8-Day High-End Tour of Shangri-La & Nujiang, Yunnan

Day 1

• Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. [Worldwide Departure --- Lijiang] Based on actual flight information, your driver and guide will pick you up from the airport.
• [Attraction/experience] Dukezong Ancient City, Dukezong Ancient City is one of the best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential clusters in China, and a pivotal point on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. Located in Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province, Dukezong Ancient City is an ancient city with a history of over 1300 years, and was once a window for cultural exchange between the snowy Tibetan region and the ethnic groups of Yunnan.
• [Accommodation] Shangri-La Arokhampa Nansoda Manor; The wind of Tibet brushes through Aro Kongba Nansoda Manor, and the fragrance of highland barley fills the window lattices. Open the window to see the snow-capped mountains and flowing clouds, and at night, accompany the starry sky bonfire. In the tenderness of Shangri-La, turn all the worries of the world into the warmth of butter tea.

Day 2

• [Attraction/experience] Kadan Songtsan Forest, Located 5 kilometers from Shangri-La County, accessible by direct bus. The entire monastery is modeled after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, built layer upon layer against the mountain, creating an extraordinary presence and earning it the nickname "Little Potala Palace." Surrounded by an oval-shaped city wall, the main hall is majestic and magnificent, with brightly colored and delicately painted murals inside depicting historical events and promoting Buddhist doctrines.
• [Attraction/experience] Niru Village, Pudacuo National Park (also known as Potatso National Park) is located in Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. Situated in the core area of the "Three Parallel Rivers" World Natural Heritage site, it has an altitude of 3,500-4,159 meters. It is China's first national park system pilot and a national 5A-level tourist attraction.
• [Accommodation] Shangri-La Arokhampa Nansoda Manor; The wind of Tibet brushes through Aro Kongba Nansoda Manor, and the fragrance of highland barley fills the window lattices. Open the window to see the snow-capped mountains and flowing clouds, and at night, accompany the starry sky bonfire. In the tenderness of Shangri-La, turn all the worries of the world into the warmth of butter tea.

Day 3

• [Attraction/experience] Napahai, Ren'an Valley Highland Plant Exploration Walk, Search for Alpine Rhododendrons (Spring Limited)
• [Attraction/experience] Benzilan Town, Benzilan is a Tibetan town on the banks of the Jinsha River, its Tibetan meaning being "beautiful sandbar." It is an important station on the Ancient Tea Horse Road.
• [Attraction/experience] Jinsha Jiangda Guaiwan Guanjingtai, The Jinsha River Great Bend, also known as Moon Bay, features the Dingqu River, which runs north to south through the entire area. After merging with the Mayi River and the Shuoqu River, it carries the waters of three rivers into the Jinsha River, forming the spectacular "three cliffs embracing two rivers" landscape at the confluence.
• [Attraction/experience] Enjoy afternoon tea at Jixia Mountain and watch the golden sunrise over Meili Snow Mountain., Afternoon tea at Jixia Mountain, encounter the golden sun shining on Meili Snow Mountain. The fragrance of tea wafts in the air, and the golden light shines brightly. Snow peaks and warm tea reflect each other, a unique Shangri-La limited romance.
• [Accommodation] Jixiashan Meili Sunyata Holiday Hotel; Jisha Mountain Meri is located in Wunongding Village, occupying an excellent geographical location. Not only can you enjoy Meili Snow Mountain up close, but you can also overlook Bilo Snow Mountain, Baima Snow Mountain, and the Lancang River Valley. The hotel building was built by young architect Zhao Yang, who studied under Kazuyo Sejima, and incorporates the traditional Tibetan architectural style.

Day 4

• [Attraction/experience] Local guide leads a light hike through Niding Forest, Venture into the secret realm of Niding Forest with a local guide, where moss covers ancient trees and streams gurgle. Beneath your feet are soft fallen leaves, and the tip of your nose is filled with the fragrance of grass and trees. A light hike entrusts your body and mind to this pristine healing.
• [Dining] Dinner, Free-range chicken from the mountains, stewed into a pot of bubbling warmth. The meat is firm and chewy, and the broth is so delicious it penetrates the bones. With a gentle evening breeze, and enjoying a hearty meal under the stars, this is the authentic flavor of Shangri-La.
• [Attraction/experience] Gazing at the distant Meili Snow Mountain, The window of Jixia Mountain faces Meili Snow Mountain directly. In the morning, wait for the golden light to fill the peaks, and in the evening, watch the flowing clouds spread over the ridge. Put all your dreams about the snow mountain in this secret place.
• [Accommodation] Jixiashan Meili Sunyata Holiday Hotel; Jisha Mountain Meri is located in Wunongding Village, occupying an excellent geographical location. Not only can you enjoy Meili Snow Mountain up close, but you can also overlook Bilo Snow Mountain, Baima Snow Mountain, and the Lancang River Valley. The hotel building was built by young architect Zhao Yang, who studied under Kazuyo Sejima, and incorporates the traditional Tibetan architectural style.

Day 5

• [Attraction/experience] Descend the mountain to view the golden sunlight on the Meili Snow Mountain., In the first light of dawn, Meili Snow Mountain is draped in a golden cloak, shimmering like a golden mountain between heaven and earth. This is a miracle of nature, a symphony of light and shadow with the peaks. Standing on the viewing platform, hold your breath and witness this soul-stirring moment, feeling the harmonious resonance of faith and nature.
• [Attraction/experience] First Bend of the Nu River, The Nu River flows through the area near Ridan Village in Bingzhongluo Township. Due to obstruction by the Wangqing Great Cliff, the river's flow direction changes from its original north-south course to an east-west direction. After flowing for more than 300 meters, it is again blocked by the Danla Mountains, causing it to turn sharply from west to east, thus forming a semicircular bay known as the First Bend of the Nu River.
• [Accommodation] Jixia Mountain Wuli Camp; JIXIASHAN Cloudland Camp is a rest stop provided by JIXIASHAN in cooperation with the local government for tourists along the Nujiang River. The camp provides comprehensive services such as beverages, meals, accommodation, outdoor gear replenishment, local specialty purchases, hiking route recommendations, and camping sites.

Day 6

• [Attraction/experience] Wuli Village, Wuli, also known as Wengli or Wuli, is referred to by visitors as "Swiss Pastoral Scenery." It's a small village located on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. The scenery here is picturesque, with the wooden houses of the Nu people standing neatly in the fields, accompanied by rising smoke, creating a serene and harmonious aesthetic.
• [Accommodation] Songtsam Stone Moon Lodge; Songtsam Stone Moon Lodge is perched on the cliffs of the Biluo Snow Mountain, where the changing seasons unfold outside your window. The hotel is located in the Three Parallel Rivers area, nestled in Chidisha Village in the hinterland of the Biluo Snow Mountain, on the east bank of the Nujiang River. Watch the sea of clouds flow from the valleys in the early morning, admire the three hundred miles of sunset glow covering the Nujiang River in the evening, and pause to gaze at the starry sky late at night.

Day 7

• [Attraction/experience] Laomudeng Village, Mudeng Village is located in the east of Pihe Lisu Ethnic Township, Fugong County, Nujiang Prefecture, Yunnan Province. "Laomudeng" is a transliteration of the Nu language, meaning "a place people love to visit."
• [Attraction/experience] Zhiziluo Village, Zhiziluo is backed by the Bilo Snow Mountain, faces the Gaoligong Mountains, and the famous Nujiang River rushes by its side. The area enjoys a spring-like climate all year round.
• [Attraction/experience] Shuanglang Ancient Town Small Courtyard, The scenery of Shuanglang, Dali, is uniquely beautiful, with its back against the green mountains, facing Erhai Lake, close to Jizu Mountain, and with a distant view of Cangshan Mountain. It benefits from fishing and farming, and the convenience of boats, and possesses the wonderful scenery of "wind, flower, snow, and moon," enjoying the reputation of "the beauty of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake lies in Shuanglang."
• [Accommodation] Dali Ritz-Carlton Residences Manluoxi Seaview Hotel; The breeze from Erhai Lake brushes past the windowsill, and the clouds dye the sky. At the Ritz-Carlton, Manluoxi, fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up with the morning light. A cup of Pu'er tea, a courtyard of blooming flowers, hiding all the softness of Dali in the passage of time.

Day 8

• [Dining] Breakfast, Hotel buffet
• [Return] 09:00 - 23:00, at Airport transfer in Dali/Lijiang, Based on your schedule, we will arrange the flight time accordingly with a dedicated car service for airport transfer 2 hours in advance, so you can board the flight back to the comfort of your home.

Thank you for trusting the tailor-made itinerary provided by Your Travel custom planner. We look forward to seeing you again!

• Day {num}

Eligibility

• Children aged 2-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Children with a height of 150cm and above will be charged the same rate as adults
• Children aged 14+ will be charged the same rate as adults

Day 1

• Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. [Worldwide Departure --- Lijiang] Based on actual flight information, your driver and guide will pick you up from the airport.
• [Attraction/experience] Dukezong Ancient City, Dukezong Ancient City is one of the best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential clusters in China, and a pivotal point on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. Located in Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan Province, Dukezong Ancient City is an ancient city with a history of over 1300 years, and was once a window for cultural exchange between the snowy Tibetan region and the ethnic groups of Yunnan.
• [Accommodation] Shangri-La Arokhampa Nansoda Manor; The wind of Tibet brushes through Aro Kongba Nansoda Manor, and the fragrance of highland barley fills the window lattices. Open the window to see the snow-capped mountains and flowing clouds, and at night, accompany the starry sky bonfire. In the tenderness of Shangri-La, turn all the worries of the world into the warmth of butter tea.

Day 2

• [Attraction/experience] Kadan Songtsan Forest, Located 5 kilometers from Shangri-La County, accessible by direct bus. The entire monastery is modeled after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, built layer upon layer against the mountain, creating an extraordinary presence and earning it the nickname "Little Potala Palace." Surrounded by an oval-shaped city wall, the main hall is majestic and magnificent, with brightly colored and delicately painted murals inside depicting historical events and promoting Buddhist doctrines.
• [Attraction/experience] Niru Village, Pudacuo National Park (also known as Potatso National Park) is located in Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. Situated in the core area of the "Three Parallel Rivers" World Natural Heritage site, it has an altitude of 3,500-4,159 meters. It is China's first national park system pilot and a national 5A-level tourist attraction.
• [Accommodation] Shangri-La Arokhampa Nansoda Manor; The wind of Tibet brushes through Aro Kongba Nansoda Manor, and the fragrance of highland barley fills the window lattices. Open the window to see the snow-capped mountains and flowing clouds, and at night, accompany the starry sky bonfire. In the tenderness of Shangri-La, turn all the worries of the world into the warmth of butter tea.

Day 3

• [Attraction/experience] Napahai, Ren'an Valley Highland Plant Exploration Walk, Search for Alpine Rhododendrons (Spring Limited)
• [Attraction/experience] Benzilan Town, Benzilan is a Tibetan town on the banks of the Jinsha River, its Tibetan meaning being "beautiful sandbar." It is an important station on the Ancient Tea Horse Road.
• [Attraction/experience] Jinsha Jiangda Guaiwan Guanjingtai, The Jinsha River Great Bend, also known as Moon Bay, features the Dingqu River, which runs north to south through the entire area. After merging with the Mayi River and the Shuoqu River, it carries the waters of three rivers into the Jinsha River, forming the spectacular "three cliffs embracing two rivers" landscape at the confluence.
• [Attraction/experience] Enjoy afternoon tea at Jixia Mountain and watch the golden sunrise over Meili Snow Mountain., Afternoon tea at Jixia Mountain, encounter the golden sun shining on Meili Snow Mountain. The fragrance of tea wafts in the air, and the golden light shines brightly. Snow peaks and warm tea reflect each other, a unique Shangri-La limited romance.
• [Accommodation] Jixiashan Meili Sunyata Holiday Hotel; Jisha Mountain Meri is located in Wunongding Village, occupying an excellent geographical location. Not only can you enjoy Meili Snow Mountain up close, but you can also overlook Bilo Snow Mountain, Baima Snow Mountain, and the Lancang River Valley. The hotel building was built by young architect Zhao Yang, who studied under Kazuyo Sejima, and incorporates the traditional Tibetan architectural style.

Day 4

• [Attraction/experience] Local guide leads a light hike through Niding Forest, Venture into the secret realm of Niding Forest with a local guide, where moss covers ancient trees and streams gurgle. Beneath your feet are soft fallen leaves, and the tip of your nose is filled with the fragrance of grass and trees. A light hike entrusts your body and mind to this pristine healing.
• [Dining] Dinner, Free-range chicken from the mountains, stewed into a pot of bubbling warmth. The meat is firm and chewy, and the broth is so delicious it penetrates the bones. With a gentle evening breeze, and enjoying a hearty meal under the stars, this is the authentic flavor of Shangri-La.
• [Attraction/experience] Gazing at the distant Meili Snow Mountain, The window of Jixia Mountain faces Meili Snow Mountain directly. In the morning, wait for the golden light to fill the peaks, and in the evening, watch the flowing clouds spread over the ridge. Put all your dreams about the snow mountain in this secret place.
• [Accommodation] Jixiashan Meili Sunyata Holiday Hotel; Jisha Mountain Meri is located in Wunongding Village, occupying an excellent geographical location. Not only can you enjoy Meili Snow Mountain up close, but you can also overlook Bilo Snow Mountain, Baima Snow Mountain, and the Lancang River Valley. The hotel building was built by young architect Zhao Yang, who studied under Kazuyo Sejima, and incorporates the traditional Tibetan architectural style.

Day 5

• [Attraction/experience] Descend the mountain to view the golden sunlight on the Meili Snow Mountain., In the first light of dawn, Meili Snow Mountain is draped in a golden cloak, shimmering like a golden mountain between heaven and earth. This is a miracle of nature, a symphony of light and shadow with the peaks. Standing on the viewing platform, hold your breath and witness this soul-stirring moment, feeling the harmonious resonance of faith and nature.
• [Attraction/experience] First Bend of the Nu River, The Nu River flows through the area near Ridan Village in Bingzhongluo Township. Due to obstruction by the Wangqing Great Cliff, the river's flow direction changes from its original north-south course to an east-west direction. After flowing for more than 300 meters, it is again blocked by the Danla Mountains, causing it to turn sharply from west to east, thus forming a semicircular bay known as the First Bend of the Nu River.
• [Accommodation] Jixia Mountain Wuli Camp; JIXIASHAN Cloudland Camp is a rest stop provided by JIXIASHAN in cooperation with the local government for tourists along the Nujiang River. The camp provides comprehensive services such as beverages, meals, accommodation, outdoor gear replenishment, local specialty purchases, hiking route recommendations, and camping sites.

Day 6

• [Attraction/experience] Wuli Village, Wuli, also known as Wengli or Wuli, is referred to by visitors as "Swiss Pastoral Scenery." It's a small village located on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. The scenery here is picturesque, with the wooden houses of the Nu people standing neatly in the fields, accompanied by rising smoke, creating a serene and harmonious aesthetic.
• [Accommodation] Songtsam Stone Moon Lodge; Songtsam Stone Moon Lodge is perched on the cliffs of the Biluo Snow Mountain, where the changing seasons unfold outside your window. The hotel is located in the Three Parallel Rivers area, nestled in Chidisha Village in the hinterland of the Biluo Snow Mountain, on the east bank of the Nujiang River. Watch the sea of clouds flow from the valleys in the early morning, admire the three hundred miles of sunset glow covering the Nujiang River in the evening, and pause to gaze at the starry sky late at night.

Day 7

• [Attraction/experience] Laomudeng Village, Mudeng Village is located in the east of Pihe Lisu Ethnic Township, Fugong County, Nujiang Prefecture, Yunnan Province. "Laomudeng" is a transliteration of the Nu language, meaning "a place people love to visit."
• [Attraction/experience] Zhiziluo Village, Zhiziluo is backed by the Bilo Snow Mountain, faces the Gaoligong Mountains, and the famous Nujiang River rushes by its side. The area enjoys a spring-like climate all year round.
• [Attraction/experience] Shuanglang Ancient Town Small Courtyard, The scenery of Shuanglang, Dali, is uniquely beautiful, with its back against the green mountains, facing Erhai Lake, close to Jizu Mountain, and with a distant view of Cangshan Mountain. It benefits from fishing and farming, and the convenience of boats, and possesses the wonderful scenery of "wind, flower, snow, and moon," enjoying the reputation of "the beauty of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake lies in Shuanglang."
• [Accommodation] Dali Ritz-Carlton Residences Manluoxi Seaview Hotel; The breeze from Erhai Lake brushes past the windowsill, and the clouds dye the sky. At the Ritz-Carlton, Manluoxi, fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up with the morning light. A cup of Pu'er tea, a courtyard of blooming flowers, hiding all the softness of Dali in the passage of time.

Day 8

• [Dining] Breakfast, Hotel buffet
• [Return] 09:00 - 23:00, at Airport transfer in Dali/Lijiang, Based on your schedule, we will arrange the flight time accordingly with a dedicated car service for airport transfer 2 hours in advance, so you can board the flight back to the comfort of your home.

Thank you for trusting the tailor-made itinerary provided by Your Travel custom planner. We look forward to seeing you again!

• Day {num}

Eligibility

• Children aged 2-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Children with a height of 150cm and above will be charged the same rate as adults
• Children aged 14+ will be charged the same rate as adults