2. Tour Overview
- Destinations: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Xishuangbanna
- Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
- Transportation: Private Car, High-Speed Train, Flight
- Accommodation: Randomly arranged in different hotels in each destination
3. Highlights & Key Selling Points
- Visit Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Xishuangbanna, covering plateau lakes, ancient towns, snow mountains and tropical rainforests
- Experience Bai ethnic tie-dye, visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, watch elephant show and peacock release
- Including classic attractions: Cangshan Mountain, Three Pagodas, Blue Moon Valley, Tropical Botanical Garden, Wild Elephant Valley
- Private transfer, high-speed train and flight arranged in order
- Free warm coat and oxygen tank for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
- All necessary cable cars and electric shuttle buses included
4. Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Kunming (Private airport pickup & free exploration)
- All day: Arrive in Kunming, private car airport pickup, check in hotel. Free time to visit Kunming Old Street, Haigeng Dam, etc.
- Meal: Dinner at own expense
- Accommodation: Kunming Linyin Hotel or other alternative hotels
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Day 2: Kunming – Dali (High-speed train to Dali & ancient town exploration)
- Morning: Take high-speed train from Kunming to Dali, visit Xizhou Ancient Town, experience Bai Ethnic Tie-Dye
- Noon: Lunch at own expense
- Afternoon: Visit Ideal Santorini, Shuanglang Town, take cruise to Nanzhao Fengqing Island
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Jinyinwan Seaview Hotel or other alternative hotels
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Day 3: Dali (Cangshan Mountain & Three Pagodas)
- Morning: Take Cangshan Gantong Cableway, visit Jizhao Nunnery, taste vegetarian meal, enjoy trendy succulent plants
- Noon: Lunch at own expense
- Afternoon: Visit 5A Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas Cultural Tourism Zone (round-trip electric shuttle bus included)
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Banshan Yunfu in Old Town of Lijiang or other alternative hotels
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Day 4: Lijiang – Xishuangbanna (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & flight to Xishuangbanna)
- Morning: Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take Glacier Park Grand Cableway (free warm coat and oxygen tank)
- Noon: Lunch at own expense
- Afternoon: Visit Blue Moon Valley (electric shuttle bus included), watch Impression Lijiang Show
- Evening: Fly to Xishuangbanna. Stay at Xishuangbanna Seratio Art Hotel or other alternative hotels
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Day 5: Xishuangbanna (Tropical botanical garden & night market)
- Morning: Visit Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (CAS, West Area ticket included)
- Noon: Lunch at own expense
- Afternoon: Visit Manting Park
- Evening: Dinner at own expense, visit Mekong Starlight Night Market. Stay at Xishuangbanna Seratio Art Hotel or other alternative hotels
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Day 6: Xishuangbanna (Wild Elephant Valley & Primitive Forest Park)
- Morning: Visit Wild Elephant Valley, watch elephant show and look for wild elephants
- Noon: Lunch at own expense
- Afternoon: Visit Primitive Forest Park, watch peacock release show
- Evening: Dinner at own expense. Stay at Xishuangbanna Seratio Art Hotel or other alternative hotels
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Day 7: Xishuangbanna – Departure (Free time & private airport transfer)
- Morning: Free time, enjoy hotel breakfast
- Afternoon/Evening: Private car transfer to airport according to flight schedule. Tour ends
5. Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
- First admission tickets to scenic spots: Nanzhao Fengqing Island, Cangshan Mountain, Three Pagodas, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Impression Lijiang, Tropical Botanical Garden, Manting Park, Wild Elephant Valley, Primitive Forest Park
- Airport/train station pickup and drop-off services
- Selected breakfasts
- Free warm coat & oxygen tank for Glacier Park Cableway
- Electric shuttle bus in Blue Moon Valley & round-trip shuttle in Three Pagodas Scenic Area
- Meals except selected breakfasts
- Other charged items inside scenic spots
- Personal consumption and expenses
- Round-trip international/domestic flights to Kunming
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Single room supplement (if needed)
6. Important Tips
- Check refund/change policies and free luggage allowance when booking tickets.
- Carry valid ID for hotel check-in.
- Temperature difference in Yunnan: 5-10°C, bring coat, wear flat shoes, avoid intense exercise.
- Yunnan is plateau with strong UV, please protect from sun and keep hydrated.
- Hotel deposit required, refunded upon check-out if no damage.
- Default room: twin room, king bed request in advance.
- Hotel may be adjusted to same-standard alternatives in peak season.
- Tour sequence and time may adjust according to actual conditions.
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Grand Cableway may suspend; if unavailable, Yunshanping Cableway will be arranged with ¥80 refund per adult.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
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Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
