Yunnan Diqing — the core area of Shangri-La. Pilgrimage to Meili Snow Mountain, explore Songzanlin Monastery, trek through Pudacuo National Park, and experience authentic Tibetan culture.
Pilgrimage to sacred mountain, explore ancient monasteries, trek through holy lakes, experience Tibetan culture
Arrive in Shangri-La, tour Dukezong Ancient Town, and pay homage at the Little Potala Palace — Songzanlin Monastery.
Full-day tour of Pudacuo National Park, trekking around Shudu Lake and Bitahai Highland Wetland.
Head to Deqin County, witness the Meili Snow Mountain Golden Sunrise, and visit Feilai Temple.
Trek to Yubeng Village in the morning, return to Shangri-La to visit Napahai Lake in the afternoon.
Experience Thangka painting, purchase Tibetan specialties, and prepare for the return trip.
A Diqing specialty dish, featuring a broth made from highland yak beef, paired with wild mushrooms and Tibetan vegetables — warm, hearty, and delicious.
A daily beverage for Tibetans, made by churning yak butter, tea leaves, and salt together. High in calories and helpful against altitude sickness — it may take some getting used to at first.
A Tibetan staple food made by kneading highland barley flour with butter tea. Portable and long-lasting, it is the best energy supplement for trekking and hiking.
A rainy-season limited delicacy, featuring fresh matsutake mushrooms stewed with local free-range chicken. The broth is savory and rich in nutrition.