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Kunming, Dali & Lijiang — Yunnan 6 Days
6 days / 5 nights10–15 peopleFrom $1,099/person

Kunming, Dali & Lijiang — Yunnan 6 Days

Journey through Yunnan province from Kunming to Lijiang — ancient towns, Erhai Lake, the snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and centuries of multicultural heritage along the old Tea Horse Road.

Departures:Sun, Sep 6, 2026Sun, Sep 13, 2026Sun, Sep 20, 2026Sun, Sep 27, 2026

Tour Highlights

High-speed train through Yunnan highlands (Kunming to Dali)
Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple in Dali
Erhai Lake boat cruise with mountain backdrop
Cable car to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (4,506 m)
Zhang Yimou's "Impression Lijiang" live show
Blue Moon Valley & Baisha Old Town murals
Halal-friendly dining throughout (available on request)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrive Kunming

Airport pickup at Kunming Changshui International. Check into your hotel near the city center. Afternoon walk through Green Lake Park (Cuihu). Welcome dinner featuring Yunnan specialties.

Meals: Lunch + Dinner

2

Kunming to Dali — Ancient Town & Three Pagodas

Morning high-speed train to Dali (approx. 2 hrs). Visit the iconic Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple. Explore Dali Old Town — stroll along Foreigner Street and Renmin Road. Overnight in Dali Old Town.

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

3

Erhai Lake & Drive to Lijiang

Morning boat cruise on Erhai Lake with views of Cangshan Mountain. After lunch, drive to Lijiang (approx. 2 hrs). Visit Black Dragon Pool Park with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as backdrop. Evening walk through Lijiang Old Town (UNESCO World Heritage). Overnight in Lijiang.

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

4

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Blue Moon Valley

Cable car to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain glacier park (4,506 m — oxygen available for purchase). Watch the spectacular "Impression Lijiang" outdoor show directed by Zhang Yimou. Afternoon at Blue Moon Valley / White Water River. Evening free in Lijiang Old Town night market.

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

5

Shuhe & Baisha Old Towns

Morning at Shuhe Ancient Town — a quieter, more traditional Naxi settlement. Afternoon visit Baisha Old Town to see the centuries-old Baisha Murals. Free time for shopping and souvenirs in Lijiang Old Town. Farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

6

Departure from Lijiang

Breakfast at hotel. Airport transfer to Lijiang Sanyi International Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

  • All accommodation (4-star hotels & boutique inns, twin share)
  • Daily breakfast + all group lunches and dinners
  • Kunming–Dali high-speed train (2nd class)
  • All ground transport + airport transfers (Kunming pickup, Lijiang drop-off)
  • All entrance fees including Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable car
  • Impression Lijiang show ticket
  • English-speaking guide throughout

Not Included

  • International flights (fly into Kunming, out of Lijiang)
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • China visa fees

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