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6-Day Private Tour from Lijiang to Shangri-La Including Tacheng Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve

Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Tacheng

Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Tacheng

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Book from: $ 88.00 per person
1 person - per adult:
$438.00
  • 2 persons - per adult: $248.00
  • 3 persons - per adult: $188.00
  • 4 persons - per adult: $148.00
  • 5 persons - per adult: $138.00
  • 6 persons - per adult: $128.00
  • 7 persons - per adult: $118.00
  • 8 persons - per adult: $108.00
  • 9 persons - per adult: $98.00
  • 10 persons - per adult: $88.00
Child (Age 2-12): 80% of adult price
Infant (Age 0-2): free
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Tour Highlights
• Admire Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with peaceful meadows giving way to snow-covered paths and glaciers
• Step into Naxi people's life at Baisha Village, famed for delicate Baisha Murals
• Visit Black Dragon Pool to get an obligatory photo of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
• Explore the small paths and canals that weave through UNSCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang Old Town
• Stop at Stone Drum Town for a stunning view of the First Bend of the Yangtze River
• Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the world's deepest and most marvelous gorges
• Watch Yunnan snub-nosed monkey, the most endangered of China's three snub-nosed monkey species
• Immerse in the breathtaking natural beauty and holy religious atmosphere of the unspoiled Shangri-La
• Wander through the gilded pillars of Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan Monastery in Yunnan
• Wander deep into the heart of Shangri-La's wilderness at Pudacuo National Park
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland round-trip transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
• Accommodation at international standard 4-star hotels in Lijiang, Tacheng and Shangri-La

Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Day 1 Arrival in Lijiang, Lijiang Airport or Train Stations Transfer
• Day 2 Lijiang, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha Village, Black Dragon Pool, Lijiang Old Town
• Day 3 Lijiang, Stone Drum Town, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Drive to Tacheng
• Day 4 Tacheng, Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Drive to Shangri-La, Dukezong Old Town
• Day 5 Shangri-La, Songzanlin Monastery, Pudacuo National Park
• Day 6 Departure from Shangri-La

Hotels & Meals
• 2 nights of accommodations at 4-star Wangfu Hotel Lijiang or similar
• 1 night of accommodation at Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel, Tacheng
• 2 nights of accommodations at 4-star Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La or similar
• Daily hotel breakfast included, lunch & dinner on your own

Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you have booked your own hotel, if you want to stay at other hotels or if you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact us by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour for you.

Tour Prices (US$ Per Person)

1 person 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7 people 8 people 9 people 10 +
$438 $248 $188 $148 $138 $128 $118 $108 $98 $88


Price Remarks

• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
• Prices are based on sharing in double/twin/triple room at proposed hotels.
• S/S (Single Supplement) fee is charged for staying at single room.
• S/S fee for less than 10 adult travelers: USD30; S/S fee for over 10 adult travelers: USD26.

Price Inclusions
• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast at hotel
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• All government taxes

Price Exclusions
• Your personal expenses.
• Tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Lunches & dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.

Additional Info
• This tour starts in Lijiang, ends in Shangri-La
• Please be prepared with warm clothing (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain can be very cold due to high elevation),
• Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is 4,506 m (14,783 ft) above sea level, be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).
• Shangri-La is 3,200 meters (10,500 feet) above sea level, be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
Advice on Meals: Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on authentic local food.
IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the scheduled departure date, will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made within 22 - 30 days will incur a 10% fee.
• Cancellations made within 15 - 21 days will incur a 30% fee.
• Cancellations made within 8 - 14 days will incur a 50% fee.
• Cancellations made within 0 - 7 days will not receive a refund.
• After the tour has commenced, there is no refund for canceled services due to non-participation, missed days on tours.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
• GoGrandChina private tours are more flexible, allowing you to adjust everything on your trip to your wishes.
• GoGrandChina tour guides will be at your service to make sure you get the most from each destination. They are there for you and are responsible for making your journey special – and your needs always come first.
• GoGrandChina offers comfortable and luxury vehicles with a private & experienced driver who’s always by your side and ready to take you to your next destination.
• No shopping stops & factory visits, no chance of getting ripped off.
• No hidden costs, rest assured that there are no nasty surprises.

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Know Before You Go
• This tour starts in Lijiang, ends Shangri-La.
• Please be prepared with warm clothing (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain can be very cold due to high elevation),
• Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is 4,506 m (14,783 ft) above sea level, be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).
• Shangri-La is 3,200 meters (10,500 feet) above sea level, be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).
• There is no tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Keep your passport on you constantly. It might be needed to buy entrance tickets.
• Meals (lunch & dinner) are not included. Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
• Add us on WeChat (+86-18309280878) or WhatsApp (+86-18309280878) to reach GGC service staff at anytime.
• Before getting to Lijiang you will receive driver's contact information by WhatsApp, Wechat or email.
• You will be greeted by driver holding GGC welcome sign with your name at the airport or train station arrival hall.

Day 1 Arrival in Lijiang, Lijiang Airport or Train Stations Pick-up
Meet your driver at Lijiang airport or train stations and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle. After getting settled at the hotel, you may explore Lijiang on your own. With a history of 800 years, Lijiang has retained a historic townscape of high quality and authenticity. Its architecture is noteworthy for the blending of elements from several cultures that have come together over many centuries. Lijiang also possesses an ancient water-supply system of great complexity and ingenuity that still functions effectively today.

Meals Included: No meals
Hotel: 4-star Wangfu Hotel Lijiang or simila

Day 2 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha Village, Black Dragon Pool, Lijiang Old Town
Morning visit to the gorgeous Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The ever snow-caped mountain is regarded as a holy place of Naxi people. A fascinating trekking starts from Ganhaizi Meadow to White Water River, then take a cable car reaching the Spruce Plateau at elevation of over 3,000 meters to capture the most stunning image of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain at a distance. Next, visit Baisha Village, the earliest residential area for Nanxi people. It is famed for delicate Baisha Murals painted over 1,000 years ago, the murals combine the cultures of the Han, Tibetan, and Naxi people, and display stories of Tibetan Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Step into Naxi people's life by visiting a local Naxi family. Continue with a visit to Black Dragon Pool for the best view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, over its white marble bridge. Afterwards, explore the small paths and canals that weave through Lijiang Old Town and visit time-honored residential compounds, soak in the romantic culture in the famous bar street, and also hunt for local snacks at Sifang Street.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Wangfu Hotel Lijiang or similar

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The elevation of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain view point is 4,506 m (14,783 ft). Be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) and be prepared with warm clothing.

Day 3 Lijiang, Stone Drum Town, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Drive to Tacheng
Drive out of Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge (about 80km). Stop at Stone Drum Town for a stunning view of the First Bend of the Yangtze River. It is named so because the Yangtze River takes a sudden turn for over 180 degree, and runs to northeast, forming a huge V-shaped bay. Stone Drum Town is one of the famous ancient town at the river bank of the upper reaches of Yangtze River. As there is a drum-shaped stone tablet carved with white marble, hence the name of the town. Continue driving to Tiger Leaping Gorge. Tiger Leaping Gorge is considered one of the deepest gorges in the world. It’s part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Legend has it that a tiger had leaped across the river to the other side, hence the name. Drive to Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Nature Reserve (170km).

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel, Tacheng

Day 4 Tacheng, Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Drive to Shangri-La, Dukezong Old Town
Morning visit to Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve. The Yunnan snub-nosed monkey is the most endangered of China's three snub-nosed monkey species. The long, shaggy coat is mainly black on the back, arms and legs and white on the front. White hair is also present on the flanks and this is particularly long on the adult males. The lips are a deep pink, whilst the face is paler and there are yellowish-grey hairs on the shoulders. These monkeys get their common name for their unusual noses; the nasal bones are absent and the nostrils are upturned. Young ones are born white but become grey over several months. Watch rangers feeding the monkeys from 09:00 to 09:30. Feeding time continues till 11:00. Then the monkeys would gradually move further up the mountain in search of more food. Drive to the Tibetan town of Shangri-La (about 130km). Explore the winding lanes of Dukezong Old Town, filled with multicolored Tibetan prayer flags, outdoor markets and prayer halls.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La or similar

Day 5 Shangri-La, Songzanlin Monastery, Pudacuo National Park
Morning visit to Songzanlin Monastery, a golden, multi-storied complex where Tibetan Buddhist monks make clockwise circles outside, and juniper smoke and Tibetan prayer flags burst against the blue sky. This monastery is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan and one of the famous monasteries in the region of Kham. Construction of the monastery began in 1679 and was completed two years later. Songzanlin Monastery is nicknamed 'the little Potala Palace ', so named because of its similar appearance and layout to the Potala Palace in Lhasa. Next, duck into the foliage of Pudacuo National Park for a chance to escape the crowds as you wander deep into the heart of Shangri-la's wilderness. The must-see scenery in this park includes Lake Bita and Lake Shudu. Lake Bita is surrounded by mountains covered with ancient pines, oaks, and rhododendrons, and appears like an emerald in the heart of the mountains. Lake Shudu is surrounded by a forest of fir, spruce, and silver birch, and is home to lots of wild animals, such as squirrels, golden cats, and pheasants.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Hilton Garden Inn Shangri-La or similar

Day 6 Departure from Shangri-La, Transfer to Shangri-La Airport or Train Stations
Private transfer (without guide) to Shangri-La airport for your departure flight. Wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with GoGrandChina.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel

Friendly Tips
• You may fly from Shangri to Lhasa, Kunming, Chengdu or Xian
• Please feel free to contact your GGC service staff if you want to book discount flight & train tickets.

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