2025 Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

#cablecars Jade Dragon Snow Mountain offers three cable cars: the Large Cableway (also known as the Glacier Cableway), the Middle Cableway (Maoniuping Cableway), and the Small Cableway (Yunshanping Cableway). I had the chance to ride the Glacier Cableway, which took me straight to Glacier Park at the top of Yulong Snow Mountain. This is the highest scenic spot, sitting at over 4,500 meters! The cable car station starts at 3,356 meters and climbs all the way to 4,506 meters. The ride itself is about 10 to 15 minutes long, and each cable car holds up to six people. The views are absolutely breathtaking—truly stunning. For safety reasons, the cable car only operates in good weather. At the top, you'll find a restaurant, snack store, gift shop, restrooms, and plenty of space to sit and relax. If you're in good health and don’t have any heart conditions or high blood pressure, I highly recommend taking this cable car to the top. You won’t regret it! . #lijiang #chinatravel #yulongsnowmountain #yunnan

#fallingforfall Many Singaporeans love to travel to other countries which have fall season. This is because they want to experience the cool weather which they cannot experience in Singapore. I am one of them. My friends and I signed up with a travel agency to to travel to Yunnan. Yulong Snow Mountain (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain) is one of the places we went to visit. Visiting snow Mountain is always one of my favourite activities. The snow mountain looked so majestic. It always gave me a calm feeling when seeing snow mountains. Later, we went to see a show where the snow mountain formed the background. It was a very unique experience.

#Mainland Travel Lijiang, Yunnan, China is a world-famous tourist resort city. Every day, thousands of tourists come here for sightseeing and vacation. There are many scenic spots in Lijiang. This time I will introduce a very famous local attraction: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area. The Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area includes: Ganhaizi Rizhao Jinshan Viewing Point, Yunshanping, Yulong Snow Mountain, Blue Moon Valley, Yakping and other attractions. A 100 yuan entrance fee (ticket) is required to enter the scenic area. Yulong Snow Mountain Cableway Ticket + Sightseeing Bus Ticket ¥140 Yunshanping Cableway Ticket + Sightseeing Bus Ticket ¥60 Yakniuping Cableway Ticket + Sightseeing Bus Ticket ¥65 Children and other people who are eligible for the discount must purchase at the on-site window You must check in according to the time period. The check-in time cannot be advanced, but can be 30 minutes later than the purchased time period. You can check in normally within this 60 minutes (for example, if the purchased time period is 10:00-10:29, you must check in at Ticket checking should be completed between 10:00-10:59). If the ticket is not checked before the time period, it will be considered as late. Those who are late due to personal reasons will be arranged to check in and board during the 15:30-16:15 period. Ticket checking service will be stopped after 16:15.

Day 1: Travel from Thailand to Lijiang ✈️🇨🇳 Walk around the night market in Lijiang Old Town. There are many souvenirs, food, local products and various products for sale. You can walk all night. This place is famous for its delicious yak meat, lamb meat and barbecue. 🐑 Day 2: Travel to Zhongdian or Shangri-La by high-speed train 🚄 or bus 🚌. When you arrive, check in to your accommodation in Shangri-La Old Town, which has many shops and stores. It is easy to find food. The night atmosphere in the city is beautifully lit. Then, stop by Dafo Temple, which has the world's largest prayer wheel. Day 3: Rent a local car and buy a 1-day tour. They will take you to various snowy mountains. We chose to go to 2 mountains: Shika Snow Mountain 🏔️ and Meili Snow Mountain 🏔️ Day 4: Go to Songzhanlin Temple, which is an ancient and famous temple in Shangri-La. Then take a car back to Lijiang Day 5: Travel in Lijiang by chartering a car, buying local tours such as Yulong Snow Mountain 🏔️ Watch the Impressions of Lijiang show, Blue Moon Valley (Lanyue Gu) 🏞️ Day 6 Go to Black Dragon Park ⛰️ and travel back to Thailand ✈️🇹🇭 #TravelChina #PlanTravelChina #PlanTravelLongHoliday

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, an unclimbed virgin peak that towers over Lijiang, Yunnan, China The summit is the southernmost point in the Northern Hemisphere, with glaciers and perpetual snow, and the highest peak is 5,546m above sea level. It is a majestic mountain range with 13 peaks. It is a sacred mountain for the Naxi ethnic minority who live in this area, and is registered as a World Heritage Site as a scenic area of ​​the highest rank 5A in China and as a component heritage of the Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area. The biggest attractions of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain are The spectacular glacier panorama can be seen up close and The ropeway can take you to 4,506m above Mount Fuji in one go. This kind of experience cannot be experienced in Japan. It seems that it is common to go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from Lijiang city on a local tour. 📍Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (玉龙雪山) Yulong Snow Mountain Mountain Location: Yulongnaxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province (Lijiang City, Yunnan Province) #Let's go to China #China #Yunnan #Spectacular views #World heritage sites

March is considered the end of winter in China. Some years, the snow may start to thin out because the weather is warmer. But this year, we were lucky. It snowed in early March, allowing us to see fluffy snow on the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. It was so beautiful. On the day we went, there was sunlight alternating with fog floating on the mountaintop. It was a view that was much more beautiful than we expected. 🥹🫶🏻❄️ Date: 4/3/2025 (Today is the first day of the long holiday for Lijiang people. They will be closed for a total of 5 days, so there were a lot of people. The queue to get on the cable car was quite long. If you are coming at the beginning of the month, plan well.) Time: 10:00 a.m. (We chose to take the cable car at this time because we wanted to see the sunrise at Yun Yang Ting Cafe first. Note: The cable car has a specific time. You must be on time or no more than 30 minutes late according to the time on the ticket.) Time to stay up there: About 3-4 hours Essentials 📍 - Canned oxygen (you will definitely need it because the air is very thin) - Chocolate (eat to recharge) - Full set of winter gear! Coats, gloves, scarves, hats because it's so cold up there 🥶 - Cameras, I want to take pictures from every angle because it's so beautiful 🥶 Additional tips✨ - The guide recommends taking the cable car no later than 10:00 AM because the wind may be strong in the morning and the cable car may not be up. - It's easier to book tickets through an agent and get tickets for sure. - Keep your body warm and move slowly to avoid dizziness. - To come to Lijiang, you can book train tickets on Trip. It's super easy 🥰 💰Average price per person: Cable car ticket and Blue Moon 480 yuan/person 🗓️Travel planning: It's not long to take a car from Lijiang city, about 1 hour (or you may not arrive if there's no traffic). #TravelChina

#WinterTravel 📍Yulong Snow Mountain The southern ridge of the Himalayas The tip of Yulong Snow Mountain🏔️ Before going to Yulong Snow Mountain, you must prepare for altitude sickness in advance and bring oxygen tanks. Lijiang itself is a mountainous area, but if you don't adapt, you may get a headache and short of breath as you quickly go up to over 4,500m above sea level by cable car.! Yulong Snow Mountain is full of snow-covered mountains, blue skies, and the charm of splendid nature. If you go to Lijiang, be sure to visit Yulong Snow Mountain covered in white snow!

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: Where nature's grandeur meets cultural charm. ⛰️✨ #YunnanTravel #Adventure" #travel #

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province: an extremely beautiful wonder of nature. The blue sky is reflected on the green lake, blending together to form a natural wonder. The spectacular snow-capped mountain, at an altitude of four to five thousand meters, is worthy of being the highest peak in southern China. With such natural beauty, it's no wonder that thousands of tourists visit this place every year.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain towers over Lijiang, Yunnan, China. Its highest peak is 5,546m above sea level, and the summit is home to the southernmost glacier and perpetual snow in the Northern Hemisphere. It is also a 5A-class scenic spot in China. It is also registered as part of the World Heritage Site "Yunnan Three Parallel Rivers Conservation Area". It is a sacred mountain for the Naxi ethnic minority who have lived in this area for a long time, and it is said to be an unclimbed virgin peak due to the strict mountain entry restrictions that have been imposed until now. The advantage of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is that you can take a ropeway all the way to 4,506m, which is higher than Mount Fuji. The ropeway is 2,968m long, and it takes about 10 minutes to climb 1,150m to the terminal station, making it the second highest in the world after Venezuela. Be careful, as the altitude increases all at once, and you may become deprived of oxygen due to the thin oxygen, which makes you susceptible to altitude sickness! Many people were sitting on the steps of the promenade. Even if you endure the hardships, the view from 4500m above sea level is a magnificent sight! #tripoverseastravel #China #amazingview #worldheritagesite

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (玉龙雪山), located near Lijiang in Yunnan, is a breathtaking destination that combines dramatic natural beauty with rich cultural heritage. Towering over 5,000 meters, this mountain isn’t just a stunning backdrop – it’s an adventure-packed spot perfect for travelers seeking both scenic views and unique experiences. 🌨️ 🌟 Top Attractions: Glacier Park (冰川公园): Take a cable car up to 4,680m and get an up-close view of ancient glaciers. The panoramic views at the top are absolutely worth the journey. 🏔️ Blue Moon Valley (蓝月谷): Walk around striking turquoise lakes surrounded by lush mountains. It’s a picture-perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers. 💙📸 Impression Lijiang Show (印象丽江): Directed by Zhang Yimou, this outdoor performance features the traditions, myths, and dances of the Naxi people, set against the stunning backdrop of the mountains. 🎭 🎟️ Ticket Information: Entry Ticket: ¥100 per person Glacier Park Cable Car: ¥180 per person (one-way) Environmental Protection Bus: ¥20 per person (mandatory) Impression Lijiang Show: ¥280+ depending on seating 💡 Tips for Your Trip: Altitude Alert: At high altitudes, some may experience dizziness or shortness of breath. Take it slow and bring an oxygen canister, which you can purchase at local shops near the base or in Lijiang. 🫁 Best Time to Visit: October to May is ideal for clear skies and snow-capped peaks. If you want a mix of snow and greenery, spring is a great option! 🌼❄️ What to Wear: Layer up! Even in warmer months, the summit can get icy cold. Don’t forget gloves, a scarf, and comfortable walking shoes. 🧥🧤 Crowd Management: Arrive early to avoid long queues for the cable car, especially during peak seasons. —— Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is more than just a mountain – it’s a place where nature and culture meet to create a magical experience. Whether you’re chasing breathtaking views, exploring Naxi traditions, or simply enjoying the crisp mountain air, this destination is truly unforgettable. 🏞️💫 #JadeDragonSnowMountain #LijiangTravel #YunnanAdventures #ChinaTravel #NatureWonders #MustVisit

Naejangsan Mountain late autumn foliage Uhwajeong

#yunan #yulongsnowmountain Yulong Snow Mountain October 30th was the first day of normal operation of the Yulong Snow Mountain Glacier Park Cableway, because it was suspended from October 21st to 29th. The driver helped us book the Glacier Park Cableway from 7-7.30 in the morning. We set off from the hotel at 6 o'clock in the morning, and took us to buy legal oxygen cylinders, 1 altitude sickness medicine for drinking on the flat ground and 1 altitude sickness medicine for drinking at 3360 altitude on the large cableway. The 4 of us bought three oxygen cylinders and one altitude sickness medicine for each person. A total of 🟰581rmb. In fact, it is recommended to buy two oxygen cylinders. Because the 4 of us can't use up 2. The temperature in the morning was only 3 degrees. Very cold🥶 After checking the ticket🎫, I took the bus🚌 to the 3360 altitude cableway, and then entered the Yulong Snow Mountain Cableway Station to take the cableway to 4506 altitude. The temperature in the morning was only 3 degrees. Very cold🥶. Then we slowly walked up more than a thousand steps to 4680 meters above sea level. Don't walk too fast or you will be short of oxygen and dizzy. The sun in the morning is better and you can see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. After that, there are a lot of clouds☁️ and the sun is too hot to see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

This mountain is really beautiful in person ,unfortunately there is no snow because i went there during summer season, the location is great and the service there is great

I can't wait to write this diary entry. There aren't enough photos to express how much I love Lijiang, leisurely strolling and stopping without ever needing to rush.~ This time, the main goal is to rest well and breathe in plenty of oxygen, not wanting to be a special forces soldier anymore~ We booked a stay at the Stone House Snow Mountain Resort near Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, choosing a snow mountain view king room. Facing the snow mountain, if lucky, you wake up to the sight of the sun shining on the golden mountain, which is such a blissful and romantic thing, isn't it? The hotel includes many free activities, and the service is 1V1, very private and thoughtful. On the first day, we went to Yuhu Village, a 15-minute walk away, or you can ask the hotel to provide a shuttle. The hotel staff are all very, very nice, with excellent and attentive service. I really like them. Yuhu Village has a great coffee shop, which is also a photo check-in hotspot. Coffee shop name: Qishi Coffee Tomorrow we will participate in the hotel's horse riding activity, which I am most looking forward to. So far, the experience has been great, highly recommended, a perfect place for recuperation. You can also bring your family and kids to enjoy various picking and DIY craft activities. In the evening, the hotel's large lawn will host a bonfire event, no matter if you're an introvert or extrovert, everyone should start singing~ Hahaha, just let loose

#chinatrip Yunnan being the southern province of China is full of scenic spot, and in the town of Lijiang, The Yu Long Snow Mountain is one of the best place to visit. It's highest peak is 4636 meters from sea level. From the mountain leg, you are able to see the golden rays glittering when the sun shines upon the various peaks, and you take the cable car to the station 4506 meters from sea level. From there everybody will be given an oxygen can as the oxygen level is very low, you gets fatigue very easily without it. We managed to hike up to the 4636 meters spot after some tiring hike. The view is magnificient from the spot. I will definitely visit again when I visit Lijiang.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, Yunnan🏔️

#freehotelstay I success went up to Yulong Snow mountain - with minimum use of Oxygen! Special feeling walking up in high altitude and cold weather ! From bus , cable car and walk , it took roughly 4 hours , down by 12pm and went to blue lake … many couple took wedding picture at this area , the view is magnificent #yulongsnowmountain