Travel Guide
12-Day Yunnan and Eastern Tibet Tour
Jul
An Epic Landscape Journey to the Plateau of Tibet
Experience breathtaking plateau landscapes offering vistas of snow-capped mountains, sprawling forests, pristine lakes and rivers, and magnificent gorges. Discover rich minority cultures, adding vibrant colors to the journey. And, awaken your taste buds to new flavors with an array of local culinary delights.
This 12-day tour is designed for travelers who would like to enjoy Yunnan and Tibet landscapes in a care-free and comfortable way. Altitudes experienced go up gradually and the driving time has been minimized.
Suggested Yunnan and Eastern Tibet Tour
| Day | Highlights |
|---|---|
| 1-2 Kunming |
The Stone Forest and snack tasting |
| 3 Dali |
Erhai, the Three Pagodas, and Bai village |
| 4-5 Lijiang |
Black Dragon Pool, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and Naxi village |
| 6 Tiger Leaping Gorge |
The great river and mountains |
| 7-8 Lhasa |
The Potala Palace |
| 9-11 Nyingchi and Bome |
Basomtso, Lulang Forest, and Mt. Nnamjagbarwa |
| 12 | Nyingchi Departure |
Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Lhasa- Nyingchi and Bome Tour Map
Tour \’Wow\’ Points
Have Fun in the Glacier Park on the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The snowcapped peaks against the backdrop of clear skies create a majestic view. On the mountainside, you would find meadows, glaciers, canyons, lakes, and diverse plant and animal life.
Share an Intimate Moment with the Majestic Peak
Don\’t worry about the crowds at the cable cars ascending the snow-capped mountain. You will have a chance to slow down on the mountain and enjoy views that are not seen by typical tourists.
Marvel at the Torrents and Peaks of Tiger Leaping Gorge
Without experiencing the feeling of \’heart in heaven, body in hell\’, you can enjoy viewing snowy peaks piercing the sky from the thundering gorge with us, minus the tough trail hike.
Pilgrimage to the Palace That\’s \’Closest to Heaven\’
Immerse yourself in the exquisite chambers on the Potala Palace. Discover the secrets of building this amazing palace.
Walk on Barkhor Street in Traditional Tibetan Dress
An interesting and easy way to experience minority culture is to change into their traditional clothing and take part in their ritual activities.
Fall in Love with the Delightful Blue and Green Colors
Aprreciate the beautiful lakes on the plateau, which look like a saphire or a emerald.
Witness the Most Beautiful Snow Mountain in China
Stop at a platform for a magnificent view of Nnamjagbarwa Mountain. Its main peak is more than 7,700 meters (25,000 ft) above sea level. Hang a prayer flag and make a wish toward the holy mountain if you like.
Walk in a Fairyland of White and Pink (for tours in April)
Discover eastern Tibet, which might be totally different to your impressions of western Tibet. Snowy mountains and peach blossoms present a deceptively tender and soft Tibet in spring.
Explore the Culinary Landscape of Minority Cultures
We have selected authentic local restaurants for you to try the most representative local cuisine, such as \’crossing-the-bridge\’ rice noodles, Dali clay pot fish, and Tibetan yak hot pot.
