Overview
Trip at a glance
10 days / 9 nights
Private route
Kunming / Dali / Lijiang / Shangri-La
US$1,999
Yunnan · 10-Day In-depth Tour of Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La & Deqin Theme : An Encounter with Gentle Breezes, Blooming Flowers, Moonlit Skies, Snowy Scenes and Snow Mountain Sanctuaries Travel Style : Private Group for Exclusive Family | SUV or Van Assigned Based on Group Size (Including High-speed Train Tickets) Accommodation Standard : Selected 4-diamond Hotels Throughout the Trip (Including Featured Boutique Hotels in Ancient Towns) Core Highlights : Cycling Along Erhai Lake
Itinerary
Day-by-day plan
Daily timing can be adjusted after we confirm your route, hotels, and transport.
Day 1
Arrival in Kunming · Meeting the Spring City
Day 1
Arrival in Kunming · Meeting the Spring City

Itinerary Overview Depart from various locations and arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport or Kunming Railway Station Private transfer service provided to the selected hotel for check-in Free time throughout the day to experience the city’s slow life Recommended self-guided visits: Cuihu Park, Yunnan Military Academy, Nanping Street Night Market Warm Tips It is advisable to arrive in advance to acclimatize to the plateau climate (Kunming’s altitude is approximately 1900 meters) Welcome drinks are provided at the hotel to relieve travel fatigue
Highlights
Places, stays, and flavors

Arrival in Kunming · Meeting the Spring City
Depart from various locations and arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport or Kunming Railway Station Private transfer service provided to the selected...

Kunming → Dali · Poetic Journey by Erhai Lake
Morning: Take the high-speed train to Dali (about 2 hours) and enjoy the scenery of central Yunnan along the way Afternoon: Start the [Cycling on Erhai West Coast...

Dali East Coast Loop → Lijiang
Morning: Drive along the east bank of Erhai Lake and pass through the remains of the Ancient Tea Horse Road Visit [Fengyangyi Village] → [Ideal State] → [Wenbi...

Yulong Snow Mountain · Top of the Glacier
Morning: Enter [Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area] and take the main ropeway to Glacier Park (altitude 4506 meters) Noon: Visit [Blue Moon Valley] (including electric...
Route fit
Who this route fits
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- Yunnan · 10-Day In-depth Tour of Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La & Deqin
- Theme : An Encounter with Gentle Breezes, Blooming Flowers, Moonlit Skies, Snowy Scenes and Snow Mountain Sanctuaries
- Travel Style : Private Group for Exclusive Family | SUV or Van Assigned Based on Group Size (Including High-speed Train Tickets)
- Accommodation Standard : Selected 4-diamond Hotels Throughout the Trip (Including Featured Boutique Hotels in Ancient Towns)
Included
- Trip planning consultation
- Private itinerary customization
- Local guide and transfer options quoted on request
Not included
- International flights
- China visa or entry documents
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Before booking
- Share your preferred travel month and hotel style when you inquire.
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