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The route winds through Yunnan's highlights from Dali's Three Pagodas to Lijiang's ancient waterways. Green Lake Park in Kunming beckons visitors, while Yuanyang's terraced landscapes offer stunning views. Xizhou's thousand-year-old architecture stands as a testament to time, complemented by traditional workshops and visits to minority villages.
Duration 13 days Destinations Chengdu, Lijiang, Dali, Kunming, Jianshui, Yuanyang, Sapa, Hanoi Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures From $2,299
17% Off- US$1,908You save $390
Essence of Southwest China
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Tour was excellent. Better than expected. Great itinerary - a lot packed into a short time.”
SallyJaneStephenLaura, traveled in October 2019
Yunnan's diverse landscapes stretch from Kunming's eternal spring to Shangri-La's snow-capped peaks. The Three Pagodas rise in Dali, Lijiang's ancient lanes beckon, and Tiger Leaping Gorge awaits trekkers. Kunming Longteng Hotel provides comfort while Bai and Naxi communities share their traditions.
Duration 13 days Destinations Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Shangri-La, Yangshuo, Hong Kong Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Truly China Travel From
17% Off- US$3,965
Gems of China: Shangri-La, Yunnan, Snow Mt. Meili & Yubeng Village (Private Custom)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Pristine wilderness unfolds from Shangri-La to Yubeng Village. The Mingyong Glacier presents stunning vistas, while ancient Feilai Monastery and Balagezong Scenic Area's emerald waters captivate visitors. Authentic guesthouses provide local cultural experiences for around $2,400.
Duration 7 days Destinations Shangri-La Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Odynovo From
17% Off- US$2,392
China Exploration: From Ancient Capitals to Shangri-La (Private Custom)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Starting with the process of building and adjusting all the details of the trip to our wish, all was perfect.”
Marijana, traveled in June 2024
Mystical landscapes unfold from Dali's Erhai Lake to Shangri-La's Pudacuo National Park. The Naxi culture thrives in Lijiang, where ancient towns and distinctive properties like The Bivou Lijiang welcome travelers.
Duration 13 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La, Chengdu Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Odynovo From
17% Off- US$2,905
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Tour was excellent. Better than expected. Amy (the tour leader) was particularly good. Great itinerary - a lot packed into a short time.
Essence of Southwest China
- Gems of China: Shangri-La, Yunnan, Snow Mt. Meili & Yubeng Village (Private Custom)
We have just finished a private Indian Tour with Odynova. I suggested my rough itinery and they did the rest, organizing sightseeing, hotels and travel between cities. We had an excellent driver and local guides in the cities we visited making it a stress free adventure. Don Li my main contact with the company always answered my queries promptly and honestly. I would highly recommend this company. Rebecca R
- China Exploration: From Ancient Capitals to Shangri-La (Private Custom)
Wonderful tour. Well organized and very informative. I have been on guided tours with another company and this was the best by far. The excursions/ daily itinerary were informative and interesting. The guides were all local guides and knowledgeable about the culture of their cities and spoke English well.
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- 12 to 90 years old
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- 4.5 (22 reviews)
"Tour was excellent. Better than expected. Amy (the tour leader) was particularly good. Great itinerary - a lot packed into a short time.
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- 2 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 79 years old
- Adventure type
- Active
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- 8h
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- $393
- 5.0 (390 reviews)
"We have just finished a private Indian Tour with Odynova. I suggested my rough itinery and they did the rest, organizing sightseeing, hotels and travel between cities. We had an excellent driver and local guides in the cities we visited making it a stress free adventure. Don Li my main contact with the company always answered my queries promptly and honestly. I would highly recommend this company. Rebecca R
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- 2 tours
- Age range
- 2 to 85 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 12h
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- 100%
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- $394
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15 tours in YunnanExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Yunnan. We have 15 adventures that vary from 4 days to 14 days. With the greatest number of departures in November, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La
Guangzhou, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La
Demographics
The Essence of Southwest China tour really works well if you're traveling solo. It kicks off with a welcome meet-up in Kunming before diving into Yunnan's cultural core. You get a good balance - join the group to wander through Dali's old markets and streets, then take evenings at your own pace to find local spots to eat and relax. The Tiger Leaping Gorge trek tends to bring people together naturally as they tackle those famous 24 bends together. Our guides are great at creating a friendly group feeling while helping individual travelers get comfortable with local experiences, like trying traditional Bai snacks in Xizhou or joining the morning crowd at Kunming's Green Lake Park.
Couples tend to connect well with our cultural immersion tours through Yunnan. The Tailor-Made routes let you move at your own rhythm, which pairs really appreciate. It's those quiet moments that make the trip special - sharing tea with Naxi families in their courtyards, watching the sun set over Erhai Lake and finding peaceful spots in Lijiang's old quarters. The private transfers between stops give couples quality time to take in the changing views, from Cangshan's snowy peaks to Yuanyang's stepped rice fields. Our guides have a good sense of when to add cultural context and when to step back and let couples explore on their own.
Young travelers usually go for our active routes that mix cultural experiences with physical challenges. You'll do proper hiking through Tiger Leaping Gorge - about 4-6 hours daily - plus options to cycle around Dali's lake and climb up to viewpoints above ancient towns. The pace keeps you moving but leaves room to explore night markets, try cooking classes and hang out in Lijiang's cafe scene. These tours work because they blend the must-see spots with local life - you might spend your morning picking tea with local farmers and end up trading stories with other travelers in a Tibetan guesthouse near Shangri-La.
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