7 Nights 8 Days Kunming Dali Lijiang Shangri La Tour | China Tour

Publish Date : Jan. 11, 2025
INTERNATIONAL TOUR PACKAGES 8 Days 7 Nights
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Hotels & Package Brief Itinerary

TRANSPORT

Arrive at Kunming Airport and transfer to your hotel with assistance.

STAYS

Check-in at a designated hotel in Kunming.

SIGHTSEEING

Explore Kunming's Western Hills, Huating and Taihua Temples, then visit the Yunnan Nationalities Museum.

GUIDE

An English-speaking guide will provide insights into each attraction and assist during the city tour.

STAYS

Overnight stay at the Kunming hotel.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Private transfers to Stone Forest and other sightseeing locations.

SIGHTSEEING

Visit the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest, explore Yuantong Buddhist Temple, and enjoy local life at Green Lake Park with tai chi and opera performances.

GUIDE

Your guide will help you navigate the attractions and share the legends behind the Stone Forest.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Take a morning high-speed train from Kunming to Dali (approx. 2 hours) with private transfers.

STAYS

Check-in at a designated hotel in Dali.

SIGHTSEEING

Visit the Three Pagodas, enjoy a boat ride on Erhai Lake, then explore Dali Old Town and Wuhua Tower for panoramic views.

GUIDE

The guide will provide detailed history of Dali’s landmarks and assist with the boat ride.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Private transfer from Dali to Lijiang.

STAYS

Check-in at a designated hotel in Lijiang.

SIGHTSEEING

Visit Xizhou and Lijiang Ancient Towns, explore Mufu Palace, and enjoy a Naxi dance performance.

GUIDE

Your guide will assist with the cultural tour and share the significance of Lijiang’s history and architecture.

STAYS

Overnight stay at the Lijiang hotel.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Private transfers for sightseeing around Lijiang.

SIGHTSEEING

Explore Yuhu Village, Joseph Rock's residence, Baisha Village murals, Shuhe Ancient Town, the Dongba Culture Museum, and end with a walk at Black Dragon Pool Park.

GUIDE

The guide will explain the significance of the murals and the local culture.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Private transfer from Lijiang to Shangri La, stopping at First Bend of the Yangtze River and Shigu Old Town.

STAYS

Check-in at a designated hotel in Shangri La.

SIGHTSEEING

Explore Yuhu Village, Joseph Rock's residence, Baisha Village murals, Shuhe Ancient Town, the Dongba Culture Museum, and end with a walk at Black Dragon Pool Park.

GUIDE

The guide will narrate the history of the gorge and Shangri La’s significance as a spiritual destination.

STAYS

Overnight stay at the Shangri La hotel.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Private transfers for sightseeing in Shangri La.

SIGHTSEEING

Visit Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, explore Pudacuo National Park, Dabao Monastery, and drive around Napahai Lake with stops at Tibetan villages.

GUIDE

The guide will share insights into Tibetan culture and the significance of the natural landscapes.

MEALS

Breakfast included at the hotel.

TRANSPORT

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to India.

What's Included

Inclusions
  • 02 Nights’ accommodation in Kunming in above mentioned Hotel or similar.
  • 01 Nights’ accommodation in Dali in above mentioned Hotel or similar.
  • 02 Nights’ accommodation in Lijiang in above mentioned Hotel or similar
  • 02 Nights’ accommodation in Shangri La in above mentioned Hotel or similar.
  • High speed train transfer from Kunming to Dali.
  • Transfers from Dali to Lijiang,
  • Transfers from Lijiang to Shangri La.
  • Hotel to train station transfers on Pvt Basis.
  • 1 Full day city tour of Kunming.
  • 1 Half day city tour of Dali.
  • Visit to the Western Hills.
  • Sightseeing as stated in the itinerary.
  • English speaking local guide and all private transfers with A/C.
  • 02 bottles of 500 ml mineral water per person per day.
  • High speed bullet train ticket: (2nd class seat).
  • China tourist VISA.
  • All tours and transfers as per mentioned in the itinerary inclusions not available at disposal.
  • Stay connected during your tour with complimentary Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi connectivity is limited in
    certain hotels or remote areas).
Exclusions
  • Government Taxes Extra. GST 5% for Domestic/International tours.
  • TCS as applicable for International tours.
  • Any additional meal/snacks.
  • All tipping for guide, drivers, representatives, restaurants, cruise etc.
  • Any personal items like laundry, phone calls, water, juice, soft/hard drinks, etc.
  • Bank transmitting fees/wire charges.
  • The package cannot be combined with any other offer.
  • Camera fee (still / video).
  • Whatever not mentioned in inclusions.
Payment Policy
  • Pay 50% amount in advance of the total invoice to confirm the booking.
  • All payments have to be clears 30 days prior to the date departure failing which IML keeps the right to release the bookings.
  • International tickets will be issued within 24 hours from the time of advance payment.
  • Booking voucher and final itinerary will be provided maximum 7 calendar days prior to the schedules departure.
  • IML travel shall not be responsible for any change in flight schedule and cancellation without prior intimation. The guests must reconfirm the flight schedule at-least 03 days prior to the date of departure either directly from the airline or IML helpline number +91 921 3732000.
  • All transfers are as per itinerary, in the event of guests not turning up at the pick-up point at the scheduled departure time, there is no provision of alternative transfer arrangement.
  • IML Travel shall not be held liable for the partial or complete failure to perform its obligations under this agreement due to circumstances beyond its control and unforeseeable, including but not limited to acts of nature such as fire, flood, earthquake, hurricane, or other natural disasters, political unrest, epidemics, military actions, or actions by governmental authorities (collectively referred to as 'Force Majeure'). In such events, the time period for fulfilling the obligations herein shall be extended for the duration of the Force Majeure conditions.
Cancellation Policy
  • Cancellation stage: 30 days or more before departure. 25% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 30 days or more before departure.
  • Cancellation stage: 20 to 29 days before departure. 50% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 10 to 29 days before departure.
  • Cancellation stage: 10 to 19 days or less before departure. 75% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 07 to 14 days before departure.
  • Cancellation stage: 10 days or less before departure. 100% of the package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation 10 days or less before departure.
  • Flights Cancellation: Domestic/International For all Domestic / International Flights we will comply with airline cancellation policy for standalone flight bookings or packages inclusive of Domestic/International flights.

Detailed Journey

Detailed Journey

Day 1 : ARRIVAL AT KUNMING

Welcome to Kunming, the Spring City of China!

Upon arrival at the Kunming airport, the local tour guide and driver will meet you and escort you to your hotel. After some rest, you’ll start the tour to Western Hills also called “Sleeping Beauty Hills”. It looks like a beautiful young lady lying beside Dian Lake. It will be a perfectly lovely trip to walk in this long wedge of parkland and explore the famous temples (Huating Temple and Taihua Temple included). Then, continue your trip to Yunnan Nationalities Museum, the largest minority museum in China.

Day 2 : KUNMING

After breakfast, drive to the typical Karst landform – Stone Forest. Walk into the Greater Stone Forest, marvel at groups of gray-black stone peaks and climb up a pavilion to have a panoramic view of the intricate stone forest. Visit the Lesser Stone Forest and listen to the legendary story of “Ashima”. Later, drive back to Kunming downtown area and pay a visit to the 1200-year-old Yuantong Buddhist Temple, the largest temple in Kunming City. Later, walk a few minutes to the most picturesque park in Kunming urban area – the Green Lake Park. Here you can share the happiness of local people’s doing tai chi, performing local opera, and other vibrant activities.

Day 3 : KUNMING – DALI

On this day, reach train station in Kunming and take a morning high speed train to Dali (about 2 hours), a historical and cultural city for Bai ethnic group. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the local tour guide and transferred to begin today’s sightseeing. You’ll first visit Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Monastery, the landmark of Dali. Visit Three Pagodas, Chongsheng Monastery and Reflection Lake. Later, take a relaxing boat trip on the vast Erhai Lake (Ear-shaped Sea) with crystal clear water and charming landscape. On Erhai Lake cruise, you’ll enjoy the green Cangshan Mountain and Three Pagodas. Enjoy an excursion to one of the famous islands for an in-depth look at the peaceful Bai fishing village. After the peaceful time, transfer to Dali Old Town . In the town, you’ll enjoy the City Wall, Gate-towers, elegant streets, small and exquisite courtyards, colorful flowers blooming in the sunshine. Climb up to Wuhua Tower and enjoy panoramic view of the whole old town.

Day 4 : DALI – LIJIANG

In the morning, drive 18 km to Xizhou Ancient Town. Xizhou is the place which shows you the Bai minority cultural, the local people’s daily life and natural beauty. Later, transfer to Lijiang with 2-hour driving. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a memorable tour to wander in Lijiang Ancient Town(Dayan Ancient Town). Pay a visit to Ming-dynasty style Mufu Palace, the “Forbidden City” of Lijiang to know Tusi’s ruling history and appreciate Naxi people’s brilliant culture and fine arts. If time permits, join the Naxi people and tourists to dance happily in a round.

Day 5 : LIJIANG

After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel. First, you’ll be transferred out of Lijiang Old Town to Yuhu Village which is located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. When walking into this authentic Naxi Village, you’ll see unique stone houses, Naxi ladies dressing in traditional clothes, kids playing, a tranquil Yuhu Lake. Visit the Former Residence of Joseph Rock, who was an Austrian-American Botanist came to Lijiang and stayed in Yuhu Village for 27 years and made huge research work on Naxi minority. Later, head to Baisha Village and appreciate the ancient Baisha Mural Paintings. Visit Dabaoji Palace and Liuli Temple to view murals painted over 1000 years ago which is a combination of Tibetan Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism. Then, it is followed by a trip to Shuhe Ancient Town – one of the earliest settlements of Naxi people as well as the well-preserved stop of the Ancient Tea Horse Route. After that, transfer to Dongba Culture Museum where more than 10,000 Dongba cultural relics show mysterious Dongba culture of the Naxi people. Take a gentle walk to Black Dragon Pool Park to enjoy gorgeous view and peaceful surroundings. If weather permits, get to the best spot to overlook the snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and shoot some amazing pictures.

Day 6 : LIJIANG – SHANGRI LA

From Lijiang, drive 60 km to the First Bend on the Yangtze River with gorgeous scenery, visit the Iron Chain Bridge, the Red Army’s Long March Memorial Monument in the Shigu Old Town.

Visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. With 34 rapids of the Yangtze River, it is called the Jinsha in this area because you can find gold in the river. Afternoon, you’ll head for Shangri La, the former Zhongdian which is welknown as the paradise destination for every tourist.

Upon arrival in Shangri La, you will have entered the Tibetan cultural area and a landscape of barley fields and yaks in the valleys. Walk around Dukezong Ancient Town, an important town of the Ancient Tea-horse Trade Caravan from Yunnan to Tibet and India. Walk up to the top of Guishan Hill or tortoise Hill, you will see the largest Prayer Wheel of the world and have a panoramic view of shangrila county and Dukezong Ancient Town.

Tiger Leaping Gorge is on the Jinsha River of the upper reaches of the Yangtze, located 105 kilometers south of Shangrila County. The gorge is 17 kilometers long with a drop of 213 meters. Tiger Leaping Gorge is divided into three sections: Upper, Middle and Lower Hutiao. At the narrowest spot the river is only 30 meters wide. The mouth of the gorge is 1,800 meters above sea level. The river is flanked by Yulong and Haba snow mountains, with a height difference of 3,900 meters. It is one of the deepest gorges in the world.

Day 7 : SHANGRI LA

In the morning, visit the Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan. Songzanlin Monastery has another alias – ‘the little Potala Palace ‘, so named because the whole monastery is in the traditional style with mysterious atmosphere.

And afterwards you’ll visit the tranquil Bita Lake & Shudu Lake in Pudacuo National Park Pudacuo National Park is located in one of the most biologically-diverse regions of the world. While the region comprises only 0.7 percent of China’s land area, it contains more than 20 percent of the country’s plant species, about one-third of its mammal and bird species and almost 100 endangered species.

Visit Dabao Monastery on the way back from Pudacuo National Park. Drive around Napahai Lake and visit some Tibetan villages and families.

Day 8 : SHANGRI LA – DEPARTURE

Enjoy a lavish buffet breakfast in at your Hotel; later complete your check-out formalities and embark on a journey to Airport to catch your flight to India. Board your flight from there and come back to your home with the cheerful memories of your wonderful trip.

About the Place

About the Place

China is a vast country and offers a plethora of activities for all types of travelers. Whether you are a nature explorer, cyclist, adventure enthusiast or a food aficionado, China has something for everyone. From historical sites, folk customs, natural sites to one of the craziest place to party, China has got you covered. In this China Tour Package, you get the opportunity to explore a lot of these. But the question is, “what to choose?”

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La?

The best time to visit is from March to May and September to November when the weather is pleasant, and the natural scenery is at its best.

Frequently Asked Questions
What are the must-visit attractions in Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La?

In Kunming, visit the Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake. In Dali, explore Erhai Lake and the Ancient Town. In Lijiang, visit the Lijiang Old Town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. In Shangri-La, don’t miss Songzanlin Monastery and Pudacuo National Park.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to travel between these cities?

High-speed trains and buses connect Kunming, Dali, and Lijiang. The train from Kunming to Dali takes about 2 hours, and from Dali to Lijiang, about 1.5 hours. For Lijiang to Shangri-La, a 3-4 hour bus ride or private car is the best option.

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