4-Day Tiger Leaping Gorge and Baoshan Stone Village Hiking Tour

4-Day Tiger Leaping Gorge and Baoshan Stone Village Hiking Tour

Secrets of the Yangtze

The great mountain ranges in the western corner of Yunnan create incredible scenery, attracting hikers to explore. The Haba Mountain and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain massifs, which rise to more than 5,000 meters (16,000 feet) above sea level, narrow the Jinsha (upper Yangtze) River and create one of the most magnificent gorges in China.

In this 4-day adventure tour, hike through Tiger Leaping Gorge and the enigmatic Stone Village, uncovering hidden gems along the Jinsha River.

Utilize our complimentary itinerary planning service to design your inaugural Lijiang adventure and embark on a memorable journey with us.

Suggested 4-Day Lijiang Hiking Tour

Day Highlights
1-2
Tiger Leaping Gorge
Trek the Highway 
3-4
Baocheng Stone Village
Stone Village Awaits

Lijiang Hiking Tour Map

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4-Day Tiger Leaping Gorge and Baoshan Stone Village Hiking Tour

Tour ‘Wow’ Points

Trek Highway Route

Ascend the challenging 28 Bends trail, a 15-kilometer trek offering breathtaking panoramic views of the gorge and rushing river against the backdrop of the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Essence of Tiger Leaping Gorge — Upper Trekking Route
Essence of Tiger Leaping Gorge — Upper Trekking Route

Visit a Castle on the Cliff

Explore the Stone Village and marvel at their ingenuity in transforming stone into everything from stairs to beds, showcasing their deep connection to their environment.

Visit a Castle on the Cliff — Baoshan Stone Village
Visit a Castle on the Cliff — Baoshan Stone Village

China Highlights’ Special Discovery Experience

Discover the best-kept secret of the Jinsha River. Hike to find an exclusive view, which is not seen by most visitors.

hiking in the gorge

Enjoy a beer (or soft drink) prepared by us on Halfway Guesthouse’s viewing terrace for a beautiful sunset experience.

China Highlights' Special Discovery Experience

Itinerary Quick Look

This is a sample itinerary. Feel free to let us know what you’d like to see and do, and we’ll create a personalized tour just for you.

DAY 1Tiger Leaping Gorge | Highway Section
Lunch

We’ll start our adventure with a scenic drive from your Lijiang hotel to Qiaotou Town, the gateway to Tiger Leaping Gorge. Our first-day hike covers approximately 15 kilometers, taking us about 5 hours to reach Halfway Guesthouse.

Our hike starts at Naxi Family Guesthouse and takes you up the challenging 28 Bends, a 2-hour climb leading to a spectacular Lookout Point.

Continue your trek for another 2-3 hours until we reach Halfway Guesthouse, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the Jinsha River.

DAY 2Tiger Leaping Gorge to Baoshan | A Scenic Transfer
Breakfast & Lunch

Start your day with a refreshing hike down to Tina’s Guesthouse. This 2-hour trek takes you through the picturesque Guanyin Waterfall and offers breathtaking canyon views.

Enjoy a private transfer to the pier and a scenic river crossing to Daju Town. From there, we’ll embark on a 3-hour journey to the picturesque Baoshan Stone Village.

Reach Baoshan, an engineering marvel, is perched on a massive, half-square-kilometer boulder surrounded by sheer cliffs. Despite its small scale, the town is a colossal sculpture carved into the rock face, harmonizing with its natural setting. Spend the night in the village.

DAY 3Baoshan | Cliff Village Awaits
Breakfast & Lunch

Explore Baoshan Stone Village, hike the terraced fields, and climb over the ridge to find the incredible Taiziguan (‘Prince Pass’), which will make you exclaim “Wow.” The Jinsha River is calm in this section, like a beautiful ribbon. The huge mountains dive into the river and form a narrow gorge, and the Jinsha River flows towards you from this perilous pass. Why is it called ‘Prince Pass’? Let your guide reveal the answer.

Discover this unique village at your own pace during your free time, then enjoy another overnight stay within its charming confines.

DAY 4Baoshan to Lijiang
Breakfast

Utilize your last bit of free time for one more discovery before your guide and driver pick you up for the Lijiang hotel transfer.

Hotel Selection

—The Icing on the Cake

Guest houses are recommended to enrich your travel experience.

the courtyard of the hotel
the bedroom of the hotel
FromUS$969 p/p Based on a private tour for 2 people. Price varies depending on program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel.

Price includes:

  • Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
  • English-speaking hiking guide
  • Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
  • A 24/7 helpline is available throughout your trip

Tour code: lj-3

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