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Lijiang: 5-Day Tour with Lugu Lake and Jade Dragon Mountain
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 5d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Immerse yourself in the charm of Lijiang Old Town and stroll along Sifang Street
- Admire the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley
- Explore the scenic Lugu Lake and visit the iconic Walking Marriage Bridge
- Experience the traditional tea-roasting ceremony in Shuhe Ancient Town
- Enjoy a Mosuo Walking Marriage Banquet and join a Mosuo Bonfire Night
Activity location
- Lijiang
- Lijiang, Yun Nan Sheng, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Lijiang
- Lijiang, Yun Nan Sheng, China
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Lijiang: 5-Day Tour with Lugu Lake and Jade Dragon Mountain
- 5d
- English
What's included, what's not
- Accommodation Arrangements
- Lijiang Section:
- Lijiang Star, Muren Lange, Baiyu Yunlong, Jixiang Garden, Daanman, Longjingxuan, Jindao, Jinheng.
- If the listed hotels are fully booked, a hotel of the same standard will be arranged.
- Lugu Lake Section:
- Lakeside Dream, Peach Blossom Wonderland, Qingchen Holiday / Beautiful Stay, or hotels of the same standard.
- Transportation
- Small-group tour for 2–8 guests, with one seat per person.
- Entrance Tickets
- Includes first-entry tickets to all listed attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfasts provided by hotels. The tour includes 4 breakfasts and 4 lunches/dinners, with a meal standard of 30 RMB per person.
- Meals not consumed are non-refundable and will not be rearranged.)
- Single-room supplement and travel accident insurance.
- Personal entertainment or self-paid activities outside the itinerary.
- Additional costs beyond the standard service level.
- Optional self-paid items (based on personal preference):
- Blue Moon Valley electric cart: 50 RMB/person
- Lashi Lake horseback riding: 260–360 RMB/person
- Clothing/oxygen for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: 60 RMB/person
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Intoxication
What you can expect
Day 1: Lijiang Arrival & Lijiang Old Town
Upon arrival in Lijiang, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy free time exploring Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO-listed gem known for its stone lanes, flowing canals, and willow trees reminiscent of Jiangnan. Wander around Sifang Street and take in the charming local atmosphere.
Day 2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Lashi Lake, Blue Moon Valley & Shuhe Ancient Town
After breakfast, head to Lashi Lake to experience Lijiang’s slower pace of life or retrace parts of the ancient Tea Horse Road. (Note: Lashi Lake is a self-paid attraction with various horseback routes available on-site.)
After lunch, continue to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, located 15 km north of Lijiang. Admire its impressive glacier peaks, then pass Ganhaizi and take an eco-shuttle to Baishui River and the stunning Blue Moon Valley.
Next, visit Shuhe Ancient Town, one of China’s most beautiful historical towns. Enjoy an immersive intangible-heritage experience including a traditional tea-roasting ceremony, hand-ground coffee, and a Dongba hand-drum activity. Slow down, sip tea, and feel the cultural spirit of this ancient Tea Horse Road post town.
After a self-arranged dinner, enjoy the Lishui Jinsha cultural performance (ticket valued at RMB 280). Return to your hotel afterward.
Day 3: Lugu Lake, Liwubi Island, Lover’s Beach, Lige Viewpoint & Mosuo Culture
Depart early for the legendary “Kingdom of Women” — Lugu Lake, one of Yunnan’s most beloved destinations. Traverse scenic valleys, Naxi villages, and Yi minority areas. After lunch in Ninglang County, arrive at the Lugu Lake viewing platform for a breathtaking panorama.
Take a traditional pig-trough boat to Liwubi Island and visit Liwubi Temple. Then enjoy a 180° private vehicle lake tour. Stop at Lige Viewpoint, the best place to capture postcard-perfect photos of the lake’s tranquil waters.
In Xiao Luoshui Village, savor a Mosuo Walking Marriage Banquet, a traditional welcome feast. In the evening, join the joyful Mosuo Bonfire Party and celebrate with local villagers. Return to your hotel afterward.
Day 4: Lugu Lake Sunrise, Mosuo Village & Return to Lijiang
After breakfast, visit a Mosuo family home to learn about the unique matriarchal traditions of the Mosuo people. Continue to the Grass Sea and walk across the iconic Walking Marriage Bridge, symbolizing the Mosuo’s traditional courtship customs.
After lunch, drive back to Lijiang. Check in upon arrival and enjoy a relaxing evening. Dinner is at your own arrangement.
Day 5: Departure Transfer
After breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer to Lijiang Airport or Train Station, concluding your unforgettable Yunnan journey.
Location
Activity location
- Lijiang
- Lijiang, Yun Nan Sheng, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Lijiang
- Lijiang, Yun Nan Sheng, China