7 Days Shangri-La Nujiang Tengchong Tour

7 Days Shangri-La Nujiang Tengchong Tour

Come with us now for an unforgettable 7-day Shangri-La Nujiang Tengchong Tour to explore the mystical land of western Yunnan! Begin your adventure at the mystical Feilai Temple, perched dramatically on cliffs with its over 400 years of history, where the spiritual aura of Tibetan Buddhism meets the breathtaking panorama of the Meili Snow Mountain Range. Marvel at the First Bend of the Nu River, a jaw-dropping horseshoe turn surrounded by terraced fields and steep canyon walls, showcasing the raw beauty of the Nujiang Grand Canyon – one of the world's deepest gorges. Then, delve into the remote villages of Xiongdang, Kongdang, Qiongdang, and Longyuan, home to the enigmatic Dulong tribe, famed for their facial-tattooed women and untouched alpine forests near the Myanmar border.

This meticulously crafted itinerary blends awe-inspiring natural wonders with rich ethnic traditions. Witness the sunrise over the "Gold Mountain" of Meili Snow Mountain, trek through the biodiverse Gaoligong Mountains, and explore the hauntingly beautiful abandoned town of Zhiziluo, frozen in time. Immerse yourself in the spiritual harmony of Chongding Church and Puhua Temple, or cross ancient vine bridges in Pukawang Village. The journey culminates in Tengchong, where the legendary Hot Spring Festival invites you to soak in therapeutic waters amid vibrant folk celebrations. From the roaring rivers of Nujiang to the serene highland villages, this is Yunnan at its most wild and authentic.

Code of Tour: CTT0000067
Length of Travel: 7 Days
Arrival City: Shangri-La
Departure City: Tengchong
Price of Tour: inquiry
Features of Tour: this 7-day Shangri-La Nujiang Tengchong Tour will take you to explore the mystical land of western Yunnan, China.

Highlights

Feilai Temple: seemingly 'flying' onto the cliffs, the ancient temple with over 400 years of history is a revered pilgrimage site where Tibetan Buddhism meets the majestic panorama of the Meili Snow Mountain Range.
The First Bend of Nu River: an iconic landscape of the Nujiang Grand Canyon, the spectacular horseshoe-shaped turn of the Nujiang River is surrounded by steep canyon walls and terraced fields, offering breathtaking views of the untouched Himalayan landscape.
Nujiang Grand Canyon: one of the world's deepest and most dramatic gorges, carved by the roaring Nujiang River between towering snow-capped peaks.
Xiongdang Village, Kongdang Village, Qiongdang Village and Longyuan Village: these remote villages in the Dulong River Valley are home to the enigmatic Dulong tribe, famed for their unique facial-tattooed women and pristine alpine forests near the Myanmar border.

Code of Tour: CTT0000067

Details of Tour

Day 1: Shangri-La
Day 2: Feilai Temple-Bingzhongluo
Day 3: Bingzhongluo
Day 4: Bingzhongluo-Dulongjiang
Day 5: Dulongjiang-Fugong
Day 6: Fugong-Laomudeng
Day 7: Laomudeng-Tengchong

Day 1: Shangri-La

Attractions & Activities: Moon Bay, Feilai Temple
Accommodation: Deqin
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

The unique trip will start with a visit to the Moon Bay and Feilai Temple, two iconic attractions in Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. The Moon Bay is one of the iconic landscapes at the World Natural Heritage Site "Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas". The Jinsha River rushing down from the Tibetan Plateau makes a dramatic 180° turn between towering mountains, forming a perfect Ω-shaped bend, hence the nature's most spectacular wonder 'Moon Bay'.

The Feilai Temple with over 400 years of history is a small but iconic Buddhist temple located in Deqin, Yunnan. The ancient temple, seemingly 'flying' onto the cliffs, is a revered pilgrimage site where Tibetan Buddhism meets the majestic panorama of the Meili Snow Mountain Range.

Day 2: Feilai Temple-Bingzhongluo

Attractions & Activities: Gold Mountain of Sunrise (depends on weather), First bend of Yangzi River, Cizhong Church, and Lisu Ethnic Village
Accommodation: Bingzhongluo
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

In the morning, you can wake up early to witness the golden sunrise painting the snow-capped Meili Snow Mountain – a breathtaking spectacle known as "Gold Mountain of Sunrise". After enjoying the awe-inspiring sight, you'll move on to explore the First Bend of the Yangtze River and Lisu Village.

The First Bend of the Yangtze River is a dramatic natural wonder where Asia's longest river makes a sudden 120° turn, carving a majestic V-shape through the Hengduan Mountains. The Lisu ethnic village nestled in the mountains, however, captivates with its vibrant handwoven textiles, wooden stilt houses, and ancient polyphonic folk songs echoing through the valleys.

Day 3: Bingzhongluo

Attractions & Activities: Qiunatong Village, Wuli Village, Shimen Pass, Chongding Chruch, Puhua Temple
Accommodation: Bingzhongluo
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

Nestled in the heart of Yunnan's Three Parallel Rivers region, Bingzhongluo Town is a hidden gem where rugged mountain landscapes meet rich ethnic culture. This remote frontier area, home to the Dulong, Nu, and Tibetan peoples, offers breathtaking scenery along the ancient Tea-Horse Road. The dramatic Stone Gate (Shimen Pass) – a sheer cliff split by the roaring Nujiang River – marks the gateway to this mystical land. Nearby, Chongding Church stands as a striking fusion of Tibetan and Western architecture, its white steeple contrasting against the alpine backdrop. Meanwhile, Puhua Temple, a serene Tibetan Buddhist monastery, overlooks terraced fields, embodying the region’s spiritual harmony.

Venture deeper to discover Qiunatong Village, a picturesque hamlet draped over misty slopes, where wooden cabins and barley fields seem suspended between heaven and earth. Just a short trek away, Wuli Village clings to cliffs above the emerald Nujiang, accessible only by a centuries-old trail carved into the rock face. These timeless settlements, where locals still wear handwoven textiles and tend yaks, feel untouched by modernity.

Day 4: Bingzhongluo-Dulongjiang

Attractions & Activities: Gaoligong Mountain Hiking, Xiongdang Village, Kongdang Village, Qiongdang Village, and Longyuan Village
Accommodation: Dulongjiang
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

This day's journey features hiking in Gaoligong Mountain and exploration to the enigmatic Dulong tribe villages in the Dulong River Valley.

Trekking through Gaoligong Mountain unveils a secluded treasure land, where ancient tea-horse trails wind through misty rainforests, past cascading waterfalls, and into remote villages of the Lisu and Dulong people.

After Gaoligong Mountain trekking, you'll going to explore the mystical Dulong tribe villages in the Dulong River Valley, which are the home to the enigmatic Dulong tribe, famed for their unique facial-tattooed women. The intricate tattoos on the women's face etched in lines of indigo embody a fading tradition once believed to ward off evil and mark coming of age in their isolated valley along the Dulong River.

Day 5: Dulongjiang-Fugong

Attractions & Activities: Pukawang Village, Biluo Snow Mountain, Shiyueliang Village, and First Bend of Nujiang River
Accommodation: Fugong
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

Nestled deep in the Dulong River Valley, Pukawang Village offers an immersive encounter with the indigenous Dulong culture. Surrounded by primeval forests and crisscrossed by crystal-clear streams, this secluded hamlet is famed for its traditional stilt houses and the last generation of facial-tattooed Dulong women. You can hike to nearby waterfalls, cross vine bridges suspended over emerald waters, and witness the annual "Knife-Pole Festival" – a breathtaking display of ethnic acrobatics performed on razor-sharp blades.

The Biluo Snow Mountain Viewing Platform, however, unveils a 360-degree theater of nature's extremes. At 3,500 meters elevation, this vantage point frames four parallel rivers (including the raging Nu Jiang) slicing through sawtooth ridges – a UNESCO-listed geological wonder. Further north, Stone Moon Village clings to cliffs beneath its namesake: a colossal limestone arch piercing the skyline, formed by millennia of wind erosion. Nearby, the First Bend of Nu River performs a perfect Ω-shaped turn around the Pihe Rock, creating a yin-yang illusion where jade waters meet golden sandbars. Sunrise here transforms the canyon into a molten spectacle, best observed from the ancient Tibetan prayer flags fluttering at the bend's apex.

Day 6: Fugong-Laomudeng

Attractions & Activities: Nujiang Grand Canyon, Feilai Stone, Zhiziluo Village, and Laomudeng Church
Accommodation: Fugong
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

Begin this day's journey with a breathtaking drive along the Nujiang Grand Canyon, where the roaring Nu River carves through 3,000-meter-deep gorges. Then, visit the enigmatic Feilai Stone – a massive 500-ton boulder mysteriously perched atop a smaller rock, revered by locals as a spiritual guardian.

We'll also take you to explore Zhiziluo, the abandoned "Memories City" frozen in 1980s socialist architecture. Walk empty streets lined with Mao-era slogans and visit the eerie Octagonal Library, a relic of this once-booming administrative hub. After that, ascend to Laomudeng Village where the white-steeped Christian Church stands against the backdrop of the Biluo Snow Mountain. If timed right, you'll hear hymns sung in the local Nu language – a surreal blend of Tibetan highland culture and 19th-century missionary legacy.

Day 7: Laomudeng-Tengchong

Attractions & Activities: Tengchong Hot Spring Festival
Accommodation: none
Meals: hotel breakfast (lunch and dinner at your own expense)

The last day, we'll take you to Tengchong, home to natural hot springs. You can join the Tengchong Hot Spring Festival events there. The Tengchong Hot Spring Festival is a centuries-old ethnic tradition where locals gather in natural thermal pools during Lunar New Year, blending therapeutic soaks with vibrant folk dances and cross-cultural camaraderie under the misty Yunnan skies.

Service Included

Accommodation: Four-star hotels throughout the trip;
Daily hotel breakfast;
Excellent English-speaking tour guide;
Transportation in a vehicle for 5-19 people;
Yunnan tourism package insurance;
Two bottles of mineral water per person per day.

Service Excluded

Lunch and dinner throughout the trip;
International transportation for arrival and departure;
Chinese visa fees;
Personal expenses;
Single room supplement.

Group Tour Service Standards

For groups of 2-4 people, there will be an English-speaking tour guide as driver.
For groups of 5-10 people, there will be an English-speaking tour guide and a Chinese driver.

Price Notice

Prices during Chinese national holidays are subject to inquiry.

Itinerary Notice

To offer you better travel experience, our company reserves the right to adjust the order of the tour itinerary, but the content of the tour will not be reduced. If certain attractions cannot be visited due to force majeure or policy adjustments, our company has the right to cancel or replace them with equivalent attractions, and any fees for replaced attractions will not be refunded.

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