5 DaysAncient Town to Sacred Land
5 Days Lijiang & Shangri-La

Tibetan monasteries, alpine lakes and the road to sacred Meili
Shangri-La brings a distinct Tibetan character to Yunnan. Private itineraries allow time to acclimatize while exploring Songzanlin Monastery, Dukezong Ancient Town, Napa Lake and Pudacuo National Park, with longer journeys reaching Balagezong or Meili Snow Mountain.
One carefully curated series of 10 customizable itineraries.
5 Days5 Days Lijiang & Shangri-La
2 Days2 Days Songzanlin - Dukezong
3 Days3 Days Shangri-La - Songzanlin - Pudacuo
4 Days4 Days Songzanlin - Napa Lake - Pudacuo
4 Days4 Days Dukezong - Songzanlin - Napa Lake
5 Days5 Days Lijiang - Tiger Leaping Gorge - Shangri-La
5 Days5 Days Shangri-La - Balagezong - Shangri-La
6 Days6 Days Shangri-La - Deqin - Meili - Shangri-La
6 Days6 Days Shangri-La - Tiger Leaping Gorge - Lijiang
7 Days7 Days Shangri-La - Balagezong - Deqin - Shangri-La
May to October is best for open landscapes and wildflowers; winter is cold but offers clear skies and fewer visitors.
Three days covers the essentials; five to seven days is better for Balagezong, Tiger Leaping Gorge or Meili Snow Mountain.
Songzanlin Monastery, Dukezong, alpine lakes, Tibetan family culture and high-mountain scenery.
Shangri-La is above 3,000 meters. We keep the first day light, avoid strenuous activity on arrival and can slow any itinerary.
Three days is a sensible minimum for Songzanlin, Dukezong and Pudacuo. Meili Snow Mountain needs a longer five-to-seven-day route.
Yes. The rail connection makes the trip convenient, while a private road transfer can include Tiger Leaping Gorge.
Many families enjoy the destination when children are comfortable at altitude. The program should remain flexible and easy-paced.
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