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Hiker walking across a green hillside with grazing cows below during a Yi and Naxi village trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
Hikers pausing on a rural trail with mountains in the distance near Lijiang during a Yi & Naxi village trek
Naxi-style meal spread on a guesthouse table in Lijiang, with bowls of rice, vegetables, and stir-fry for the 2D1N trek
Outdoor meal preparation at a Lijiang village guesthouse during the Yi & Naxi trek, with travellers cooking beside baskets and tea
Rustic Lijiang village house with dried chillies hanging under the tiled eaves, capturing everyday life on the Yi & Naxi trek
Two travellers walking a stone courtyard in Lijiang, passing flowering trees beside a traditional wooden door during the trek
Traditional guesthouse kitchen in Lijiang, with a local cook stirring a pan on the stove during the Yi & Naxi trek stay
Hiker walking across a green hillside with grazing cows below during a Yi and Naxi village trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
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Hiker walking across a green hillside with grazing cows below during a Yi and Naxi village trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
Hikers pausing on a rural trail with mountains in the distance near Lijiang during a Yi & Naxi village trek
Naxi-style meal spread on a guesthouse table in Lijiang, with bowls of rice, vegetables, and stir-fry for the 2D1N trek
Outdoor meal preparation at a Lijiang village guesthouse during the Yi & Naxi trek, with travellers cooking beside baskets and tea
Hiker walking across a green hillside with grazing cows below during a Yi and Naxi village trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
Hikers pausing on a rural trail with mountains in the distance near Lijiang during a Yi & Naxi village trek
Naxi-style meal spread on a guesthouse table in Lijiang, with bowls of rice, vegetables, and stir-fry for the 2D1N trek
Outdoor meal preparation at a Lijiang village guesthouse during the Yi & Naxi trek, with travellers cooking beside baskets and tea
Rustic Lijiang village house with dried chillies hanging under the tiled eaves, capturing everyday life on the Yi & Naxi trek
Two travellers walking a stone courtyard in Lijiang, passing flowering trees beside a traditional wooden door during the trek
Traditional guesthouse kitchen in Lijiang, with a local cook stirring a pan on the stove during the Yi & Naxi trek stay
Traveller sitting on a grassy lookout above terraced countryside around Lijiang, Yunnan, on a Yi and Naxi village trek
Local villagers carrying a woven bundle through a dry field on a Yi and Naxi village trek, Lijiang, Yunnan
Traditional Naxi-style guesthouse entrance in Lijiang, Yunnan, with red door panels, ornate carvings and tiled roof eaves
Three guests seated indoors around a shared meal with red cups at a Lijiang guesthouse during a Yi & Naxi village trek
Traditionally dressed villagers carrying firewood at a countryside guesthouse in Lijiang during a Yi & Naxi village trek
People warming by a wood-fired stove with pots in a guesthouse kitchen in Lijiang during the Yi & Naxi village trek
Walkway in a courtyard as trekkers head from a village house towards the mountains near Lijiang on the Yi & Naxi trek
Orange-jacketed traveller reaching for food at a table in a shaded guesthouse courtyard in Lijiang during the village trek
Traveller walking along a narrow lane in a Lijiang village, with traditional walls and distant rooftops on the Yi & Naxi trek
Group chatting around a tea setup on patterned mats inside a guesthouse in Lijiang during the Yi & Naxi village trek
Lijiang countryside on a Yi & Naxi village trek, where goats graze on a dry meadow beneath forested hills on a clear day
Motorbike with wooden side trailer on a quiet road through Lijiang countryside during a Yi & Naxi village trek
Blossoming branches against a clear blue sky, framing a quiet Lijiang Yi/Naxi village landscape in spring
Guesthouse lounge in Lijiang with woven chairs, wooden tables, and a service counter by large windows, included in the stay
Backpackers trekking along a rural path outside Lijiang, with hazy mountains and a broad valley stretching in the distance
Blossoming trees and wild greenery along a hillside trail above Lijiang, with distant mountains and an open valley view
Long covered village market lane with stall tables of packaged goods and fruit, during a guesthouse stay trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
Scenic pine hillside above a grassy valley near Lijiang, Yunnan, with a black dog on a Yi & Naxi village trek itinerary
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2D1N Naxi Family Homestay in Lijiang | Forest Hikes & Village Life

Live with local families in Yunnan's countryside
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Up to 4 guests
DURATION
2 days 1 night
Booking type
Private trip
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Free pick-up
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Up to 4 guests
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2D1N Lijiang homestay with a Naxi family in the mountains of Yunnan
If you want to experience Lijiang like a local and discover its quieter, deeper side, there's no better way than staying in a family homestay.Over two days, you'll be welcomed into the homes of Naxi hosts, who'll introduce you to the traditions and everyday life of the Naxi and Yi minority peoples. Share home-cooked meals, visit neighbouring villages, and spend time with families as you experience a side of Yunnan that most travellers never get to see.Between cultural experiences, you'll hike through pristine forests and mountain landscapes, discovering why this corner of Yunnan is as breathtaking as it is culturally rich.Ideal for curious travellers, nature lovers, and those looking to go deeper. More than just a homestay, this is a chance to slow down, build genuine connections, and experience Yunnan's countryside that larger tours often miss.What to ExpectExplore quiet Naxi villages, farmland, and fruit orchards on scenic walks and drivesLearn about Naxi, Yi, and Tibetan cultures through homestays and guided visitsHike in pristine forests with views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow MountainParticipate in local farm work and enjoy authentic meals prepared with villagersSpend the night in traditional homestay or guesthouse for a genuine local experienceGood to KnowWalks of up to 2 hours over uneven terrain; some steep sections require basic fitnessAccommodation is simple and comfortable, emphasising authenticity over luxuryVisits include Tibetan temples and Yi villages, providing cultural insights and personal interactionsActivities may be adjusted for weather conditions

Experience highlights

Two travellers walking a stone courtyard in Lijiang, passing flowering trees beside a traditional wooden door during the trek
Stay in a cosy local homestay
Hikers pausing on a rural trail with mountains in the distance near Lijiang during a Yi & Naxi village trek
With local villagers as your guides
Traditional guesthouse kitchen in Lijiang, with a local cook stirring a pan on the stove during the Yi & Naxi trek stay
Learn about Naxi, Yi & Tibetan culture
Hiker walking across a green hillside with grazing cows below during a Yi and Naxi village trek in Lijiang, Yunnan
Fruit orchards and farmland visits
Hiker with a sun hat and backpack looking over stepped green terraces in Lijiang during the Yi & Naxi village trek in Yunnan
Walk through quiet mountain villages
Pristine forests with hidden views
Pristine forests with hidden views
Naxi-style meal spread on a guesthouse table in Lijiang, with bowls of rice, vegetables, and stir-fry for the 2D1N trek
Share home-cooked meals together
People warming by a wood-fired stove with pots in a guesthouse kitchen in Lijiang during the Yi & Naxi village trek
Spend time with local families

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Lijiang old town, Lashi Lake, Tibetan temple, farming experience, local dinner

Day 2:

Mountain drive with scenic views, forest walk, Yi village visit, return to Lijiang
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What’s Included

Accommodation in a local guesthouse or homestay
Guided exploration of the local Naxi and Yi Village
Visit to Tibetan Buddhism Temple
Sightseeing of farmland, fruit gardens, lake and forest
Lunch
Hiking through virgin forest and mountain views
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Who you’re supporting

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Community Champion

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Women-led Wonder

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Where You’ll Sleep

Guesthouse stay included on a Yi & Naxi village trek in Lijiang: made bed with decorative covers and warm wooden room details by the door

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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Your hotel in Lijiang(Lijiang, China)
  • 08:00am

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

08:00AM on Day 1 - 03:00PM on Day 2

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.

  • Reschedule Policy

    More than 30 days before your trip: You’ll receive a full refund (excluding transaction fees) 16–30 days before your trip: You’ll receive a 50% refund (excluding transaction fees) 15 days or less before your trip: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer a refund

What to Pack

  • Comfortable walking/ hiking shoes
  • Hat/ cap
  • Light daypack with snacks
  • Suncreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle
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Lijiang Xintuo Ecotourism is a small, community-run company founded by Lily, a Naxi local from Yunnan. After more than 10 years working as a tour guide across China, she returned home to Lijiang with the hope of sharing her hometown and culture with travellers in a more meaningful way. Lily and her local guides lead trips beyond the busy parts of Lijiang to quieter villages and landscapes. With her local roots and connections, Lily brings travellers to places that remain largely untouched by mass tourism. Through these journeys, she hopes to help preserve the traditions and way of life of Yunnan’s local communities while creating opportunities for them to benefit from tourism.
Experience: 11 years
Speaks: Basic English, Fluent English
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