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Enquire about this itineraryYunnan–Tibet Overland · Lijiang–Lhasa · 15 days
Tour codeSNOWLAND TRAVEL-045
Link Naxi old-town heritage and Songzanlin with Meili, Yanjing and Mangkang, then join the southern road through Bomi and Nyingchi to Lhasa.
Important before booking
Access in Yunnan does not establish permission for the Tibet road. Verify Yanjing, Mangkang and all onward sections for nationality, documents and approved routing; do not cross higher passes while unwell.
Highlights
Tea Horse Road cultures; adjustment in Shangri-La; Meili viewpoints; Yanjing access by confirmation; river forests and Lhasa sacred sites.
Discuss spring or autumn travel, with flexibility for visibility, rain, snow and roadworks.
Daily itinerary
This local-start sample is not a confirmed departure. Health, permits, weather and roads take priority; daily driving and properties will be confirmed in the quote.
| Day | Route & visits | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Lijiang, rest and review permits and the onward road plan. | Lijiang |
| 2 | Explore Lijiang old town and Naxi heritage with an unhurried afternoon. | Lijiang |
| 3 | Travel via open Tiger Leaping Gorge viewpoints to Shangri-La, reducing stairs where needed. | Shangri-La |
| 4 | Allow an adjustment day with Songzanlin and a gentle Dukezong visit, or rest if unwell. | Shangri-La |
| 5 | Drive via Benzilan to Deqin/Feilai with road breaks and time for evening viewpoints. | Deqin/Feilai |
| 6 | Spend a photography day at public Meili viewpoints; no climbing or glacier entry is included. | Deqin/Feilai |
| 7 | Enter Tibet via the Yanjing corridor; visit salt fields only with route approval and confirmed access. | Mangkang |
| 8 | Continue via Mangkang to Zogang, adapting breaks to passes and road conditions. | Zogang |
| 9 | Follow the Bangda and Nujiang valley road to Baxoi, prioritising safe driving. | Baxoi |
| 10 | Travel via open Ranwu Lake viewpoints to Bomi, staying clear of hazardous glacier areas. | Bomi |
| 11 | Enjoy a gentler forest and valley day around Bomi, also serving as a road buffer. | Bomi |
| 12 | Drive via Lulang and Sejila towards Nyingchi, viewing Namcha Barwa if weather allows. | Nyingchi |
| 13 | Follow the Niyang Valley towards Lhasa, choosing stops according to access and road time. | Lhasa |
| 14 | Visit the Potala or Jokhang as reserved and walk Barkhor at a gentle pace. | Lhasa |
| 15 | Finish in Lhasa with the agreed airport or station transfer and checked onward connections. | Not included |
Stays, meals & price
Discuss four-star-class city stays; remote towns use locally available accommodation and may lack lifts or continuous hot water. Confirm properties, rooms, heating, bathrooms and eligibility in writing; official star ratings or international brands are not assumed.
Breakfast depends on the accommodation package; discuss local/Chinese lunches and dinners or simple road meals and list them daily in the quote. Explain vegetarian, halal and allergy needs early; complete exclusion of cross-contact is not guaranteed.
Request a date- and party-specific quote, optionally in CNY with indicative USD. Itemise local transport, guide, stays, admissions, meals and transfers; check flights, visas, insurance, personal costs and delays separately. No fixed fare or available seats are claimed.
Request this itinerary →Documents & altitude preparation
Requirements differ by nationality and document, including mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and foreign travellers. Verify Chinese entry, Tibet and border-route approvals before committing. Report illness promptly, avoid further ascent while unwell and obtain medical assistance for severe or persistent symptoms.
Read the travel preparation guide →CDC · Travel to High Altitudes
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Sights along the journey
All tour prices exclude return flights between your point of origin and the local tour meeting and departure points. Air tickets are arranged and paid for separately.