Journey to the Sky: 11-Day Meili Glacier Exploration & Remote Tibetan Heritage Tour（North Slope of Meili Snow Mountain）

Upon your arrival in Kunming by flight, our dedicated team will be there to greet you with personalized airport transfer services. From the moment you land,you will enjoy the ease and comfort of having our professional staff assist you with hotel check-in, ensuring a seamless and pleasant start to your trip.

Morning:
After breakfast, take a bullet train to ​Lijiang (approx. 3.5 hours). Check in at your Lijiang hotel upon arrival.

Afternoon:
​Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Naxi cuisine lunch at a local restaurant.

​Shuhe Ancient Town Exploration:
Visit ​Shuhe Ancient Town (a key part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Old Town of Lijiang”). This well-preserved trading hub along the ancient ​Tea Horse Road offers a quieter alternative to the bustling Lijiang Old Town. Wander freely through cobblestone lanes, admire traditional Naxi architecture, and browse handicraft shops.
​Jade Water Village (Yushuizhai):
Travel to this ​4A-rated scenic area at the foot of ​Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (15 km north of Lijiang). At an altitude of 2,700 meters, the village combines pristine natural beauty with profound ​Naxi Dongba cultural heritage. Highlights include:
Crystal-clear mountain springs and terraced ponds reflecting the sacred snow peaks.
Interactive cultural experiences: Participate in a hands-on workshop to learn writing ​Dongba hieroglyphs under the guidance of a local Dongba master.
Evening:
Return to your hotel for dinner and rest.

Morning:​​
Depart Lijiang with a stop at the ​Snow Mountain Viewing Platform​ to admire the ​Jade Dragon Snow Mountain​ and ​Haba Snow Mountain. Traverse the dramatic ​Gorge of Benzilan, passing the historic ​Heilong Bridge​ and the Yi ethnic village, where you’ll glimpse traditional lifestyles against a backdrop of terraced fields.
​Afternoon:​​
Enjoy lunch in ​Benzilan Town, then continue to the ​Moon Bend​ (aka Jinsha River Grand Turn), a jaw-dropping horseshoe-shaped gorge carved by the Yangtze River. Ascend through ancient forests along the ​Xizang-Yunnan Highway, reaching the ​White Horse Snow Mountain Pass (4,292m)​—the trip’s highest point. Here, snow-capped peaks surround you, and the sky feels within reach.
​Evening:​​
Wind down the serpentine roads past the ​Thirteen White Pagodas​ at Wunongding Welcome Terrace, arriving in ​Deqin County​ (Yunnan’s highest-altitude town). Settle into your ​Feilai Temple hotel, where your window frames the ​Meili Snow Mountain’s Thirteen Peaks. Sip the tibetan butter tea as sunset paints the glaciers gold.

Accommodation: Feilai Temple hotel twin room
Altitude: 3,300m
Distance: ~375km, ~7hrs drive

Morning:​​
Drive 1.5hrs to ​Yagong Village (3,000m)​, then begin your trek through ​bamboo groves and broadleaf forests​ along a river valley. Navigate rocky sections and stop for a picnic lunch by a wooden bridge.
​Afternoon:​​
Reach ​Zhangjia Camp (3,450m)​​ with your first full view of ​Meili’s snow peaks. Trek another hour to ​Bamboo Forest Camp (3,550m)​, where you’ll pitch tents amid rustling bamboo.
​Evening:​​
Share stories around a campfire under starry skies—no signal beyond this point. Fall asleep to the whispers of the wilderness.

Meals: Hotel breakfast, packed lunch, camp dinner
Accommodation: Twin tents

Morning:​​
Hike through ​pristine forests​ into the ​Mekong River Valley. Pass an abandoned pasture, cross a wooden bridge, and ascend to witness the ​glacial tongues of Meili’s North Face—Nairi Dingka, ​Mangkuang Laka, and their radiant icefalls.
​Afternoon:​​
Arrive at ​Pojun Camp (4,120m)​, facing the glacier-clad north wall. Explore the ​Nairi Dingka Glacier’s moraines​ or photograph ​wild yaks grazing in alpine meadows.
​Evening:​​
Dine with a 360° panorama of glaciers and peaks—utterly off-grid.

Meals: Camp breakfast, packed lunch, dinner with fresh fruit

Morning:​​
Trek 3km to stand ​beside the glacier’s blue crevasses—close enough to hear ice crack. Meili’s north wall looms overhead, its seracs glinting in the sun.
​Afternoon:​​
Return to ​Pojun Camp​ early to relax. Sketch the peaks, meditate by glacial streams, or simply soak in the ​UNESCO-listed landscape.
​Evening:​​
Another night in this ​​”amphitheater of giants”​—no connectivity, just nature’s grandeur.

Morning:​​
If clear, catch the ​sunrise turning Meili’s peaks gold. Ascend steep scree slopes to ​Ciding Pass (5,200m)​, the trek’s toughest stretch, with ​glacier views from every angle.
​Afternoon:​​
Descend via switchbacks to ​Twin Lakes, mirroring the sky, then loop back to camp. 4G signal briefly returns near the pass.

Morning:​​
Descend through ​old-growth forests​ and past herders’ huts, crossing wooden bridges over turquoise streams.
​Afternoon:​​
Reach ​Yagong Village, then drive to ​Feilai Temple. Celebrate with a hot shower and a toast to the mountains.

Morning:​​
Optional sunrise viewing of ​Meili’s “Golden Dragon” light show. Drive via ​Shangri-La, stopping for lunch amid prayer flags.
​Evening:​​
Return to ​Lijiang’s UNESCO-listed old town​ by 5pm.

Morning
After breakfast,journey to ​Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a sacred 5,596m peak revered by the Naxi people. Ascend via the ​Glacier Park Cableway (2,914m long, 1,150m elevation gain), one of China’s highest-altitude cableways. Witness dramatic ecological shifts from lush forests to snow-capped granite as you soar to ​Glacier Park at 4,680m. Included: Oxygen bottle & thermal jacket.
Note: If the cableway is unavailable, explore ​Yunping Meadow (2,950m) or ​Yak Meadow (3,600m) with a price adjustment.

Afternoon
Descend to ​Blue Moon Valley, where glacial meltwater carves turquoise pools through limestone cliffs. Ride the eco-friendly electric car to hidden viewpoints like ​White Water Terrace and ​Jade Dragon Mirror Lake. Pro tip: Visit before noon for mirror-like reflections of jagged peaks.

Take a scenic high-speed train from Lijiang/Dali to Kunming (approx. 2-3hrs). Relax at your hotel, reflecting on a day blending alpine grandeur and living heritage.

Key Tips for Foreign Visitors:

​Altitude Precautions: Sip water frequently and avoid strenuous activity at Glacier Park.
​Photography: Capture Blue Moon Valley’s mirrored waters at ​Mirror Lake or ​Jade Dragon Mirror Lake for postcard-perfect shots.
​Cultural Etiquette: Remove hats during the Impression Lijiang blessing ceremony.
This itinerary balances adrenaline-pumping alpine adventures with immersive cultural encounters, crafted for an unforgettable Yunnan experience.

Travel Arrangements:
After the day’s activities, board a ​scenic bullet train from Lijiang/Dali to Kunming based on your scheduled departure time. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for rest.

Special Notes:
In extreme cases where train tickets are unavailable or delayed due to ​force majeure (e.g., holidays, peak seasons, operational adjustments, traffic congestion, or quota limits), we will arrange alternative transportation via ​private coach/bus. The original train fare will be ​deducted from the bus fee to ensure no additional cost to you. We appreciate your understanding for such unavoidable adjustments.

Floral Grand Finale​
Morning
After breakfast, dive into the vibrant ​Dounan Flower Market , Asia’s largest fresh-cut flower trading hub and a UNESCO-listed “Flower Kingdom”. Witness over 1,600 floral varieties – from velvety roses to exotic orchids – priced as low as ¥10/bouquet. For early-morning flights departing before 12:00 PM, note that the market’s peak trading hours (8:30 PM–2:00 AM) may require independent exploration if group timing conflicts.

Highlight Activities

​Bargain Like a Pro: Engage in lively haggling with vendors (¥15-¥25 for tulips, ¥10-¥23 for carnations).
​DIY Floral Souvenirs: Craft your own indigo tie-dye scarf at Zhoucheng-inspired stalls.
​Auction Thrills: Observe high-speed flower auctions at the ​Kunming Flower Auction Center (3:00 PM daily).

Key Reminders

Hotel check-out: 12:00 PM. Double-check passports/flight details.
For missed market visits, explore airport’s floral boutiques or redeem free “Birthday Month” flower vouchers.
This finale blends sensory feasts and cultural gems, ensuring your Yunnan journey blooms with lasting memories.