Secrets of the Yangtze
The great mountain ranges in the western corner of Yunnan create incredible scenery, attracting hikers to explore. The Haba Mountain and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain massifs, which rise to more than 5,000 meters (16,000 feet) above sea level, narrow the Jinsha (upper Yangtze) River and create one of the most magnificent gorges in China.
In this 4-day adventure tour, hike through Tiger Leaping Gorge and the enigmatic Stone Village, uncovering hidden gems along the Jinsha River.
Utilize our complimentary itinerary planning service to design your inaugural Lijiang adventure and embark on a memorable journey with us.
Suggested 4-Day Lijiang Hiking Tour
| Day | Highlights |
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| 1-2 Tiger Leaping Gorge |
Trek the Highway |
| 3-4 Baocheng Stone Village |
Stone Village Awaits |
Lijiang Hiking Tour Map
Tour 'Wow' Points
Trek Highway Route
Ascend the challenging 28 Bends trail, a 15-kilometer trek offering breathtaking panoramic views of the gorge and rushing river against the backdrop of the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
Visit a Castle on the Cliff
Explore the Stone Village and marvel at their ingenuity in transforming stone into everything from stairs to beds, showcasing their deep connection to their environment.
China Highlights' Special Discovery Experience
Discover the best-kept secret of the Jinsha River. Hike to find an exclusive view, which is not seen by most visitors.
Enjoy a beer (or soft drink) prepared by us on Halfway Guesthouse's viewing terrace for a beautiful sunset experience.
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Les splendeurs du Yunnan
J'ai passé un merveilleux séjour dans le Yunnan, grace à China Highlights et ses guides chaleureux et très professionnels ! à Kunming, Lulu m'a fait découvrir la sublime forêt de pierres Shilin et découvrir les trésors d'une dégustation de thé Pu'er. Dans les environs de Dali, Alice m'a concocté un délicieux tour des villages où le drama "Meet Yourself" a été tourné. J'en ai été très émue et je suis tombée sous le charme du lac Er Hai qui en est le c?ur ? J'ai également appris beaucoup sur la minorité Bai et l'art du Tie and dye. à Lijiang, c'est Jack qui m'a gentiment fait découvrir la vieille ville et les villages d'autres minorités locales. Il m'a aussi accompagnée dans la somptueuse Blue Moon Valley et ses lacs d'eau bleu turquoise, où les futurs mariés se précipitent pour faire des photos dans un cadre magnifique ! more
Jun 2025, Compass20024947963
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12 day trip to Kunming, Dali and Lijiang
Our tour guide cum driver for Kunming, is Jack Lee. He took good care of us, especially when there is any descending or ascending hike during the trip. He gave excellent suggestion for dinner and even show us the authentic way to eat the food. We had a fantastic 6 days in Dali area. Our guide, 王立婷, is from the Bai ethnic group. She is very knowledgeable in the custom and history of Yunnan as well as the different Ethnic group of the area. We learn a lot of interesting things from her. If I were to go to Dali again, I will definitely look for her. The last stretch of our trip, is 3 days in Lijiang with our guide , 和绍春. He is from the Naxi Ethnic group. He shared with us his knowledge of his people and also how to handle high altitiude. Luckily for us, we had him to look out for us as some of us were unwell during and after the ascent of Yulong snow mountain. Last but not least, our driver, 卞师傅，spent 9 days with us and is a safe driver and a friendly person. more
Apr 2025, Boon Keow L
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Lijiang and Kunming
Thanks to Camillia Jiang from China Highlights who created our itinerary we had a wonderful holiday in Lijiang and Kunming. Our guides in Lijiang Alice and Lulu in kunming were wonderful in taking care of our needs from the word go and made our holidays so much better. more
Apr 2025, Chng S
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Itinerary Quick Look
This is a sample itinerary. Feel free to let us know what you'd like to see and do, and we'll create a personalized tour just for you.
We'll start our adventure with a scenic drive from your Lijiang hotel to Qiaotou Town, the gateway to Tiger Leaping Gorge. Our first-day hike covers approximately 15 kilometers, taking us about 5 hours to reach Halfway Guesthouse.
Our hike starts at Naxi Family Guesthouse and takes you up the challenging 28 Bends, a 2-hour climb leading to a spectacular Lookout Point.
Continue your trek for another 2-3 hours until we reach Halfway Guesthouse, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the Jinsha River.
Start your day with a refreshing hike down to Tina's Guesthouse. This 2-hour trek takes you through the picturesque Guanyin Waterfall and offers breathtaking canyon views.
Enjoy a private transfer to the pier and a scenic river crossing to Daju Town. From there, we'll embark on a 3-hour journey to the picturesque Baoshan Stone Village.
Reach Baoshan, an engineering marvel, is perched on a massive, half-square-kilometer boulder surrounded by sheer cliffs. Despite its small scale, the town is a colossal sculpture carved into the rock face, harmonizing with its natural setting. Spend the night in the village.
Explore Baoshan Stone Village, hike the terraced fields, and climb over the ridge to find the incredible Taiziguan ('Prince Pass'), which will make you exclaim "Wow." The Jinsha River is calm in this section, like a beautiful ribbon. The huge mountains dive into the river and form a narrow gorge, and the Jinsha River flows towards you from this perilous pass. Why is it called 'Prince Pass'? Let your guide reveal the answer.
Discover this unique village at your own pace during your free time, then enjoy another overnight stay within its charming confines.
Utilize your last bit of free time for one more discovery before your guide and driver pick you up for the Lijiang hotel transfer.
Hotel Selection
—The Icing on the Cake
Guest houses are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English-speaking hiking guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- A 24/7 helpline is available throughout your trip
Tour code: lj-3