Two-day Dali & Lijiang Tour

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The two days Dali & Lijiang tour covers some distinctive scenic spots from Dali to Lijiang with reliable transportation included during the entire trip. You will visit Xizhou and Zhoucheng, both near Dali, to witness authentic ethnic minority customs and daily life, in addition to a wonderful Erhai lake cruise. In Lijiang, Naxi culture is an enduring part of life in the region that you simply cannot miss. You will view brilliant vistas on horseback and go to Yunhu Village, famous for its unique architecture and culture seen nowhere else. 

What's Included

Private transportation and transfers, including pick-up and drop-off, with skilled driver
24/7 English speaking customer service
All taxes, fees and handling charges
2 bottles of drinking water per day
Accommodation including breakfast (based on twin-bed room for 2 pax)
Meals listed in the itinerary
English speaking tour guide
Accommodation (if you choose accommodation excluded version)
Flight tickets
Chinese visa
Tour guide
Meals not listed in the program
Personal travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips for tour guide and driver (not requested, but highly appreciated)
Surcharges for upgrades from standard twin-bed rooms to double-bed rooms

Meeting and pickup

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

Location Name: Your hotel lobby within Dali Anceint Town Return Location: Day 1: Dali Ancient Town Day2: Lijiang Ancient Town

What to expect

Day1: Dali Xizhou and Zhoucheng, Earhai Cruise (L)

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel (within Dali Ancient Town) and be taken to our meeting point.

(Sometimes Dali Ancient Town doesn't allow cars to go into small places, in that case, we will arrange a meeting point)

Then drive to Xizhou to visit Bai-style traditional architectural courtyards and explore the local Bai minorities distinctive culture. Then go to Zhoucheng Village, which is often called “Home of the Bai ethnic minority Tie- Dye culture” and experience the tie- dye culture first-hand.

After Lunch, you will take a cruise on Erhai Lake to Jinsuo Island, a local cormorant fishing village. Enjoy the green Cangshan Mountain Range and the Three Pagodas from afar as well as the many birds flying over the lake. After that, the guide will take you to check-in to your hotel (If you don’t use our hotel then your driver will drop you off at the south gate of Dali Ancient Town) and enjoy a free-time evening in the town.

 

Day 2: Lijiang Black Dragon Pool, Dongba Museum Yuhu Village, and Lijiang Ancient Town (B, L)

After breakfast, your driver will take you to Lijiang where you will visit the Black Dragon Pool. Here, you can enjoy a fantastic view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from afar then go to the Dongba Museum to explore Naxi minority culture. Afterwards You will be driven to Yuhu village, which is located in the southern valley with a full view of the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Visit the museum dedicated to the life of Joseph Rock, an explorer and biologist who lived in the area in the early 20th century. You then have the opportunity to join a guided  trek leading you along the mountain slopes. Afterwards your driver will bring you back to Lijiang Ancient Town, where this tour will end. 

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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Multi-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
DSA non-compliant
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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