The lush province of Yunnan provides the backdrop for this Luxury Adventure Travel. You’ll begin in the city of Kunming, enjoying its mountain scenery and temperate climate. From there, you’ll make your way to Dali to take in the classic architecture of the Old Town for a few days before pressing onwards into the Tibetan territory, with a few nights in the beautiful city of Shangri-La. Next, you’ll travel south to Lijiang, where you can explore more of China’s history in the picturesque city’s well-preserved alleys and canals. At the end of your journey, spend time delving into Naxi history in Baisha Village.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the monasteries and mountains of Shangri-La on the Tibetan Plateau
Journey through spectacular landscapes and visit scenic places such as Tiger Leaping Gorge and Erhai Lake
Stay in the ambient old towns of Lijiang and Dali See the Naxi village of Baisha, with its diverse ethnicities and beautiful flora.
The lush province of Yunnan provides the backdrop for this Luxury Adventure Travel. You’ll begin in the city of Kunming, enjoying its mountain scenery and temperate climate. From there, you’ll make your way to Dali to take in the classic architecture of the Old Town for a few days before pressing onwards into the Tibetan territory, with a few nights in the beautiful city of Shangri-La. Next, you’ll travel south to Lijiang, where you can explore more of China’s history in the picturesque city’s well-preserved alleys and canals. At the end of your journey, spend time delving into Naxi history in Baisha Village.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the monasteries and mountains of Shangri-La on the Tibetan Plateau
Journey through spectacular landscapes and visit scenic places such as Tiger Leaping Gorge and Erhai Lake
Stay in the ambient old towns of Lijiang and Dali See the Naxi village of Baisha, with its diverse ethnicities and beautiful flora.
DAY7 SHANGRI-LA
Today you’ll explore the stylistically-diverse architecture of the Shangri-La’s Old Town, and have the option to walk the incline to Baiji Si, or 100-Chicken Temple. From this vantage point, you can enjoy expansive views over the region and take in the snowcapped Himalayan peaks. Though it’s a 45-minute climb, it’s worth the effort for the serenity that surrounds this Tibetan Monastery, the path draped in colorful prayer flags. After that, you’ll visit Songzanlin Monastery, the largest in the province, with its numerous ceremonial pavilions, its auspicious 108 pillars and brilliant golden prayer wheels. Tonight, sample some delicious Lhasa cuisine with a traditional Tibetan dinner.
DAY8 SHANGRI-LA
Breath in the fresh high-altitude air today with an easy hike around the hills of Shangri-La. Your walk will bring you to a small monastery belonging to the Kagyu School of Buddhism, overlooking a tiny village. You have the afternoon at your leisure to explore this village, browsing the markets, sipping local coffee and enjoying the scenery. You’ll sample Tibetan cuisine again tonight, with a local meal – perhaps try some yak butter tea. Return to your hotel in Shangri-La for the night.
DAY9 LIJIANG
Today you’ll make your way 4 hours south to Lijiang. Along the way, you’ll visit Tiger Leaping Gorge on the Jinsha River, a tributary of the Yangtze. This scenic canyon was carved out over millennia and is one of the deepest in the world. Once you arrive in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang, you’ll check into your hotel – we recommend the Banyan Tree Lijiang with its gorgeous Naxi-style architecture and all modern amenities. Explore the Old Town in the evening, wandering around Lijiang’s ambient cobblestone alleys and lantern-lit canals.
DAY10 LIJIANG
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel before paying a visit to the Naxi village of Yuhu. This village was once the home of famous botanist and explorer Joseph Rock, and you’ll have the chance to visit his home to appreciate his work. You’ll also visit Yufeng Temple and the ethnically-diverse Baisha Village, the ancient capital of the Naxi Kingdom. In the evening, you’ll get a taste of Chinese Taoist music with a special performance on traditional instruments. Return to Lijiang for the final night of your journey.
DAY11 KUNMING
Today you’ll check out of the Banyan Tree, and take a short flight to Kunming, where you may check in for your departing international flight.
Halal meals can be arranged for all itineraries.
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