一、Overview
This 10-day 9-night cross-Yunnan tour is tailor-made for international travelers seeking long-distance in-depth nature and ethnic culture experience. The route covers Kunming, Dali, Shaxi, Lijiang, Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La, featuring multi-ethnic cultures of Bai, Naxi and Tibetans, as well as diverse landforms including plateau lakes, snow mountains, canyons and ancient towns. The package includes accommodation, full transportation, scenic tickets, professional guides and bilingual tour guide; all meals are excluded. It balances outdoor hiking, intangible heritage handcrafts, plateau wellness and off-the-beaten-path ancient town exploration, offering a slow-paced immersive authentic Yunnan journey.
二、Core Concept
Traversing diverse natural and cultural resources across Yunnan, this tour integrates wild nature exploration, immersive intangible cultural heritage experience and plateau physical & mental wellness. The itinerary lists confirmed scenic spots and standard activities only without exaggerated descriptions. It links Ancient Tea Horse Road, snow mountains, canyons and Tibetan secret lands in one trip, catering to solo travelers and small groups, delivering a long spiritual retreat away from conventional crowded sightseeing.
三、Target Guests
1. International travelers pursuing high-quality long-distance in-depth nature and ethnic culture experience;
2. Travel enthusiasts fond of outdoor hiking, plateau scenery, intangible culture and wellness healing;
3. Solo travelers and small groups preferring uncrowded authentic off-the-beaten-path destinations.
四、Hightlights
1. Cross-Yunnan route: Connect Kunming, Dali, Shaxi, Lijiang, Tiger Leaping Gorge and Shangri-La with full coverage of diverse landforms;
2. Multi-ethnic cultural immersion: Bai tie-dye, Naxi Dongba culture, Tibetan Buddhist temples and ancient Tea Horse Road market;
3. Multi-level nature exploration: Erhai cycling, Cangshan hiking, Tiger Leaping Gorge trekking, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Potatso National Park plateau lakes;
4. Plateau wellness experience: Sunrise yoga by Erhai, quiet meditation at snow mountains, wetland strolls and slow ancient town lifestyle;
5. Exclusive off-the-beaten spot: In-depth tour of Shaxi Ancient Town with less commercial crowds;
6. All-in-one transport: High-speed rail, domestic flight, full private vehicle and scenic shuttle buses included.
五、Complete 10-day, 9-night itinerary
D1
Day 1 Airport pick-up at Kunming Changshui Airport; Visit Cuihu Park & Yunnan Military Academy; Welcome dinner (at guest’s own expense)
Accommodation: International brand hotel in downtown Kunming
D2
Day 2 Take high-speed rail from Kunming to Dali; Cycling along Erhai Ecological Corridor; Night tour of Dali Old Town
Accommodation: Boutique lakeside hotel beside Erhai Lake
D3
Day 3 Bai tie-dye experience in Zhoucheng Village; Cable car to Cangshan Mountain & light trekking on summit
Accommodation: Boutique lakeside hotel beside Erhai Lake
D4
Day 4 Private transfer to Shaxi Ancient Town; In-depth tour of Sideng Street, Yujin Bridge and Xingjiao Temple
Accommodation: Featured boutique homestay in Shaxi Ancient Town
D5
Day 4 Transfer from Shaxi to Lijiang; Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Blue Moon Valley; Night tour of Lijiang Ancient Town
Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Lijiang Ancient Town / Shuhe Ancient Town
D6
Day 6 Transfer from Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge, trekking at core section; Drive to Shangri-LaAccommodation: Boutique hotel in Dukezong Ancient Town / downtown Shangri-La
D7
Day 7 Visit Songzanlin Monastery; Stroll around Napa Lake Wetland; Prayer wheel experience in Dukezong Ancient Town
Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Dukezong Ancient Town / downtown Shangri-La
D8
Day 8 Full-day tour of Potatso National Park, trekking along Shudu Lake & Bita Lake boardwalk, plateau lakeside meditation
Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Dukezong Ancient Town / downtown Shangri-La
D9
Day 9 Flight from Shangri-La to Kunming; Free leisure time in Kunming; Farewell dinner (at guest’s own expense)
Accommodation: International brand hotel in downtown Kunming
D10
Day 10 Private transfer to Kunming Changshui Airport per flight schedule, tour concludes
六、Accomodation Standard
High-quality segmented featured accommodation throughout the trip: international chain hotels in Kunming, front-line lake-view resorts beside Erhai, local boutique homestays in Shaxi, premium inns in Lijiang Ancient Town and Tibetan-style boutique hotels in Shangri-La. View rooms are available on request, balancing international facilities and local ethnic features.
七、 Support
1. Transport: Exclusive private business vehicle/minibus for full itinerary; 2nd-class high-speed rail from Kunming to Dali; economy flight from Shangri-La to Kunming; all official scenic shuttle buses;
2. Service: Certified Chinese-English bilingual guide for whole trip; professional outdoor guides for snow mountain, gorge and plateau hiking;
3. Safety: Overseas travel accident insurance covered for all guests; basic emergency supplies provided on plateau sections with altitude sickness safety reminders;
4. Supplies: All materials for tie-dye handcraft and hiking gear are included.
八、Package Includes / Excludes
Inclusions
- Nine nights of distinctive boutique accommodation throughout the trip
- Admission tickets for all attractions in the itinerary and fees for intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences
- Ground transportation costs (fuel, parking, and driver service fees)
- Round-trip high-speed train tickets (second class) between Kunming and Dali; economy flight ticket from Shangri-La to Kunming
- Official eco-friendly sightseeing shuttle services within scenic areas
- Services of a bilingual (Chinese-English) tour guide and a professional outdoor guide throughout the trip
- Materials and equipment for handicraft activities and hiking
- Overseas travel accident insurance for all participants
Exclusions
- All personal meals and beverages throughout the trip
- Personal shopping, private entertainment, and optional activities at your own expense
- International or domestic transportation to and from the departure point
- Optional add-on activities such as horseback riding or private Tibetan cultural experiences
- Personal expenses such as laundry, massages, and souvenirs
九、Pricing
USD 1,680/人
USD 6050/Group（4人）