Itinerary
- Day 1
Kunming
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Weilong Hotel)
- Day 2
Kunming
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic Yunnan Cross-bridge Rice Noodles - delicate rice noodles in rich broth with various toppings)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Weilong Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Stone Forest (80km from Kunming, about 1.5 hours' drive) - explore Big and Small Stone Forests by sightseeing bus
- Visit Yuantong Temple - tour the Bronze Buddha Hall and explore the unique 'Downhill Temple' design
- Scenic walk at Green Lake Park (Cuihu Park) - enjoy the lake and local atmosphere
Landmarks Stone Forest Yuantong Temple Green Lake Park - Day 3
Kunming to Dali
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple with views of Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake
- Tour Chongsheng Temple - explore the Mahavira Hall and enjoy panoramic views
- Take electric cart along ecological corridor of west side of Erhai Lake
- Explore Dali Ancient Town independently - stroll main streets like Renmin Road and Foreigner Street
Landmarks Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple Chongsheng Temple Erhai Lake Dali Ancient Town 
- Day 4
Dali to Shangri-La
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Ramada by Wyndham Diqing)
Included Activities
- Explore Xizhou Morning Market - experience local customs, produce, handicrafts, and local snacks
- Walking tour of Xizhou Ancient Town - visit Yan Family Compound and traditional Bai residences
- Participate in 'Three Courses of Tea' ceremony - experience Bai cultural practice
- Visit Zhoucheng Village - observe traditional tie-dye art and Bai embroidery workshops
Landmarks Xizhou Ancient Town Yan Family Compound Zhoucheng Village - Day 5
Shangri-La
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hostel (Ramada by Wyndham Diqing)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Pudacuo National Park (about 40 minutes)
- Leisurely hike around Shudu Lake (altitude 3,705m) - crystal-clear water in pristine setting
- Sightseeing bus and short hike around Bita Lake (altitude 3,568m) - turquoise waters with snow-capped backdrop
- Visit Songzanlin Monastery (Ganden Sumtsenling) - explore three grand halls and witness Tibetan monks chanting
- Visit Dukezong Ancient Town - explore traditional Tibetan houses, temples, and pagodas
- Hike up Guishan Hill and turn the world's largest prayer wheel - capture panoramic town views
- Visit Tibetan family - experience authentic daily life and sample local snacks and yak butter tea
Landmarks Pudacuo National Park Shudu Lake Bita Lake Songzanlin Monastery Lamuyangcuo Lake Dukezong Ancient Town Guishan Hill - Day 6
Shangri-La to Lijiang
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wangfu Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Upper Section of Tiger Leaping Gorge - walk along plank road with views of Jinsha River and snow mountains
- Stop at First Bend of the Yangtze River - climb observation deck for panoramic river views
- Explore Lijiang Old Town (Dayan Old Town) - wander cobbled streets, ancient bridges, and waterways
- Visit Sifang Street - explore Naxi handicrafts, souvenirs, and local specialties
- Visit Black Dragon Pond Park - enjoy scenic views with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain backdrop
Optional Activities
- Take lift at Tiger Leaping Gorge - conserve energy while ascending (available for fee)
Landmarks Tiger Leaping Gorge Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Haba Snow Mountain First Bend of the Yangtze River Lijiang Old Town Sifang Street Black Dragon Pond Park 
- Day 7
Lijiang
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Special hot pot meal - hearty lunch with snow mountain views)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wangfu Hotel)
Included Activities
- Take 10-minute cable car ride to Spruce Meadow (3,240m) - explore meadows and pristine forests with panoramic views
- Visit Blue Moon Valley - view four lakes including Jade Liquid Lake with turquoise water
- Special hot pot lunch - enjoy hearty meal with snow mountain views
- Visit Baisha Village - explore Baisha Murals in temples like Dabaoji Palace and Liuli Temple
Optional Activities
- Visit Shuhe Ancient Town - peaceful stop on Tea Horse Road with traditional Naxi architecture and local snacks
Landmarks Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Spruce Meadow Blue Moon Valley Jade Liquid Lake White Water Terrace Baisha Village Baisha Murals Dabaoji Palace Liuli Temple Wenchang Palace Shuhe Ancient Town - Day 8
Lijiang
