The experience
A private journey with time to look closer.
The Tiger Leaping Gorge High Trail is one of Yunnan's defining mountain experiences. Over two days, we walk through dramatic gorge scenery, stay at a local guesthouse and leave enough time to rest, talk and take in the landscape. The pace is considered, but this is still a genuine mountain trek requiring suitable fitness and footwear.
Ideal forActive travelers comfortable with several hours on mountain paths, including uphill and downhill sections, who value scenery over speed.
Day 1 · Enter the high trail
Qiaotou to Halfway Guesthouse
- Early pickup from Lijiang or Shangri-La
- Drive to Qiaotou and prepare for the trail
- Hike the upper trail with a lunch and rest stop
- Continue through the gorge at an unhurried pace
- Arrive at Halfway Guesthouse for dinner and an overnight stay
Day 2 · Gorge views & descent
Halfway Guesthouse toward Teacher Zhang's
- Breakfast followed by a morning start on the trail
- Hike toward Teacher Zhang's Guesthouse with rest stops
- Optional viewpoint depending on weather, trail conditions and energy
- Descend to meet the private vehicle
- Return to your Lijiang or Shangri-La accommodation
Timing and order may adjust for weather, ticket availability, local conditions and your preferred pace.