[2025 Xiangyun Attraction] Travel Guide for Ancient Tea Horse Road (Updated Jul)

I stayed in Chamagodo for 2 days and 1 night, and the scenery was so beautiful, worthy of one of the world's top 3 trekking courses.

The Tea-Horse Road, which runs from Lijiang to Shangri-La, was once a trade route along which people transported tea leaves, salt, and horses. Tracking along this cobblestone road is more like a time-travel experience than a journey. In the morning mist, as you pass through old villages and cross quiet valleys, you will encounter scenery that has remained unchanged for hundreds of years. Small discoveries such as the simple smiles of local people you occasionally encounter and shrines standing on the mountainside add color to your journey. Depending on the route, the forest's expression changes as you gain altitude, and you may even see snow-capped mountains in the distance. The nostalgic scenery will remind you of the joy of walking. Tracking the Tea-Horse Road, where history and nature coexist in harmony, is a special experience that will not only satisfy your physical strength, but also your soul. Why not leave the hustle and bustle of the city and take a journey to quietly face yourself? #Let's go to China

#ChinaTravelMoment While trekking from Chamagodo to Zhongduoguanzan After passing the Halfway, there is a steep downhill road and a dirt forest road that continues again This section is less thrilling, but can be hard on the knees Occasionally, a herd of yaks, local village dogs, and a small waterfall appear to liven up the atmosphere #Chamagodo

#ChinaTravelMoment Trekking from Chamagodo to Zhongduo Guesthouse After walking for about 2 hours, you will come across the famous Halfway Guesthouse The cliff terrace view bathroom is a famous feature You can have coffee and a light meal here #Hodo Gorge Trekking Tip: If you rest here for about 30 minutes, your body and mind will feel much lighter.

#ChinaTravelMoment When you walk the trekking trail from Chamagodo to Jungdo-gaekjan, the narrow and dizzying cliff path begins in earnest. The left is a stone wall, and the right is a cliff. However, the path is relatively safely maintained. This section is the highlight of the trekking. The vertical cliff and the sound of the waterfall below the river echo together. #Chamagodo

#ChinaTravelMoment Trekking in Zhongduoguan from Chamagodo In the early morning, the fog flows down the valley It is a beautiful view that makes you feel like you are walking on top of it I am walking on top of the clouds... It is amazing and a smile naturally spreads across my face Feel the magnificent view #Hodogyeop Trekking

Transportation guide - self-driving, high-speed rail, and airplane Local attractions - Tea Horse Road tourist attractions Hotels - Yulong Yunting Hotel, Starway Hotel Food and restaurants - Zaishui Yifang Restaurant, Lashi Haimeizhiyuan Restaurant Shopping guide - Qinmin Eslite Member Store, Huimeijia Supermarket