Booking Wolf
6-Day, 5-Night In-Depth Tour of Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La (Private Group)
+5
Day Trips

6-Day, 5-Night In-Depth Tour of Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La (Private Group)

6 days
Dali
€199.23/person
From
€199.23per person

Choose an option

Prices for Sat 14 Nov

Cancel more than 7 days (inclusive) before the tour date to receive a full refund. If the tour is cancelled 6-4 days (inclusive) before the meeting date, 20% of the fee will be deducted. If you cancel the tour 3-1 day(s) (inclusive) before the meeting date, 40% of the fee will be deducted. If the tour is canceled on the day of the meetup, 60% of the fee will be charged. This itinerary involves securing accommodations and incurring related expenses in advance. If you cancel your participation for personal reasons, the cancellation fee based on the withdrawal date as stipulated in the contract may not cover the actual losses incurred. In such cases, you will be required to compensate for the actual losses, but not exceeding the total cost of the tour. Thank you for your understanding. In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule Partial refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: Participation for some attractions has been suspended
  • 1. 5 nights of five-star accommodation and breakfast for two the next day
  • First night: Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel / Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or similar
  • Second night: Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel / Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or similar
  • Third night: Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Big Waterwheel Store) / Lijiang Shuhe Jieluofu Garden Hotel / Huazhushe Qinghe Homestay (Lijiang Ancient City South Gate Mufu Store) or similar
  • Fourth night: Shangri-La Fifth Meteorite Light-Year Hotel or similar
  • Fifth night: Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Big Waterwheel Store) / Lijiang Shuhe Jieluofu Garden Hotel / Huazhu She Qinghe Homestay (Lijiang Ancient City South Gate Mufu Store)
  • All hotels in this itinerary are basic room types. If you need a paid upgrade, please contact customer service in advance!
  • III. The ticket includes an entrance fee of 100 for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain + 20 for Blue Moon Valley (ropeway at your own expense) + 50 for Tie-dye + 35 for Cangshan Mountain + 45 for Tiger Leaping Gorge + 138 for Pudacuo National Park + 90 for Songzanlin Monastery.

Not included: Additional personal activity expenses are at your own cost.; Meals at your own expense; Round-trip transportation not included

Ticket: Show e-voucher

Overview

① Pre-trip Notification Within 24 hours of your order, we will send detailed itinerary and vehicle information via email. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. ② Introduction to Exciting Itinerary Attractions This is a panoramic cultural route through Northwest Yunnan, offering a one-stop experience of Erhai Lake's scenery, Bai ethnic intangible cultural heritage, ancient towns on the Tea Horse Road, the Tibetan landscapes of Shangri-La, and the mystical realm of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. It connects four distinctive regions: Dali, Shaxi, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, integrating plateau lakes, ancient buildings and towns, ethnic minority intangible cultural heritage, Tibetan religious culture, and natural landscapes of snow-capped mountains and valleys. The itinerary has a balanced pace, suitable for cultural research, leisure vacations, and landscape photography, allowing for an immersive experience of the multi-ethnic charm of Yunnan's plateau! ③【Kind Reminder】 I. Document Information Please carry your original passport valid for more than 6 months + a valid visa for China when traveling. Original documents are required for hotel check-in and scenic area entry. Please do not deposit them. II. Items to Prepare 1. The diurnal temperature difference in Northwest Yunnan is huge, and the temperature decreases with increasing altitude; temperatures in Shangri-La and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain are low, so please prepare a storm jacket / thick coat and non-slip hiking shoes; the plateau has strong UV radiation, so be sure to bring high-SPF sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, and lip balm. 2. Domestic use of Chinese standard flat-pin power plugs; foreign guests should bring their own adapter plugs. 3. For plateau travel, you can bring your own motion sickness medication and anti-altitude sickness supplies. ④ Itinerary Arrangement: D1 Dali airport pickup to Erhai Lake to Xizhou Ancient Town to Bai Tie-dye to Dali (approx. 70KM/2H) (Driver-guide with simple translator) D2 Dali Ancient City to Wuwai Temple to Cangshan ropeway (approx. 30KM/1H) (Driver-guide with simple translator) D3 Dali to Shuanglang to Shaxi Ancient Town to Shuhe Ancient Town (approx. 270KM/4H) (Driver-guide with simple translator) D4 Shuhe to Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge to Napa Lake to Dukezong Ancient City (approx. 210KM/4H) (Driver-guide with simple translator) D5 Dukezong to Songzanlin Monastery to Pudacuo to Lijiang (approx. 210KM/3H) (Driver-guide with simple translator) D6 Lijiang to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to Blue Moon Valley to Lijiang airport drop-off (approx. 100KM/2H) (Driver-guide with simple translator)

Highlights

All-in-one collection:
Dali Erhai Lake scenic drive + Millennium Tea Horse Ancient Town clusters + Cangshan Snow Mountain geological wonders + Tiger Leaping Gorge magnificent canyon waterscape + Yila Grassland Napa Lake wetland + Pudacuo primeval forest secret realm + Jade Dragon Snow Mountain sacred mountain Blue Moon Valley. From coastal pastoral to snow mountain meadows, from ancient towns to Tibetan sacred lands, the altitude gradually rises, and the landscapes progress layer by layer, ensuring the scenery is never monotonous.
Strong differentiation in experience projects
Niche in-depth experiences: Explore the serene secret realm of Wuwai Temple, deeply wander through the primitive ancient village of Shaxi, and hike in the ecological forest of Pudacuo, avoiding crowded popular spots. These are rarely covered by conventional shallow tours in Northwest Yunnan, offering a more pure and niche experience;
Abundant cultural experiences: Xizhou Bai tie-dye intangible cultural heritage handicraft, Dali slow-paced life cultural wandering, Dukezong Millennium Moonlight Ancient City, Songzanlin Temple Tibetan Zen charm, balancing intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, urban life, and Tibetan beliefs, providing a dual immersion in nature and culture;
Complete internet-famous check-in spots: Erhai Lake scenic drive, Xizhou rice fields, Shuanglang waterside scenery, Cangshan ropeway, Tiger Leaping Gorge rapids, Napa Lake scenic drive, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain glacier, Blue Moon Valley blue ice lake water. Top-tier photo opportunities throughout the entire route, suitable for short video editing, landscape, and portrait travel photography creation;
Integrating Dali Bai folk culture, Tea Horse Road commercial culture, Lijiang Naxi customs, and Shangri-La Tibetan snow region culture, this circular route connects the four core cultural systems of Northwest Yunnan, offering a one-stop unlock of Yunnan's diverse mountains, seas, and ethnic customs.

What's included

1. 5 nights of five-star accommodation and breakfast for two the next day
First night: Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel / Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or similar
Second night: Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel / Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or similar
Third night: Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Big Waterwheel Store) / Lijiang Shuhe Jieluofu Garden Hotel / Huazhushe Qinghe Homestay (Lijiang Ancient City South Gate Mufu Store) or similar
Fourth night: Shangri-La Fifth Meteorite Light-Year Hotel or similar
Fifth night: Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Big Waterwheel Store) / Lijiang Shuhe Jieluofu Garden Hotel / Huazhu She Qinghe Homestay (Lijiang Ancient City South Gate Mufu Store)
All hotels in this itinerary are basic room types. If you need a paid upgrade, please contact customer service in advance!
III. The ticket includes an entrance fee of 100 for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain + 20 for Blue Moon Valley (ropeway at your own expense) + 50 for Tie-dye + 35 for Cangshan Mountain + 45 for Tiger Leaping Gorge + 138 for Pudacuo National Park + 90 for Songzanlin Monastery.
IV. For 2 people, use joint-venture SUVs such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Toyota Frontlander, Nissan X-Trail, or similar models. For 4 people, use joint-venture SUVs such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Toyota Frontlander, Nissan X-Trail, or similar models. For 6 people, use a Buick GL8 commercial vehicle.
V. Each traveler must purchase travel accident insurance for 300,000 yuan.
6. Additional personal activity expenses are the responsibility of the individual.
7. Full-time driver and guide fees, as well as airport transfer fees (including transportation costs, tolls, fuel costs, etc.), carrying a simple translator

What's not included

Additional personal activity expenses are at your own cost.
Meals at your own expense
Round-trip transportation not included

Cancellation policy

  • Conditional cancellation - a refund is not guaranteed.

Additional info

Please select a travel date
Day 1 Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Lijiang airport pickup all day today, beginning your pleasant journey [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Erhai Lake, Xizhou Ancient Town, 白族扎染, Upon arrival in Dali, you will be picked up and depart. Drive along the Erhai Lake環湖公路 (Huan Erhai Road), enjoying the beautiful lake views of Erhai Lake all the way. Visit Xizhou Ancient Town, stroll through its bluestone alleys, and admire the distinctive Bai ethnic residences. Experience the intangible cultural heritage of Bai tie-dye craftsmanship, creating a unique tie-dye piece of your own. In the evening, return to Dali city for check-in. [Accommodation] Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel; We will arrange your stay at the Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or other hotels of the same standard. All hotel room types are basic room types. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 2 [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Dali Ancient City, Wild Mushroom Hot Pot, Cangshan, In the early morning, stroll through Dali Ancient City, wander along Foreigner Street and Wuhua Tower, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the ancient city. Afterwards, head to the serene Wuwei Temple, avoid the crowds, and immerse yourself in tranquil Zen. Take the Cangshan ropeway up Cangshan Mountain, overlook the panoramic views of Erhai Lake and the dam area, and enjoy the high-mountain vegetation scenery, then return to rest. [Accommodation] Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel; We will arrange your stay at the Dali Ancient City Yueshanhai Banshan Villa Luxury Hotel. If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Dali Luchun Garden Hotel or other hotels of the same standard. All hotel room types are basic room types. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 3 [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Shuanglang Ancient Town, Shaxi Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, In the early morning, depart from Dali, arrive at Shuanglang Ancient Town, and check in to enjoy the view of Erhai Lake. Drive to the mysterious Shaxi Ancient Town, stroll leisurely through the ancient theater stage and Sideng Street, and experience the charm of the millennium Tea Horse Road. Continue north, arrive at Shuhe Ancient Town, and encounter the tranquil night scenery of the ancient town. [Accommodation] Jixiashan Meili Sunyata Holiday Hotel; You will be staying at Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Waterwheel Store). If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Lijiang Shuhe Guerlain Garden Hotel/Huazhu She Qinghe Homestay or other hotels of the same level. All hotel room types are basic. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 4 [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Yila Grassland of Napa Lake, Churn Your Own Butter Tea, Depart from Lijiang and head to Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge to closely admire the magnificent canyon landscape where the Jinsha River rapids surge. Afterward, proceed to Napa Lake Yila Grassland, where you can gallop around the lake and enjoy the scenery of alpine meadows and lakes. In the evening, arrive at Dukezong Ancient City in Shangri-La, turn the world's largest prayer wheel, and experience the Tibetan culture. [Accommodation] Shangri-La Fifth Meteorite Light-Year Hotel; We will arrange for you to stay at the Shangri-La Fifth Meteor Light-Year Hotel. If the hotel is fully booked, other hotels of the same standard will be arranged. All hotel room types are basic. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 5 [Attraction/experience] Self-guided, Kadan Songtsan Forest, Pudacuo National Park, In the morning, visit Songzanlin Monastery, known as the "Little Potala Palace," to explore the culture of Tibetan Buddhist monasteries. Then, head to Pudacuo National Forest Park to hike through the highland wilderness and admire the pristine scenery of lakes, forests, and meadows. After the visit, drive back, enjoying the scenery along the way, and return to Lijiang for a rest. [Accommodation] Lijiang Kasion Hotel·KASION HOTEL (Ancient City Waterwheel Store); You will be staying at Lijiang Kasion Hotel (Ancient City Waterwheel Store). If the hotel is fully booked, we will arrange Lijiang Shuhe Guerlain Garden Hotel/Huazhu She Qinghe Homestay or other hotels of the same level. All hotel room types are basic. If you need to upgrade your room type for a fee, please contact customer service! Day 6 [Attraction/experience] Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Aizukidani, In the morning, we headed to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, took the ropeway to the summit, and experienced the glacial spectacle. After descending, we visited Blue Moon Valley, known as the "sapphire on earth," where the lake water is crystal clear and blue, perfect for photos. After the tour, we returned to Lijiang city, and were sent to the airport according to our flight schedule, happily concluding our journey through Northwest Yunnan. [Return] 14:00 - 23:00, at [Lijiang Airport,]() After the trip, we will take you back to Lijiang. We will drop you off at the airport 2-3 hours before your flight time. It is our honor to provide you with service, accompany you through a pleasant time, and look forward to seeing you next time! Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

More things to do in Dali

All things to do in Dali →Browse things to do worldwide →
Total
From €199.23