South of the Clouds

Dining: None | Accommodation: Kunming Hotel

Arrive in Kunming via flight, where our professional team will meet you for a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace. Wander through historic streets to discover authentic "Dian" (Yunnan) flavors hidden in old courtyard houses. Kunming, a charming city waiting for you to discover and explore, welcomes your arrival!

Zhuanxin Farmers' Market: A newly trending "Internet-famous" market. It gathers a vast array of rich delicacies and goods from all over Yunnan, allowing you to immerse yourself in the vibrant, real-life atmosphere of the locals.

Kunming Old Street: The best-preserved historical district in the city. It consists of multiple streets dating from the Ming and Qing Dynasties to the Republic of China era, serving as a hub where the ancient city meets modern commerce.

Wine Cup Building: Located within Kunming Old Street, this unique curved building is named for its resemblance to a wine cup. Built to symbolize the celebration of victory in the War of Resistance, it is now a must-visit landmark for photography.

Chungsheng Temple Three Pagodas:  Visit the iconic landmark of Dali. This complex features one large pagoda  flanked by two smaller pagodas from the Dali Kingdom period. It is a masterpiece of Tang and Song Dynasty architecture with profound historical value.

Xizhou Ancient Town: Explore the best-preserved collection of Bai ethnic residences. Characterized by the "Three Rooms and a Shining Wall" architectural style  and traditional tie-dyeing, Xizhou showcases the peak of Bai artistic heritage and the history of the Ancient Tea Horse Road.

Bai Ethnic "Three-Course Tea" Performance: Experience a thousand-year-old tea ceremony designated as an intangible cultural heritage. The sequence of "Bitter, Sweet, and Aftertaste" symbolizes the philosophy of life: enduring hardship first, enjoying sweetness later, and reflecting on the past. It is the highest form of hospitality for the Bai people.

Erhai S-Curve Cycling & Travel Photography: Cycle along the winding "S-curve" of the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor. This romantic journey offers breathtaking views of the water and sky, perfect for artistic photography, especially during the golden light of sunrise or sunset.

Dali Ancient City: Step back into a city with over 1,200 years of history. Once the capital of the Nanchao and Dali Kingdoms, it features iconic Bai-style architecture and the majestic Wuhua Tower. Don't miss the vibrant "Foreigner’s Street" (Yangren Jie) for a taste of its international flair.

Black Dragon Pool (Heilongtan): Known as the "Summer Palace of the South," this thousand-year-old spring at the foot of Elephant Mountain is the source of Lijiang’s water system. It is famous for its 40,000-square-meter crystal-clear pool, Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, and deep Naxi Dongba cultural roots.

Lijiang Ancient City (Dayan): A UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated as the "Suzhou of the Plateau" and the "Venice of the East." It is world-renowned for its perfectly preserved Naxi ethnic buildings and the unique Dongba culture.

Luxury Stay: Tonight, check into an International 5-Star Hotel, offering world-class comfort and service in the heart of the highlands.

Shuhe Ancient Town: Enjoy a peaceful morning in this "authentic" Naxi village. A key stop on the ancient Tea Horse Road, Shuhe offers a quieter, non-commercial atmosphere compared to the main old town.

Snow Mountain Sightseeing Train: Board this specialized mountain tourist train for a panoramic journey. Experience the breathtaking transition from lush valleys to the rugged cliffs of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with the azure waters of the lake sparkling in the distance.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Main Cableway): Ascend the mountain via the Glacier Park Large Cableway, one of the highest tourist cableways in China. Starting at 3,356m and rising to 4,506m, it takes you directly into a world of ancient glaciers and jagged peaks.

Blue Moon Valley: (Optional shuttle: 40 RMB/person) Visit this "Fairyland on Earth" at the foot of the mountain. Formed by melting snow, the valley's lakes glow with a surreal turquoise blue, set against a backdrop of white limestone.

Ganhaizi (Dry Sea): A vast highland meadow known in the Naxi language as "Sun Lake." This natural observation deck offers the best panoramic view of the 13 peaks of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Return to Kunming: In the evening, take the High-Speed Train back to Kunming for hotel check-in.

Dining: Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: None / Dinner: None
Accommodation: None

After breakfast, According to your specific flight schedule, our professional team will provide a transfer to the airport for your journey home.