your number✓ Works on phones from 2018+

How eSIM works →Check my phone

A traveller with a backpack smiling at her phone — online abroad with My Holiday SIM

Connected · 5G

Home SIM · calls & WhatsAppHoliday eSIM · unlimited data

30-day refund promiseUnused, uninstalled eSIM? Full refund, no questions.

The price is the billPrepaid and final — roaming charges can't happen.

Days start when you landInstall early with zero pressure; counting begins at first connection.

Humans, 24/7Real people answer, before, during and after the trip.

Why travellers choose My Holiday SIM for Sichuan.

Instant eSIM deliveryQR code in your inbox seconds after checkout — even at the departure gate.

No physical SIMNothing to collect, lose or poke out with a paperclip. Your home SIM stays put.

Keep your WhatsApp numberData flows through us; WhatsApp stays on your home number. Family always reaches you.

A traveller at the departure gate, eSIM ready on her phone

eSIM ready in ~2 minutes

No bill shock, everOne clear price before you fly. Roaming charges simply can't happen.

Secure paymentsCards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and Klarna — encrypted end to end.

Real human supportReal people — before, during and after your trip. Live chat and email, no bots. Easy top-ups too.

Coverage in China.

5G where available, fast 4G everywhere else

Connected · 5G

Your eSIM joins China's partner networks automatically — no settings to choose, no manual network hunting. If signal drops in a remote spot, toggling Airplane Mode for a few seconds forces a fresh connection.

China Mobile
China Unicom
China Telecom

Popular places covered

BeijingShanghaiXi'anChengduGuilinHangzhouGuangzhouShenzhen

Keep data roaming ON for the eSIM line only — that's the switch travel eSIMs use, and it never adds charges on our plans.

Trusted networks, honest numbers.

No invented star ratings behind your Sichuan eSIM — just the numbers we actually stand behind.

Friendly globe with location pins — coverage on every continent

My Holiday SIMSTAY CONNECTED. ANYWHERE.

200+

destinations — every continent covered

regions covered by a single regional eSIM

~2 min

typical install — QR to connected

Live

chat & email support

Before you fly

Sichuan eSIM questions, answered.

Yes - Chengdu and the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base sit on strong urban networks, so you'll have quick data for tickets, maps and sharing photos throughout your visit.

Your Sichuan eSIM glossary.

eSIMA SIM built into your phone's hardware. Plans install onto it digitally — no plastic card involved.

QR profileThe code we email you. Scanning it downloads your holiday plan onto the eSIM. One scan per device.

Data roaming (the switch)The toggle travel eSIMs use to join partner networks abroad. On our plans it never adds charges — keep it ON for the eSIM, OFF for your home SIM.

Hotspot / tetheringSharing your phone's data with laptops and tablets. Included on our plans wherever networks allow.

Top-upExtra days added to a live plan from your account. They append to the end — nothing overlaps.

First connectionThe moment your eSIM first joins a network at the destination — that's when your days start counting, not before.

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