6 Days Lijiang Tour to Lugu Lake

Day 1

Arrival Lijiang
Arrive in Lijiang, you will be greeted by your tour guide and transferred to hotel.
Meals: No meal
Accommodation: In Lijiang

Lying in a broad and fertile valley dominated by the snow-mantled peaks of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, the town was founded as Dayan, a large Naxi settlement first built during the Southern Song Dynasty eight centuries ago. Once you are in Lijiang, you'll find hard to return to the hustle and bustle of the large cities and can not wait to explore the ancient town. After a good rest in a comfortable hotel TCT recommended, you are ready for the incoming exciting tour with full energy.
 

Day 2

Ljiang
In the morning, take a short driving (0.5hour) to visit Jade Dragon Sown Mountain (cable car and green vans available in the scenic area). After lunch, visit Yufeng Temple and Lijiang Old Town. Concert of Naxi Ancient Music in the ancient town is available for your optional night show.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Lijiang

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain nestles near Lijiang. It is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere, consisting of 13 peaks with the highest one, Shanzidou, at an altitude of 5,600 meters. Looking from the town, the mountain resembles a jade dragon laying in the clouds, hence the name. The view of the massif from the gardens at the Black Dragon Pool in Lijiang is noted as one of China's finest views.

Built in 1756, Yufeng Temple is located at the southern foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, 13km from Lijiang. The temple is surrounded by a verdant forest and river with the snow mountain at its back. It displays a harmonious mix of architectural styles of Han Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Taoism and local Naxi Dongba Religion. It is witness to the peaceful coexistence of multinational cultures and religions. It still plays an important role in local residents' religious life.

Lijiang Ancient Town is well-preserved and known as a centre for the Naxi people's brilliant culture. With a history of more than 800 years, the town was built in the interval as the Song Dynasty changed to the Yuan Dynasty, and occupies an area of 3.8 square kilometers. It is built along the lie of mountains and the flow of rivers with the ancient water-supply system which is still in use today, providing a precious example for research on ancient architecture. As a result of selective adoption of ideas from other cultures by the Naxi group, the buildings in town incorporate the best of the architectural styles of Han, Bai and Tibetan, developed into the unique Naxi style. The layout of the town is free and flexible, the houses are close and diverse and the lanes are narrow and meandering. Along both sides of the lanes, there are shops selling superb handicrafts. Here you also have the chance to trace the ancient Tea-Horse Road.

At night, you may have a try of the Concert of Naxi Ancient Music in Lijiang Ancient Town. The Concert of Naxi Ancient Music, a centuries-old Naxi minority group custom of performing their folk music, has become the must-see for many travelers in LiJiang. The ancient music, called 'Dongjing', or ritual music, was traditionally sung by Taoist monks in mountain caves in most areas of Yunnan province. It has been called a 'fossil of Chinese music'.
 

Day 3

Ljiang    Lugu Lake
Today, take a long driving to Lugu Lake in the morning and take a good rest after the long driving for tomorrow's visit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: In Lugu Lake

The distance between Lijiang and Lugu Lake is about 280km, and the bunmy road will take you about six hours.

Lugu Lake is a high mountain plateau lake, 2685 meters above sea level, located 202km northeast of Lijiang on the border of Sichuan and Yunnan. The lake is 48.5 square kilometers and is quite deep, being about 93.5m at its deepest point. It is surrounded by mountains and has eight islands and many bays and beaches. The inhabitants around the lake are the Mosuo people, a small tribe that is considered a sub clan of Naxi people. The Mosuo culture is most frequently described as a matriarchal one.
 

Day 4

Lugu Lake
Today, start your marvelous exploration in Lugu Lake area including a cruise on the lake, the isles in the lake and Mosuo family.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: In Lugu Lake

Among the five isles in the lake, three are in the territory of Yunnan and two in that of Sichuan. Sitting in the middle of the lake, Heiwawudao Isle is also named 'the Chieftain Island' because Ashaoyun, the chieftain of Yongning, built his villa on the island in the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty. Rock, an American scientist, also used to reside on this island. On the south side of the lake, Liwubidao Island lies at the foot of the Lion Mountain. It is actually a small peninsular formed by the extension of the Lion Mountain into the Lake. A dozen of Mosuo families live on this island so it is possible for the visitors to experience the life on the island and, at the same time, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake. The Mosuo wooden houses are built with square - edged timber in the style of 'jinganshi building' also called Mulengfang (Timber House) which is very graceful.
 

Day 5

Lugu Lake    Lijiang
Today, you will be driven back to Lijiang. On arrival, have a good rest in your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Lijiang
 

Day 6

Departure Lijiang
Be transferred to the airport for your flight to next destination.
Meals: Breakfast

Service Ends

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