8 Days Yunnan Tour: Classic Yunnan Kunming Dali Shangri La Lijiang
Route: Kunming → Dali → Shangri-La → Lijiang | Duration: 8 Days | Price: $1,044/person
Tour Overview
This carefully crafted Yunnan tour takes you through the region’s most spectacular sights. From ancient cities to breathtaking natural landscapes, experience the best of Yunnan with expert local guides and seamless logistics.
Route Highlights
Stone Forest, Erhai Lake, Songzanlin Monastery, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang Old Town
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrive Kunming — Airport pickup, hotel check-in, rest & orientation. Evening welcome dinner with local specialties. |
| Day 2 | Kunming — Stone Forest. Green Lake Park & Yuantong Temple. |
| Day 3 | Kunming (continued) — Dianchi Lake & Western Hills. |
| Day 4 | Dali — Dali Old Town & Foreigner Street. Erhai Lake cycling. |
| Day 5 | Dali (continued) — Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple. Xizhou Bai village & tie-dye workshop. |
| Day 6 | Shangri-La — Songzanlin Monastery. Pudacuo National Park. |
| Day 7 | Shangri-La (continued) — Dukezong Ancient Town. Tibetan family visit & butter tea. |
| Day 8 | Depart Lijiang — Transfer to airport/train station. Tour ends with unforgettable memories. |
Why This Tour
- Small group experience (max 12-16 travelers)
- English-speaking local guides
- Hand-picked accommodations
- All entrance fees included
- Airport/train station transfers
- 24/7 on-ground support
What’s Included
- All accommodation (boutique hotels, twin-sharing)
- English-speaking local guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- All entrance fees
- Daily breakfast + select meals
- Airport/train station transfers
- High-speed train (where applicable)
- Travel insurance
What’s Excluded
- Flights to/from Yunnan
- Single room supplement
- Meals not specified
- Tips ($5/day suggested)
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
Important: Shangri-La is at 3,200m — light altitude precautions apply. Tiger Leaping Gorge requires moderate fitness. Best seasons: Mar-May (flowers) and Sep-Nov (clear skies).
Pricing
From $1,044 USD per person. Seasonal pricing may vary. Contact us for exact dates and availability.
Tags: Small Group, Tour, Yunnan