Cost
The Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Standard double room in C-trip 4-diamond hotel
- Includes 5 breakfasts and 7 main meals, with a dining standard of 50 RMB per main meal.100 RMB for Black Truffle Dinner
- Transportation: For groups of 8 or more can be upgraded to 2+1 Land First-Class
- Bilingual tour guide services in Chinese and English
- Admission Fee: First entrance fees to all attractions, including a one-way ticket for the Snow Mountain Sightseeing Train
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
- Tips for drivers/guides and personal expenses.
Trip Info
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Bus
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4 Stars Hotels
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2,700 metres
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Lijiang
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April–May or September–October for stable weather, blooming valleys, and optimal hiking conditions. Winter (November–March).
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Eco-Tour, Hiking
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All meals during the trek
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English, Chinese
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12
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74
Overview
This 3-day adventure through Yunnan’s northwestern wilderness offers an exhilarating blend of dramatic landscapes, Tibetan cultural immersion, and UNESCO-listed natural wonders, designed for travelers seeking rugged beauty and authentic ethnic encounters. The journey begins in Lijiang and traverses the legendary Tiger Leaping Gorge before delving into the Tibetan Himalayan foothills, culminating in the mythical Shangri-La.
Highlights
-Tiger Leaping Gorge High Road Hike: Trek along cliffside trails with “God’s-eye views” of the Jinsha River’s roaring rapids and the snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Pause at the Halfway Inn’s Instagram-famous balcony for panoramic vistas and a caffeine fix amid alpine grandeur.
-Baishuitai’s “Fairy Terraces”: Marvel at UNESCO-recognized calcium carbonate terraces resembling frozen waterfalls, revered in Naxi culture as the “Growing Blossom” (Shi Buzhi).
-Seven-Colored Waterfall: Discover this hidden travertine cascade in the Three Parallel Rivers UNESCO World Heritage Site, where sunlight transforms water into a rainbow spectacle.
-Nieru Village: Experience Tibetan hospitality in a remote Himalayan hamlet, stargaze under pristine skies, and savor farm-to-table chicken hotpot.
-Shangri-La’s Moonlight Ancient Town: Spin the world’s largest prayer wheel (21m tall) and explore octagonal streets mirroring Tibetan Buddhist symbols.
Best Time to Visit
April–May or September–October for stable weather, blooming valleys, and optimal hiking conditions. Winter (November–March) offers crisp skies for snow-capped photography but requires cold-weather gear.
Suitable For
-Adventure enthusiasts with moderate fitness (daily hikes up to 5km at 2,900m altitude).
-Cultural explorers interested in Tibetan Buddhist traditions and Naxi heritage.
-Photographers drawn to turquoise alpine lakes, golden prayer wheels, and rainbow-hued waterfalls.
Special Notes:
Accommodation:
-Standard room (twin-sharing) is included in the quoted price. For hiking tours, tent accommodation is based on 2 persons per tent.
-To upgrade to a single room/tent, please contact our customer service via email for a customized quotation.
-All hotels are locally rated 4-star or equivalent. Upgrades to 5-star hotels are available upon request via email.
Meals:
-Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included, except on arrival/airport transfer day (no meals) and departure day (breakfast only).Breakfast: Bread, rice porridge, eggs, and bacon.Lunch/Dinner: Local Yunnan cuisine. One standard Western-style dinner will be arranged during the trip.
Highlights
- Customized anniversary celebrations for couples, teams, or groups can be arranged. Email us for details and pricing.
- English-speaking guides are provided by default. For other languages, please contact us via email.
- To upgrade to a single room, please contact our customer service via email for a customized quotation.
- For Muslim guests or dietary restrictions/allergies, please email us to adjust meals.
