Tour Overview
A focused Shangri-La experience — Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, pristine national parks, and the dramatic Tiger Leaping Gorge.
Duration: 4 Days | Type: Private Tour | Destination: Shangri-La | Start: Your hotel in Shangri-La
Highlights
- ✅ Songzanlin Monastery — largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan
- ✅ Pudacuo National Park
- ✅ Tiger Leaping Gorge
- ✅ Dukezong Ancient Town
- ✅ Tibetan culture & cuisine
- ✅ Highland meadow hikes
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Shangri-La
Fly to Shangri-La (Diqing Airport, 3,200m). Acclimatization walk in Dukezong Ancient Town. Spin the giant prayer wheel. Tibetan welcome dinner.
Day 2: Songzanlin Monastery
Morning at Songzanlin — attend prayers with 700 monks. Afternoon: Napahai Lake wetland for migratory birds and yaks. Tibetan handicraft workshop.
Day 3: Pudacuo National Park
Full day in Pudacuo — Shudu Lake circuit hike, Bita Lake boardwalk, highland meadows with grazing yaks. Picnic lunch. Evening: Tibetan hotpot.
Day 4: Tiger Leaping Gorge & Departure
Drive to Tiger Leaping Gorge (2 hours). Hike the upper trail for spectacular Yangtze River views. Return to Shangri-La or continue to Lijiang for departure.
What's Included
- ✅ Guide
- ✅ Vehicle
- ✅ All entries
- ✅ Airport transfers
- ✅ Tibetan dinner (night 1)
- ✅ 3 lunches
- ✅ Insurance
What's Excluded
- ❌ Hotel
- ❌ Shangri-La flight
- ❌ Tips
Before You Go
Best Time
Year-round — each season offers a unique perspective. Contact us for seasonal recommendations.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, camera, sunscreen, and your sense of adventure!
Fitness Level
Moderate — involves walking tours of 2-4 hours per day with breaks. Suitable for most travelers.
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