I plan to be there July 9 - 13. I would like to hike up from the base (N peak) and see the five peaks.

Is it possible to get a map of the trails before I arrive?
My plan is to arrive in the afternoon, walk up the stairs for a few hours, bivouac overnight and then carry on the next day, catching the gondola down on the way back. Is that possible?

Which bus is the best to catch? I am staying at the Hotel Providence in Xian.

What sort of weather temperatures should I expect at this time of year?


Thanks for any help you can offer.


jd :)