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

🏔️ Discover Yunnan's classic landscapes and living cultures on a journey through 【Kunming】, 【Dali】, 【Lijiang】 and 【Shangri-La】. Explore 【Naigu Stone Forest】, make flower cakes beside 【Erhai Lake】 and experience Bai food traditions. Ride a cable car up 【Jade Dragon Snow Mountain】, meet a Naxi Dongba cultural practitioner and admire 【Tiger Leaping Gorge】. Complete your journey at 【Songzanlin Monastery】 and 【Pudacuo National Park】. 🌿
8-Day
From US$1,819 p/p
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⛰️ Explore Kunming's Remarkable Karst Landscape
Wander among the striking limestone formations of Naigu Stone Forest, then discover the Buddhist heritage of Yuantong Temple.
🌸 Experience Dali Through Food and Flowers
Enjoy views of Erhai Lake, make traditional flower cakes and discover Bai flavors through a local market visit and Three-Course Tea experience.
🏔️ Discover Snow Mountain Scenery and Naxi Culture
Travel by cable car toward the high-altitude scenery of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, visit Blue Moon Valley and learn about Naxi Dongba traditions.
🌊 Witness Tiger Leaping Gorge's River Landscapes
Admire the Jinsha River rushing between steep mountain slopes as you travel from Lijiang to Shangri-La.
🪷 Explore Tibetan Heritage and Plateau Nature
Discover Songzanlin Monastery, explore Dukezong Ancient Town and enjoy the lakes, forests and highland scenery of Pudacuo National Park.
Day
01
Kunming Airport / Railway Station → Kunming Hotel
Approx. 15–40 km / 0.5–1.5 hrs
Day
02
Kunming Hotel → Naigu Stone Forest → Yuantong Temple → Kunming Hotel
Approx. 190–230 km / 3.5–5 hrs
Day
03
Kunming Hotel → Kunming Railway Station → Bullet Train → Dali Railway Station → Erhai Lake Viewing Area → Flower-Cake Workshop → Dali Hotel
Approx. 45–90 km / 1.5–3 hrs by road; bullet-train travel is additional
Day
04
Dali Hotel → North Gate Farmers Market → Dali Ancient Town → Bai Three-Course Tea Experience → Lijiang Ancient Town → Lijiang Hotel
Approx. 190–230 km / 3.5–5 hrs
Day
05
Shangri-La Hotel → Shangri-La Airport / Railway Station
Approx. 10–30 km / 0.5–1 hr
Day
06
Shangri-La Hotel → Songzanlin Monastery → Pudacuo National Park → Shangri-La Hotel
Approx. 65–110 km / 1.5–3 hrs
Day
07
Lijiang Hotel → Tiger Leaping Gorge → Dukezong Ancient Town → Tibetan Bracelet Workshop → Shangri-La Hotel
Approx. 190–230 km / 3.5–5 hrs
Day
08
Lijiang Hotel → Jade Dragon Snow Mountain → Blue Moon Valley → Naxi Cultural Visit → Lijiang Hotel
Approx. 75–120 km / 2–3 hrs
Day
01
Kunming Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
02
Kunming Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
03
Dali Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
04
Lijiang Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
05
Lijiang Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
06
Shangri-La Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
Day
07
Shangri-La Selected Hotel
Standard Double Room
The Cost Includes

• Private air-conditioned business vehicle with driver for scheduled road transfers and sightseeing

• First-class bullet-train ticket for the scheduled Kunming → Dali journey

• English-speaking local guides for scheduled sightseeing and transfers

• 7 nights of accommodation in the overnight locations specified in the confirmed itinerary

• Admission tickets and activities expressly listed in the final confirmed itinerary

• Scheduled visits to Naigu Stone Forest and Yuantong Temple

• Scheduled Erhai Lake viewing experience and traditional flower-cake workshop

• Scheduled Dali food exploration and Bai Three-Course Tea experience

• Scheduled visits to Dali Ancient Town and Lijiang Ancient Town

• Scheduled Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable-car experience and Blue Moon Valley visit

• Scheduled Naxi Dongba cultural experience

• Scheduled visits to Tiger Leaping Gorge and Dukezong Ancient Town

• Scheduled Tibetan bracelet-making experience, subject to the confirmed workshop arrangement

• Scheduled visit to Songzanlin Monastery and arranged cultural exchange, subject to the monastery's permission

• Scheduled visit to Pudacuo National Park

• Kunming arrival pickup and Shangri-La departure transfer

• Meals expressly listed in the final confirmed itinerary

• Travel assistance and the 24/7 helpline service specified in the confirmed booking

The Cost Excludes

• International and domestic flights or train tickets to Kunming and onward from Shangri-La

• China visa, if required

• Meals not expressly included in the final confirmed meal plan

• Additional snacks, meals, tea and drinks purchased independently

• Optional Shaxi Ancient Town and Bai singer's home extension

• Additional attractions, performances or cultural workshops outside the confirmed itinerary

• Special cable-car, scenic-area transport or access charges not covered by the confirmed tickets

• Personal oxygen products, medical services and emergency medical expenses unless expressly included

• Personal shopping and other personal expenses

• Single Room Supplement

• Travel insurance

• Tips to guides and drivers

• Any service not specifically listed under "The Cost Includes"

Booking Notice

• The published reference price is based on 2 people traveling together on a private tour with 4-star hotels. Final pricing depends on travel dates, group size, hotel selection and itinerary adjustments.

• The standard route begins in Kunming and ends in Shangri-La. Return transportation to Kunming is not included unless separately arranged.

• Day 3 includes a first-class bullet train from Kunming to Dali. Day 4 travels from Dali to Lijiang by private road transfer. Confirm the train station, service and boarding time before travel.

• The flower-cake workshop, Bai food experience, Naxi Dongba visit and Tibetan bracelet workshop depend on the confirmed local hosts and operating arrangements.

• Day 5 includes the Glacier Park cable car at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Cable-car tickets, mountain access and the actual viewing altitude depend on weather, operating conditions and visitor restrictions.

• Day 6 involves a road journey to Shangri-La at approximately 3,200 m above sea level. Travelers with relevant health concerns should consult a qualified healthcare professional before booking.

• Day 7's monastery visit does not guarantee entry into a monk's private room or a meeting with any specific religious figure. Such interactions require the monastery's express permission and host availability.

• The accessible lakes, trails and visitor areas of Pudacuo National Park may vary with seasonal operations and environmental protections.

• Shaxi Ancient Town and the Bai singer's home appear as an optional extension, not fixed stops on this 8-day itinerary.

• The public itinerary does not publish a complete daily meal table or confirm specific hotels. All meals, hotels, room types and cancellation terms must be confirmed in the final written quotation.

Refund Policy

• Cancellation fees and refund eligibility will be governed by the cancellation policy supplied with your final confirmed booking.

• Any applicable cancellation deadlines, fee percentages and non-refundable reservations must be disclosed before payment.

• Refunds for booked hotels, train tickets, attraction tickets and cultural experiences depend on the terms confirmed for those services.

• In the event of a requested itinerary change or early departure, any additional charges or available refunds will be confirmed in writing.

FAQ
Do we need to return to Kunming before the tour ends?
No. The standard tour ends in Shangri-La. Transportation onward from Shangri-La, including any return to Kunming, must be arranged separately unless expressly included in your booking.
Which meals are included?
The reference package includes meals listed in the final itinerary, but the public page does not provide a complete daily meal table. The Day 3 flower-cake tasting and Day 4 Bai food experience are scheduled activities; all breakfasts, lunches and dinners must be specified in the final written quotation.
Are Shaxi Ancient Town and a Bai singer's home included?
No. China Highlights presents these experiences as an optional extension rather than fixed stops on the standard 8-day itinerary.
Can we meet a monk at Songzanlin Monastery?
The reference itinerary proposes a cultural exchange with resident monks. Access to private rooms or a conversation with any individual monk requires the monastery's permission and the host's availability.
Is meeting a Naxi Dongba cultural practitioner included?
The reference itinerary schedules a local Naxi Dongba cultural experience on Day 5. The exact activity and hosting arrangements must be confirmed before departure.
Does the tour include Jade Dragon Snow Mountain's Glacier Park cable car?
The itinerary schedules the Glacier Park cable-car experience. Actual access depends on ticket availability, weather, operating conditions and visitor restrictions.
Do we travel from Dali to Lijiang by train?
No. The standard itinerary includes a private road transfer from Dali to Lijiang on Day 4.
Is the bullet-train ticket included?
Yes. The reference package includes a first-class bullet-train ticket for the Kunming → Dali journey on Day 3.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour begins in Kunming on Day 1 and ends with a departure transfer in Shangri-La on Day 8.
Can this itinerary be customized?
Yes. The reference itinerary is a customizable private tour. Sightseeing, accommodation and cultural experiences can be adjusted according to your interests, travel dates and budget.
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