Arrival in Kunming
Arrive in Kunming and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. Check in and rest after the journey.
Overview
Trip at a glance
Duration
10 days / 9 nights
Style
Small Group / 8 Pax
Route
Kunming / Dali / Lijiang / Shangri-La
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The 10-day version is the full Yunnan small-group route: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Shangri-La, Songzanlin Monastery, Napa Lake, and Lugu Lake. It is the most complete route in this series, designed for travelers who want classic old towns, snow-mountain scenery, Tibetan highland culture, and Mosuo lake culture in one 8-pax small group.
Small Group8 PaxYunnanShangri-LaLugu Lake
Itinerary
Day-by-day plan
Daily timing can be adjusted after we confirm your route, hotels, and transport.
Day 1
Arrival in Kunming
Day 1
Arrival in Kunming
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Arrive in Kunming and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. Check in and rest after the journey.
Key stops
Airport or railway station pickupAbout 40-minute transfer to hotelHotel check-in and restFlexible free time after arrival
Timing and transfers
Highlights
Places, stays, and flavors
Kunming Market, Old Street & Drive to Dali
Visit Zhuanxin Market, enjoy Cross-Bridge Rice Noodles, explore Kunming Old Street and the Paper Building, then drive about 4.5 hours to Dali.
Dali Ancient City, Ideal State & Erhai Cycling
Walk Dali Ancient City, visit Ideal State for Erhai views and tea, then cycle along Panxi S Bay.
Xizhou Bai Culture & Lijiang Old Town
Visit Xizhou Ancient Town, enjoy a Bai three-course tea performance, transfer to Lijiang, visit Black Dragon Pool and Zhongyi Market, then enjoy mushroom hotpot and Lijiang Old Town at night.
Route fit
Who this route fits
Use these notes to decide whether the pace and style match your group.
- Full 10-day Yunnan route with up to 8 guests
- Kunming market, Dali and Erhai, Xizhou Bai culture, Lijiang Old Town, and Shuhe Ancient Town
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Dukezong Ancient Town, Songzanlin Monastery, and Napa Lake
- Lugu Lake viewpoint, Mosuo cultural meal, boat ride, and family visit before returning to Kunming
Daily logistics
Accommodation and meals
Displayed when the itinerary already includes stay or meal details.
Accommodation
- Kunming 4-star hotel or similar
- Dali 4-star hotel or similar
- Lijiang 5-star hotel or similar
- Shangri-La hotel or similar
Meal arrangements
- Meals are at your own expense.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Breakfast and lunch included
- Breakfast and lunch included; dinner self-paid
Included
- Hotel breakfasts and selected meals according to the confirmed daily plan
- Bilingual Chinese-English guide service during the main sightseeing days
- First-entry tickets for attractions listed in the confirmed itinerary
- Comfortable hotel arrangements as described, with equivalent alternatives if rooms are unavailable
- Local vehicle, railway, ferry, or transfer coordination listed in the final proposal
- 24-hour online trip support during the tour
Not included
- International flights and China visa or entry documents
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Tips for driver and guide
- Travel insurance
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8 days / 7 nights
Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Lugu Lake 8-Day Small Group Tour
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