Tour Code: IFH-Y-01
Tour days: 9 Days
During this classic winter trip of the golden triangle tourist cities of Yunnan. We will explore the unique local culture, history, buildings, ethnic groups, traditions and famous tourist attractions.
Transfer via: Flight – your arrangement
Activities for today: Airport to hotel transfer
Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.
Activities for today: Western Hills, Bamboo Temple, Birds and Flowers Market
Today begins with a visit to the Western Hills. Standing in its historic Dragon Gate, you can have a common view of the beautiful Dianchi Lake. After lunch, explore the Bamboo Temple, and then go to see the local people sell the interesting things in the Birds and Flowers Market.
Activities for today: Stone Forest, Golden Temple
Head to the world-renowned Stone Forest, one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the world and home to the Hani and Yi ethnic groups. Drive back to Kunming and pay a visit to the Golden Temple.
Activities for today: Cangshan Mountain, Three Pagodas, Dali Ancient City
Take morning flight to Dali. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to visit Cangshan Mountain by cable car. Later, visit the iconic Three Pagodas and the Dali Ancient City.
Activities for today: Erhai Lake cruise, Xizhou Town, 3-course tea show
Cruise on the Erhai Lake, and visit some ancient temples, the primary school and the Bai minority village on the islands. Visit Xizhou Town and enjoy the ethnic show with the Bai minority 3-course tea. Drive to Lijiang ancient city.
Activities for today: Black Dragon Pool Park, Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture, Mu's Residence
Full day to explore some highlights of Ancient City of Lijiang that includes the Black Dragon Pool Park, the Museum of Naxi Dongba Culture, the Lion Hill and the legendary mini Forbidden City - Mu's Residence.
Optional night shows: Naxi Ancient Music or Lishui Jinsha (different ethnic cultures show)
Activities for today: Yufeng Lamasery, Baisha Murals, Shuhe Old Town
Enjoy sightseeing tour of the Yufeng Lamasery, the Baisha Murals and Shuhe Old Town.
Enjoy a full day at leisure in the ancient city. You could take an optional excursion to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
Transfer via: flight - your arrangement
Activities for today: Hotel to airport transfer
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Note:
Lijiang Sanyi Airport has many flights to the main China cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Kunming, Guangzhou, Shengzhen, Hong Kong. You can take the international flight back your home at these cities.