Golden Week, 1–7 October: trains, hotels and Jade Dragon tickets sell out. If you can, start your trip after 8 October. Updated 25 Sep

Skip Pudacuo National Park in winter
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Skip Pudacuo National Park in winter

East of Shangri-La town

Forest boardwalks, alpine lakes and meadows reached by a compulsory park bus. It can be lovely in summer and autumn, but in winter the ticket buys you frozen, brown scenery and a lot of bus time.

What locals sayReviews widely say a winter visit wasn't worth the price.
Cost
About ¥138 including the park bus
Time
Half day
In Chinese
普达措国家公园

Based on what locals and regular visitors share, checked against current sources · Updated September 2026. Details change — check opening times locally.