Nature Lover's 5-Day Itinerary for Lexiaguo

  1. Day 1: Yulong Snow Mountain
    2 hours (71.2 km) from Lijiang Airport

    Located in the Yunnan Province and stretching over 35 kilometers, the Yulong Snow Mountain is known as the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Take a cable car to the top to witness stunning valleys and snow-capped peaks.

  2. Day 2: Tiger Leaping Gorge
    2.5 hours (75 km) from Yulong Snow Mountain

    Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest and longest gorges in the world. Hike the well-maintained trail and enjoy panoramic views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. This 3-hour trek will leave nature lovers in awe.

  3. Day 3: Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone
    4.5 hours (200 km) from Tiger Leaping Gorge

    The Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone, situated in the Hainan Province, boasts of tropical trees, bamboo paths, and waterfalls, all in its 45 square kilometers area. Want to experience nature’s mystifying beauty? This is the place to be.

  4. Day 4: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
    6 hours (350 km) from Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone

    The Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, covering an area of 4,810 hectares, is the first authorized national forest park in China. Stand on the glass-bottomed bridge known as the "Coiling Dragon Cliff" and witness lush valleys, misty clouds, and dramatic cliffs.

  5. Day 5: Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
    6.5 hours (350 km) from Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

    One of China’s top ten scenic spots, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), is a UNESCO World Heritage Site ranked as a must-see natural wonder. Trek through the granite peaks and walk over iconic suspension bridges while admiring the picturesque views of the surrounding forests.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Yulong Snow Mountain Cable Car (2-3 hours, CNY 180)
  • Tiger Leaping Gorge Hiking Trail Fee (3-4 hours, CNY 65)
  • Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone Entrance Fee (4-5 hours, CNY 148)
  • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Entrance Fee (6-7 hours, CNY 258)
  • Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Entrance Fee (6-7 hours, CNY 230)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): CNY 880

Useful Tips

For those with more time, consider visiting Jiuzhaigou National Park, West Lake in Hangzhou or Guilin's Li River. For those with less time skip Yanoda Rainforest Cultural Tourism Zone.

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