Explore Three Cities: Lijiang, Dali & Shangri-La 6-Day Pure Sightseeing Tour

Duration 6 Days / 5 Nights
Group size 2-12 Travelers
Season Year-round

Trip Overview

This 6-day Northwest Yunnan tour covers the highlights of Lijiang, Dali, and Shangri-La, including iconic attractions such as Yulong Snow Mountain, Erhai Lake, Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Potatso National Park, Lijiang Ancient Town, Dukezong Ancient Town, and Tiger Leaping Gorge. Enjoy a pure sightseeing experience with no shopping stops, guided 24/7 by a dedicated travel concierge. Explore the region’s snow-capped mountains, clear lakes, and ancient towns at your own pace.

Travel comfortably on an upgraded 2+1 first-class coach (excluding airport transfers and Impression Lijiang show transfers). Stay in Four-star hotels in Lijiang, lakeside hotel in Dali, and a characteristic hotel in Shangri-La, with optional same-sex shared rooms to waive the single supplement. Savor local cuisine such as Dali Clay Pot Fish and Tibetan Chief Feast, enjoy two major live cultural performances, and use cold-weather gear and oxygen for Yulong Snow Mountain, for a fully immersive experience of Northwest Yunnan’s natural wonders, Tibetan culture, and ethnic village life.

Trip Highlights

Exclusive Bonuses:

Two spectacular shows—“Impression Lijiang” and “Impression Eternal Love of Lijiang”—plus cold-weather gear and oxygen for Yulong Snow Mountain

Explore Three Cities: Lijiang, Dali & Shangri-La 6-Day Pure Sightseeing Tour

Local Cuisine:

5 breakfasts, 6 meals, 1 boxed lunch; highlights include Dali Clay Pot Fish, Lijiang Hot Pot Chicken, and Tibetan Chief Feast

Key Attractions:

Yulong Snow Mountain, Erhai Lake, Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Potatso National Park, and top 5A/4A scenic spots

Trendy Experiences:

Cycle and photo along Erhai S Bay, enjoy a private yacht on Erhai Lake, and a sunset wine dinner

Detailed Itinerary

6-Day Lijiang–Dali–Shangri-La Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lijiang

Meals: None Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Lijiang Transport: Private car transfer Itinerary: Arrive in Lijiang by flight and enjoy private transfer to the hotel for check-in. Free time to explore the city and taste local specialties such as Naxi barbecue and cured pork rib hot pot.

Day 2: Lijiang → Dali

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation: Dali lakeside hotel Transport: Air-conditioned coach (2+1 first-class) / Private yacht Itinerary: After breakfast, drive to Dali. Enjoy a private yacht cruise on Erhai Lake. Lunch features Dali Clay Pot Fish. Visit the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple (including shuttle bus), cycle and take photos along Erhai Ecological Corridor S Bay, and enjoy an afternoon tea. Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

Day 3: Dali → Lijiang

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Lijiang Transport: Air-conditioned coach (2+1 first-class) Itinerary: Visit Dali Ancient Town in the morning. Return to Lijiang with a packed lunch. In the afternoon, explore Yulong Snow Mountain (including Glacier Cableway, portable oxygen, and winter gear rental) and Blue Moon Valley (shuttle included). In the evening, enjoy the large-scale performance “Impression Lijiang”.

Day 4: Lijiang → Shangri-La

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner Accommodation: Shangri-La characteristic hotel Transport: Air-conditioned coach Itinerary: Visit Shuhe Ancient Town after breakfast. Enjoy Lijiang Hot Pot Chicken for lunch. Travel to Shangri-La and explore Potatso National Park. In the evening, enjoy a Tibetan Chief Feast with song and dance performance.

Day 5: Shangri-La → Lijiang

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Lijiang Transport: Air-conditioned coach Itinerary: Visit Dukezong Ancient Town and the world’s largest rotating prayer wheel, then Shambhala Wheel Temple. After lunch, return to Lijiang, visiting Tiger Leaping Gorge (or Napa Lake during rainy season). In the evening, enjoy “Impression Lijiang Ancient Love” performance or explore Lijiang Ancient Town at your leisure. Dinner on your own.

Day 6: Departure

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: N/A Transport: Private car transfer Itinerary: After breakfast, enjoy free time before private transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. End of tour.

What's Included

Included

Accommodation: 3 nights in Lijiang Four-star hotel, 1 night Dali lakeside hotel, 1 night Shangri-La characteristic hotel (double occupancy; same-sex shared rooms waive single supplement)
Meals: 5 breakfasts, 6 meals, 1 boxed lunch; includes Dali Clay Pot Fish, Lijiang Hot Pot Chicken, Tibetan Chief Feast
Attractions: First-entry tickets to all listed scenic spots
Extras: “Impression Lijiang” & “Impression Eternal Love of Lijiang” tickets, Yulong Snow Mountain gear & portable oxygen, shuttle service for Three Pagodas and Blue Moon Valley

Not Included

Single room supplement for solo travelers
Personal expenses outside the itinerary, e.g., hotel laundry, drinks, shopping
Optional activities or non-mandatory transport at scenic spots
Additional costs caused by force majeure, e.g., flight delays, vehicle breakdowns

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