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Essence of Southwest China

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From Kunming to Hong Kong
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kunming

    Kunming
    Start point
    Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) 昆明长水国际机场, Airport Expy 机场高速, Kunming Shi, Yunnan, China (Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1. Please look for a note in the hotel lobby or ask the hotel reception where it will take place.)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Green Lake Park
    • Explore The Loft (disused factory area with galleries and cafes)
    • Visit Yuantong Temple (grandest Buddhist temple in Yunnan province)
    Landmarks
    Green Lake Park
    Yuantong Temple
    The Loft
  3. Day 2

    Kunming to Dali

    Kunming to Dali
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk around Dali's ancient town

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Foreigner Street in the Ancient City
    Landmarks
    Erhai Lake
    Dali Ancient City
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  4. Day 3

    Xizhou

    Xizhou
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Xizhou town
    • Guided tour of local markets
    • Interact with local families in traditional courtyards
    • Try local snacks

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car up Cangshan Mountain
    • Visit Three Pagodas
    Landmarks
    Butterfly Spring
    Xizhou
    Cangshan Mountain
    Three Pagodas
  5. Day 4

    Dali to Lijiang

    Dali to Lijiang
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Wangu Pagoda at Lion Hill
    • Explore Heilongtan Park
    • Wander cobbled streets in the old town
    • Shopping in the old town
    Landmarks
    Wangu Pagoda
    Lion Hill
    Heilongtan Park
    Lijiang Old Town
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  6. Day 5

    Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge

    Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek through Tiger Leaping Gorge - Day 1 (approximately 4-6 hours of hiking)
    Landmarks
    Tiger Leaping Gorge
    Yangzi River
    24 Bends
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  7. Day 6

    Tiger Leaping Gorge to Walnut Grove

    Tiger Leaping Gorge to Walnut Grove
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek through Tiger Leaping Gorge - Day 2 (approximately 4 hours of hiking)

    Optional Activities

    • Further hikes to lookout points from Walnut Grove
    Landmarks
    Walnut Grove
  8. Day 7

    Tiger Leaping Gorge to Shangri-La

    Tiger Leaping Gorge to Shangri-La
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walk through Dukezong Ancient Town
    Landmarks
    Dukezong Ancient Town
    Largest Gilded Prayer Wheel
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  9. Day 8

    Shangri-La

    Shangri-La
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sumtseling Monastery

    Optional Activities

    • Hire a van to Xiaozhongdian and visit Tibetan villages
    • Try yak butter tea at a local's home
    Landmarks
    Sumtseling Monastery
    Xiaozhongdian
  10. Day 9

    Shangri-La to Yangshuo

    Shangri-La to Yangshuo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour through Yangshuo on arrival
    Landmarks
    Li River
    Yangshuo Old Town
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  11. Day 10

    Yangshuo

    Yangshuo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through local market
    • Cooking class at converted country house

    Optional Activities

    • Li River cruise
    • Cycling tour through the countryside and nearby villages
    • Tai Chi session
    Landmarks
    Li River
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  12. Day 11

    Yangshuo

    Yangshuo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Pick tea leaves, make tea, and listen to tea rhyme at Seven Fairies Peak tea plantation
    • Mountaineering at Xianggong Hill and viewing Li River
    • Discover the Ancient Stone Village
    Landmarks
    Seven Fairies Peak
    Xianggong Hill
    Ancient Stone Village
  13. Day 12

    Yangshuo to Hong Kong

    Yangshuo to Hong Kong
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Hong Kong with leader

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Temple Street night market
    • Watch light show at Victoria Harbour
    Landmarks
    Temple Street Night Market
    Victoria Harbour
  14. Day 13

    Hong Kong

    Hong Kong
    End point
    Metropark Hotel Kowloon 九龍維景酒店, 75 Waterloo Rd, Kowloon, Hong Kong (Your adventure comes to an end today after check-out, 08:00 - 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • 4.6

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  • Nathalie
    Nathalie4.0•August 2025
    It was very good tour and we have enjoyed the trip, I have been with my wife and the group tour was excellent
    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Truly China Travel
    Dear Nathalie, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It brings us immense joy to hear that you and your wife had such a fantastic time on the group tour. Our team at TRUYLY CHINA TRAVEL always strives to craft memorable and seamless travel experiences for every guest, and your kind words are the best reward for our efforts. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We sincerely hope to welcome you and your wife back to explore more amazing destinations in China soon. Warm regards, TRUYLY CHINA TRAVEL
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  • SallyJaneStephenLaura5.0•November 2019
    Tour was excellent. Better than expected. Amy (the tour leader) was particularly good. Great itinerary - a lot packed...
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Reply from: Truly China Travel
    Hi Sally, Wow, thank you for this fantastic review! We’re over the moon to hear the tour was even better than you expected. Huge thanks for shouting out Amy — we’ll definitely let her know how much you loved her leading the tour. And we’re so glad the jam-packed itinerary hit the spot for you! We can’t wait to plan your next amazing China adventure whenever you’re ready. Best wishes, TRUYLY CHINA TRAVEL
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