Day 1 Lijiang City/or Shangri-La Airport → Dukezong Ancient Town ★Meeting Day
All day
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丨Free gathering day/Free airport pick-up service
[Yeshebang VIP Privileges] Special car pick-up service, worry-free arrival
Today is the gathering day. Today, tourists from all over the country will go to Shangri-La Diqing Airport/or Lijiang City/Lijiang Sanyi Airport on their own. Upon arrival, a free pick-up service will be provided by a special car, and then they will be driven to the hotel for check-in.
If you choose to meet in Lijiang, it is recommended that you arrive in Lijiang before 16:00 and proceed to Shangri-La after being picked up at the airport.
Reference driving distance:
Diqing Shangri-La Airport - Shangri-La City: about 15 kilometers, about 30 minutes
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport - Shangri-La City: about 200 km, about 3 hours
丨Dukezong Ancient Town/Wandering in the Moonlight City
Recommended Shangri-La attractions: Dukezong Ancient Town. "Dukezong" is a Tibetan name meaning "Moonlight City" and "Castle Built on Stone." Built into the hillside, the ancient town's pavement follows the natural undulations of the terrain. Its architectural layout resembles an eight-petal lotus, with Moonlight Square at its center. To the west lies Turtle Mountain Park, and atop Turtle Mountain stands the world's largest prayer wheel, a Guinness World Record-winning attraction. Join visitors from around the world as they spin it and pray for blessings.
Accommodation presentation
Stay at Moonlight City/Shangri-La Hotel ◆◆◆◆◆ Altitude: 3300M
The hotel is located in the heart of Shangri-La. Its five-diamond high-quality guest rooms not only provide a comfortable stay, but also offer a rich Tibetan style and home-away-from-home service.
Day 2 Shangri-La → Benzilan → Deqin → Wunongding/Feilaisi Observation Deck
All day
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丨Tibetan Cultural Experience/Brush Sketches the World of Thangka Art
After breakfast, depart for the Thangka Painting Experience. Thangka is a unique art form in Tibetan culture. It features distinct ethnic characteristics, rich religious overtones, and a distinctive artistic style, depicting the sacred world of Buddha with bright colors.
Retracing the Tea Horse Road/ The confluence of the Hengduan Mountains and the Jinsha River
We will pass through Benzilan, an important town on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. Continue on to Moon Bay, the first bend of the Jinsha River. We will stop for a short rest before continuing up the Baima Snow Mountain section of National Highway 214.
丨First sight of Mount Meili / Probably the most beautiful snow-capped mountain in China
We'll continue on to the Wunongding Snow Mountain Observation Deck, nestled against the Baima Snow Mountain. This location offers the most expansive views in Deqin County, offering breathtaking views of the majestic rolling snow-capped mountains, Feilaisi Village at its foot, and the Lancang River valley. Continuing on, we'll reach the Feilaisi Snow Mountain Observation Deck, facing Kawagebo, the main peak of the Meili Snow Mountain, making it a prime photo spot. We'll then check into our hotel, where we'll be provided with a room offering a view of the Meili Snow Mountain.
Accommodation presentation
Stay at the foot of the snow-capped mountains: Deqin Meili Snow Mountain Wunongding Jianglu (diffuse oxygen supply) 3400M above sea level
Select the newly opened landscape hotel in Meili Snow Mountain, Deqin, with the center position of the Wunongding Observation Deck, upgraded snow view rooms, and enjoy the view of the snow-capped mountains just by opening the window.
Day 3 Deqin → Nilong Village → Yubeng Village
All day
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丨Watching the Sun Shining over Jinshan Mountain/ The legendary gathering place of the gods
Get up early and enjoy the golden sunshine on the Meili Snow Mountain. The Kawagebo and Mentsim Mountains are shining brightly under the golden light, which is a breathtaking beauty.
丨The Hidden Rain Village/ If not in heaven, then here
[Yeshebang VIP Privileges] Exclusive private hiking guide to ensure safe and natural enjoyment
We will follow the Yubeng River and hike through the Ninon Canyon to Yubeng Village (14km/6-7 hours). Upon arrival, we will check into the Snow Mountain Hotel and enjoy our vacation facing the snow-capped mountains.
Circumambulating the mountain is a form of prayer in Tibetan Buddhism. Mount Kawagebo, one of the four sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism, has a circumambulation route that has been practiced for over 700 years, yet remains largely unknown. Yubeng is one of the routes used for the Meilinei circumambulation.
丨Wild Luxury Afternoon Tea/ Raise a glass to the snow-capped mountains and embrace nature
In the idyllic Yubeng Village, at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, enjoy afternoon tea. In the valley breeze, raise a glass to the snow-capped mountains and embrace the mountain mist and wind.
Accommodation presentation
Stay in the snowy mountains: YOLO Snow Mountain View B&B (Yubeng Upper Village), Altitude: 3150m
Choose a hotel with stunning views of Yubeng and upgrade to a Snow Mountain room. With floor-to-ceiling windows facing the peaks, you'll experience the resort atmosphere. On sunny days, you can watch the sun setting over the Meili Snow Mountain from your bed.
Optional upgrade: Xueshannuo Wild Luxury Tent Hotel/Yeyu Lugu Hotel ◆◆◆◆ (limited rooms, upgrade fee at your own expense)
Day 4 Yubeng Village → Divine Waterfall
All day
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丨Pilgrimage to the Divine Waterfall/Experience a baptism of body and mind
After breakfast, we'll meet at a convenient time for our departure. Travel light, and we'll arrange for a private guide to lead you on a trek through primeval forests and alpine pastures to the Divine Waterfall (11km, approximately 5-6 hours). Formed by meltwater from the snow-capped mountains, the Divine Waterfall offers panoramic views of the Five Crowns Peaks. Beneath the snowy mountains, the Divine Waterfall is where pilgrims receive baptism, marking the heart of the pilgrimage. Only after receiving the divine waters can the pilgrimage be considered complete, cleansing both mind and body.
After the hike, return to Yubeng Village and enjoy a leisurely vacation under the snow-capped mountains.
Accommodation presentation
Stay in the snowy mountains: YOLO Snow Mountain View B&B (Yubeng Upper Village), Altitude: 3150m
Choose a hotel with stunning views of Yubeng and upgrade to a Snow Mountain room. With floor-to-ceiling windows facing the peaks, you'll experience the resort atmosphere. On sunny days, you can watch the sun setting over the Meili Snow Mountain from your bed.
Optional upgrade: Xueshannuo Wild Luxury Tent Hotel/Yeyu Lugu Hotel ◆◆◆◆ (limited rooms, upgrade fee at your own expense)
Day 5 Yubeng Village → Nylon Village → Shangri-La → Napa Lake
All day
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Retracing the Tea Horse Road/ The confluence of the Hengduan Mountains and the Jinsha River
After breakfast, we'll gather at a convenient time and set off for a hike through Nilong Gorge back to Nilong Village (14km, approximately 5-6 hours). We'll then drive back to Shangri-La. We'll pass through Nixi Township, renowned for its intangible cultural heritage earthenware, and sample a black clay chicken soup pot.
丨 Tour around Napa Lake / Grasslands in autumn and winter, lakes in summer
Upon arrival, we'll first head to Napa Lake, where we'll take a short drive around the lake. In spring and summer, you'll see vibrant plateau meadows. In autumn and winter, Napa Lake is a habitat for migratory birds, offering a chance to observe these plateau spirits from afar. We'll then check into our hotel near Songzanlin Temple.
Accommodation presentation
Stay at a high-end hotel: Songtsam Retreat Shangri-La ◆◆◆◆◆ Altitude: 3300M
Songtsam Retreat, nestled in the hillside, features Tibetan watchtower-style architecture with distinct Khampat characteristics. Each building is named after a village deep within Shangri-La. The lobby's solid wood furniture and Tibetan carpets offer a glimpse into the essence of Tibetan culture.
Day 6 Shangri-La → Songzanlin Temple → Shangri-La Airport/Lijiang Sanyi Airport ★ Dismissal Day
All day
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Visit Songzanlin Temple/Shangri-La's Little Potala Palace
After breakfast, depart for Songzanlin Temple, Yunnan's largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery. Nestled against a hillside, Songzanlin Temple resembles the Potala Palace in appearance. Its unique five-story carved Tibetan architecture embodies the essence of Tibetan plastic arts and is known as the "Tibetan Art Museum." We'll circle the Lhamoyangcuo Lake in front of the temple, then enter the temple to experience the profound Tibetan Buddhist culture.
丨Farewell on the disbanding day/Looking forward to seeing you again next time
Today is the end of the tour. We will transfer you to either Diqing Shangri-La Airport or Lijiang Sanyi International Airport, depending on your flight time. If you need to return to your home city from Lijiang on the same day, we recommend booking a flight after 3:00 PM. If you are staying in Lijiang, we will transfer you to your hotel.
Shangri-La - Diqing Shangri-La Airport is about 15 kilometers away, about 30 minutes;
Shangri-La-Lijiang Sanyi International Airport is approximately 200 kilometers away and takes about 3 hours.
