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Yunnan Delights

Explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Yunnan

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Explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Yunnan, starting with Kunming's Stone Forest, known as the "No.1 Wonder under Heaven." Travel to Lijiang to witness the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and experience the unique "Impression of Lijiang" performance. Discover the beauty of Tiger Leaping Gorge and the historic town of Lijiang, before heading to Dali to explore its ancient city and Erhai Lake. Conclude your adventure with a departure from Dali, filled with memories of stunning landscapes and rich culture.

Highlights

  • Kunming
  • Kunming /Lijiang
  • Lijiang
  • Lijiang- Tiger Leaping Gorge-Lijiang
  • Lijiang-Dali
  • Dali

Itinerary

Day 01

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Kunming

Upon arrival Kunming, which is known as the "City of Eternal Spring" due to its cool summers and mild winters, your tour guide will meet you and transfer to your Hotel

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Day 02

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Kunming/Lijiang

Cup of coffee

Breakfast

Fork & Knife

Lunch

In the morning, we will travel to the Stone Forest Scenic Area. The Stone Forest is called the "No.1 Wonder under Heaven". The area is a deeply eroded limestone Karst area and is the highest karst terrain in the world. The unique natural sights and Sani folklore are characteristics of the Stone Forest Scenic Area. In late afternoon, back to the city and visit old town area or Flower and Bird Market if time permits. Then, take the fast train to Lijiang.

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Day 03

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Kunming/Dali

Cup of coffee

Breakfast

Fork & Knife

Lunch

After breakfast, we will visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which has rich vegetation coverage, ranging from subtropical to alpine. We will take a cable car up the mountain and back. Afterwords visit the Blue Moon Valley (with battery car), where the white-water river flows down the cliffs from the ancient ice of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Glacier, forming a crystal clear, Sweet River in the deep valley.”Impression of Lijiang” is one of Zhang Yimou’s “Impression Series”. The performance is set on a snowy mountain, with folk culture as the theme and local farmers as the performers. It is staged on the open-air stage of Ganhaizi Theatre in Jade Dragon Mountain at an altitude of 3,100 meters, show the true feeling of the Aborigines to Heaven, earth, people and mountains.

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Day 04

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Lijiang- Tiger Leaping Gorge -Lijiang

Cup of coffee

Breakfast

Fork & Knife

Lunch

Full-day excursion to the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge and First Bend of the Yangtze River. When you return back to Lijiang, you also can visit the old town centre of Lijiang is known as Dayan which was listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list in 1997 and experience its culture.

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Day 05

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Lijiang-Dali

Cup of coffee

Breakfast

Fork & Knife

Lunch

Drive to Dali in the morning. You will visit the ancient city of Dali, Dali Museum, have a boat trip on Erhai Lake.

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Day 06

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Dali departure

Cup of coffee

Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your flight exit.

Hotel Accommodation: 4star hotel

Inclusions

  • 4star hotel accommodation
  • Meals
  • English speaking guide
  • Land transfers
  • Admission to sightseeing place as per the itinerary

Cost

Twin Share Single
2365.00 /pax (Two pax travelling) * $2365 +$395

*Itinerary and costs subject to change. Airline, fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

  • Airfare
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping (CNY100/day/person)

Terms & Conditions

  1. Full payment of the tour cost is required at the time of booking.
  2. China Travel Service New Zealand will confirm whether the tour will proceed. Full refund will be made if the tour not materalised.
  3. The minimum number of participants for this tour is 20 people.

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