Everything was preordained by God.
13 peaks of the Meili Snow Mountain, all above 6000 meters, gather together, while the Lancang River rushes through the Hengduan Mountains.
Mountains and rivers with solemnity isolate the mortal world, echoing with the gentle flow of hundreds of years of human history.
41 households, more than a hundred indigenous people, live in seclusion, backed by the snow-capped mountain god, Kawagebo.
Because of their beliefs and way of life, they are never afraid of being forgotten by the world.
Once, to enter this sparsely populated village, a rare horse trail was the only passage leading to the outside world, with those praying and offering incense coming and going.
In their hearts, Yubeng is the true epitome of ShangriLa, enclosing a divine hiding village—Yubeng.  
Countless people come to ShangriLa, hoping to catch a glimpse of the true appearance of Kawa Ge Bo, the main peak of Meili. Highlights of the itinerary:  
Let us fulfill this wish in four days!

Code of Tour: SZW0000032 

Length of Travel: 4 Days

Departure City: Lijiang

Price of Tour: Request

Features of Tour: Trekking through Yubeng village is an unforgettable journey into a hidden paradise, where rugged trails lead to serene villages, sacred waterfalls, and breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks.

Highlights

• Light Luxurious Yubeng route: Includes round-trip off-road vehicle service, saving time and effort!

• Guaranteed pure tour with no shopping.

• Two consecutive hotel nights in Yubeng with mountain view air-conditioned rooms. 

• Complimentary

Brief Itinerary

• Day 0: Arrive in Lijiang   

• Day 1: Lijiang - Shangri-La - Feilai Temple - Snow Mountain  

• Day 2: Feilai Temple - Ninong Village - Yubeng Village - Shenpu Hiking- Upper Yubeng  

• Day 3: Ice Lake hiking

• Day 4: Yubeng Village - Shangri-La - Lijiang  

Detailed Itinerary

Day 0: Arrive in Kunming

Activities & Attractions: None  
Accommodation: One night of complimentary accommodation in a comfortable hotel in Lijiang.  
Meals: Meals are self-catered  
Travel independently to Lijiang for the meetup and enjoy a complimentary airport pickup service (for three or more people arriving on the same flight). You will stay at the complimentary hotel in Lijiang. If time permits, you can spend your leisure time in the Lijiang Old Town.

Day 1: Depart from Lijiang—ShangriLa—Feilai Temple

Activities & Attractions:
Depart from Lijiang to ShangriLa—Napa Sea Viewing Platform—World Natural Heritage Site: Three Parallel Rivers Moon Bay —Check in at Feilai Temple Snow Mountain Viewing Hotel  
Accommodation: Feilai Temple  
Meals: Meals are self catered  
At 8 AM, depart Lijiang for ShangriLa. Then, we continue to Napa Sea Viewing Platform to experience the unique pastoral scenery of ShangriLa. After that, we will have lunch in Benzilan. Passing through the World Heritage Site—Three Parallel Rivers Moon Bay, known as one of China's largest natural heritage sites, born from three great rivers—Jinsha River, Lancang River, and Nu River—flowing parallel for over 170 kilometers in northwest Yunnan, forming a spectacular alpine canyon landscape. Check into the Feilai Temple Viewing Hotel around 6 PM and end the day's itinerary.

Day 2: Feilai Temple—Ninong Village—Yubeng Village—Hike to Shenou Waterfall—Upper Yubeng  

Activities & Attractions:
Feilai Temple—Ninong Village—8 km hike + scenic pickup truck to Yubeng Village—Hike to the Divine Waterfall (hike time around 5 hours)—Return to Upper Yubeng  
Accommodation: Upper Yubeng Village  
Meals: Meals are self-catered; it is recommended to bring high calorie food for the hike.  
At 7 AM, depart for Feilai Temple. If weather permits, enjoy the golden sunrise over the mountains, which is one of the best viewing spots of the Meili Snow Mountain. Then, following the Jinsha River bed, it’s a 50 minute drive to Ninong Village, the starting point for hiking. Here, an 8 km hike is followed by a scenic truck ride to lower Yubeng, taking about 30 minutes.  
After lunch, we will cross through lower Yubeng Village, walk across the Yubeng River, and find ourselves surrounded by pristine blue mountains and rivers under a blue sky and white clouds. Then we will hike through ancient forests and alpine pastures to reach the Divine Waterfall formed by the melting snow of Meili Snow Mountain. Here, you can admire the full view of Goddess Peak and Wuguan Peak, and more importantly, this is a place of baptism for pilgrims.  
We will take a pickup truck from Lower Yubeng to Upper Yubeng's guesthouse to check in.

Day 3: Ice Lake Hiking

Activities & Attractions: Hike to the Ice Lake (approximately 7 hours, 14 kilometers)—Return to Upper Yubeng Village  
Accommodation: Upper Yubeng Village  
Meals: Complimentary breakfast; lunch is self-catered, self-preparation of high calorie food is recommended.  
Departing at 8 AM from Upper Yubeng, we will hike to the Ice Lake, passing through sea buck thorn forests and primitive forests. We will reach the Xiaonong Base Camp, which was originally the campsite for the Sino Japanese Joint Climbing Team aiming for Kawagebo. After replenishing our strength with lunch, we will continue towards the Ice Lake and then return along the same path back to Upper Yubeng Village.

Day 4: Yubeng Village—ShangriLa—Lijiang  

Activities & Attractions: Take Pickup-truck from Upper Yubeng to Lower Yubeng, then to Ninong Grand Canyon + hiking 8 km to get out of Yubeng—Visit ShangriLa Dukezong Ancient Town (view from the vehicle)—Return to Lijiang.  
Accommodation: None  
Meals: Complimentary breakfast; lunch/dinner self-catered  
On the way, we will pass by Dukezong Ancient Town, which is the best preserved and largest Tibetan residential area in China, built according to the ideals of Shambhala found in Buddhist scriptures. Lunch is self catered near Benzilan Town. Arrive in Lijiang city around 8:30 PM and end of tour. It is recommended to book a flight the next day for your departure from Lijiang.

Service Includes

Accommodation: 3 nights (1 night in Feilai Temple snow mountain view hotel, 2 nights in Yubeng light luxury snow mountain view hotel)
Transportation: 4 days of vehicle service as per the itinerary, one seat per person. The type of vehicle will depend on the number of people (5, 9, 15 seater). Guarantees one seat per person; includes transportation, toll fees, and driver accommodation during the 4day trip.
Yubeng Off-Road Vehicle: Round trip from Ninong Village to Yubeng Village and from Lower Yubeng to Upper Yubeng via pickup truck.
Tickets:  Yubeng Village.
Guide: Chinese speaking guide provided throughout the journey (for groups of fewer than 8, the driver also acts as the guide).
Insurance: Includes a comprehensive travel accident insurance policy with a coverage of 500,000 (In case of accidents caused by traffic incidents, compensation will be handled per the "Road Traffic Accident Handling Measures", and we accept no additional compensation responsibilities).

Service Excludes

1. Transportation: Round trip airfare or train tickets to Lijiang from all locations.
2.Meals: Meal costs are self catered; the travel manager will recommend local delicacies (Approx. 40 yuan/person per meal).
3.Others: Personal expenses outside the itinerary.

Complimentary Items

1. One night of economy accommodation on the day of gathering in Lijiang.
2. One airport pickup service (for three or more people on the same flight).
3. Awards: One commemorative certificate, and one commemorative medal.
4. Mountaineering equipment: 1 trekking pole, 1 bottled water, 1 disposable raincoat, 1 magic scarf.
5. Complementary breakfast in Yubeng (2 servings).
6. Yubeng hotel offers two foot soaks with Tibetan medicine valued at 60 yuan each.
*Note: Complimentary items are nonrefundable if unused.*

Cancellation Notice

1. 0% fee for cancellation 10 days before the usage date.
2. 30% fee for cancellation 7 days before the usage date.
3. 60% fee for cancellation 3 days before the usage date.
4. 80% fee for cancellation within 3 days before the usage date.
5. If you need to leave the group early due to personal reasons after the journey begins, you must sign a departure agreement and no fees will be refunded, please understand.

Important Notes

Q: Will I experience altitude sickness during the hike in Yubeng? Do I need to bring an oxygen tank?
A: Altitude sickness varies from person to person; it greatly depends on your body condition, attitude also plays an important role. Maintain a calm mind, avoid strenuous exercise, adjust your breathing, and rest more; generally, you won't face major issues. If you are worried, you may take Rhodiola capsules 7 days prior to entering Yubeng or use local products like blue nourishing tablets or butter tea to help alleviate symptoms. I personally feel it's unnecessary to bring an oxygen tank, but those with relatively poor health may choose to bring one.  
Q: What essential gear should I bring for hiking in Yubeng?
A:
1.Clothing: Out door jacket, fleece, quick dry clothing, disposable underwear, high quality nonslip hiking shoes, and rain gear. Since most paths are uphill or downhill, knee pads are recommended.  
2.Supplementary Items: Small flashlight, common medications, sunscreen or sun protective headscarves, trekking poles, and a fully charged power bank.  
3.Food: Hiking consumes a lot of energy, so it's advisable to bring some snacks like chocolate or beef jerky for energy and convenience. However, there are also small shops selling instant noodles, Red Bull, etc., along the way. Prices will generally be higher due to the difficulty of transporting goods up the mountain.  
4.Mindset: Be sure to bring a relaxed and cheerful attitude along with a safety mindset for the journey.
Q: How to handle bathroom needs along the way?
A: There are usually toilets at rest stops, but you need to bring your own tissue. On the trail, since we are walking on mountain paths, find a discreet corner for personal needs.
Q: Are the local Tibetans friendly, and what should I pay attention to?
A: The local Tibetans are friendly, their food is delicious and generously portioned, and they are generally hospitable; as long as you greet them with a smile, they will respond positively.
1. Show respect to guests, using titles instead of names, like adding "La" after their names. When welcoming or seeing off guests, bow slightly and maintain a smiling demeanor. When sitting indoors, sit crosslegged; do not stretch legs or point feet towards others.
2. Killing is a cultural taboo for Tibetans, especially for those who are Buddhist practitioners. They eat beef and lamb but do not slaughter them themselves. Eating donkey, horse, or dog meat is absolutely forbidden, and some areas may also avoid eating fish.
3. When eating, avoid stuffing your mouth full, or chewing loudly, or making sounds while drinking.
4. When drinking butter tea served by the host, take it only when it is respectfully offered with both hands.
5. Avoid spitting or clapping behind someone’s back.
6. When walking past religious sites like temples or mani piles, always go from left to right, whereas those practicing Bon religion should do the opposite.
7. Do not reverse the prayer wheels.
8. Avoid letting others touch your head.
9. When entering a temple, do not smoke, touch statues, flip through religious books, or bang bells and drums. Not to mention the religious artifacts like charms or prayer beads carried by lamas; don’t touch those either. Remain quiet inside the temple, sit properly, and never sit in the place of a living Buddha; refrain from making loud noises, hunting, or random killing near temples.
Notice: To make your trip more comfortable, our staff has the right to adjust the sequence of tour stops according to actual circumstances without reducing the number of attractions. Thank you for understanding.