• Dukezong Ancient Town - Dukezong Ancient Town enchants with its ancient streets, traditional Tibetan houses painted white, and colorful prayer flags, offering a vivid glimpse into Tibetan culture. The town’s design, resembling an eight-petal lotus, mirrors the geomatic features of the surrounding mountains. Known as the ‘moonlight city’ for its silvery nighttime glow, it was a key stop on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. Visitors can enjoy a rich cultural experience through local crafts, performances, and teahouses.

• Shangri-la Grand Canyon. Balagezong - Balagezong Grand Canyon boasts natural wonders like steep cliffs, U-shaped gorges, and diverse ecosystems. It offers a perfect mix of cultural and ecological tourism, with activities such as rafting on winding rivers and exploring ancient Tibetan villages like Diqing Bala Village.

• White-Water Terraces (Baishuitai) - The origin of Naxi Dongba teachings. Legend says the Naxi gods created the terraces to teach locals farming. The descendants are praised as “fairy people.” Known as “China’s Cotton Castle,” this limestone terrace looks like a frozen waterfall. The turquoise pools, formed by calcium-rich springs, shine in the sunlight, making it ideal for photography.

• Potatso National Park - Celebrated for its ecological importance and stunning natural beauty. Home to Bita Lake, known for its legends and pristine state, and Shudu Lake, famous for its clear waters and vibrant wildlife. The park offers activities like hiking and bird-watching across varied terrains, from lakes to lush pastures, especially beautiful in spring and summer. The park’s highest point is 4,670 meters, and the lowest is 2,347 meters above sea level. It features unique scenic spots like fault cliffs, forest brooks, and deep canyons, along with pristine forest shrubs, alpine meadows, wetland lakes, geological relics, and river canyon ecosystems.

• Napahai Scenic Area - A seasonal plateau lake that transforms with the seasons: lakes in summer with grazing livestock, golden grasslands in autumn, and swamps in winter-spring.

• Sumtsaling Monastery - Notable for its architectural similarity to Lhasa’s Potala Palace, it is a central cultural and spiritual site in Shangri-La. Its unique design, along with valuable religious artifacts and detailed murals of Buddha’s life, provides insights into Tibetan Buddhism. Located on Foping Mountain, the monastery offers stunning landscape views, enriching visitors’ experiences with spiritual and visual delight. The temple’s cultural and religious treasures make it a must-visit site.

• Private Guide (option)
• Customized Itinerary
• Private Vehicle with Hotel Pickup/Dropoff

• Tips and gratuities
• Meals and beverages
• Personal expenses
• Admission Tickets to Paid Attractions

Experience the allure and elegance of Shangri-La from Lijiang on a fully customizable private tour with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. This tour offers the opportunity to visit iconic locations, providing a comprehensive insight into Shangri-La’s history, culture, and natural beauty, all tailored to your interests and pace.

Shangri-La is situated in the northwestern region of Yunnan Province within the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Previously known as Zhongdian County, it was renamed Shangri-La in 2001. Featured in James Hilton’s 1933 novel “Lost Horizon,” it has become a dream destination for people worldwide. In Tibetan, Shangri-La translates to ‘the Sun and Moon in one’s heart.’ It is a pristine land that beautifully preserves the area’s natural environment and traditional culture. The grasslands, encircled by snow-capped mountains, are bathed in bright sunshine and fresh air. Additionally, there are serene lakes, magnificent temples, and welcoming Tibetans.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.