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1 Arrive in Kunming |
Upon arrival, welcome at airport and transfer to your hotel. Visit the vibrant Flower & Bird Market, the Central Square of old town quarter and Kunming's symbol building–Golden Horse & Green Phoenix Archway. |
| Birds & Flowers Market: |
Kunming is a paradise for flowers and birds. The market there is full of exotic species of both, making it an excellent place to leisurely stroll around and take in the sights. |
| Day 2 Stone Forest (B,L) |
| A rare experience today is excursion to the World Geopark - Stone Forest. Then visit Sani Ethnic Village. |
| Stone Forest: |
Believed to have formed 270 million years ago, this enchanting limestone landscape is a natural wonder filled with countless puzzle-like labyrinths and intricate stone formations. |
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3 Kunming to Dali (B,L) Transfer by car |
Morning tour to the Western Hill and overlook Dianchi. Afternoon drive to Dali and free time in Dali Ancient Town. |
| Dali Old Town: |
The magnificent towers, elegant streets, exquisite courtyards, colorful flowers, and rippling water take visitors back in time to a more simple time filled with quiet charm.
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| Day
4 Dali (B,L) |
Morning cruise the Lake Erhai. Disembark to visit Xizhou Village to explore Bai people's historic architecture and taste Three courses of Tea. After lunch, observe Bai's patterned Tie-dyed cloth handicrafts in Zhoucheng Village, then head for the famous Three Pagodas. At night, have fun on the Foreigner Street in the Dali ancient town. |
| Bai Traditional House: |
Most of the houses are made of marble and feature a unique style that expresses the Bai people's deep wisdom and culture. |
| Three Pagodas: |
Yet another representative of ancient Chinese architecture, the pagodas at Dali are stately and well-preserved. Each pagoda is home to Buddhist scriptures and significant cultural relics. |
| Zhoucheng Village: |
As an ancient handicraft industry center, Zhoucheng village is well known for its craftsmanship. A plethora of handmade crafts make great choices as souvenirs to remind you of China. |
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5 Dali to Lijiang (B,L) Transfer by car |
After breakfast, drive to Lijiang. This afternoon, explore the Old Town of Lijiang and Black Dragon Pool. Then ascent Wangu Tower on Small Lion Hill for bird's eye views of the town in sunset. |
| Lijiang Old Town: |
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town enjoys a long history of over 800 years and is probably the best-preserved old town in China with a deep background of multi-culture. |
| Black Dragon Pool : |
Inside this picturesque park, you will have an opportunity to learn about the Dongba religion & its distinctive pictographic characters at the Dongba Cultural Research Institute. |
| Lion Hill : |
On the Lion Hill in Lijiang, you could have a bird-view of the Mu's Residence. |
| Day
6 Lijiang (B,L,D) |
Full day excursion to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, visit 3,700 meters high Yak Meadow (by ropeway), White Water River, Jade Water Village, Dongba Gods Garden and the Jade Summit Lamasery. During the tour at the vast Sweet Sea Meadow, watch grand open-air show"Impression of Lijiang" |
| Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: |
18,000 feet above sea level, looks like a gigantic dragon clad in white snow all year round. It is a sanctuary for rare animals and wild plants. |
| Yak Meadow: |
As a part of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, it is the paradise for the yak. |
| Impression of Lijiang: |
It is a grand open-air show that direct by Zhang Yimou with the natural background of the snow mountain. |
| Day 7 Depart Lijiang (B) |
You will be free today until the tour guide escort you to the Lijiang airport. |
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