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Shangri-La’s Tiger Leaping Gorge: A Canyon Adventure

Shangri-La’s Tiger Leaping Gorge: A Canyon Adventure

In the morning (7-8am), our driver will pick you up at the designated place, and then we will take 1.5 hours to go to the First Bend of Yangtze River Viewing Platform located in Shangri-La to take photos and have a short rest. The Yangtze River rushes down from the “Roof of the World”, the Tibetan Plateau, and enters Yunnan from Batang County, where it runs parallel to the Lancang River and the Nujiang River and crosses the high mountains and deep valleys of the Hengduan Mountains, forming the magnificent “Three Rivers” landscape. In the village of Shasongbi in Shangri-La County, the river suddenly turns more than 100 degrees to the northeast, forming a rare V-shaped bend, which is known as the “First Bay of Yangtze River”. Around 10:30, we will arrive at Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Spot, which is one of the deepest canyons in China. Here we will hike upstream of the canyon (you can also choose to pay to ride the escalator) and feel the power of nature, the strong current, the roaring sound of water... Here we visit for 2-2.5 hours. After browsing around 12:30, we will drive to Qiaotou for Chinese lunch (Lunch time: 1 hour). After lunch, you can take a short break in the car and our driver will take you back to the hotel to end the pleasant journey.

Tiger Leaping Gorge: Shangri-La’s Majestic Canyon Adventure

Tiger Leaping Gorge: Shangri-La’s Majestic Canyon Adventure

In the morning (7-8am), our driver will pick you up at the designated place, and then we will take 1.5 hours to go to the First Bend of Yangtze River Viewing Platform located in Shangri-La to take photos and have a short rest. The Yangtze River rushes down from the “Roof of the World”, the Tibetan Plateau, and enters Yunnan from Batang County, where it runs parallel to the Lancang River and the Nujiang River and crosses the high mountains and deep valleys of the Hengduan Mountains, forming the magnificent “Three Rivers” landscape. In the village of Shasongbi in Shangri-La County, the river suddenly turns more than 100 degrees to the northeast, forming a rare V-shaped bend, which is known as the “First Bay of Yangtze River”. Around 10:30, we will arrive at Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Spot, which is one of the deepest canyons in China. Here we will hike upstream of the canyon (you can also choose to pay to ride the escalator) and feel the power of nature, the strong current, the roaring sound of water... Here we visit for 2-2.5 hours. After browsing around 12:30, we will drive to Qiaotou for Chinese lunch (Lunch time: 1 hour). After lunch, you can take a short break in the car and our driver will take you back to the hotel to end the pleasant journey.

Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley Tour

Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley Tour

Soar above the clouds in a cable car and discover a winter wonderland at the snow-capped summit of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Explore the holy mountain of the Naxi people and experience the Blue Moon Valley. Be picked up privately by your guide and drive to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take a cable car to the Glacier Park at 4,680 meters, where you'll find stunning scenery of forests, meadows, and potentially snow-covered peaks. Experience the Blue Moon Valley, a stunning Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Valley featuring an incredibly blue river winding its way through. After your visit, be transferred privately back to your hotel.

Lijiang Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain w/Cable Car & Show

Lijiang Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain w/Cable Car & Show

Meet your private guide in your downtown Lijiang hotel's lobby, heading directly to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain which takes about 1 hour. Sit back and enjoy the sceneries along the way. Consisting of 13 peaks, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Looking from Lijiang Old Town, the snow-covered and fog-enlaced mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence, the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Get the information and learn its legendary stories from your tour guide. Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, then enjoy the amazing Lijiang Impressions Show. The show is performed in daytime, using the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as its stage background. More than 100 horses and 500 non-professional peasant actors with dark skin who are from 16 local villages and over 10 ethnic minorities give their best performance. They use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs. Next, head directly to the Old Town of Lijiang. The Old Town of Lijiang is a well-preserved old city of ethnic minorities with brilliant culture, the town was first built in the late Song Dynasty, it has a history of more than 800 years. As a result of the combination of the multinational culture and the progress of Naxi ethnic minority, the buildings here incorporate the best parts of the architectural traits of Han, Bai, and Tibet into a unique Naxi style. After the tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Lijiang.

Private tour to Lijiang Jade Dragon snow Mountain with lunch

Private tour to Lijiang Jade Dragon snow Mountain with lunch

Meet guide in the hotel lobby today it's a private tour , first we will go to Lijiang jade dragon snow Mountain by cable car to visit the Mountain, lunch is in the package, after that we will go to Baisha village the capital city of Naxi people, you can take some photos for the traditional building and locals sit on the street. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Mountain) is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Consisting of 13 peaks, among which Shanzidou is the highest one with an altitude of 5,600 meters (18,360 feet), Jade Dragon Snow Mountain stretches a length of 35 kilometers (22 miles) and a width of 20 kilometers (13 miles). We will visit Glacier park or Yunshanping by round way cable car, blue moon valley, by excursion bus to visit the snow Mountain about 3hours. Then we go Baisha village, it's a quite and nice village in Lijiang city, in this village you will see some locals walking on the street, doing business, play with traditional music, traditional buildings etc, a peaceful village will be in your mind , once you are tired you can find a coffee shop and order a cup of tea or coffee just sit and relax , I think you will never forget it after you back home. Transfer to hotel by our private transfer.

Lijiang to Shangri-La HuXiang Road Private Scenic Tour

Lijiang to Shangri-La HuXiang Road Private Scenic Tour

Discover the natural beauty of the Tiger Leaping Gorge, Haba Snow Mountain, and Baishui Terrace on a full-day tour from Lijiang. Visit the Naxi village of Haba, the Napahai grassland, and the Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La. Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in Lijiang and head to the first stop, the Tiger Leaping Gorge. Stand on the observation deck and see the towering peaks on both sides of the canyon reaching high into the clouds, steep and precipitous. Watch as the river surges in the narrow canyon, stirring up huge waves. Continue to the Haba village and see the tall pine, spruce, and other trees. Hear the crisp singing of birds and the sound of squirrels scurrying between the branches. Learn about the 112 species of mammals, 446 species of birds, and 7,084 species of plants that have been recorded in Lijiang. Next, arrive in Haba Village, home to the Naxi people. See the traditional Naxi architecture in the houses, which are characterized by wooden structures, sloping roofs, and intricate carvings. Pass the Haba Snow Mountain, the main peak of which is 5,396 meters above sea level. See the Baishui Terrace, a natural limestone terrace that resembles a frozen waterfall. Enter the Pudacuo National Park and see the Napahai grassland, under the gentle touch of the sun, like a large green blanket. In the distance, see herds of yaks and sheep leisurely nibble on the green grass. Choose to go deep into the secret place of Shangri-La, Niru Village. See the women dressed in colorful Tibetan costumes, and delicate embroidery and accessories show off their exquisite craftsmanship. Finally, reach the Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La. Nestled amidst majestic mountains, the town features traditional Tibetan architecture with stone houses and sloping roofs. As you wander through its cobblestone streets, be greeted by prayer flags fluttering gently in the breeze, filling the air with a sense of spirituality. Choose to return to Lijiang via highway or stay over at Shangri-La City. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking a customized, immersive experience in Lijiang and Shangri-La, offering a mix of history, culture and breathtaking scenery. Let your guide handle the details while you relax and enjoy everything the city has to offer.

Tiger Leaping Gorge and Cotton Fort in Shangri-La

Tiger Leaping Gorge and Cotton Fort in Shangri-La

In the morning (7-8am), our driver will pick you up at the designated place, then we will spend 1.5 hours to go to the First Bend of Yangtze River Viewing Platform in Shangri-La to take photos and have a short rest. The Yangtze River rushes down from the “Roof of the World”, the Tibetan Plateau, and enters Yunnan from Batang County, where it runs parallel to the Lancang River and the Nujiang River, traversing the high mountains and deep valleys of the Hengduan Mountains, forming the magnificent “Three Rivers” landscape. In the village of Shasongbi in Shangri-La County, the river suddenly turned more than 100 degrees to the northeast, forming a rare V-shaped bend, known as the “First Bay of the Ten Thousand Mile Yangtze River”. Around 10:30, we will arrive at Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Spot, one of the deepest canyons in China. Here we will hike upstream of the canyon (you can also choose to pay to ride the escalator) and feel the power of nature, the rapid water flow, the roaring sound of water ...... We will tour here for 2-2.5 hours. After browsing around 12:30, we will have Naxi Chinese lunch (Lunch time: 1 hour). 13:30, after lunch, you can take a rest in the car, we drive to Baishuitai Scenic Spot (Cotton Castle): According to legend, the founder of Dongba, “Dongbashiro”, practiced in Baishuitai, which is regarded as Dongba's dojo. Every year on the eighth day of the second month of the lunar calendar, the local Tibetans, Naxi, Yi, Bai, Lisu and other ethnic groups to White Water Terrace to carry out sacrificial activities, songs and dances to entertain the gods, ethnic customs are very rich. White Water Platform is an important tourist attraction in Diqing Plateau. We will visit here for 2-2.5 hours. After the tour of Baishuitai (Cotton Fort) scenic spot, our driver will take you back to your hotel safely.

Shangri-la to Lijiang and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge

Shangri-la to Lijiang and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge

Your driver will meet you at any hotels of the Shangri-la area at 8:30am or any time before 12:00pm, Shangri-la is 180km away from Lijiang city, The journey takes 6-6.5 hours by private car, because you also need to stop at the Tiger Leaping Gorge, If you don't stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge, just take a 3 hours. The Tiger Leaping Gorge, with its glorious view of the rapids, torrential current of the Jinsha River, was created through constant erosion by the waters between the Jade Dragon Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. About 16 kilometres long, the gorge drops is around 300 metres in a series of 18 rapids. The water surface is about 1,800 metres above sea level and the Snow Mountains on both sides soar as high as 5,600 metres.

Lijiang: Ethnic-Style Travel Photoshoot Immersive Experience

Lijiang: Ethnic-Style Travel Photoshoot Immersive Experience

1. Why choose Lijiang for a photoshoot? Lijiang is a unique and underrated city, rich in ethnic diversity, yet often overlooked by many foreign tourists. It is home to 47 ethnic groups, including the Naxi, Yi, and Tibetan peoples. I hope to help more foreign visitors experience the unique ethnic culture of Lijiang. 2. Reservation and Photoshoot Process: 2.1 After placing your order, we will contact you via WhatsApp, email, WeChat, or SMS two days before the photoshoot to discuss your specific requirements, including preferences for clothing, makeup, and the shooting location. 2.2 On the day of the photoshoot, please arrive at the meeting point at the scheduled time. A guide will take you to the makeup studio for makeup and costume change, based on the package you selected. 2.3 The photoshoot will proceed according to the package you selected. 2.4 After the photoshoot, you can select the photos you wish to have retouched at the store. 3.Photoshoot Packages: There are four options to choose from: 3.1 Includes 1 standard ethnic outfit + makeup + 35 photos + 5 retouched photos. The shoot will take place in Lijiang Ancient Town, covering 4-5 scenic spots. Makeup and shooting time: 2.5 hours. 3.2 Includes 1 custom ethnic outfit + custom makeup + 35 photos + 5 retouched photos. The shoot will take place in Lijiang Ancient Town, covering 4-5 scenic spots. Makeup and shooting time: 2.5 hours. 3.3 Choose any ethnic outfit + premium makeup + 35 photos + 5 retouched photos. The shoot will take place at Snow Mountain Ranch (transportation and tickets included). Makeup and shooting time: approximately 5 hours. 3.4 Choose any ethnic outfit + premium makeup + 35 photos + 5 retouched photos. The shoot will take place at the exclusive outdoor location of Impression Lijiang (transportation and tickets included). Makeup and shooting time: approximately 5 hours.

Biking tour&guide visit Lijiang baisha village market park

Biking tour&guide visit Lijiang baisha village market park

Meet guide in the hote lobby at your own flexiable departure time, you will follow guide to Baisha village by bike, on the way you will visit local market and see the locals doing busiess with traditional robes, some people will take a basket on the back to buy food and Daily necessities, it’s a trational way to making business in the market. Then you will take biking tour to Baisha village, on the way if weater is good you can see some snow cover the Jade dragon snow mountain, also you will pass sone filed during the way to Baisha village. Baisha village is the capital of Naxi people, in this village you will see more authentic and simple person, they are working on the filed, some people selling goods in the market, some elder people sitting on the street and talking with each other, some people playing traditional music in the village, kids paly on the street, if possible guide can help you to find one local family so you can talk with them by the help of our guide. Lunch is in Baisha village, order a cup of tea or coffee and relaxed yourself. The next stop is Shuhe old town, you can walk to visit the old town and take photos or you can hire a horse to help you to explore the city but to hire a horse need to pay on own. Afterwards we will go to Black dragon park, it’s a local park in Lijiang, in the park the Heilongtan pool provides a haven for bird and water-life, with spectacular plants. Surrounding the pool, within the park's landscape, are ancient monuments such as the Longshen Temple, the Deyue Pavilion, the Suocui Bridge and the Hanyue Stage.Here you can learn more about Dongba culture. A beautiful day is ending at the Redsun square, from here guide can help you to find a taxi and you will back to your hotel on own and pay the taxi driver for the return way to hotel.

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