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Yunnan Discovery

Shangri-la

Shangri-la

Lijiang Town

Lijiang Town

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Waterwheels in Lijiang

Waterwheels in Lijiang

 

Yunnan Dicovery

Yunnan is one of China's most spectacular regions, with unique local cultures, Buddhist Monasteries and magnificent mountain scenery.

Begin in the north of Yunnan, in the old town of Dali and visit the Three Pagodas, Erhai Lake and Dali Ancient Town.

Visit a Xizhou Bai Minority village before heading to the charming old town of Lijiang to explore the Old Town and Black Dragon Pond.

In Lijiang enjoy a morning visit to the Yak Meadow of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with a cable car trip included before discovering Naxi culture in Naxi minority village.

From Lijiang head to Shangri-la via Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest gorges on the planet, with spectacular scenery to rival anywhere in China.

In Shangri-la ruddy-faced Tibetans stand out from the Han Chinese, as does their architecture.

Visit Gedan Songzanlin, the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan before finishing the trip in the spectacular Stone Forest near Kunming.

As with all of our China holidays, this one is entirely amendable to suit your interests, time and budget. So just let us know your preferences.

Inclusions

  • International flights from the UK
  • All internal flights
  • Accommodation with breakfast
  • Private car, driver and guide on excursions
  • Entrance Fees
  • No airport transfers are included

Accommodation

  • 2 nights Dali
  • 3 nights Lijiang
  • 2 nights Shangri-la
  • 1 night Kunming

Excursions

  • Full day tour Three Pagodas, Erhai Lake and Dali
  • Half day tour Bai Minority Village
  • Full day tour Lijiang
  • Half day tour Lijiang - Old Town, Black Dragon Pond
  • Full day tour Tiger Leaping Gorge - Shangri-la
  • Full day tour Shangri-la
  • Half day tour Stone Forest Kunming

Day 1: Fly UK - Dali

Overnight flight from the UK to Dali in Yunnan.

Day 2: Dali

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check in, with the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight Dali. Breakfast included.

Day 3: Dali

Today visit The Three Pagodas, Erhai Lake and Dali Ancient Town.

The Three Pagodas are a highlight of a trip to Dali – the central one is over 1100 years old.

Visit Erhai Lake with its clear water and its reflections of land and sky.

In the afternoon visit old Dali with its historic sites, ancient buildings and temples.

The evening is free to explore Dali on your own. Your guide will be able to recommend some options for dining.

Overnight Dali. Lunch included.

Day 4: Dali - Lijiang

In the morning meet your guide and take a walk around the Xizhou Bai Minority village and local market, 18 km north of Dali.

From Dali transfer to Lijiang and visit Lijiang Old Town and Black Dragon Pond.

Lunch is included in a local restaurant.

Overnight Lijiang. Breakfast & Lunch included.

Day 5: Lijiang

Enjoy a morning visit to the Yak Meadow of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with a cable car trip included.

This morning also includes a spectacular outdoor singing and dancing performance performed at 3,100 m above sea level with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the backdrop.

Enjoy a local lunch before visiting a Naxi minority village and its ancient wall paintings in the afternoon.

Baisha Village nestles beneath Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, 8 km from Lijiang Old Town.

The village is really atmospheric, with Naxi people hurrying with worn bamboo crates of vegetables, goods being carried on horseback along dusty paths and elderly Naxi villagers passing the time of day. It's a great spot for photographers.

Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight Lijiang. Breakfast & Lunch included.

Day 6: Lijiang

In the morning visit Zhiyun Temple and a nearby village.

Standing by the mirror-like Lashi Lake, Zhiyun Temple is one of the five famous temples in Lijiang, built during the Qing Dynasty.

The afternoon is free for your own explorations of Lijiang. Your guide can assist with recommendations for things to do, places to see and dining suggestions.

Overnight Lijiang. Breakfast included.

Day 7: Shangri-la

This morning visit Tiger Leaping Gorge and enjoy a short walk there.

Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest gorges on the planet, with spectacular scenery to rival anywhere in China.

The first ‘Bay’ of the Yangtze is located here, a stretch of the Yangtze which curves around a mountain and an area of some historical significance in China.

A packed lunch is included en-route to Shangri-la.

Formerly known as Zhongdian, Shangri-la (as it was officially renamed in 2001) swirls with the smell of wood and charcoal permeating its cold, dry air.

Here, ruddy-faced Tibetans stand out from the Han Chinese, as does their architecture: square, three-storey homes with bright scrollwork trimming them.

Tea is mixed with yak butter for a high-calorie drink in this shivery climate.

Overnight Shangri-la. Breakfast & Lunch included.

Day 8: Shangri-la

Enjoy a morning visit to Gedan Songzanlin, the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and explore the old town in the afternoon, with a visit to a local family.

Gedan Songzanlin is really the best-preserved Tibetan city in China.

Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight Shangri-la. Breakfast & Lunch included.

Day 9: Kunming

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Kunming, the 3rd largest city in South-west China, and the political, cultural, economic and transportation centre of Yunnan.

On arrival meet your guide and visit Kunming’s Stone Forest and the local flower market in Kunming.

Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight Kunming. Breakfast & Lunch included.

Day 10: Kunming

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Day 11: Arrive UK

Arrive back in the UK

Is this a Private Tour or a Group Tour?

All of our China tours are private tailor made itineraries, customised for you - we can amend things to entirely suit you.

You will have your own private car, driver and English-speaking guide on excursions.

What are the departure dates?

Let us know your preferred dates of travel and we will find the best and most suitable flights to fit your itinerary.

As this is a private tour, there are no set departure dates. We can advise you on the best times of your to travel, and some times to avoid.

Which Airlines do you use?

We work with all the major airlines flying to China.

Typically for China, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, KLM, Air France, Cathay Pacific, Finnair and Air China would be airlines we often use.

However, just let us know your preferred airline if you have one. We can organise flights from any regional destination in the UK.

There are direct flights from the UK to a few destinations in China including Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu and of course Hong Kong.

Which Hotels do you use?

We're careful with our choice of hotels, but we're guided by our customers also. If you have some preferred hotels, just let us know.

We specialise in boutique hotels and so we will often suggest some of our favourite smaller hotels where we think these will be suitable.

China is a destination where large hotels predominate. These are geared for business and group travellers as the Chinese usually travel in groups.

We try to suggest smaller more personal hotels where we can.

In China, staying in a traditional Courtyard style hotel for a night or two is a great option and something we recommend.

Bear in mind however that beds can sometimes be hard and comfort levels aren't always the same as they might be in a standard hotel.

We keep on top of hotel developments in China from our office in Vietnam and regularly inspect the hotels we use.

Do you cater for Solo Travellers & Families?

Yes, we have many solo travellers, and China is generally a very safe destination for those travelling alone.

China offers some great activities and sights for families, whatever the ages of the children.

How long have you been organising holidays to China?

We've been organising tailor made holidays to China for over 10 years.

Our team has a wealth of combined experience in the industry and our Director has been involved in organising holidays to China and beyond since the early 1990's.

Our partners on the ground in China have over 20 years experience in operating there.

They are managed by a team of local people and expats, which we find is a combination which works very well indeed.

They understand China inside out and have a strong infrastructure of staff, guides and vehicles. We've had the same partnership in China for over 10 years.

How does your office in Vietnam help?

We have our own staff in Saigon, Vietnam which helps in many ways with our customers in the Far East.

It helps us to keep on top of any new hotel and travel developments in the region and forge stronger relationships with hotels and other partners.

We regularly do our own inspections of hotels and destinations in the region.

Should our clients need any assistance during a trip, we always have at least one of our own staff on the same time zone, and we're open 7 days a week in Saigon.

Superior Hotel Suggestions Dali:

Sky Valley Heritage Hotel

Superior Hotel Suggestions Lijiang:

Bivou (Superior)
Lux Lijiang
Banyan Tree (Deluxe)

Superior Hotel Suggestions Shangri-la:

Songtsam Shangri-la Hotel

Superior Hotel Suggestions Kunming:

Indigo Hotel

8 nights Yunnan Discovery - Superior: 

Price from £2,350 pp

This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.

Prices will vary according to choice of hotel and seasonal airfare and hotel surcharges. Please ask us for any current special offers.

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All of our China Tours are completely tailor made and we can put together any kind of itinerary to suit your interests and budget.

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