Beijing - Lijiang (L)

The Sandalwood, Beijing - Marriott Executive Apartments - Your driver will hold a sign with your name in the lobby of your Beijing hotel and will transfer you to the airport for a 4-hour flight to Lijiang.

Your tour guide in Lijiang will be waiting with a sign bearing your name at the exit of the arrival hall. You’ll then board your private vehicle and head directly to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Lijiang Impressions Show - After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll experience the amazing Lijiang Impressions Show. This daytime performance uses the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as its backdrop. Over 100 horses and 500 non-professional peasant actors from 16 local villages and more than 10 ethnic minorities showcase their culture, history, and customs through unique movements and original songs. When booking, you can choose your preferred tickets for the show.

Yulong (Jade Dragon) Mountain - Spend the rest of the day exploring Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, consisting of 13 peaks, is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. From Lijiang Old Town, the snow-covered and fog-enveloped mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence its name. About half of China’s plant species originated in Yunnan province, and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is home to many of these, including trees, flowers, and medicinal herbs. The mountain’s ravines, creeks, cliffs, and meadows, all with Naxi names, provide settings for the myths and legends of the people who have lived there for 1,000 years.

Learn about its legendary stories from your tour guide. Upon arrival, take the convenient cable car to the scenic viewing point (4506 meters) and marvel at the spectacular glacier and mountain views. You can also choose to hike up to 4680 meters via wooden stairs. When ready to leave, descend by cable car.

After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Lijiang.

Lijiang Old Town (B, L)

Old Town of Lijiang - China - Your English-speaking guide will meet you in your Lijiang hotel’s lobby to explore the Old Town of Lijiang.

The Old Town of Lijiang is a well-preserved ancient city of ethnic minorities with a rich culture. Built in the late Song Dynasty (960 - 1279), it has a history of over 800 years. The town’s architecture combines the best traits of Han, Bai, and Tibetan styles into a unique Naxi style, reflecting the multicultural influences and progress of the Naxi ethnic minority.

Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture - Stroll around the old town with your tour guide and stop at the Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture. The museum is dedicated to the history of the Naxi people, their pictographic language, and the animist Dongba religion. Explore the museum to learn about Naxi culture and art.

Mufu Palace - Next, visit Mufu Palace. The Mu Family, the top rulers of the Naxi minority, governed Lijiang from the Yuan Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, spanning 470 years and 22 generations. The current Mufu Palace represents ancient central Chinese architectural style from the Ming Dynasty, while also incorporating elements from the Tang and Song Dynasties. Inside, the details reflect the features of the Bai and Naxi groups. Besides its architectural value, the palace also serves as an outstanding plant museum with ancient trees and extraordinary plants. The garden combines imperial and Suzhou styles. Explore the palace and learn its history and stories from your tour guide.

Black Dragon Pond Park - Then, explore Black Dragon Pond Park. Follow your tour guide to see ancient monuments such as Longshen Temple, Deyue Pavilion, Suocui Bridge, and Hanyue Stage. Enjoy the stunning view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from the park.

If you choose to return to Beijing, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back (no time for lunch).

Lijiang Lion Rock - If you choose to end your tour in Lijiang, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before moving on to Lion Hill Park. From afar, Lion Mountain resembles a sleeping lion, offering a picturesque view.

Wangu Pavilion - At the mountaintop, visit Wangu Pavilion, a five-storied wooden structure with five elegant eaves. The tower is considered the No.1 domed-shaped structure in China. Get your camera ready to capture panoramic views of the surrounding areas, including Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, the Old Town, and Naxi minority villages.

Wenchang Palace - Continue to Wenchang Palace, originally built in 1725. It was once a venue for exams and folk lectures during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Stroll around the area and visit Twin-Stone Garden, where you can see a large waterwheel and bas-relief commemorating the Naxi civilization.

If you have other places in mind to visit, just let your tour guide know.

After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Lijiang (please book your own hotel).

• Plane Tickets (economy class)
• English-speaking tour guide
• Lunch
• Show Tickets
• Private Tour
• Bottled water
• Breakfast
• Cable car round trip to Glacier Park at Jade Snow Mountain
• Overnight accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share if choose the option
• Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance Fee

• Accommodation if you choose to have the tour only
• Gratuities