6 Days Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shangri-La Small Group Tour

Morning Exploration Start your day by exploring the charming Dali Old Town, which includes a stroll down Foreigner Street, a visit to the impressive Ancient City Wall of Dali, and a stop at the Gate Tower. Following this, enjoy a drive to the iconic Three Pagodas in the Chongsheng Monastery. Afternoon Adventures In the afternoon, transfer to the picturesque Xizhou Old Town. Take a leisurely walk to admire the traditional Bai ethnic architecture. While there, savor the experience of tasting the local three-course tea. Afterwards, head to Haishe Park, where you can soak in the stunning views of Erhai Lake. Your adventure will continue with a drive to Zhoucheng Village, where you will visit a local Tie-Dyeing workshop. Finally, you will be transported back to your hotel to unwind after a fulfilling day.

Morning Drive Begin your morning with a scenic three-hour drive to Lijiang. Once you arrive, your first stop will be the picturesque Black Dragon Pool followed by a visit to the intriguing Dongba Culture Museum. Free Exploration After exploring, take some time to wander through the enchanting Lijiang Old Town at your leisure. Evening Meeting At 5:00 PM, regroup with your guide at the iconic Big Waterwheel (大水车) in Lijiang Old Town. From there, you’ll transfer to your hotel located in the charming Baisha Old Town.

Visit to Baisha Old Town At 9:00 AM, kick off your day with a visit to the historic Baisha Old Town, where you can also admire the beautiful Baisha Murals. Journey to Yuhu Next, embark on a drive to Yuhu Village to explore the Former Residence of Joseph Rock, immersing yourself in the captivating history of this area. Discovering Shuhe Old Town In the afternoon, transfer to Shuhe Old Town for a delightful exploration of its charming streets and local culture.

Scenic Drive In the morning, set off on a drive to Qiaotou Town. En route, take a moment to admire the stunning view of the First Bend of the Yangtze River from a distance. Quick Stop at Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge Continue your journey toward Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge, where you'll pause for five minutes to capture some photographs of the breathtaking landscape. Hiking Adventure Next, proceed to the Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge to embark on a three-hour hike, starting from a location known as "14km" and making your way to Tina’s Guesthouse. Drive to Shangri-La At 3:30 PM, begin your drive to Shangri-La. Upon your arrival, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Dukezong Ancient Town. Guishan Hill Viewpoint Then, walk up to the top of Guishan Hill to marvel at the Grand Prayer Wheel and take in a panoramic view of Shangri-La city. After your explorations, you'll transfer to your hotel for the night.

Visit to Songzanlin Monastery You will pick up from your hotel and embark on a drive to explore the magnificent Songzanlin Monastery. Local Tibetan Village Experience Afterward, take the opportunity to visit a nearby Tibetan village and interact with a local family, gaining insight into their culture and way of life. Scenic Visit to Napahai Lake In the afternoon, we will transfer to Napahai Lake for a serene experience in nature. Drop-Off at Moonshine Square As the day winds down, we will drive you back to downtown Shangri-La, where we will drop you off at Moonshine Square (月光广场). Tour ends. Please note: Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.