One Day Traditional and Cultural Tour in Lijiang

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

In today's itinerary, you will delve deep into the traditional culture and history of the Naxi ethnic group. You will stroll through mysterious primitive villages, pause at picturesque scenic spots, enjoy coffee at charming cafes, participate in Naxi home visits to learn about their customs, architectural styles, and Feng Shui. You'll have the opportunity to dress in ethnic costumes for memorable photos, experience grinding beans and making tofu pudding, visit a Naxi family museum, try your hand at making Dongba paper, learn Dongba calligraphy, and taste traditional Naxi preserved fruits, among other activities.
In the evening, you will savor a traditional Naxi dinner and take a leisurely walk through the ancient town of Lijiang. At Mu's Residence, you will experience a night tour from the perspective of Xu Xiake, exploring the unique architectural layout known as the "front three, back three," engaging in interactive storytelling that transports you back to the Ming Dynasty.

What's Included

Lunch
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
afternoon tea
English tour guid
Breakfast
accommodation fees
bar expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

Below your accommodation hotel. We will wait for you promptly at 9:00 AM downstairs at your accommodation hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Jade Water Village is the Dongba sacred place in the central area of the Naxi ethnic group, tracing its origins to the ancient city of Lijiang. The American Nature Conservancy has designated Jade Water Village. As a base for preserving Dongba culture, Baisha Xile music, and Leba dance, undertaking the excavation, organization, inheritance, research, and exhibition of ancient Naxi culture. As a base for Dongba cultural inheritance, Jade Water Village retains the traditional and simple appearance of the Naxi people, complementing the beautiful natural landscapes around it. It truly embodies the traditional Naxi concept of "harmonious development between man and nature" and the essence of Dongba culture.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Here, you can visit the residence of Joseph Rock. In 1922, Joseph Rock, as an explorer, writer, photographer, and member of Harvard University's Yenching Institute, entered Yunnan, China from the Thai-Burmese border under the auspices of the American "National Geographic" magazine. He lived under the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for 27 years, with most of his time spent in the charming village of Yuhu Xueli. Take a leisurely stroll through the village, explore the Naxi culture, and experience its unique charm.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Bar Street in Lijiang Ancient Town is very famous. It can be divided into two types. The first type, commonly known as 'lively bars,' is characterized by its vibrant and lively atmosphere, with Bar Street being the representative. The second type is more low-key and hidden, featuring a unique style, represented by the numerous hearth bars and quiet bars scattered throughout Lijiang Ancient Town. Bar Street in Lijiang Ancient Town connects Sifang Street at one end and leads to the ancient town's entrance at the large waterwheel at the other end, making it the most bustling area of the ancient town.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cultural Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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