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8-Day Yunnan Tour: Kunming, Dali, Shangri-La & Lijiang

8 days · 7 nights
Type·Small Group
Destinations·Kunming,Dali,Shangri-La,Lijiang

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  • UNESCO Stone Forest in Kunming
    Explore the dramatic limestone formations of the Stone Forest, part of the South China Karst World Heritage Site.

  • Dali’s Iconic Three Pagodas & Erhai Lake
    Visit the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, with stunning views over Erhai Lake and the Cangshan Mountains.

  • Authentic Bai Culture in Xizhou & Zhoucheng
    Experience daily Bai life at Xizhou Ancient Town, local markets, and traditional Bai tie-dye craftsmanship in Zhoucheng.

  • Tibetan Landscapes & Spiritual Heritage in Shangri-La
    Walk through alpine scenery at Pudacuo National Park, visit Songzanlin Monastery (“Little Potala Palace”), and explore Dukezong Ancient Town.

  • Tiger Leaping Gorge & Lijiang Old Town (UNESCO)
    Witness the power of nature at Tiger Leaping Gorge and wander the cobbled streets of Lijiang Old Town, a former Tea Horse Road hub.

  • Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Blue Moon Valley
    Ride the cable car up Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and admire the turquoise lakes of Blue Moon Valley.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kunming | Airport Pick-up & Hotel Check-in

Morning / ArrivalUpon arrival in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, your local driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to…

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Day 2: Kunming City Tour | Stone Forest · Yuantong Temple · Green Lake

Morning – Stone Forest (UNESCO World Heritage) Drive about 1.5 hours to the Stone Forest, a world-famous karst landscape formed over 270 mil…

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Day 3: Kunming → Dali | High-Speed Train · Three Pagodas · Erhai Lake

Morning – High-Speed Train to Dali Take a comfortable high-speed train from Kunming to Dali. Midday – Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple Vis…

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Day 4: Dali → Shangri-La | Xizhou · Bai Culture · Tie-Dye

Morning – Xizhou Local Life Visit Xizhou Local Market to experience daily Bai life and taste local snacks like Xizhou baba. Walk through…

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Day 5: Shangri-La Tour | Pudacuo · Songzanlin · Dukezong

Morning – Pudacuo National Park Visit Pudacuo National Park, China’s first national park. Explore alpine meadows, forests, and lakes, includ…

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Day 6: Shangri-La → Lijiang | Tiger Leaping Gorge · Old Town

Morning – Natural Wonders Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge: Walk the plank road to view the roaring Jinsha River between Jade Dragon and Haba Sno…

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Day 7: Lijiang Tour | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Morning – Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Take a cable car to Spruce Meadow (3,240 m) for panoramic alpine views. Midday – Blue Moon Valley Visit …

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Day 8: Departure from Lijiang | Check-out & Transfer

Enjoy free time until your driver transfers you to Lijiang Airport or train station for departure. Meals: BreakfastTransportation: Vehicle

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions:

  • Private transportation throughout the tour

  • Airport / railway station pick-up & drop-off as per itinerary

  • High-speed train ticket from Kunming to Dali (2nd class)

  • 7 nights accommodation in selected 4-star hotels (double/twin occupancy)

  • All attraction entrance tickets listed in the itinerary (no hidden costs)

  • Professional English-speaking local guides

  • Bottled water during daily sightseeing

  • Special experiences:

    • Yunnan Cross-Bridge Rice Noodles

    • Tibetan family visit in Shangri-La

Exclusions:

  • International & domestic flights or trains to/from Kunming or Lijiang

  • Lunches & dinners not specified in the itinerary

  • Optional activities (elevators, cable upgrades, personal shopping)

  • Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, laundry, etc.)

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Gratuities (optional)

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Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this tour product, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions, in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Schedule of Fees
For changes to travel arrangements:

  • First change – No charge.
  • For all subsequent changes – USD50.
  • Any charges applied by a third party (for example, airline, cruise company, accommodation provider, other travel provider) cannot be waived.

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