6-Day 5-Night Kunming - Dali - Lijiang - Shangri-La Tour

Morning

• Have breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out procedures. The group takes a high-speed train to Dali.
• Upon arrival in Dali, the vehicle will pick up the guests and take them to Erhai Lake - the enchanting “blue gem” of Dali, famous for its crystal-clear waters reflecting the majestic Cangshan Mountains. Visitors can leisurely cycle along the tree-lined lakeside road, take photos at picturesque lakeside cafés, or enjoy a boat ride to admire the poetic and peaceful landscape.

Afternoon

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon: Guests continue sightseeing:
• Fengyangyi Village - located at the foot of the Cangshan Mountains, this is a traditional Bai ethnic village situated along the thousand-year-old Ancient Tea Horse Road. Here, you will feel as though you have stepped into an ancient world, with narrow stone-paved streets covered in moss. The film crew of “Meet Yourself” also made efforts to preserve the village’s original character when presenting it to audiences.
• Dali Ancient Town - a historic ancient town featuring stone-paved streets, traditional Bai houses, handicraft shops, and the peaceful scenery characteristic of the highlands.

Evening

• Have dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, the vehicle takes the group back to the hotel for check-in and rest.
• Overnight in Dali.

Morning

• Have breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out procedures. Guests depart for Shangri-La.

Afternoon

• Upon arrival in Shangri-La, guests have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon: Visit:
• Songzanlin Monastery: The largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan Province, known as the “Little Potala Palace,” featuring majestic architecture and a sacred setting surrounded by magnificent mountains.
• Dukezong Ancient Town: An ancient town over 1,300 years old, considered one of the best-preserved ancient Tibetan residential areas in China, featuring stone houses, prayer wheels, and an authentic cultural atmosphere.

Evening

• Have dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, return to the hotel for check-in and rest.
• Overnight in Shangri-La.

Morning

• Have breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out procedures.
• Guests visit the Yak Museum – a unique exhibition space introducing the nomadic culture of the Tibetan Plateau and the role of yaks in the daily lives of local people. Here, visitors can learn about the history of yak herding, yak products such as milk, butter, and wool, and experience the distinctive culture of the mysterious Shangri-La region.
• The vehicle takes guests to Lijiang.
• Here, guests visit Tiger Leaping Gorge - one of the deepest and most majestic gorges in the world, where the Jinsha River flows between Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain. Legend has it that a tiger once leaped across the narrow section of the river to escape, giving the scenic site its legendary name.

Afternoon

• Have lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon: Continue sightseeing:
• Black Dragon Pool Park: Located at the foot of Longquan Mountain, along the Black Dragon River. It is also known as the Dragon King Temple in Lijiang. Black Dragon Pool Park was built in 1737 and, after nearly three centuries of ups and downs and historical changes, is considered one of the clearest witnesses to the prosperous period of Lijiang Ancient Town.
• Lijiang Ancient Town - captivates visitors with a network of canals winding through stone-paved streets, creating scenery often described as the “Venice of the East.” Its ancient wooden houses, red lanterns, and the slow-paced lifestyle of the Naxi people give the town a romantic yet tranquil beauty. Walking through the old town feels like stepping into an old film, where every corner tells stories dating back hundreds of years along the legendary Ancient Tea Horse Road.

Evening

• Guests are free to experience local cuisine.
• Option: After dinner, guests can choose to enjoy the “Lijiang Eternal Love” show - a large-scale live performance known as the “soul of Lijiang,” recreating more than a thousand years of Naxi history and legends through dance, music, modern stage technology, and vivid 3D effects. From the legends of the creation of the world and the Ancient Tea Horse Road to the mysterious land of Shangri-La, the show takes audiences on an emotional journey through snow-capped mountains, lakes, and romantic love stories of southwestern China. (At guests’ own expense)
• Show Information
• Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
• Showtimes (for reference):
• Show 1: 14:00 – 15:00 (peak season)
• Show 2: 16:30 – 17:30
• Show 3: 19:30 – 20:30
• The show schedule may be adjusted according to the season and actual number of visitors. Guests are advised to arrive approximately 30–45 minutes before the show to collect tickets and settle into their seats.
• Reference ticket prices:
• Standard seat: CNY 170/guest
• VIP seat: CNY 190/guest
• Overnight in Lijiang.

Morning

• After breakfast, the vehicle and tour guide take the group to visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area - one of the most famous symbols of Lijiang, with snow-covered peaks throughout the year, majestic natural scenery, and the distinctive fresh air of the Yunnan highlands. Guests take the Yunshanping cable car up Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy panoramic views of the lush primeval spruce forest below.

Afternoon

• The group has lunch at a local restaurant.
• Afternoon: The group will enjoy a particularly interesting experience that is an essential part of this journey. Guests are presented with the “Impression Lijiang” show, directed by renowned director Zhang Yimou. This outdoor musical is performed at an altitude of over 3,000 meters, with the sky and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain serving as the main backdrop - something that is truly difficult to imagine without experiencing it firsthand.
• Continue to stop and admire:
• Blue Moon Valley - a famous valley known for its emerald-blue waters throughout the year, creating an impressive natural landscape resembling a traditional Chinese ink-wash painting. (Electric shuttle bus is not included.)
• Yushui Village - a peaceful ancient village at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, considered the cradle of traditional Naxi culture. The village is notable for its crystal-clear streams, giant waterwheels, rustic wooden architecture, and natural deity worship area, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual life and unique Dongba art of the Naxi people.

Evening

• The group transfers to the high-speed train to Kunming. Guests have dinner at their own expense on the train.
• Upon arrival in Kunming, the vehicle takes guests back to the hotel for check-in and rest.
• Overnight in Kunming.

Morning

• Have breakfast and complete check-out procedures. Guests visit Guandu Ancient Town - one of Kunming’s ancient towns with a history of more than 1,000 years, preserving the traditional architecture and culture of the Yunnan region. Walking along the ancient stone-paved streets, guests can admire centuries-old temples, pavilions and shrines, traditional Chinese wooden houses, and immerse themselves in the peaceful rhythm of local life. This is also an ideal place to explore Yunnan specialties and choose souvenirs with distinctive local characteristics.

Afternoon

• At the appointed time, the vehicle and tour guide take the group to the airport to complete the procedures for the flight back to Vietnam.
• End of the tour program.

Evening

• End of the tour program.