8 Days Classic Tour to visit most famous Cities of Kunming Dali Lijiang and Shangri-La

8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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. 

What's Included

Soft bed night train as listed
Ride horse
Bottled water
Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide and skill driver
Breakfast
Gratuities
Dinner
Accommodation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up you at airport or hotel in Kunming

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Kunming, Yunnan Provincial Museum

    1 stop
  • 1

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Stone Forest, Kunming to Dali by Night Train

    1 stop
  • 2
    Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park

    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.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Dali Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Dali Ancient City

    2 stops
  • 3
    Chongsheng Three Pagodas

    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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Dali

    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.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Xizhou Town, Erhai Lake, Dali to Lijiang by Car

    2 stops
  • 5
    Xizhou Town

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Erhai Lake

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Lijiang: Black Dragon Pond Park- Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture- Yushui Village

    3 stops
  • 7
    Black Dragon Pond Park

    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.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Stop for lunch the visit the tranquil Jade Water Village and ride a horse on the green meadow before hotel drop off.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Lijiang to Shangri-la by Car, Tiger Leaping Gorge

    1 stop
  • 10
    Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Xia)

    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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Day 7

    Shangri-La: Songzanlin Lamasery- Baiji Temple- Napahai Lake

    2 stops
  • 11

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 12

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Day 8

    Departure from Shangri-la

    1 stop
  • 13
    Shangri-La County

    You will be send to Shangri-la airport at the appointed time. Service ends!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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