The Four Seasons of Yunshanping: Blossoms in Spring, Snow in Winter, Scenic All Year Round

Yunshanping is a famous attraction within the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area. Here is a detailed travel guide:

Tickets and Opening Hours

- Tickets: Mountain entry fee is 100 RMB per person; Yunshanping cable car ticket (including round-trip sightseeing bus) is 60 RMB per person. Children under 1.2 meters are free, children between 1.2 and 1.4 meters pay half the mountain entry fee, and full price for the cable car ticket 🎫.
- Opening Hours: Open year-round from 07:00 to 18:00 ⏰.

Transportation Guide

- Bus: Take the 101 Snow Mountain Express from Lijiang Old Town to the entrance of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area, then transfer to the eco-friendly shuttle bus to Yunshanping cable car station 🚌.
- Taxi: Taxi from Lijiang Old Town costs about 120-150 RMB one way, suitable for groups 🚕.
- Charter Car: You can book a charter car service at travel agencies or guesthouses near Lijiang Old Town; prices vary by vehicle type and itinerary 🚗.
- Self-Drive: Drive to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area; there is parking available inside the park with a fee of about 20 RMB. Be sure to check road conditions and park traffic restrictions in advance 🚙.

Tour Route

- After arriving at Xuechuan Visitor Port, transfer to the scenic area sightseeing bus to Yunshanping cable car lower station 🚌.
- Take the cable car to the upper station of Yunshanping cable car, then choose to take an electric cart (20 RMB per person round trip) or walk to Yunshanping Meadow 🚡.
- Walk along the boardwalk to enjoy the views of snow mountains, forests, and meadows. Take photos at the viewing platform, meadow center, and spruce forest boardwalk 📸.
- After touring, take the electric cart or walk back to the upper cable car station, take the cable car down, then board the sightseeing bus at the lower station to return to Ganhaizi Visitor Center 🔙.

Photo Spots

- Yunshanping Cable Car: Enjoy aerial views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Yunshanping while riding the cable car 🗻.
- Viewing Platform: With a wide open view, it offers a panoramic view of Yunshanping and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, perfect for panoramic shots 🌄.
- Meadow Center: With the snow mountain as the backdrop, it’s ideal for portrait photos 👩👩👧👦.
- Spruce Forest Boardwalk: Sunlight filters through the leaves creating dappled light and shadow, giving a mysterious and romantic atmosphere 🌲.
- Wishing Plaque Area: Filled with hanging wishing plaques, great for artistic and fresh photos 🎋.

Notes

- Altitude Sickness Prevention: Yunshanping is at 3,240 meters above sea level. Some people may experience altitude sickness. It is recommended to prepare oxygen bottles, Rhodiola, and other altitude sickness medications in advance. Avoid strenuous exercise while touring.
- Warm Clothing: Temperatures are low on the mountain, even in summer. Bring a thick jacket as there is a large temperature difference between morning and evening 🧥.
- Sun Protection: UV rays are strong in high-altitude areas. Bring sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection items ☀️.
- Respect Local Culture: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a sacred mountain for the Naxi people. Respect local religious beliefs and customs. Do not touch or damage religious facilities and cultural relics in the scenic area 🙏.