2-Day Cultural and Natural Wonders Tour in Shangri-La with Baishuitai Visit

Day 1: Cultural Immersion

Shangri-La, Yunnan on May 11, 2025

12:00pm

Arrive in Shangri-La

Arrival at Shangri-La and transfer to hotel for check-in and light refreshment to settle in.
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12:30pm

Lunch at Zanpo Restaurant

Savor Tibetan dishes including yak butter tea and hand-pulled noodles, perfect to energize your first day. Open 11am - 9pm.
CNY80, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Dukezong Ancient Town

Stroll through this 1300-year-old Tibetan town with its unique architecture, shops, and the famous Singing Tree.
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3:30pm

Visit Songzanlin Monastery

Drive 20 minutes to the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan for a glimpse of Tibetan spirituality and grand architecture. Opens till 6pm.
CNY85, 1h30m

5:00pm

Guishan Park Visit

Relax at Guishan Park to see the White Pagoda and enjoy sweeping views of Shangri-La as sunset approaches. Open till 6pm.
CNY30, 45m

6:00pm

Dinner at Tina's Restaurant

Enjoy Tibetan and western delicacies such as momos and butter tea in a cozy setting. Open until 9pm.
CNY90, 1h

7:30pm

Evening stroll in Dukezong Ancient Town

Experience the charming lit lanterns and browse local shops and tea houses at your leisure.
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Day 2: Terraces and Nature

Shangri-La, Yunnan on May 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start the day with a local style breakfast to fuel your journey ahead.
Included, 45m

8:30am

Day trip to Baishuitai Terraced Springs

Travel about 1.5 hours north to Baishuitai to view stunning natural calcite terraced springs, a breathtaking landscape gem known as 'White Water Terraces'.
CNY50, 4h

12:30pm

Lunch at Baishuitai scenic area restaurant

Enjoy simple Tibetan style lunches with fresh local ingredients while overlooking the terraces.
CNY60, 1h

1:30pm

Return to Shangri-La and visit Pudacuo National Park

Head back for the afternoon exploring the iconic Pudacuo National Park, visiting Shudu Lake and the Giant Cypress forest. Park open till 6pm.
CNY190, 4h

5:30pm

Return to Shangri-La town

Travel back to town to relax after the day’s adventure.
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6:30pm

Dinner at Shangri-La Old Town Restaurant

Indulge in Tibetan hotpot and roasted lamb, a perfect hearty meal to end the day. Opens 5pm - 10pm.
CNY100, 1h30m

Day 3: Departure

Shangri-La, Yunnan on May 13, 2025

6:00am

Early hotel checkout

Complete early checkout by 8am for onward travel arrangements.
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