9 DAYS YUNNAN LUXE – TEA HORSE ROAD JEEP SAFARI (21 – 29 Mar 2025) *Confirmed Departure*
Lijiang, Tacheng, Meili, Shangri-La
Outdoor & Adventure, History & Culture
Journey through time as we take you to the notable sites of the ancient Tea Horse Road in Yunnan, starting from Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its well-preserved ancient towns and traditions. Voyage along the Jinsha River winding through the valleys, soak in the natural splendor of the Meili Snow Mountains, and culminating in the enchanting Shangri-La, famed for its stunning natural beauty and Tibetan culture.
Indulge in luxury stays in Amandayan Lijiang and Songtsam luxury boutique hotels, blessed with scenic landscapes and adorned with interiors that elegantly combine modern amenities with traditional elements. Travel in style with 4WD vehicles, navigating through breathtaking mountain roads, picturesque valleys and rivers. Immerse yourself in cultural experiences and visit sacred sites to discover the heritage of the local ethnicities. To cap off your journey, a private traditional dance performance awaits at the farewell dinner
Twin Sharing: HK$ 52,990 per person
Single Supplement: HK$ 16,390 per person
Early Bird Promotion
First 2 bookings with deposit (limit to 2 rooms) will receive a complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Suite in Songtsam Linka Retreat Shangri-La for 2 nights.
Deposit Amount
20% deposit at sign up
*Registration Closing Date
21 Dec 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed
On arrival in Lijiang Sanyi International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation.
Head to Baisha Old Town to admire the renowned Baisha Frescoes in Dabaoji Palace and gain insight into the daily lives of the Naxi people.
In the afternoon, enjoy VIP seating for the spectacular Impression Lijiang, an open-air performance set against the backdrop of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. This show highlights the ancient Dongba culture of Lijiang, the historic tea-horse trade route, and the folk customs of the local Naxi people through captivating songs and dances.
Return to your accommodation and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Set out on a 1.5-hour drive to Tiger Leaping Gorge, situated between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain, where the mighty Jinsha River flows through. Then, continue your journey to Tacheng, with a stopover at the First Bend of the Yangtze River along the way.
Upon arrival in Tacheng, check in to your accommodation and enjoy some leisure time to take in the surrounding views of terraced rice fields and the village.
After breakfast, embark on a 2.5-hour hike to the temple of Bodhidharma Cave, perched on the cliff of Elephant Trunk Mountain. According to legend, Dharma attained Buddhahood after meditating in this cave for 10 years.
Next, enjoy a picnic lunch in a quaint village, arranged exclusively for our group. Afterwards, visit Hada Village, where you’ll have the opportunity to make soy milk and tofu with a local family.
This morning, take a 3-hour drive to Benzilan. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before visiting the Dongzhulin Monastery, a 17th-century Buddhist monastery that offers a scenic view of the Jinsha River, the upper reaches of the Yangtze River.
Then, continue with a 1.5-hour drive to your accommodation in Meili, where you can relax and soak in the picturesque views of the Meili Snow Mountain range at your leisure.
Witness the golden sunrise over Mt. Kawagarbo. Visit Feilai Temple and take a leisure walk along the road to the viewing platform, facing the Meili Snow Mountains.
Return to the lodge for lunch, then explore the surrounding village and visit a local family to learn how to print Tibetan prayer flags.
Leave Meili and embark on a 3-hour drive to Shangri-La, stopping en route in Nixi, a village renowned for its Tibetan black pottery.
Afterwards, continue to the Napahai Lake Natural Reserve, a sanctuary cherished by horses and numerous bird species.
Today, visit the renowned Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan province, often referred to as the “Little Potala Palace.”
In the afternoon, explore the 1,300-year-old Dukezong Ancient Town and catch a glimpse of the giant prayer wheel.
Conclude your journey in Shangri-La with a farewell dinner, accompanied by a traditional dance performance.
Transfer to Diqing Shangri-La Airport for your flight out.
Amandayan • Songtsam Lodge Tacheng • Songtsam Lodge Meili • Songtsam Linka Retreat Shangri-La
LIJIANG
Set atop Lion Hill above the winding lanes and canals of Lijiang's UNESCO-protected Old Town, Amandayan is a serene retreat from which to explore Yunnan's natural and cultural heritage. Claiming panoramic views, the resort and its tranquil spa are housed in elegant wooden dwellings inspired by Naxi architecture, with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain ever-present on the horizon. (Opened: 2014; Rooms: 35)
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TACHENG
Nestled in a tranquil village between the Yangtze and Mekong Rivers, inhabited by a Tibetan and Naxi community, Tacheng enjoys a comfortable climate boasting one of the region’s most fertile valleys. The lodge offers farm-to-table dining with ingredients from its vegetable garden, surrounding rice and wheat terrace fields, and villages. (Opened in 2011; Rooms: 20)
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MEILI
Comfortable retreat situated at an altitude of 3600m above sea level, in the small Tibetan settlement of Gujiunong. It has every window facing Mt. Kawagarbo, the main peak of Meili Snow Mountains flickering in the clouds. (Opened: 2011; Rooms: 17)
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SHANGRI-LA
Hidden in the city’s serene valleys at 3,280m above sea level, between Tibetan villages and Himalayan barley fields, facing the back of Songzanlin Monastery which can be seen across the meadow. All rooms are traditional Tibetan-style integrated into modern aesthetics, with a pleasant and cozy vibe. (Renovated in 2018; Rooms: 92)
View MoreAir China + Sichuan Airlines
21 Mar, Hong Kong – Chengdu Tianfu (CA412), 13:40 – 16:20
21 Mar, Chengdu Tianfu – Lijiang (3U6687), 19:40 – 21:15
29 Mar, Diqing Shangri-La – Chengdu Tianfu (3U6650), 10:45 – 12:10
29 Mar, Chengdu Tianfu – Hong Kong (CX:CA6521), 14:30 – 17:15
We fully recommend arriving on/before and departing on/after the recommended flight times to fully participate in this journey.
Registration Closing Date: 21 Dec 2024 or when tour is fully subscribed
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