1 Day Shangri-La Songzanlin and Potatso National Park Tour

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Duration1 day
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore two of Shangri-La's top attractions on this tour. Begin with Songzanlin Monastery， the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan， known as the ‘Little Potala Palace’ for its striking resemblance to Lhasa’s Potala Palace. This 17th-century gem is home to over 700 monks and features a magnificent golden roof. Next， visit Potatso National Park， China’s first national park， famous for its lush forests， crystal-clear lakes， and wildlife like the black-necked crane and Tibetan antelope. A serene stop at Shudu Lake， surrounded by snow-capped mountains， caps off your adventure. Afterward， we'll transfer you back to Shangri-La.

What's included

  • Entrance tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary
  • 2 half-liter bottles of drinking water per person per day
  • Experienced private English-speaking tour guides
  • Transportation: Gas, tolls, parking fee and any additional pick-ups and drop-offs
  • Supplement for the tour guide and Driver (meals)
  • 24/7 English-speaking customer services
  • Government taxes
  • Chinese visa
  • International and domestic flights and/or trains
  • Accommodation
  • Tips for drivers and guides (highly appreciated but not requested)
  • Personal Travel Accident Insurance.
  • Meals not listed in the program
  • Attractions not in the itinerary
  • Additional days caused by unexpected nature disasters. e.g. landslides etc.
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed in inclusions

What to expect

  1. Songzanlin Monastery
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Your driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel in the heart of Shangri-La， kicking off today’s exciting adventure. The first stop is the Songzanlin Monastery， also known as the ‘Little Potala Palace’. This 17th-century Tibetan monastery， modeled after the iconic Potala Palace in Lhasa， is the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan， home to over 700 monks who practice Tibetan Buddhism. Its magnificent golden roof shines brightly， symbolizing spiritual devotion and attracting Buddhists from across Asia. Afterward， enjoy a unique opportunity to visit a local family and immerse yourself in the traditional lifestyle of a herdsman in the high Tibetan plateau.
  2. Potatso National Park
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Next， embark on an exhilarating exploration of Potatso National Park， China’s first national park， covering over 1，300 square kilometers of breathtaking natural beauty. Known for its dramatic landscapes， the park features lush forests， crystal-clear lakes， and expansive meadows. As you wander through， you’ll encounter abundant wildlife， including rare species like the black-necked crane and Tibetan antelope. A highlight of the park is Shudu Lake， a serene high-altitude lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense forests. The park is a wildlife haven， offering scenic hiking trails that allow you to connect with the untouched splendor of Tibet’s natural environment.

    After the tour， we will transfer you back to Shangri-La， where today's memorable journey concludes.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Full payment will be collected in advance, including all admission fees, fuel, and equipment rental.

Cancellation policy

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

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