Shangri-La Tours: Top 20 Yunnan Shangri-La Tours (Best Prices 2025)

Where is Shangri-La? Why tour Shangri-La? While James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon depicted a mythical paradise, there isn't a real place that perfectly matches that description. However, Shangri-La (香格里拉, altitude: 3,459 meters) in northwest Yunnan Province comes close!

Surrounded by stunning landscapes, Shangri-La, once known as Zhongdian, is a paradise on Earth. Snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, and vast meadows create a breathtaking backdrop for exploring the region's unique Tibetan cultures and earthly beauties. Many travelers combine Shangri-La with a trip to Lijiang. We are local Yunnan travel agency, just take our Yunnan Shangri-La tours and discover the best highlights of this amazing land!

Best Highlights for Shangri-La Tours in Yunnan (1-2 Days Itineraries):

Enjoy spectacular landscapes in Shangri-La: Experience the tranquility and fresh air of Pudacuo National Park, witness the power of water at Tiger Leaping Gorge, and marvel at the beautiful sunrise over the Kawagarbo of Meili Snow Mountain.

Explore Tibetan culture & local life: Visit Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan, to gain insight into Tibetan Buddhism and its practices. Experience authentic local life in Shangri-La with a Tibetan family visit.

Go hiking for a wild and unique experience: Enjoy thrilling hikes at Meili Snow Mountain & Yubeng Village, or enjoy a day hike at Balagezong Grand Canyon.

How to Plan Shangri-La Tours in Yunnan?

With our Shangri-La tours, travelers can reach Shangri-La by flight or high-speed train from other destinations in China. To fully experience Shangri-La's magic, we recommend spending 2-4 days exploring the region. The classic exploration in Shangri-La includes Songzanlin Monastery, Pudacuo National Park, and Dukezong Ancient Town. For the adventurous, extend your trip to Meili Snow Mountain in Deqin County. Complete your Yunnan adventure by visiting Lijiang, Kunming, and Dali. Whether you are interested in ethnic culture, ancient towns, hiking, adventure, photography, or food, we offer tours at the best prices to cater to your preferences.