Lijiang Guided Tour: Jade Dragon Mountain Exploration, Ethnic Show and Local Traditions

Embark on a guided tour of Lijiang, exploring the majestic Jade Dragon Mountain, witnessing a captivating ethnic show, and immersing yourself in local traditions. Experience stunning views, cultural performances, and a visit to Lijiang Ancient Town. Book now!

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Yulong (Jade Dragon) Mountain - Meet your private guide in hotel’s lobby in Lijiang, heading directly to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain which takes about 1 hour. Sit back and enjoy the sceneries along the way.

Consisting of 13 peaks, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Looking from Lijiang Old Town, the snow-covered and fog-enlaced mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence, the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Get the information and learn its legendary stories from your tour guide. Upon arrival, take the convenient cable car to the scenic viewing point (4506 meters), marvel at the spectacular glacier and mountain views. You can choose to hike up to 4680 meters by wooden stairs. When you are ready to leave, descend by cable car.

  • Lijiang Impressions Show - Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, then enjoy amazing Lijiang Impressions Show. The show is performed in daytime, using the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as its stage background. More than 100 horses and 500 non-professional peasant actors with dark skin who are from 16 local villages and over 10 ethnic minorities give their best performance. They use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs. When make booking you can choose you preferred tickets for the show
  • Old Town of Lijiang - China - Next, heading directly to Old town of Lijiang.

The Old Town of Lijiang is a well-preserved old city of ethnic minorities with brilliant culture, the town was first built in the late Song Dynasty (960 - 1279), it has a history of more than 800 years. As a result of the combination of the multinational culture and the progress of Naxi ethnic minority, the buildings here incorporate the best parts of the architectural traits of Han, Bai, and Tibet into a unique Naxi style.

  • Mufu Palace - During the peak season, you may need to wait a line at the cable car, if you do have extra time for more tours, you will visit the Mufu Palace. The top ruler of Naxi minority Mu Family had been in Lijiang since Yuan Dynasty to Qing Dynasty, totally 470 years with 22 generation rulers. The present Mufu Palace is a representative of ancient central China architectural style in Ming Dynasty. While it also keeps the characters of Tang and Song Dynasties. And inside it, the details show the minority features of Bai and Naxi groups. Besides architecture value, it also can be an outstanding plants museum with ancient trees and extraordinary plants. The garden in a style mixed with imperial one and Suzhou’s style. Explore the palace and get to now its history and stories from your tour guide.

After the tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Lijiang. (If you have other places want to go in Lijiang just let your tour guide know)

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Show ticket
  • Lunch
  • Cable car round trip to Glacier Park
  • Bottled water
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Accommodation
Additional Information

Spend a day admiring spectacular views, enjoy amazing open-air show and learning about local traditions on this full day private guided tour. After morning pickup from your hotel, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to reach the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for stunning views of its glacier and peaks and enjoy the panoramic views. After lunch, attend the Lijiang Ethnic Show which performances by non-professional peasant actors who are from local villages, use unique movements and original songs to exemplify their culture, history and customs and you’ll also enjoy a visit to Lijiang Ancient Town and Back Dragon Pond. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch, show tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers.

Location
Yulong (Jade Dragon) Mountain
Yulong Naxi Autonomous County,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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