•  Group Size: 2 to 6 people

•  Elevation: Up to 4,900m

•  Start & endpoints: Departure from Gyalthang, and ends in Gyalthang, Yunnan.

• Average temperature: 15-25c

•  Best season: 1st June through end of Oct 

• Service includes: Full board service

• Trekking level: Challenging

HIGHLIGHTS:  

Trekking: 4 days of challenging trekking through remote trails, covering approximately 50 km.  

Cultural Significance: Explore the sacred Kawa Karpo, a revered pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhists. 

Scenic Beauty: Dramatic gorges, lush valleys, and panoramic views of the Himalayas.  

Camping Comfort: Enjoy freshly prepared meals, including vegetarian dinners and red wine, with top-quality camping gear.  

ITINERARY

DAY 1: Arrival in Gyalthang (Shangri-La)

Activities: Arrive in Gyalthang, meet your trekking team, and enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.  

Overnight: Gyalthang. 

DAY 2: Drive to Songpen Village

Activities: Scenic 4-5 hour drive through Jola Pass, with views of the Yangtze River gorges and Tibetan villages. Arrive at Songpen Village for a homestay experience.  

Overnight: Songpen Village. 

DAY 3: Trek Begins – Songpen Village to Zhuli

Activities: Trek 15 km through lush forests and crystal-clear streams, ascending from 3,100m to 3,600m. Camp under the stars.  

Overnight: Camping in Zhuli. 

DAY 4: Trek to Pojun Valley via Sangzong Pass  

Activities: Challenging ascent to Sangzong Pass (5,000m), with breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Descend to Pojun Valley for camping.  

Overnight: Camping in Pojun Valley.  

DAY 5: Summit Day – Zongri Pass (5,200m)

Activities: Trek 7 km to Zongri Pass, the highest point of the trek, with panoramic mountain views. Return to camp for a celebratory evening.  

Overnight: Camping in Pojun Valley.  

DAY 6: Final Trekking Day – Return to Songpen Village

Activities: Trek 14 km through ancient forests and verdant valleys back to Songpen Village. Celebrate the completion of your trek.  

Overnight: Songpen Village or nearby town.  

DAY 7: Return to Gyalthang and Departure

Activities: Drive back to Gyalthang, reflecting on your journey. Depart with unforgettable memories. 
 

TOUR & TREKKING COST:
2,580USD/ 18,615RMB per person (private arrangement/ tour size: 2-6 pp)
Inclusions

Full board camping service for the whole trekking period.

Guide and camping staff.

Cook and kitchen staff.

Porters with the camping equipment.

All staff and porters’ insurance.

Restricted area trekking permit.

Hotel & guest house.

Meals

Staff, porters, and equipment transportation from DAY 04-09.

Oxygen cylinder with mask and regulator for emergency use.

Hotel reservation.

Airport pickup and drop.

Welcome and farewell dinner.

Travel agency service surcharge
 

Exclusions

All kinds of beverages.

Personal trekking gear.

Staffs tips.

Airfare, airport tax,  train fare

Personal entrance fee for any sight on the tour ( payable on the spot )
 

TREKKING EQUIPMENT:                                         

Things that we prepare for the trek:

• Toilet papers.

• Wet tissue.

• Hand sanitiser.

• Quick-dry hand tower.

• Full camping equipment:

• Tents.

• Air mattresses for each person.

• Air pillow for each person.

• Camping lamps.

• Dining sets (table and chairs).

• Dining tent

• Toilet tent.

• All cooking equipment.

• Plates, cups, bowls, spoons, forks, tissues.

​Things that you need to prepare for the trek:

Clothes:

• Cap/hat (covers neck and face from Sun).

• Outdoor waterproof jacket.

• Fleece (for morning and evening temperature / 10c-15c).

• T-shirts, two (at least one long-sleeve for protection from Sun).

• Quick-dry trousers.

• Raincoat.

• Trekking boots (waterproof is the best option. If it’s brand new, pls wear them and get used).

• Cotton socks, two pairs.

Equipment:

• Backpack, 20-25L (for your daily items, raincoat, packed lunch, water bottle, backpack rain cover).

• Walking stick (1 for experienced trekker; 2 for beginner).

• Water bottle (pls bring 1 or 2. We will fill the water one time before the trekking each morning and carry it by us).

• Sunblock (SPF50+, PA+++).

• Lipstick for sunscreen and moisture.

• Sunglasses.

• Headlamp (for your personal use. We provide the camping lamp for each tent).

• Camera, and extra batteries for camera (no electricity during the trek).

• Power bank for your cell phone charges.

• Sleeping bag.