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

Highlights & Notes

B=Breakfast / L=Lunch / D=Dinner

🛏️ Accommodation: 4-star hotel

  • Explore UNESCO sites: Stone Forest, Lijiang Ancient Town
  • Stroll Dali Ancient Town & visit iconic Three Pagodas
  • Scenic Erhai Lake & Baisha Village cultural experience
  • Marvel at White Water Terraces & Meili Snow Mountain views
  • Discover Tibetan life in Shangri-La & Deqin
  • Witness Jinsha River Bend & panoramic mountain passes

$699.00

/person

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Tour Type:
Join-in Group Tour – Travel with other tourists on a fixed itinerary. Group size usually 8 pax, max 16. An affordable and sociable option.

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Kunming Arrival
Meet your local guide and transfer to the hotel. Early check-in included for rest. The rest of today is on your own to explore the Kunming city. You can go to visit the Kunming Old Street. Feel the hustle and bustle of life in Kunming.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Kunming

Day 2 Kunming—Stone Forest—Dali—Erhai Corridor S Bay—Dali Ancient Town
Morning trip to the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest (Shilin). Walk among surreal limestone formations. Later take a high-speed train to Dali (approx. 2 hours). Then go to the Erhai Corridor S Bay. Get up close to Erhai Lake and take beautiful photos by the Erhai Lake. Evening Stroll along the ancient streets of Dali.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Dali
Meals: B, L, D

Day 3 Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple— Lijiang—Lijiang Ancient Town
After breakfast today, visit the Three Pagodas and Chongsheng Temple. It is a symbol of the history of Dali City, and a record of the development of Buddhism in the area. Transfer to Lijiang (2.5 hrs). Check-in and evening free in the Old Town.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Lijiang
Meals: B, L, D

Day 4 Lijiang & Baisha Village
After enjoying your breakfast, explore UNESCO-listed Lijiang Ancient Town. After lunch, visit Baisha Village — murals, temples & legacy of the Naxi people.
Optional: traditional music or Dongba culture experience.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Lijiang
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5 Lijiang – White Water Terraces – Shangri-La
After breakfast, Scenic drive to Shangri-La (5 hrs). Stop at White Water Terraces (Baishuitai) — natural mineral pools in the mountains. Arrival in Shangri-La (3200 m).
Tibetan-style dinner and evening walk.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Shangri-La
Meals: B, L, D

Day 6 Tibetan Highlands: Feilaisi Monastery & Snow Mountain Views
After breakfast, drive to Deqin County (5 hrs) via 4400 m mountain pass. Short walk to Feilaisi Monastery – panoramic views of Mt. Kawagebo (Meili Snow Range).
Optional hot drink stop or meditation circle.
No trekking — just scenic stops and cultural encounters.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Deqin
Meals: B, L, D

Day 7 Jinsha River Bend & Return to Shangri-La
Morning trip to the dramatic bend of the Jinsha River (upper Yangtze). Walk to the observation point (easy trail, ~1 hr). Return to Shangri-La.
Free time or optional visit to a local Tibetan family or herbal market.
Accommodation: Stay overnight in Shangri-La
Meals: B, L, D

Day 8 Departure from Kunming
Early morning transfer to airport.
Meals: B

Pricing Info

Inclusions:

Airport/train station pickup and drop-off
Accommodation: Twin-sharing (2 pax per room)
All transportation between destinations (coach, eco‑car, cable cars, escalators)
Entrance fees and guided transfers
Daily meals (please refer to the itinerary for details)
Professional English‑speaking guide throughout

Exclusions:

International airfares
Entry Visa fees
Personal expenses
Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers

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Do you provide Airport Pickup?

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Any shopping stops duiring the tour?

No, we do not include shopping stops in our tours. To ensure that our travelers have the best experience, we have maintained a zero-shopping policy throughout our tours. Our focus is entirely on providing authentic cultural experiences, exploring scenic spots, and enjoying the natural beauty of China without any distractions.
So you can make the most of your time exploring and truly immerse yourself in the local culture!

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Can I customize my itinerary?

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If you’re thinking of specific locations or preferences, we can give you a free personalized itinerary.
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