7-Day Private Sightseeing in Yunnan
Discover Yunnan in 7 days, exploring Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and ancient towns.
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- Tour Code: CT-KDLS-07-1
- Duration of the trip: 7 Days
- Hotel： 6 Nights
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Discover Yunnan in 7 days, exploring Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and ancient towns.
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With years of experience in group travel across China, we provide professional tour guides,
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spots, enjoying authentic food, and discovering local culture
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value than private tours with small groups of 6-12 people and year-round departures.
Itinerary
Explore each day’s highlights, pace, routes, hotels, meals, and photos—so you know exactly what to expect along the way.
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Upon arrival in Yunnan, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your 4+ star hotel for check-in. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for your exciting Yunnan adventure.
After breakfast, we'll start your journey by visiting the Stone Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique limestone formations that resemble a stone forest.
Next, we'll head to Kunming Old Street, where you can explore the historic area, shop for local handicrafts, and immerse yourself in Kunming's rich culture.
After breakfast, we'll drive to Dali, a city renowned for its scenic beauty.
First, visit Xizhou Village to experience Bai ethnic culture and try your hand at the traditional tie-dye craft.
Then, we'll head to Erhai Lake for stunning views and a relaxing stroll by the water.
In the afternoon, explore Dali Old Town, where you can admire its ancient architecture and lively atmosphere.
In the morning, visit the Three Pagodas Temple, an iconic site with over a thousand years of history.
Afterward, head to the Cangshan Gate for beautiful views of the mountain and surroundings.
In the afternoon, we'll drive to Lijiang and explore its UNESCO-listed Old Town, known for its well-preserved ancient buildings and vibrant Naxi culture.
Start your day with a visit to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, where you can take a cable car ride to view its snow-capped peaks.
In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful visit to Blue Moon Valley, famous for its crystal-clear blue water and stunning natural surroundings, perfect for a relaxing walk and photo opportunities.
After breakfast, we'll travel to Shangri-La, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way.
In the afternoon, visit Songzanlin Temple, also known as the "Small Potala Palace," a Tibetan Buddhist monastery with golden roofs and breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys. Learn about Tibetan culture and Buddhism at this spiritual gem.
On your final day, we'll visit Pudacuo National Park, a pristine nature reserve filled with crystal-clear lakes, lush forests, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a tranquil walk through the park, taking in the beauty of the Tibetan plateau.
Afterward, we'll transfer you to Shangri-La Airport or Railway Station for your departure, marking the end of your memorable Yunnan tour.
Included & Excluded
From USD1600 per person
- The price is based on two people sharing a double room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
- Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
- Prices may vary depending on the season and promotional activities. Please consult your advisor for details.
Price Includes:
- Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide
- Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
- Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
- Lunches as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and high-speed train tickets
- One travel accident insurance per person
Cancellation Policy
We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
- Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
- 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
- 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
- 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
- 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
- 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure
Q & A
Will I get altitude sickness at Shangri-La or on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain?
Possibly mild, rarely serious. Shangri-La sits around 3,200 meters, and the cable-car top on Jade Dragon reaches about 4,506, where most people feel breathless. Because this route climbs gradually, most guests adjust well; oxygen cans cost roughly 20–40 yuan and help with headaches. Our advice: walk slowly, drink plenty of water, and skip alcohol on the first evening. If symptoms turn severe, we descend immediately.
Is the 7-day pace realistic, or will we spend too much time driving?
Realistic, if you accept that transfer days are part of the scenery. Kunming to Dali takes about 4.5 hours by car, Dali to Lijiang around 2.5, and Lijiang to Shangri-La about 3.5–4, so plan for one main attraction plus travel each day. Our private car makes those hours comfortable, with photo stops and no luggage handling. An Australian couple we hosted called the drives the best part.
How do tickets work across the trip? Do we need to book in advance?
We book the major tickets for you, but here is the landscape: Stone Forest around 130 yuan, Jade Dragon admission about 100 plus the cable car about 140, Songzanlin roughly 90 including shuttle, and Pudacuo a park ticket plus mandatory bus. Most are real-name, so your passport must match the booking. Peak-season weekends and holidays can sell out, so advance booking genuinely matters.
How much walking is involved? Is it suitable for parents or young kids?
Mostly gentle, with a few honest exceptions. Stone Forest involves stairs and narrow passages, Lijiang and Dali are cobbled, and Songzanlin has about 146 steps at 3,380 meters, so pace yourself. Pudacuo's wooden boardwalk is flat and easy. We adjust walking distance to your group; a 74-year-old guest from Chicago joined our Erhai stroll without problems. Tell us your limits and we will plan around them.
What will we eat? Are there options for vegetarians or picky eaters?
Yunnan's food is a highlight on its own: cross-bridge rice noodles in Kunming, Bai cheese and Xizhou baba in Dali, Naxi grilled fish in Lijiang, and Tibetan yak hotpot with butter tea in Shangri-La. Wild mushroom hotpot is superb but seasonal, so we only use reputable restaurants. Vegetarians are well covered, and we communicate allergies and spice levels for you. English menus are inconsistent, but our guide orders.
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