Lijiang Nature & Outdoor Adventure

Lijiang Nature & Outdoor 4-Day Tour

Tiger Leaping Gorge Trek · Jade Dragon Snow Mountain · Lashi Lake · Lugu Lake, Into the Heart of the Hengduan Mountains · A Choice for Outdoor Photography

4 Days 3 NightsLijiang920 – 1,320 USD

4Days

3Nights

1Destinations

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Tiger Leaping GorgeJade Dragon Snow MountainLugu LakeTrekking

Overview

Trip Overview

Lijiang is a paradise for hikers and photographers. In four days we walk the High Trail of Tiger Leaping Gorge, stand beneath Jade Dragon Snow Mountain's glacier, watch migratory birds and sunset at Lashi Lake wetland, and finish at Lugu Lake, paddling a pig-trough boat through morning mist by Lige Peninsula. Gorges, peaks and lakes in one seamless route.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Trek the highlight section of the Tiger Leaping Gorge High Trail, overlooking the Jinsha River and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
✓Take the large cableway up to Glacier Park on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and photograph the turquoise waters of Blue Moon Valley
✓Birdwatching at Lashi Lake Wetland and horseback riding on the Ancient Tea Horse Road
✓Photography around Lugu Lake, with classic viewpoints at Lige Peninsula and Lover's Beach
✓Ride a pig-trough boat on the lake and visit a Mosuo family
✓Led by professional outdoor guides, balancing safety and scenery
✓Private vehicle throughout, luggage worry-free

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYLijiang

Day 1 Arrive in Lijiang · Lashi Lake Wetland

BreakfastNot included · Breakfast not included on arrival day

MorningArrive in Lijiang, private transfer from the station, head to Lashi Lake Wetland Nature Reserve to watch migratory birds and photograph the wetland scenery.

LunchIncluded · Lashi Lake farm-style dishes · Lunch included

AfternoonExperience horseback riding along the Ancient Tea Horse Road at Lashi Lake, then return to Lijiang Old Town in the afternoon to rest.

DinnerIncluded · Old town restaurant · Dinner included

EveningAfter dinner in the old town, enjoy free time and rest early to save energy for the next day's trek.

TransportPrivate vehicleStayBoutique inn in Lijiang Old Town

2DAYLijiang

Day 2 Tiger Leaping Gorge High Trail Trek

BreakfastIncluded · Guesthouse · Breakfast included

MorningAfter breakfast, drive to Tiger Leaping Gorge (about 2 hours), set off from Qiaotou or Zhongnuoyu Village, and trek the highlight section of the High Trail, overlooking the Jinsha River.

LunchIncluded · Trekking trail lunch · Simple trail lunch included

AfternoonContinue trekking to Halfway Guesthouse and photograph Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain from the "Number One Toilet in the World" viewing platform.

DinnerIncluded · Halfway Guesthouse · Dinner included

EveningStay overnight at a guesthouse in Tiger Leaping Gorge, and after dinner enjoy stargazing and the gorge's night atmosphere.

TransportPrivate vehicle + trekking about 4-5 hoursStayHalfway Guesthouse, Tiger Leaping Gorge

3DAYLijiang

Day 3 Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge · Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

BreakfastIncluded · Guesthouse · Breakfast included

MorningAfter breakfast, descend to Middle Tiger Leaping Stone to feel the raging waves of the Jinsha River up close; then drive back toward Lijiang.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant along the way · Lunch included

AfternoonIn the afternoon, head to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take the large cableway up to Glacier Park, then visit Blue Moon Valley and White Water River.

DinnerIncluded · Old town restaurant · Dinner included

EveningReturn to Lijiang Old Town, and after dinner enjoy free time or a relaxing massage.

TransportPrivate vehicleStayBoutique inn in Lijiang Old Town

4DAYLijiang

Day 4 Lugu Lake Loop · Return Journey

BreakfastIncluded · Guesthouse · Breakfast included

MorningAfter breakfast, drive to Lugu Lake (about 4 hours). Upon arrival, take a pig-trough boat to cruise the lake and see the morning mist and Lige Peninsula.

LunchIncluded · Lugu Lake restaurant · Lunch included

AfternoonPhotography around the lake, check in at Lover's Beach and Walking Marriage Bridge, visit a Mosuo family to learn about the matriarchal culture.

DinnerNot included · At own expense

EveningReturn to Lijiang or transfer directly to the station according to flight or train time, ending the outdoor journey.

TransportPrivate carStayNone (return day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Lijiang	Old Town boutique guesthouse	4-star	Standard twin room	2 nights
Lijiang	Tiger Leaping Gorge midway guesthouse	Characteristic guesthouse	Standard twin room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Tiger Leaping Gorge

One of the deepest gorges in the world; the High Trail hike is a classic route for outdoor enthusiasts.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

The southernmost modern glacier in the Northern Hemisphere; Glacier Park and Blue Moon Valley are photography hotspots.

Lashi Lake

A plateau wetland nature reserve; migratory birds gather in winter, and you can ride horses along the Ancient Tea Horse Road.

Lugu Lake

A plateau lake at the border of Sichuan and Yunnan, famous for Mosuo culture, pig-trough boats, and Lige Peninsula.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Professional outdoor guide upgrade	Lijiang	A guide with an outdoor leader certificate leads the entire trip	CNY	Price negotiable	Recommended for hiking days
Photography follow-shoot service	Lijiang	Photographer accompanies for 1 day, including 20 retouched photos	CNY	Price negotiable	Available dates
Lugu Lake Mosuo home visit	Lijiang	Mosuo family visit and specialty dinner	CNY	Price negotiable	Requires advance booking

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

3 nights of accommodation throughout the trip (2 nights in Old Town guesthouse + 1 night in Tiger Leaping Gorge guesthouse)
Meals listed in the itinerary (3 breakfasts and 6 main meals)
Private car throughout and professional outdoor guide
Tickets for Tiger Leaping Gorge, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Lashi Lake, Lugu Lake, and pig-trough boat
Trail lunch and drinking water for hiking days
Travel accident insurance

Not Included

Round-trip transportation to and from Lijiang
Personal expenses and beverages outside the itinerary
Mountaineering equipment rental (trekking poles, windbreakers, etc.)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Single room supplement
Additional costs due to force majeure such as weather and road conditions

Notes

Good to Know

The Tiger Leaping Gorge hike is moderately strenuous; recommended for those with basic fitness. Children and seniors please consult in advance.
The round-trip drive to Lugu Lake is quite long. If time is limited, you may discuss with our consultant to switch to an in-depth itinerary of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain + Lashi Lake.
Outdoor activities are highly weather-dependent; the guide has the right to adjust the route based on safety conditions.

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