6 days and 5 nights in Kunming, Dali and Lijiang

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Accommodation: Kunming

Welcome to the "Capital of the Clouds." Guests will arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport, where our professional greeting team will be waiting for you throughout the day. We will provide a transfer to your hotel and assist with your check-in. Once settled, you are free to relax or explore the "City of Eternal Spring" at your own pace.

Dining: Breakfast (Hotel Buffet) / Lunch (Sani Ethnic Group Meal) / Dinner (Self-arranged)

Accommodation: Chuxiong or Xiangyun

Hotels: Yuelai Hotel, Xiongbao Hotel, Aifeite Hotel, Guangyi Hotel, Jingran Grand Hotel, Shengdu Hotel, Jinxing Hotel, Shenzhou Hotel, Hongyu Hotel, Dali Guanji Hotel, Tianxiang Renhe Hotel, or similar.

(Note: Specific hotels cannot be requested. During peak seasons, we reserve the right to adjust the accommodation to a similar standard based on availability.)

After breakfast, gather and depart for the Stone Forest (5A Scenic Area; internal shuttle 25 RMB/person at your own expense). Known as the "First Wonder of the World" and the "Stone Forest Museum," this area has undergone 300 million years of geological transformation. The Karst landscape spans 350 square kilometers, featuring a breathtaking array of jagged peaks, lakes, waterfalls, and caves.

As you wander through the forest paths, you will see nature’s "potted landscapes" and celestial scenery. From the Wangfeng Pavilion, you can witness a sea of stone peaks resembling ten thousand galloping horses. You will see famous formations such as the "Flying Stone," "Phoenix Spreading Wings," and "Twin Birds Feeding." Don't miss the chance to encounter the iconic "Ashima" stone in the Minor Stone Forest, named after the legendary heroine of the local Sani people.

Dining: Breakfast (Hotel Buffet) / Lunch (Group Meal) / Dinner (Self-arranged) 

Accommodation: Dali

After breakfast, depart for Erhai Park to enjoy the refreshing lakeside scenery. Guests may opt for the Presidential Luxury Cruise (Recommended at 198 RMB/person), the same model featured on celebrity variety shows, offering a premium 1-hour sightseeing experience of the Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake. After lunch, enjoy a traditional Horse Carriage Ride through Xizhou, where the rhythmic sound of hooves leads you past vast rice paddies to the "I Have a Field in Erhai" photo spot. Upon reaching the Erhai Ecological Corridor, you can pick a bicycle for a scenic Cycling Session, visiting the "Couple Trees," the "Lonely Tree," and the famous S-Bend (Longqiao). We provide a Complimentary Travel Shoot & Aerial Video (4 electronic photos per family and one 60-second group video) to capture your memories. You will also participate in a Bai Ethnic Dance Party led by local "Golden Flowers" to experience the joyful Bai culture. Finally, visit Ideal State (Li Xiang Bang), known as "China’s Santorini," where you can walk across Magpie Bridge for 360° views of Erhai and take high-fashion photos amidst Aegean-style architecture. Dinner is at your own expense before checking into the hotel.

Dining: Breakfast (Hotel Buffet) / Lunch (Snow Mountain Nutrition Pack) / Dinner (Self-arranged) Accommodation: Lijiang

After breakfast, visit Dali Ancient City & Foreigner's Street. Built in 1382, this historic city retains its Ming Dynasty chessboard layout, featuring ancient city walls, gate towers, and tranquil courtyards where the tradition of "three houses sharing a well and every household tending flowers" still thrives. After receiving your complimentary nutrition lunch pack, proceed to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area. You will take the Spruce Meadow Cable Car to enjoy panoramic views of lush virgin forests and the majestic snow-capped peaks. (Optional upgrade to the Glacier Park Large Cable Car is available if confirmed before the trip, subject to high-demand ticketing and weather conditions; however, it is not recommended for those sensitive to high altitudes). Please note that local performances such as "Impression Lijiang" are not included. In the evening, you can explore Lijiang Ancient Town and its famous Sifang Street at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the town's legendary "slow life," wandering through cobblestone alleys to find your own "soft time." As Lijiang is an open scenic area, guests are free to explore as long as they wish and return to the hotel independently.

After breakfast, depart for Shuhe Ancient Town, known in the Naxi language as "Shaowu," meaning "the village at the foot of the high peak." As one of the earliest settlements of the Naxi people in the Lijiang basin, it remains a beautifully preserved and vital trading hub along the Ancient Tea Horse Road. After lunch, head to Blue Moon Valley (Sightseeing bus at your own expense), often referred to as "Little Jiuzhaigou." Originally known as the Baishui River, the valley earns its name from its crescent shape and the stunning turquoise hue the water takes on during sunny days, appearing like a blue moon nestled at the base of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Finally, board the bus for the return journey to Kunming. (Note: Depending on local conditions, the guide reserves the right to adjust the itinerary to visit Blue Moon Valley on Day 4 instead).

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Guests will wake up according to the pre-arranged schedule. After breakfast, you will visit the Tourist Distribution Center, where you can browse and select local specialties, such as fresh Yunnan flowers and traditional handicrafts, as souvenirs. Afterward, depending on your flight schedule, our team will provide a transfer to the airport, marking the end of your pleasant journey through Yunnan!