8 Days Classic Tour to visit most famous Cities of Kunming Dali Lijiang and Shangri-La
This tour is a complete review of Yunnan. Travel to the popular cities including Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-la. Enjoy the highlights along the way no matter for scenery, local culture, history etc, all will open your eyes about Yunnan. Experience unique night train from Kunming to Dali, a trip on a train definitely adds more adventure, fresh experience and diversity to your trip. Grab your camera, pack your luggage and join us on this fascinating tour.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival in Kunming, Yunnan Provincial MuseumStop At: Yunnan Provincial Museum, No.6393 Guangfu Road, Kunming China
The tour guide and driver will pick you up from Kunming airport then take you to visit Yunnan Provincial Museum to know Yunnan's history and the rich ethnic culture.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Stone Forest, Kunming to Dali by Night TrainStop At: Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park, Shilin Town, Shilin County 650000 China
After pick up from your hotel you will be served with freshly brewed tea at the Yunnan Puer Tea Ceremony. Later on you head to the Stone Forest also known as the "First Wonder Under Heaven" UNESCO listed in 2007. Get delighted by this magical, mystical place where culture, legend, and natural history share the stage with limestone rock formations. You will then be served with a local authentic lunch then afterwards head to the train station to catch the first class over night soft sleeper train to Dali.
Duration: 2 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Dali Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Dali Ancient CityStop At: Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Under Yingle Peak, Dali 671000 China
Arrive in Dali in the early morning where the local guide and driver meet you and take you for breakfast at first. Enjoy the beautiful view from the outside of three pagodas then go ahead and check in the hotel and have a rest.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Dali, Dali, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan
In the afternoon we visit the spectacular Dali Old Town sandwiched between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. Take a leisurely walk in the Dali Ancient Town, unique shops and beautiful waterways will delight your trip. In the late afternoon, return to hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Xizhou Town, Erhai Lake, Dali to Lijiang by CarStop At: Xizhou Town, North Dali Old Town, Dali China
Xizhou village is your first stop on this day after hotel pick up where you will be treated with a genuine tea ceremony of local Bai ethnic group along with a song and dance performance.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Erhai Lake, No.55 Zhongshan Road, Dali 661000 China
Afterwards we head to Erhai for a lake cruise then have a local lunch before we take a relaxed and comfortable drive to Lijiang. Check in the hotel upon arrival.
Duration: 1 hour
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Lijiang: Black Dragon Pond Park- Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture- Yushui VillageStop At: Black Dragon Pond Park, Xin Daje, Lijiang 674100 China
In the morning, visit the famous Black Dragon Pond after hotel pick up at first. Immerse yourself in the charming scenery of the shadow of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on the crystal pool.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture, Heilong Tan, Lijiang China
Then move to the beautiful Dongba Museum which presents the different aspects of its rich and complex culture through a range of exhibits, including a scroll depicting the progression of the soul and various altars and paintings.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Yushui Village, Yushuizhai Tourism Resort, Baisha Country, Yulong County 674101 China
Stop for lunch the visit the tranquil Jade Water Village and ride a horse on the green meadow before hotel drop off.
Duration: 1 hour
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Lijiang to Shangri-la by Car, Tiger Leaping GorgeStop At: Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Xia), 100 km NW of Lijiang Hutiaoxia Town, Shangri-La County 674402 China
Enjoy a relaxed drive to Shangri-la after hotel pick up then visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge en route. Marvel at the rolling waters roar like the drum and experience the power of nature. From Tiger Leaping Gorge, it takes another 105km and about 2.5 hours’ drive, you will be taken to Shangri-la. You will have a local lunch on ways to Shangri-la.
Duration: 45 minutes
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Shangri-La: Songzanlin Lamasery- Baiji Temple- Napahai LakeStop At: Songzanlin Scenic Area, RPW3+G89, Ni Wang Lu, Xiang Ge Li La Shi, Di Qing Zang Zu Zi Zhi Zhou, Yun Nan Sheng, China, 674400
Pick you up from hotel, you will be driven to Songzanlin Lamasery. Songzanlin Lamasery is regarded as little Potala Palace of Tibet. visit the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan-Songzanlin Lamasery, to experience the ancient and mysterious culture. Another 15 miuntes’ drive, you will be taken to Baiji Temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Napahai Scenic Area, RM57+H7P, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan, China, 674400
After lunch, you will be taken to Napahai Lake in 15 minutes’ drive. Napahai Lake is a highland lake. Enjoy the vast area of Napahai Lake with green grassland and wander in the fairyland.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 8: Departure from Shangri-la Stop At: Shangri-La County, Shangri-La County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan
You will be send to Shangri-la airport at the appointed time. Service ends!
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required"
"Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants"
"Train ticket details will receive by Email from us after your booking tour"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 8 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up you at airport or hotel in Kunming
Airports- Kunming Airport, Guandu, Kunming China
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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