Journey Overview
Yunnan is China's most ethnically diverse province, home to 25 of China's 56 recognized minorities. This eight-day journey takes you from the cobblestone streets of Lijiang to the serene shores of Erhai Lake and the Tibetan highlands of Shangri-La. Every day brings new landscapes, new cultures, and new flavors.
Journey Highlights
- Lijiang Old Town sunrise photography
- Naxi minority family dinner
- Erhai Lake cycling and fishing village visit
- Tibetan monastery private blessing ceremony
- Dongba shaman culture demonstration
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Lijiang
Airport pickup. Evening walk through Lijiang Old Town.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Cable car ascent. Blue Moon Valley. Naxi cultural show.
Lijiang Culture
Dongba culture center. Black Dragon Pool. Naxi family dinner.
Drive to Dali
Scenic mountain drive. Erhai Lake sunset cruise.
Dali Exploration
Dali Old Town. Three Pagodas. Local market and cooking class.
Shangri-La
Drive to Shangri-La. Songzanlin Monastery visit. Tibetan dinner.
Tibetan Highlands
Pudacuo National Park hike. Yak butter tea ceremony. Souvenir shopping.
Departure
Airport transfer from Shangri-La or return to Lijiang.
Usually Included in This Starting Example
This list describes the current starting example, not a booking confirmation. Your quotation controls the final scope, suppliers, dates, quantities, and service windows.
- Private 4WD vehicle
- Local ethnic minority guides
- Boutique courtyard hotels
- Daily breakfast + selected meals
- Cable car and park entrances
- Cultural ceremony fees
- Support hours and contact channel stated in your booking confirmation
Not Included Unless Stated in Your Quotation
- International flights and passport or visa costs
- Travel insurance, personal purchases, and personal expenses
- Meals, upgrades, activities, and services not listed in the written quotation
- Costs caused by traveler-requested changes or third-party disruption unless expressly covered
Journey information last reviewed .