HCC11 Splendid Yunnan 10 Days
Kunming - Jiuxiang - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang
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Optional Extension A: Shangri-la +$349
Optional Extension B: Guilin- Yangshuo - Guangzhou + $649
Day 1: US / Beijing
Fly to Beijing, China.
Day 2: Arrive in Beijing, transferred to the flight to Kunming.
Our tour guide will greet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel.
[New Era Hotel - 4 star]
Day 3:Kunming / Jiuxiang / Stone Forest
Visit Jiuxiang, take a boat trip into the beautiful caves. Then visit Stone Forest, one of China's most remarkable natural phenomena. Towering peaks of bizarre shaped limestone, some are as high as a 6 story building, cover an area of over 200 acres. A 1.2 mile long path winds through the deepest portion of the forest where one can see pavilions, caves and ponds each with its legend. Dinner is served with Guoqiao Mixian (Crossing Bridge Rise Noodle) and other local flavors.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner ]
[New Era Hotel - 4 star]
Day 4: Kunming / Dali
Take a private bus to Dali (4 hours), the Capital of ancient Nanzhao and Dali Kingdoms. Visit the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, 9th century examples of the architectural art and culture of the Bai ethnic group. Dinner is served with Shaguoyu (Sand Pot Fish) and other local flavors.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner]
[Lanscape Hotel - 4 star]
Day 5: Dali / Lijiang
Take a two hour cruise on scenic Erhai Lake to enjoy its alpine setting. Dali is the home of Bai people.Visit Jin Suo Isle, which is a Bai minority fishing village and colorful market. Then drive to Lijiang. Take a walking tour of the ancient Dayan Town, a UNESCO world heritage site, where the houses are wood-and-earth structures with tiled roofs and flower-filled courtyards.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner]
[Treasure Harbour International Hotel - 5 star]
Day 6: Lijiang
Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Followed by Baisha village, to see its Ming and Qing dynasty frescos. Then visit Black Dragon Pool with its Moon Embracing Pavilion, Five Phoenix Pavilio and Dongba Cultural Village.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner ]
[Treasure Harbour International Hotel - 5 star]
Day 7: Lijiang / Kunming
Visit the Mu Family Mansion. Then fly to Kunming. Visit Grand View Park, completed in 1690, it lives up to its name by providing visitors with grand views of Dian Lake. Enjoy a Minority Singing & Dancing Show after dinner.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch]
[New Era Hotel - 4 star]
Day 8: Kunming / US
Fly back to the US via Beijing. Or continue with the following Optional Extensions.
Optional Extension A: Shangri-la +$349
Day 7: Lijiang / Shangri-la
Drive to Shangri-la, which is called the "Eden in dream". It first appeared in British novelist James Hilton's ‘Lost Horizon’ in 1939. Along the ancient Tea & Horse trade track, it is a beautiful 100 mile drive via Tiger Leaping Gorge, the No. 1 Gorge of Yangtze River. Visit Napa Lake upon arrival.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch]
[Paradise Hotel - 5 star]
Day 8: Shangri-la
Visit Songzanlin Monastery. It’s architecture exemplifies the features of the Tibetan style. Then Visit Bitahai Lake, famous for its limpid water and beautiful sceneries.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch]
[Paradise Hotel - 5 star]
Day 9: Shangri-la/Kunming
Fly to Kunming in the morning. Visit Grand View Park, completed in 1690, it lives up to its name by providing visitors with grand views of Dian Lake. Enjoy a Minority Singing & Dancing Show after dinner.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast]
[New Era Hotel - 4 star]
Day 10: Kunming / US
Fly back to the US via Beijing. Or extend your trip to Guangzhou (Canton) for $180.
Optional Extension B: Guilin- Yangshuo - Guangzhou + $649
Day 9: Lijiang / Guillin
Visit the Mu Family Mansion. Then fly to Guilin.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner]
[Bravo Hotel - 4 star]
Day 10: Guilin / Yangshuo
Marvel at the lovely, dream-like landscapes on your Li River cruise. Walk through scenic rice paddies to a local farm and Moon HIll, stop by the lively Yangshuo Bazaar. Enjoy a manificent live performance, Impressional Sanjie Liu, a story of a minority girl, directed by the Oscar winner, Zhangyimou.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner]
[Hotel: Yangshuo Village Retreat - 4 star]
Day 11: Yangshuo / Guilin / Guangzhou
Visit the Reed Flute Cave. Fly to Guangzhou, visit Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall.
[Meals: Buffet breakfast; Lunch; Dinner]
[Hotel Landmark Canton - 4 star]
Day 12: Guangzhou / US
Fly back to the US. Or extend your trip to Hong Kong (+$90)
[Meals: Buffet breakfast]