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Hiking & Culture in China's Mountain Villages

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 10-day trekking route through Yunnan's Mosuo, Pumi, Naxi and Tibetan communities, from Lijiang and Lugu Lake to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La. Entirely within Yunnan province, mainland China.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Pickup in Lijiang on Day 1.

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Day 1 — Lijiang

Exploring the ancient town and Baisha Village's Naxi traditions.

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Day 2 — Lijiang to Lugu Lake

Scenic views of Yulong Snow Mountain, then meeting the Mosuo community.

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Day 3 — Trek to Zhuangzi Village

A 6-7 hour trek through old-growth forest to meet Pumi families.

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Day 4 — Diluo Village

A full-day hike across farmland and pine forest.

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Day 5 — Baoshan Stone Village

A challenging trek over Taizi Pass to a village perched on the banks of the Yangtze.

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Day 6 — To Daju

A leisure morning, then a scenic minibus ride with views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

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Day 7 — Tiger Leaping Gorge

A ferry crossing and a hike through one of the world's deepest gorges.

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Day 8 — To Shangri-La

A 6.5-7 hour hike ending with a Tibetan dance performance.

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Day 9 — Shangri-La

Ganden Sumtseling and Songzanlin monasteries, and the Napa Lake nature reserve.

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Day 10 — Departure

Airport transfer in Shangri-La.

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Departure

The trip ends in Shangri-La, with an airport transfer on Day 10.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a genuine trekking itinerary with several 6-7 hour hiking days, so a good level of fitness is needed.
Shangri-La (Zhongdian) is in Yunnan province, mainland China — it's a Tibetan-influenced area but administratively part of Yunnan, not the Tibet Autonomous Region.
In Shangri-La, which has its own airport for onward flights — it doesn't loop back to Lijiang.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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