Yading: The Sacred Peaks
A slow, carefully acclimatized journey to Yading’s three sacred peaks. We drive rather than fly, sleep at increasing altitudes, and give the landscape the time it asks for. The reward is one of the most powerful mountain valleys in Asia.
The idea
A route with room to breathe.
A slow, carefully acclimatized journey to Yading’s three sacred peaks. We drive rather than fly, sleep at increasing altitudes, and give the landscape the time it asks for. The reward is one of the most powerful mountain valleys in Asia.
The route
Where it goes.
Day by day
A sketch of the days.
Arrive, settle in and eat a simple dinner. We check equipment and discuss the altitude plan.
Stay · Chengdu · boutique hotelWhat is included
The practical details.
Included
- 8 nights hotels and guesthouses
- Private vehicle and driver throughout
- Local guide in Yading
- Yading tickets, shuttles and park fees
- Daily breakfast and five selected meals
Not included
- International flights
- Domestic flight from DCY
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal spending
- Optional horse hire
This is a high-altitude journey: 3,700 m sleep, 4,600 m maximum. It is not suitable for travelers with serious heart or lung conditions. We may adjust the route if altitude symptoms appear.
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