6 Days Yunnan Tour: Dali Shaxi Lijiang

Are you planning a week-long trip to Yunnan? Consider visiting Dali and Lijiang, two of Yunnan's most beloved destinations, conveniently situated about 200 kilometers apart. Additionally, nestled betw

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6 Days Yunnan Tour: Dali Shaxi Lijiang - 1

Tour Highlights

Arrival in Dali | Airport/ Train Station Pick-up
Dali | Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Dali Ancient Town, Erhai Lake Bike Ride
Dali to Shaxi Ancient Town | Xizhou Local Market, Xizhou Ancient Town, Zhoucheng Tie-dye
Shaxi to Lijiang | Shaxi Ancient Town, Lijiang Old Town, Black Dragon Pond Park, Mu Palace
Lijiang Tour | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Spruce Meadow), Blue Moon Valley, Baisha Murals, Lijiang Old Town (Sifang Square)
Lijiang Departure | Hotel Check-out and Airport See-off

Detailed Itinerary

D1 Arrival in Dali | Airport/ Train Station Pick-up
Ni Hao! Welcome to Dali, home to the Bai ethnic minority! Upon your arrival at Dali airport/train station, the tour guide and driver will meet you at the exit, greet you, and escort you directly to the downtown area, where they will help you check in at your hotel.Dali City (大理) is situated in weste
D2 Dali | Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Dali Ancient Town, Erhai Lake Bike Ride
After breakfast, embark on your morning visit to the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, a profound dive into the historical and spiritual heritage of Dali.The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple (崇圣寺三塔景区), majestically set against the backdrop of the Cangshan Mountains and overlooking Erhai Lake, ar
D3 Dali to Shaxi Ancient Town | Xizhou Local Market, Xizhou Ancient Town, Zhoucheng Tie-dye
Start your delightful day by immersing yourself in the lively Xizhou Local Market(喜洲市场)! There\'s no better way to get under the skin of a place than by exploring its local market, here you can witness firsthand the local customs and mouth-watering dietary habits. This market has been a gathering spo
D4 Shaxi to Lijiang | Shaxi Ancient Town, Lijiang Old Town, Black Dragon Pond Park, Mu Palace
After breakfast, take a stroll through the historic Shaxi Ancient Town. Begin your exploration by meandering down Sideng Street (寺登街), the town\'s main thoroughfare. Shaxi\'s prosperous era as a trade center on the Tea Horse Road is visible in the old shops and horse inns that line the ancient red san
D5 Lijiang Tour | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Spruce Meadow), Blue Moon Valley, Baisha Murals, Lijiang Old Town (Sifang Square)
After breakfast, we will depart from Lijiang Old Town to visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (composed of 13 peaks). It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a sacred mountain for the local Naxi people and is considered the embodiment of their deity, "Sanduo." The mountain is named for its ap
D6 Lijiang Departure | Hotel Check-out and Airport See-off
It’s time to end this 6-Day Yunnan Tour. Your guide and driver will escort you to the Lijiang airport or train station for your departure.Extension Ideas: If you wish to extend your trip and explore other highlighted parts of Yunnan, such as Kunming, Shangri-La, Xishuangbanna, and more, we can help

What's Included & Excluded

✅ Included

  • Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All transportation per itinerary
  • Entrance fees to listed attractions
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure

❌ Excluded

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Visa fees (if applicable)