Private Tour
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the natural beauty of the Tiger Leaping Gorge, Haba Snow Mountain, and Baishui Terrace on a full-day scenic drive from Lijiang to Shangri-La.
Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in Lijiang and head to the Tiger Leaping Gorge.
Pass the Haba Snow Mountain, the main peak of which is 5,396 meters above sea level.
See the Baishui Terrace, a natural limestone terrace that resembles a frozen waterfall.
Finally, visit the Songzanlin Monastery and the Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La.
Choose to return to Lijiang via highway or stay over at Shangri-La City
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customized Itinerary
Private Vehicle with Pickup/Dropoff
Private Guide (option)
Round Trip from Lijiang/Shangri-La or One-way Transfer between Lijiang and Shangri-La
Meals and beverages
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Admission Fees (Payment on entry if visiting)
Select a pickup point
Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Xia)
At the Tiger Leaping Gorge. Stand on the observation deck and see the towering peaks on both sides of the canyon reaching high into the clouds, steep and precipitous. Watch as the river surges in the narrow canyon, stirring up huge waves.
Haba Snow Mountain
Pass the Haba Snow Mountain, the main peak of which is 5,396 meters above sea level.
No Tour Guide
Private Vehicle
Pickup included
Tour Guide
Private Vehicle
Pickup included
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rong Yu Z,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I was a bit unsure at first because of the lack of reviews but this turned out to be our best decision in Lijiang. The team was very organised and made sure we were where we needed to be be during the day. Our driver was incredibly skilled and very friendly. He even helped us buy tickets for the gorge and showed us all the best photography spots. Ill be reccomending this to all my friends who go to Lijiang jn the future.



Richelle E,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
The tour company reached out to us promptly and we decided to depart at 0730 which turned out to be a great decision as we beat many tour buses to the locations and had a more peaceful experience. The scenery was phenomenal, our driver was easy to communicate with via translator apps. The car was clean, in good working order, and the driver made us feel safe with his driving. Overall great tour.
stephanie-yates,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was an incredible tour that was customised to my needs. My tour guide and driver were both so helpful and ensured plenty of extra stops at view points so I could fully experience the wonderful area. The company even arranged an earlier start time and dropped me to the airport afterwards, they were so obliging. 10/10 recommend!
Happy Mom Traveler,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The driver was professional, helpful and smoothly supported me on my journey. The car was very nice and comfortable. The travel agent also contacted us beforehand and communication was smooth. The sightseeing spots are so unique and beautiful, and they were some of the most memorable things on this trip. The view from the car on the way was also quite amazing and inspiring. I'm glad I booked this trip with this tour operator.








C3484CBroset,
Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were so happy and appreciate the services rendered by Jack our guide at the Lijiang province. Upon arrival we were in the ancient city and enjoying the beautiful sights when I dropped my glasses in one of the small river. Without hesitation he looked around and sensing that it is safe to retrieve, he went down to take. His shoes and pants were wet up to his knee level and he took it in his stride!! Amazing guy, not a word of complaint. That saved my entire trip as it will be a totally different experiences without my glasses. He is professional and took grest care of both my hudband and I who is in our 70s. Even on our free day, he asked to contact him should we need anything. Highly recommended guide and he will make your holiday safe and happy.

AiVee N,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
It is one of the best way to travel from Lijiang to Shangri-La. The White Water Terrace is definitely worth the extra miles (as you can't see this view anywhere in the world). The trip around the mountains are much better than through the high-way even though it is a faster route. You can take your time at the Tiger Leaping Gouge and White Water Terrace.
CurtisD9,
Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
As part of our honeymoon my wife and I were staying in Lijiang and decided on Greg's advice to take their scenic drive up to Shangri-la. We started out around 8am and our first stop was Tiger Leaping Gorge. There was a powerful amount of water coming through that gorge, and it felt energizing to even just be around it. It was also a good chance to get out of the vehicle and move around a little, as their are about 15 minutes of walking down to the gorge and back up. Next we continued on our way to Shangri-la. I loved seeing all of the wildlife on the way into the city. Yaks, cows, horse, and mountain goats are all up there in abundance. At 3300 meters up there was definitely a different feeling in the air. We had lunch near a market square, and then toured the temple next to the main market, before browsing the products and buying a number of gifts for friends back home. Before heading back to Lijiang we went to the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan, which was only about a 5 minute drive from the market. We spent almost two hours checking out as many of the different areas that we could. We even got to interact with some of the monks who live there which was cool. Our driver was punctual, well-informed, and pleasant to interact with. In the end I was very happy that we did this tour with Aether Tours and it was definitely one of the highlights of our honeymoon.🙏 Curtis Canada








aonlanitcham,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I was very impressed with him, he was more than the driver he bought my ticket and introduced me to everything I was hoping to see him again, he tried to communicate with me in every way I wanted him to keep up with this standard.
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