Essence Of Shangri-la Tour
Price Inclusion
- Centrally Located Hotel
- Authentic Local Restaurants
- Private Car and Driver
- Guide
- Entrance Fees
- Service Charge & Government Taxes
- Insurance
- Tour Arrangements
Tour Map
Visit remote minority cultures and the most magnificent scenery on the southeast edge of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. A Tibetan family, the biggest lama monastery, Yak butter tea, local yogurt and all Tibetan-style houses could leave you a life-time memory.
Daparture Date:
You Choose!
Duration:
4 Days
Day 1
Be picked up from Bus or Train Station by your guide.
Day 2
Place & Transport: Shangri la
Today's Activities: Songzanlin Lamasery, Pudacuo National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Kailash
- Songzanlin Lamasery (2 hours): The largest Tibetan Buddhist lamasery in Yunnan Province. Occupying an area of 33.3 hectares, Songzanlin was built in the style of Potala Palace in Lhasa and represents the Tibetan culture, housing buddhist statues and many precious cultural treasures.
- Pudacuo National Park (4 hours): Located near Shangri-La in China's Yunnan Province in southwest China, the Pudacuo National Park covers a total area of nearly 2,000 square kilometers. This park has an average altitude of 3,500 meters and retains a well-preserved ecosystem within the virgin forests. The must-see scenery in this park includes Lake Bita and Lake Shudu. "Bita" means "a place with a dense oak forest" in the Tibetan language and "Bitahai" means a quiet lake. The Bitahai Lake is surrounded by mountains covered with ancient pines, oaks and rhododendrons, and appears like an emerald in the heart of the mountain. Shudu Lake is located in northeast of Shangri-la and it is one of the largest fresh water lakes on the Diqing plateau. The lake is surrounded by a forest of fir, spruce and silver birch, and is home to lots of wild animals such as bears, golden cats, deer and pheasants.
Day 3
Place & Transport: Shangri la
Today's Activities: Zhongdian Old Town, Visit Tibetan Family
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Lapu Tibetan Restaurant
- Zhongdian Old Town (30 minutes): This ancient town, located to the south of Zhongdian, is filled with Tibetan style old houses. Although it is now under renovation to match the old town of Lijiang, this old town still has plenty of small charming streets to be explored.
- Visit Tibetan Family (30 minutes): A visit to a real Tibetan family is to have a glance at local Tibetan people's life there, you may be welcomed by the Tibetan Tea and snacks.
- Lapu Tibetan Restaurant: Located in center of town, Lapu is decorated in Tibetan style and can seat up 100 diners. It provides simply made Tibetan dishes, along with Yunnan cuisine.
Day 4
Our guide and driver will transfer you to Bus or Train Station.
Currency Converter
| Nov.1 - Mar. 31 | Superior | Deluxe | Economy | Single Room Supplement * |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $1,099 | $739 | $769 | - |
| 2-5 Persons | $599 | $419 | $449 | $320 / $145 / $145 / |
| 6-9 Persons | $499 | $329 | $349 | $320 / $145 / $145 / |
| Apr.1 - Oct.31 | Superior | Deluxe | Economy | Single Room Supplement * |
| 1 Person | $1,099 | $739 | $769 | - |
| 2-5 Persons | $599 | $419 | $449 | $320 / $145 / $145 / |
| 6-9 Persons | $499 | $329 | $349 | $320 / $145 / $145 / |
Destinations: Shangri La
Tour Length: 4 Days
Attractions: Songzanlin Lamasery, Lake Bita and Lake Shudu, Zhongdian Old Town, Visit Tibetan Family
Acommodation: Economy
| City | Superior | Deluxe | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shangri la | Songtsam Shangri-la Hotel |
Shangri-la Shiner Hotel |
Shangri-la Shiner Hotel |
Price Inclusions and Exclusions
Price Inclusions:
- Entrance Fees:
To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary. - Meals:
All meals as specified in the itinerary.
If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations. - Private Transfers:
Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Shangri la by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours. - Guide:
As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available. - Hotels:
Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds.
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified. - Transportation:
Entrance City To Shangri la Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements)
Shangri la To Departure City Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements) - Service Charge & Government Taxes:
- Insurance
The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance.
Click here to learn more about the insurance coverage and the sum insured. - Luggage Transfers:
Between airports and hotels. - Arrangements:
The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Price Exclusions:
- International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
USA-CHINA/CHINA-USA: China Highlights has negotiated special discount fares (restrictions apply) for selected flights operated by Air China from major US and China gateways. We are able to offer these special deals to confirmed customers. Discount US to China Flights - China Entry Visa Fees.
- Excess Baggage Charges.
Passengers holding an adult fare or half fare ticket are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 20kg, for economy class. Total weight of carryon baggage for each passenger may not exceed 5kg. The size may not exceed 20x40x 55cm. More - Personal Expenses:
Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary. - Meals:
Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary. - Single Room Supplement.
