Shangri-La Classic Highlights

Shangri-La Classic Panorama

Songzanlin Monastery · Dukezong Ancient Town · Pudacuo National Park · Must-visit for first-time visitors

3 Days 2 NightsShangri-La900 – 1,260 USD

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Classic Must-SeeFirst-TimerTibetan CulturePlateau Scenery

Overview

Trip Overview

In three days, experience Shangri-La's most iconic sights: the majestic Songzanlin Monastery, the moonlit Dukezong Old Town, and the mirror-like Potatso National Park. We guide you like a local friend—spinning prayer wheels, sipping butter tea, and watching sunset over the snow peaks, all at a relaxed pace to feel the true 'Shangri-La'.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Visit Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan, and feel the solemnity of the "Little Potala Palace"
✓Stroll through Dukezong Ancient Town and spin the world's largest prayer wheel for blessings
✓Explore Pudacuo National Park and walk along the Shudu Lake boardwalk to admire plateau lakes and primeval forests
✓Taste authentic Tibetan yak hotpot and butter tea
✓Gaze at Shika Snow Mountain from Napahai Yila Grassland and photograph plateau pasture scenery
✓Private car transfers throughout, with a local guide experienced in plateau travel
✓Stay in a boutique hotel in the ancient town and immerse yourself in Tibetan architecture and the Moonlight City at night

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYShangri-La

Arrival on the Plateau · Dukezong Ancient Town and Moonlight City

BreakfastNot included · Please arrange on your own

MorningArrive at Shangri-La Airport or bus station, with private car pickup and transfer to your hotel in Dukezong Ancient Town for check-in, then rest briefly to acclimatize to the altitude.

LunchNot included · Please arrange on your own

AfternoonStroll through Dukezong Ancient Town, visit Guishan Park, join hands to turn the world's largest prayer wheel, and overlook the panoramic view of the ancient town.

DinnerIncluded · Tibetan restaurant in the ancient town · Includes Tibetan yak hotpot

EveningEnjoy a Tibetan welcome dinner (yak hotpot) in the ancient town, then freely wander through the ancient town's night scenery and admire the lights of the Moonlight City.

TransportPrivate car airport/station pickup, walking within the ancient townStayBoutique inn in Shangri-La Dukezong Ancient Town (4-star)

2DAYShangri-La

Songzanlin Monastery · Napahai Yila Grassland

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Includes breakfast

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Songzanlin Monastery to visit the Zhacang Hall and Tsongkhapa Hall, admire Tibetan Buddhist murals and statues, and listen to lamas chanting.

LunchIncluded · Tibetan restaurant near Songzanlin Monastery · Includes lunch

AfternoonHead to Napahai Yila Grassland, ride horses or hike, gaze at Shika Snow Mountain in the distance, and photograph the plateau scenery of grasslands, wetlands, and herds of cattle and sheep.

DinnerIncluded · Nixi clay pot chicken restaurant · Includes dinner

EveningReturn to the city, enjoy the local specialty Nixi clay pot chicken, then return to the hotel to rest.

TransportPrivate carStayBoutique inn in Shangri-La Dukezong Ancient Town (4-star)

3DAYShangri-La

Pudacuo National Park · Return Trip

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Includes breakfast

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Pudacuo National Park, transfer to the eco-bus to enter, and hike along the Shudu Lake boardwalk to admire plateau lakes, primeval forests, and pastures.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant inside Pudacuo Scenic Area · Includes simple meal

AfternoonContinue visiting Bita Lake (subject to opening conditions), then return to the city and transfer to the airport/station according to your flight/train schedule, ending the journey.

DinnerNot included · Please arrange on your own

EveningReturn trip or free time.

TransportPrivate carStayNone

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Shangri-La	Boutique inn in Dukezong Ancient Town	4-star	Standard Twin Room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Songzanlin Monastery

The largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan, known as the "Little Potala Palace."

Dukezong Ancient Town

The City of Moonlight, home to Tibetan-style architecture and prayer wheels.

Potatso National Park

A national park where alpine lakes, primeval forests, and pastures intertwine.

Napa Lake Yila Grassland

A seasonal alpine lake and grassland, serving as a winter habitat for migratory birds.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Tibetan family visit experience	Shangri-La	Visit a local Tibetan family, taste butter tea and tsampa, and enjoy Tibetan singing and dancing.	CNY	Price upon request	Approximately 2 hours
Professional photography service	Shangri-La	A local photographer will accompany you throughout the trip and provide retouched photos.	CNY	Price upon request	Charged per day

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Private car transfers and driver service throughout the trip
2 nights' accommodation at a boutique inn in Dukezong Ancient Town (breakfast included)
Meals listed in the itinerary (2 breakfasts and 3 main meals)
Admission tickets to Songzanlin Monastery and Potatso National Park
Local Chinese-speaking guide service
Travel accident insurance

Not Included

Round-trip transportation to and from Shangri-La
Personal expenses outside the itinerary
Optional paid activities such as horseback riding and oxygen cylinders
Single room supplement
Additional expenses caused by force majeure
Tips for the guide and driver (suggested CNY 20 per person per day)

Notes

Good to Know

Passport information is required at booking for insurance purchase and ticket reservations.
Please rest well in high-altitude areas and avoid strenuous exercise; altitude sickness medication may be prepared in advance.
The itinerary order may be adjusted due to weather or scenic area policies, but the number of attractions will not be reduced.

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