Tour Highlights & Cultural Icons
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World Heritage & Sacred Alpine Peaks: Marvel at the spectacular limestone pillars of the Stone Forest Scenic Area, and ascend to the mountain top of Yulong (Jade Dragon) Snow Mountain via cable car to explore the majestic Glacier Park and the turquoise waters of Blue Moon Valley.
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Romantic Lakeside Living: Spend an immersive day discovering Dali’s iconic waterscapes, enjoying a luxury cruise on Erhai Lake, walking or cycling along the Erhai Ecological Corridor, and relaxing at the famous S Bay of Erhai.
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Living History & Ethnic Heritage: Stroll through the traditional courtyards of Xizhou Old Town, browse the lantern-lit alleys of Lijiang Old Town, explore the peaceful lanes of Shuhe Old Town, and discover the deep minority culture in Chuxiong.
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Double World-Class Performances: Immerse yourself in the artistic wonders of Yunnan with included premium tickets to both the spectacular Romantic Show of Lijiang (Lijiang千古情) and the grand outdoor Lijiang Impression Show (印象丽江).
Why Choose This Premium Private Journey?
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Handpicked Premium Accommodations: Stay comfortably throughout your journey in handpicked 4 nights five-star hotels and 1 night four-star hotel, ensuring a relaxing, high-quality retreat after every day of exploration.
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Colorful Hands-on Experiences: Immerse yourself in a colorful array of hands-on experiences throughout your journey, bringing you into intimate contact with native craftsmanship and living folklore.
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Authentic Ethnic Gastronomy: Savor diverse ethnic specialty dishes during your journey, highlighted by tasting the legendary, traditional Long Street Feast of the Yi ethnic group in Chuxiong.
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Seamless Round-the-Clock Transfers: Relax completely with our dedicated private airport or railway station pick-up upon arrival and flexible drop-off coordination at the end of the trip.
6-Day Curated Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Kunming – Private Hub Pick-up & Rest
Welcome to Kunming, China’s beautiful “Spring City”! Our dedicated team will provide a seamless private pick-up from the airport or train station to transfer you smoothly to your hotel for check-in. Take a good rest in your premium room to adjust to the altitude and pace of the city.
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Accommodations: Handpicked Five-Star Hotel in Kunming
Day 2: Kunming – Magnificent Stone Forest – Chuxiong Yi Ethnic Long Street Feast
Depart from your hotel to explore the world-famous Stone Forest Scenic Area, walking through a surreal labyrinth of towering, ancient limestone karst formations. In the afternoon, transfer to Chuxiong, the capital of the Yi ethnic prefecture. In the evening, immerse yourself in vibrant local culture and taste the traditional Long Street Feast of the Yi ethnic group, enjoying authentic regional specialties and hospitality.
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Meals: Breakfast and Yi Ethnic Dinner included
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Accommodations: Handpicked Four-Star Hotel in Chuxiong
Day 3: Chuxiong – Dali Erhai Day Tour (Xizhou, S Bay, Luxury Cruise & Ecological Corridor)
Journey from Chuxiong into the romantic lakeside realm of Dali. Explore the beautiful heritage architecture and morning crafts of Xizhou Old Town. Next, head to the scenic S Bay of Erhai for leisure and postcard-perfect photos. Enjoy a luxury cruise on Erhai Lake to take in the mountain views from the water, and wind down with a peaceful stroll along the beautiful Erhai Ecological Corridor.
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Meals: Breakfast included
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Accommodations: Handpicked Five-Star Hotel in Dali
Day 4: Dali – Sacred Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Summit – Lijiang Romantic Show & Old Town
Depart early for Lijiang to conquer the magnificent Yulong (Jade Dragon) Snow Mountain. Take the large cable car straight to the mountain top to step onto the spectacular plateau ice sheets of Glacier Park. In the afternoon, experience the high-energy, spectacular Romantic Show of Lijiang. Conclude your evening wandering the magical, glowing canal maze of the historic Lijiang Old Town.
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Meals: Breakfast included
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Accommodations: Handpicked Five-Star Hotel in Lijiang
Day 5: Lijiang – Shuhe Old Town – Lijiang Impression Show & Blue Moon Valley – Fast Train to Kunming
Escape the morning crowds by exploring the quiet, cobblestone paths of Shuhe Old Town. Next, head to the open-air theater at the foot of the mountain to witness the grand Lijiang Impression Show directed by Zhang Yimou. Wander the stunning, turquoise terrace-pools of Blue Moon Valley and the wide Ganhaizi Wetland before boarding a comfortable, fast train back to Kunming at night.
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Meals: Breakfast included
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Accommodations: Handpicked Five-Star Hotel in Kunming
Day 6: Kunming Departure – 24-Hour Private Hub Drop-off
Savor your final morning in the Spring City for last-minute boutique souvenir shopping or enjoying a leisurely breakfast. Based on your flight or high-speed rail departure schedule, our private vehicle will provide a seamless airport or station drop-off, concluding your premium 6-day Yunnan grand loop expedition.
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Meals: Breakfast included