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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golden Sunrise at Yundian Cafe Day Tour

Foreign managed Tour Operator providing Private Tours specifically for Foreigners Only Our Tours Are Personally Managed — From Booking to Trip Completion Immediate Response — We contact you right after booking to start planning your trip (please ensure that your mobile number is reachable on WhatsApp/WeChat) Dedicated Consultant — A personal travel expert handles your trip planning. You'll have someone to reach via instant messaging to prepare your itinerary and answer questions Real-Time Support — Enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided tour at your own pace with our online helpdesk providing real-time monitoring and support — so you're never alone. Book now and experience the difference in our service. Free Cancellation at least 1 day before the tour date if you are not satisfied. Watch Golden Sunrise at Yundian Cafe or Ganhaizi. Ride the Scenic Sightseeing Train, Take the Glacer / Spruce Cableway, Watch Impression Lijiang Performance, Visit Blue Moon Valley (choose options)

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golden Sunrise at Yundian Cafe Day Tour

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lijiang to Shangri-La Scenic Drive Tour with Tiger Leaping Gorge

The route from Lijiang to Shangri-La offers a range of compelling detours, from Tiger Leaping Gorge, where the Yangtze narrows to a turbid torrent, to Songzanlin Monastery, a mini Potala Palace. Don’t miss out by taking the train. This private 1-way transfer lets you pick and choose what to see, and pay as you go for admission. Upgrade to include a guide who can share the stories behind the sights.

Lijiang to Shangri-La Scenic Drive Tour with Tiger Leaping Gorge

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Lijiang/Baisha Ancient Town, Naxi Village, Black Dragon Pool Tour

Discover the beauty and charm of Lijiang on a fully customizable private tour with an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour allows you to explore signature spots designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Lijiang's history, culture and natural wonders while catering to your personal interest and pace. The Lijiang Ancient City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has a history of over 800 years. The town is full of ancient wooden buildings, stone roads, and small bridges. It is the only old city built without a city wall. Personalized Itinerary Choose from Lijiang's iconic attractions, cultural landmarks, or hidden gems including Lijiang, Baisha and Shuhe Ancient Town, Naxi Villages, Lashi Wetlands and Black Dragon Pool.

Lijiang/Baisha Ancient Town, Naxi Village, Black Dragon Pool Tour

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Private Day Tour to Shangri-la from Lijiang by Car

Shangri-La is situated 170km from Lijiang, and about 2.5 hours by car. This private day tour will let you visit the impressive place from Lijiang by private vehicle. The attractions include Sumtseling Monastery, Dukezong Ancient Town, and Napahai Reserve. Tibetan lunch is included, and pickup from your Lijiang hotel is at 8am. Note: This is a very long day tour. It is suggested to choose 2-day tour if you have more time.

Private Day Tour to Shangri-la from Lijiang by Car

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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1-Day Private Tour to Lijiang Highlights

1-Day Private Tour to Lijiang Highlights

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Tiger Leaping Gorge Private Tour

Explore the Tiger Leaping Gorge on a customized private guided tour. Enjoy the magnificent scenery along the way as you drive towards the first bend on the Yangtze River. Picked up from your hotel and drive to the Tiger Leaping Gorge. Choose to spend the entire day at Tiger Leaping Gorge, stopping and hiking various sections of the Tiger Leaping Gorge. Alternatively, go straight for the Tiger Leaping Stone and then return to Lijiang and visit the Black Dragon Pond or Baisha Ancient Town. At Black Dragon Pond Park, appreciate the ancient architecture groups built from the Ming Dynasty and take the perfect photo of the reflection of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Visit Baisha Village, which used to be a Naxi settlement and the birthplace of local Mu Family Governors. Wander around the Baisha Village and enjoy the slow lifestyle of the Naxi People. Freely enter various courtyards to see the beautiful and man-made tie-dye artwork hanging for sale or drying in the sun.

Tiger Leaping Gorge Private Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Private Day Tour Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Baisha Village from Lijiang

Explore two distinct areas on this private day tour from Lijiang, first Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and then Baisha Village. Your driver will take care of all the logistics, so you can travel comfortably between the two places. You’ll have panoramic views of the mountain, be able to take plenty of photos there, and then stop for a provided lunch. After, visit Baisha Village and learn about Naxi culture.

Private Day Tour Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Baisha Village from Lijiang

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Meet Fancy, your local cooking class host.

The Naxi people have shaped Lijiang but it can be hard to discover their culture. Get hands-on with this minority group’s distinctive cuisine during this small-group cooking class, led by a local family. Shop at Lijiang’s oldest market then continue to a professional cooking studio in a courtyard home. Prepare and eat three different dishes—with snacks, tea, and water—as a photographer records your experience, ensuring you have memories to share.

Lijiang Naxi Cuisine Cooking Class & Market Visit

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Exploring Local Food Markets and Minority Cuisine with Naxi host

Exploring Local Food Markets and Minority Cuisine with Naxi host

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Transfer from Lijiang to Shangri-La and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge

Pre-book a private pick-up transfer from Lijiang/Shuhe hotel to Shangri-La hotel/Banyan Tree Ringha, and enjoy a smooth start to your trip. On the way, we can stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge and you can go to the sinic spot area of lijiang side,enjoy the walking go and back around 5km. 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.

Private Transfer from Lijiang to Shangri-La and Stops at Tiger Leaping Gorge

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour

Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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1 Day Private Tour to Shaxi Ancient Town from Lijiang or Dali

1 Day Private Tour to Shaxi Ancient Town from Lijiang or Dali

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lijiang Discover the Yulong Snow Mountain Small Group

1.Discover the wonders of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on a comfortable small-group tour.Explore the breathtaking Ice Glacier Park and admire snow-covered peaks up close. Then, stroll through the serene Blue Moon Valley, where crystal-clear waters mirror the towering mountains—an unforgettable blend of nature and tranquility. 2.Three altitude options are available to suit different preferences and physical conditions. 3.To ensure a safe and comfortable experience at high altitude, we offer three types of gear to choose from.

Lijiang Discover the Yulong Snow Mountain Small Group

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Lijiang Naxi Culture with Local Family Visit & Traditional Cook

Lijiang Naxi Culture with Local Family Visit & Traditional Cook

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lijiang Tibet Milk Tea & Homecooking Class with a Market Tour

TRANSPARENT PRICING MODEL This experience operates on a "Base Fee + Voluntary Appreciation" system. Your host is a local cultural guide, not an employee. Their service is supported by a voluntary cash appreciation (TIP) at the end, based on your satisfaction. SUGGESTED RANGE: USD 20–50 PER PERSON. By booking, you agree to this model. Experience Highlights Begin on a hidden rooftop with a barista-guided Yunnan specialty coffee workshop, featuring panoramic Lijiang views. Explore local produce at Xiangshan Market(lijiang biggest wet market). In a Naxi home, cook three signature dishes, including Hand-Pounded Shredded Chicken and Yunnan-Style Mapo Tofu, and prepare Tibetan Butter Tea. Conclude with a Pu’er tea tasting and conversation on Dongba culture and local lifestyle culture communication and make your own paper cutting and frame it home as your lijiang day souvenir.

Lijiang Tibet Milk Tea & Homecooking Class with a Market Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Shangri-La day tour from Lijiang

Shangri-La day tour from Lijiang

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Lijiang Private Day Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Impressions Show and More

Spend a day admiring spectacular views, enjoy amazing open-air show and learning about local traditions on this full day private guided tour. After morning pickup from your hotel, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to reach the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for stunning views of its glacier and peaks and enjoy the panoramic views. After lunch, attend the Lijiang Ethnic Show which performances by non-professional peasant actors who are from local villages, use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs and you’ll also enjoy a visit to Lijiang Ancient Town and Back Dragon Pond. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch, show tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers.

Lijiang Private Day Tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Impressions Show and More

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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4 Hour Private Lijiang City Highlights Walking Tour

Embark on this private 4 hour guided walking tour to discover the highlights of Lijiang Ancient Town. Follow your personal tour guide to explore the Mu Palace, stroll around Lijiang Old Town, admire the Dongba Culture Museum and discover the customs of Naxi ethnic community, ends at Black Dragon Pool where you can enjoy amazing view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. If you have other sites in mind to go in the old town, just feel free to discuss with your tour guide. Your friendly tour guide will explain the history and stories along the way.

4 Hour Private Lijiang City Highlights Walking Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Private Full Day Lijiang Naxi Culture Tour

Private Full Day Lijiang Naxi Culture Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Jade Dragon's Hidden Trails: Authentic & Off-The-Beaten-Path

This Lijiang ecotour offers a truly unique and authentic experience, taking you far beyond the typical tourist crowds to uncover hidden treasures. You'll discover secluded spiritual sanctuaries, pristine natural wonders, and untouched beauty on a special conservation patrol hike. Intimate cultural immersion is at the heart of this journey, with a home-cooked lunch in a local village and an exploration of rich heritage, all far from the hustle and bustle of mass tourism, providing solitude with nature and authentic cultural experiences.

Jade Dragon's Hidden Trails: Authentic & Off-The-Beaten-Path

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Shangri-La Scenic Area Private Tour

Discover the beauty and charm of Shangri-La from Lijiang on a fully customizable private tour with an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour allows you to explore signature spots designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Shangri-La's history, culture and natural wonders while catering to your personal interest and pace. Shangri-La is located in the northwestern part of Yunnan Province in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Formerly known as Zhongdian County, it was renamed to Shangri-La in 2001. Appeared in James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon in 1933, it had become a dream place for people around the world. In Tibetan, Shangri-La means 'the Sun and Moon in one's heart'. It is a pure land that perfectly preserves the area’s natural ecology and traditional culture. The grasslands surrounded by snow-capped mountains are full of bright sunshine and fresh air. There are also clear and tranquil lakes as well as magnificent temples and friendly Tibetans.

Shangri-La Scenic Area Private Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Lijiang Private Day Tour: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Impression Lijiang Show

Join this private day tour from Lijiang to explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy amazing open-air Impression Lijiang Impression Show. After morning pickup from your hotel, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to reach the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for stunning views of its glacier and peaks. See highlights like the Glacier Park, Baishui River and Blue Moon Valley. After lunch, attend the Lijiang Ethnic Show which performances by non-professional peasant actors who are from local villages, use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch, show tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers.

Lijiang Private Day Tour: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Impression Lijiang Show

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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2-Day Private Lijiang Highlights Tour: Old Town, Snow Mountain, Show and More

Spend 2-day maximize your time in Lijiang for a private and customizable sightseeing tour instead. This personalized tour is tailored to your needs and allows you to tick off Lijiang city attractions, such as Mu Palace, Lion Hill, Lijiang Old Town, the Dongba Culture Museum, and the Black Dragon Pool. Enjoy amazing landscape from the Wangu Tower. Next day, you will explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy amazing open-air Impression Lijiang Impression Show which performances by non-professional peasant actors who are from local villages, use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs. If you have other sites in mind to go, just feel free to discuss with your tour guide. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch, show tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers. Please book your own accommodation in advance.

2-Day Private Lijiang Highlights Tour: Old Town, Snow Mountain, Show and More

2 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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The Tiger Leaping Gorge

1 Day Tiger Teaping Gorge Private Tour from Lijiang or Shangri-La

Price varies by group size

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