| # | Depart on | Type | Price USD per person | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 04 - Dec 31 | Double room | $ 1290 | ( $200 increase for holidays) |
| 2 | Jul 04 - Dec 31 | Single room | $ 1590 | ( $200 increase for holidays) |
Price description: Double room refers to 2 people sharing 1 room, single room refers to 1 person in 1 room. (Minimum 2 persons)
Attention:This itinerary document is for reference only. Our company reserves the right to
adjust the sequence and individual attractions in the itinerary based on season and time. All itineraries are subject to confirmation before departure. Updated on: April 18 2025.
[All Inclusive] Full quasi five-star hotel accommodation, deluxe bus, attraction tickets, driver and guide service.
[Itinerary Features]
✅Dianchi - The beautiful “Pearl of the Plateau”
✅Dali Old City - An important distribution center of the ancient tea-horse road
✅Dali Ideal State - China's Santorini
✅Songtsenlin Monastery - Tibetan Buddhist monastery
✅Dokuzong Ancient City - The best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential complex in China
✅Lugu Lake scenic area - The fairyland on earth
[Special Upgrade] Upgrade to 7 nights of luxury hotel accommodation to ensure a comfortable and non-fatiguing journey.
[Exclusive Gift] D-series train tickets (second-class seats) from Kunming to Dali and from Lijiang to Kunming.
[Special Arrangements] Mosuo Bonfire Party and Mosuo characteristic ethnic cuisine; Three characteristic meals in Yunnan: Wild Mushroom Hot Pot, Shaba Fish in Dali, and Cross-Bridge Rice Noodles.
Today you will go to the airport to check in for your flight to Kunming,China. Due to the time difference, it is recommended to confirm the local time and depart 1 day in advance, the exact time is subject to the arrival time, please choose an early flight to arrive. You will be spending the night on the plane, which may be cold, so it is recommended that you bring warm clothing. We wish you a good night's rest.
Today you will arrive at Kunming, the capital of the Yunnan, and the tour guide will pick you up and transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest.
Free pick-up time on the day of the tour is a fixed time (In case of changes, please communicate with customer service staff in advance, other different times for paid pick-up, please know!) Thank you for your understanding.
After breakfast, go to [Dian Lake Haigeng Dam]. (At the beginning of November every year, countless red-billed seagulls (Siberian seagulls) fly from Siberia to Kunming to spend the winter and perch here, creating a magnificent landscape of great harmony between humans and birds.) Admire the beautiful Dian Lake, known as the "Pearl on the Plateau", and overlook the Western Hills, which are reputed as the "Sleeping Beauty" mountain.
Then head to [Dali Ideobang], commonly known as the most beautiful Santorini in China.
Special Gift: Afternoon tea. Climb up the (Magpie Bridge) to enjoy the 360° panoramic view of the infinitely beautiful and charming scenery of Erhai Lake. In front of the characteristic architectural elements reminiscent of the Aegean Sea in Greece, you can take beautiful photos.
After breakfast, take bus to visit the Dali Ancient City (an open ancient city where you can have a free activity). ★ There are local specialties for sale in the ancient city. If you want to make a purchase, please pay attention to the quality and be sure to ask for a receipt. The history of the ancient city can be traced back to the Tianbao period of the Tang Dynasty.
After lunch, go to Shangri-La. On the way, visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the top ten canyons in the world. It is a grand canyon of the Yangtze River, running across between the Haba Snow Mountain and the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. It got its name from the legend that a fierce tiger leaped across the river on a boulder in the middle of the river.
Then check into the hotel and have a rest.
Get up early and go to visit the Kattan Songzamlin Temple, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan Province. It is built against the mountain and its appearance is quite similar to that of the Potala Palace. With its unique five-story Tibetan-style carved architecture, it integrates the essence of Tibetan plastic arts and is also known as the "Tibetan Art Museum". We will step into this white palace and experience the sanctity of Tibetan Buddhism.
Visit the old town of Dukezong, the ancient city's architectural layout is like an eight-petal lotus flower, the center is the moonlight square, the simple Tibetan-style wooden houses one after another around the surrounding area, the local people here live in peace. On the west side of the square is the Great Turtle Mountain, also known as Turtle Mountain Park. There is a large drum on the top of Turtle Hill, recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records, need three people together can turn it.
Take bus return to Lijiang to check in and have rest.
After breakfast, drive to Lugu Lake, known as the ‘Pearl of the Plateau’, and have lunch in Ninglang County on the way. Upon arrival, go to Lugu Lake Sanjia Village Boat Terminal to take a piggyback boat (dugout canoe) to board Ribee Island. Visit Ribee Monastery, located in the south-central part of Lugu Lake, where a winding path leads directly to the top of the island, with many rhododendrons and wild cherry trees beside the path. At the end of the trail is the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Rigabi, with a white pagoda at the top of the island. Rimubi Island, together with Xiehua Island and Rig Island, are known as the three Penglai Islands of Lugu Lake.
Afterwards, we will take the bus to start the 360 degrees tour round the lake, passing by the Rigu Observation Deck, Lover's Beach, Caohai Wedding Bridge. Drive to Xiaoluoshui to participate in the Mosuo wedding banquet, visit the original Mosuo family, and taste the Mosuo special ethnic meal.
After that, drive to the [Mosuo bonfire party]. Lugu Lake is a daughter country and a kingdom of song and dance. In the Mosuo village on the shore of Lugu Lake, a bonfire party is held every night, and you can dance happily around the bonfire with the handsome Mosuo boy and the beautiful Mosuo girl! Drive back to your hotel for a rest.
Participate in the "Mosuo Family Visit" (The Mosuo Family Visit is an important scenic spot in Lugu Lake for experiencing Mosuo culture). After that, take bus back to Lijiang and Shuhe Ancient Town. In the evening, you can visit the Lijiang Ancient City and the Internet-famous Street on your own. ★ There are local specialties for sale in the ancient city. If you want to make a purchase, please pay attention to the quality and be sure to ask for a receipt. Enter the long Internet-famous street - Xianwen Lane. As soon as you enter the alley entrance, you will see that the air above the alley is filled with open oil-paper umbrellas. With a gentle look up, you will see a sky full of flower umbrellas. It's just like walking into a poem and a painting, as if you are in a misty Jiangnan town.
Friendly reminder: There are some handicrafts and silverware for sale in the Dai ethnic village. These are not arranged by our travel agency. Please all tourists make purchases carefully according to your personal needs.
After breakfast, visit the Lashihai Wetland Park. To the north of the park are Wolong Mountain and Qinglong Mountain. To the west lies Sleeping Beauty Mountain and Moon Bay. To the south is the shining Zhiyun Temple and Snake Mountain. To the south is Wenbi Mountain and Ma'anshan Mountain. In the distance is the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Then take bus back to Kunming.
Today you should get up and have breakfast at the pre-arranged time. After breakfast, you can have some free time. Then you will be sent to the airport, marking the end of this pleasant trip to Yunnan!
Attention: Free transfer time on the day of departure is a fixed time (if there are any changes, please contact customer service in advance, other times for paid pick-up, please know!) Thank you for your understanding.
1.Standard double room in star-rated hotels in the downtown (breakfast included);
2.Meals included in the itinerary (For groups of less than 6 people, all lunches and dinners are not included);
3.Professional Chinese speaking guide service;
4.Professional foreign driver service;
5. Professional commercial coaches (comprehensive insurance );
6. The first tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary;
7. D-series train tickets (second-class seats) from Kunming to Dali and from Lijiang to Kunming;
8.Tips for diver and guide;
Important Notice:
The driver and guide's standard working hours are 10 hours. Any overtime, excluding delays caused by traffic or vehicle issues, will be subject to additional charges. T
1. All airfare and visa fee
2. All Lunches and dinners (meals included for more than 6 people)
3. Overseas personal expenses (including but not limited to laundry, haircuts, telephone, ax, pay-TV, beverages, and tobacco);
4. Fees for storage and excess baggage;
5. Other personal costs not mentioned in the above services.
6. Optional self-paid items in the itinerary and tickets to attractions outside the itinerary;
7.Expenses caused by transportation delay, strike, weather, aircraft engine failure, flight cancellation or change and other force majeure reasons.
Special Notes:
1.Please note that the order, attractions, flights, and accommodations in the itinerary are subject to change based on practical considerations. The final itinerary will be confirmed by our company prior to departure.
2.We reserve the right to make necessary adjustments to the itinerary, or apply additional charges due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to airline schedules, visa requirements, government policies, and weather conditions.
3.The flight numbers and times provided in the itinerary are indicative and may undergo reasonable adjustments during actual implementation.
Travel Information
Meeting & Departure:
Please ensure you arrive at the boarding location 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. The bus will depart on time without waiting. Arriving late will be considered a cancellation, and fees are non-refundable.
The boarding and disembarking times indicated are estimates, and the final locations are subject to our confirmation. Any changes due to traffic or other special circumstances will be communicated promptly. Please be patient.
Luggage & Vehicle:
We operate various types of vehicles, including buses, mid-sized buses, and 9-seater minibuses. While large buses have luggage racks, mid-sized and minibuses have limited space. We recommend carrying only essential luggage to ensure one seat per person.
Please note that in most cities, bus stops are often situated a distance from attractions to avoid penalty. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Bus Safety Tips:
1.No smoking on the bus.
2.Prohibited items are strictly forbidden.
3.Avoid touching vehicle items to prevent damage.
4.During stops, please adhere to the guide's instructions and stay close by.
5.When disembarking, ensure windows are closed and valuables are with you. The travel agency is not liable for any lost or stolen items.
6.If a vehicle breakdown occurs during the tour, affecting the itinerary, the travel agency will take swift remedial action. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Refunds and Changes Policy
Trip Cancellation Policy
✔️Full Refund: Cancel your trip 60 or more days before departure and receive a full refund.
✔️Processing Fee Refund: Cancel between 30 and 59 days before departure, and a 10% administration fee will apply.
✔️Partial Refund: Cancel between 18 and 29 days before departure, and 50% of the total order amount will be charged.
✔️Non-Refundable: Cancellations made within 17 days of departure are non-refundable due to confirmed vehicle and hotel bookings, but a friend can be substituted in your place.
Additional Notes
✔️The cancellation policy does not cover tours that include airfare and cruises, as they are governed by the respective airline and cruise line policies.
✔️Failure to arrive on the departure day will be considered a voluntary cancellation, and no refunds will be issued.
✔️Refund policies for additional hotel bookings or services are subject to the individual hotel's policies.
✔️Personal reasons such as incomplete documents, visa issues, late arrival, illness, or accidents resulting in cancellation or failure to participate in the trip will not be refunded or compensated with alternative services.
Handling of Special Circumstances
In cases where the trip cannot proceed due to force majeure events like weather, war, or strikes, our company prioritizes guest safety and has the right to cancel or modify part or all of the trip. We assume no direct or indirect responsibility for such events, and any paid fees are non-refundable.
Explanation of Additional Charges
✔️If the airline alters its fares due to policy changes, you will be required to pay the difference in accordance with the airline's regulations. Please note that group tickets are not eligible for changes, exchanges, or refunds.
✔️Should the policy adjustments of the destination country result in additional costs for items not included in the itinerary or related services, the price difference must be settled in accordance with the applicable regulations.
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