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Ferme Liotard guest house in Shangri-La with Tibetan-style architecture and views over a high-altitude mountain valley
Mule caravan crossing a grassy slope in Shangri-La’s remote valleys, with Mission Liotard’s trek companion walking ahead
Outdoor caravan dining table with cured meats, olives and grilled bread squares, set up beside a camping stove in Shangri-La
Decorated Tibetan courtyard doorway with prayer flags at Mission Liotard in Shangri-La, Yunnan, offering a cultural resting stop
Ornate wooden corridor inside a traditional Tibetan lodge in Shangri-La, with carved panels, benches and a mounted animal skull
Ferme Liotard courtyard with traditional wooden buildings, evening lights, and outdoor dining chairs beside a white umbrella
Aerial view of a shallow river in China with animals crossing through a golden autumn forest
Ferme Liotard guest house in Shangri-La with Tibetan-style architecture and views over a high-altitude mountain valley
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Ferme Liotard guest house in Shangri-La with Tibetan-style architecture and views over a high-altitude mountain valley
Mule caravan crossing a grassy slope in Shangri-La’s remote valleys, with Mission Liotard’s trek companion walking ahead
Outdoor caravan dining table with cured meats, olives and grilled bread squares, set up beside a camping stove in Shangri-La
Decorated Tibetan courtyard doorway with prayer flags at Mission Liotard in Shangri-La, Yunnan, offering a cultural resting stop
Ferme Liotard guest house in Shangri-La with Tibetan-style architecture and views over a high-altitude mountain valley
Mule caravan crossing a grassy slope in Shangri-La’s remote valleys, with Mission Liotard’s trek companion walking ahead
Outdoor caravan dining table with cured meats, olives and grilled bread squares, set up beside a camping stove in Shangri-La
Decorated Tibetan courtyard doorway with prayer flags at Mission Liotard in Shangri-La, Yunnan, offering a cultural resting stop
Ornate wooden corridor inside a traditional Tibetan lodge in Shangri-La, with carved panels, benches and a mounted animal skull
Ferme Liotard courtyard with traditional wooden buildings, evening lights, and outdoor dining chairs beside a white umbrella
Aerial view of a shallow river in China with animals crossing through a golden autumn forest
A traveller leading a pack horse across a grassy valley during a Mission Liotard Tea Horse caravan trek near Shangri-La
Sheep grazing across a lush green pasture in Shangri-La under cloudy skies, with dark forested mountains in the distance
Cows grazing across a green pasture in a high-altitude Tibetan mountain valley near Shangri-La, Yunnan, with forested hills at dusk
Plate of grilled meat and herbs on a candlelit table with wine glasses during a camp dinner in Shangri-La valley
Rows of dried thatch and hay hanging on rustic wooden racks outside a valley campsite near Shangri-La on a trek
Whitewashed Tibetan outbuilding with a carved wooden door under blue sky, with tall reeds beside it in Shangri-La
Herd of yaks grazing beside a shallow stream in a high-altitude valley near Shangri-La during a Tibetan Valley day trek

Tibetan Valley Day Trek | Picnic Lunch & 3-Course Dinner

Slow day through Tibetan valleys & village life
4.9
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Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
8 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
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Free pick-up
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Tibetan valley life, pastoral culture, picnic and mountain dinner
This is the Shangri-La many travellers come searching for: wide-open valleys, grazing yaks, traditional Tibetan villages, and mountain views in every direction. Just less than an hour outside town lies Ringha Valley, a landscape of barley fields, grazing yaks, winding rivers, and traditional Tibetan villages set against a backdrop of mountains. While many visitors stay within the old town, Ringha offers a glimpse into the slower, pastoral way of life that continues to shape this region today.Rather than simply passing through, you'll spend the day walking village trails and open grasslands, visiting Tibetan homes and a local temple while learning about the customs, architecture, and daily rhythms of life in the highlands. Along the way, you'll also discover how the wider Tea Horse Road heritage helped shape the culture of this region.The day ends at Ferme Liotard, a restored Tibetan farmhouse where you'll enjoy a French-inspired 3-course dinner made with local ingredients from the valley. The result is a thoughtful blend of Tibetan hospitality, mountain produce, and French culinary influence.What to Expect• Guided walk through Ringha Valley, one of the most scenic pastoral landscapes near Shangri-La• Trek through barley fields, rivers, open grasslands, and traditional Tibetan villages• Learn about Tibetan culture, architecture, farming, and everyday life in the highlands• Visit a local temple that continues to play an important role in the community• Picnic lunch surrounded by mountain scenery• Visit traditional Tibetan homes and gain insights into village life• Enjoy a French-inspired 3-course dinner at the restored Ferme Liotard farmhouse• Stunning views of grazing yaks, mountain valleys, and wide-open Tibetan landscapes throughout the dayGood to Know• Moderate walking is involved on village trails and uneven terrain• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended• Weather in Shangri-La can change quickly, so warm layers and sun protection are recommended• The experience takes place at altitude, approximately 3,200m above sea level

Experience highlights

Ferme Liotard guest house in Shangri-La with Tibetan-style architecture and views over a high-altitude mountain valley
Walk through old Tibetan villages
Cows grazing across a green pasture in a high-altitude Tibetan mountain valley near Shangri-La, Yunnan, with forested hills at dusk
Trek quiet trails with mountain views
Outdoor caravan dining table with cured meats, olives and grilled bread squares, set up beside a camping stove in Shangri-La
Picnic in Ringha Valley
Visitors pause at the 大觉寺 gate on a Tibetan Valley Day Trek with Mission Liotard near Shangri-La in Yunnan’s forest
Explore a temple important to locals
Plate of grilled meat and herbs on a candlelit table with wine glasses during a camp dinner in Shangri-La valley
French 3-course dinner in the valley
Ornate wooden corridor inside a traditional Tibetan lodge in Shangri-La, with carved panels, benches and a mounted animal skull
End the day at a 50-year-old farmhouse

What You’ll be Doing

A full-day immersion in Ringha Valley, exploring Tibetan homes, sacred temples, and pastoral mountain life, ending with a dinner in a remote farmhouse setting.
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What’s Included

Walk through Ringha Valley with a Tibetan guide
Local temple visit
Picnic lunch
3-course dinner
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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Shangri-La Town(Shangri-La City, China)
  • 10:00am

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
11:00AM - 07:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

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

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

What to Pack

  • Camera
  • Comfortable walking shoes or light hiking shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses (sun can be strong at altitude)
  • Light jacket or windbreaker
  • Personal expenses
  • Small daypack
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen and lip balm
  • Warm layers
  • Water bottle
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Mission Liotard is based in Shangri-La, in the northwest of Yunnan Province, near the border with Tibet. The area sits on the edge of the Himalayas and is known for its high-altitude landscapes and strong Tibetan cultural influence. Founded in 2010 by French writer and traveller Constantin de Slizewicz, the project grew out of his time exploring this remote region and the historic expedition routes that pass through it. The idea behind Mission Liotard is to share this landscape in a way that respects both the environment and local communities, while supporting the development of people living in these high-altitude valleys. The experiences are inspired by the old Tea Horse caravan routes, combining real outdoor exploration with a level of comfort in the wild. Each journey is supported by a mule caravan carrying supplies, making it possible to enjoy well-prepared meals and a comfortable camp even at high altitudes, while staying closely connected to the natural surroundings and local culture.
Experience: 16 years
Speaks: Basic English, Fluent English, Chinese, French
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