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Lijiang Dali 4-Day Tour
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Lijiang Dali 4-Day Tour

4 Days · 3 NightsDali → Lijiang★★★★★ 4.9 (10 reviews)Max 8 people
From $900
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Serving travelers since 2016
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This carefully designed 4-day tour showcases the most classic charms of Lijiang and Dali in Yunnan. The journey begins in Lijiang, where you'll experience the unique allure of Sifang Street in the ancient town and acclimatize to the high-altitude environment. On the second day, travel to Dali to visit Shuanglang Ancient Town and take a boat to Nanzhao Folk Island. Afterwards, experience hands-on tie-dye in Xizhou and enjoy a journey along the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor via optional music bar car or popular pony cart, with a professional photographer capturing memorable moments of dancing with Bai ethnic 'Golden Flower' girls and providing aerial video footage. Return to Lijiang on the third day, visiting Dali Ancient Town in the morning and conquering Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in the afternoon. Take the Spruce Meadow cable car and admire the dreamy scenery of Blue Moon Valley. In the evening, experience Naxi culture in Shuhe Ancient Town with a cozy stove tea session, red wall photo ops, and Dongba hand drum experience. On the final day, visit a highland rose base and receive a complimentary bouquet before departure, based on flight schedules. This tour blends natural wonders, cultural heritage, and immersive experiences, offering the perfect journey to feel Yunnan's diverse charm.

  • Shuanglang Ancient Town & Nanzhao Folk Island — Take a boat to the island for breathtaking views of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake.
  • Xizhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Tie-Dye Experience — Create your own piece and feel the charm of traditional Bai ethnic handicrafts.
  • Immersive Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor Experience — Optional music bar car or popular pony cart ride, paired with professional photoshoot and aerial videography.
  • Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Spruce Meadow & Blue Moon Valley — Ride the cable car for aerial snowfield views and stroll between alpine meadows and azure lakes.
  • Shuhe Ancient Town Naxi Culture Trio — Enjoy leisurely moments with stove-brewed tea, red wall photo ops, and Dongba hand drum experience.
Tips: As you are newly arrived on the plateau, please avoid strenuous exercise and excessive alcohol consumption. Rest well after checking into the hotel to conserve your energy. Note that there is a significant temperature difference between morning and evening in Lijiang, so please dress accordingly.
Transport

Lijiang Airport/Train Station Pick-up

Upon arrival in Lijiang, a dedicated staff member will provide airport or train station pick-up service, followed by hotel check-in.

Tips: Please provide accurate flight or train information in advance.

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Accommodation

Check-in at Lijiang Hotel

Check in upon arrival at the hotel and take a short rest.

Tips: Hotel check-in time is usually after 14:00.

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Free Time

Self-Guided Tour of Lijiang Ancient Town

Visit Lijiang Ancient Town on your own, stroll through Sifang Street, and experience the town's unique charm and endless allure.

Tips: The paths within the ancient town are paved with stone slabs, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Please take good care of your personal belongings.

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부모님 모시고 가기 딱 좋은 코스였어요

아버지가 시팡제 골목길 돌담을 보시며 옛날 이야기를 하시던 모습이 인상 깊었어요. 가이드가 모든 이동과 식사를 다 처리해주셔서 부모님 편히 쉬실 수 있었습니다. 남조민속도에서 창산과 에르하이 호수를 배 위에서 보는 풍경은 압권이었어요. 어머니가 수하고진에서 차 끓이는 법을 배우시더니 한국 와서도 틈날 때마다 차를 내리시네요. 정말 모든 게 준비된 여행이라 편했어요.

이**· South Korea

Superbe, mais j'ai fait une erreur de débutant

Les paysages, notamment Blue Moon Valley avec cette eau turquoise sous la neige, étaient absolument incroyables. Le guide s'occupait de tout, même de nous trouver une table pour le déjeuner à Dali Ancient Town. Mon seul regret ? J'ai tellement surchargé mon téléphone de photos et de vidéos du survol drone sur le corridor d'Erhai qu'il est mort pile au moment d'arriver au Spruce Meadow. J'ai dû emprunter les photos de ma sœur pour le reste de la journée. À part ça, expérience parfaite et sans stress.

Antoine D.· Belgique

完全不用动脑的旅行,太适合我这种懒人了

导游小李全程安排得明明白白,从下飞机到上飞机,我们连手机地图都没打开过。在洱海生态廊道拍照时,摄影师特别会找角度,我老婆终于有了一组能发朋友圈的照片。唯一的小插曲是我在喜洲扎染体验时太投入,把白T恤染成了蓝精灵,现在成了我最特别的旅行纪念品。

王*· China

Un voyage où tout était pris en charge, c'était magique

Marcher sur l'Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor au coucher du soleil, avec les montagnes en toile de fond, c'était d'une beauté à couper le souffle. Notre guide, Li, nous a simplement conduits à l'endroit parfait pour la séance photo professionnelle, on n'a eu qu'à sourire. Le moment le plus mémorable ? Mon mari qui a essayé le tie-dye à Xizhou et a fini avec les mains toutes bleues, on en rit encore. Tout s'est enchaîné sans une seconde d'attente, des billets pour le téléphérique de Jade Dragon Snow Mountain au thé autour du poêle à Shuhe.

Élodie M.· France

Absolut magisch, vor allem der Jade-Drachen-Schneeberg

Der Moment, als wir auf der Spruce Meadow standen und die Sonne auf den Schneegipfel des Jade-Drachen-Berges fiel, war atemberaubend – die Luft roch nach Tannen und kalter Bergluft. Unser Guide, Herr Wang, hat alles perfekt organisiert, wir mussten nie anstehen oder uns um Tickets kümmern. Das Highlight war die Teezeremonie in Shuhe, wo mein Mann und ich einfach in Ruhe den Nachmittag genießen konnten, während der Regen leise auf die alten Dachziegel prasselte. Die Bootsfahrt auf dem Erhai-See mit Blick auf die Cangshan-Berge war ebenfalls unvergesslich.

Klara S.· Germany

A magical few days, everything was so easy

Waking up in Lijiang Ancient Town with the smell of fresh bread and the sound of water running through the canals was just perfect. Our guide, Leo, whisked us onto the boat to Nanzhao Folk Island before the crowds arrived, and the view of Cangshan Mountain across Erhai Lake literally took my breath away. My husband, who usually hates posing, actually enjoyed the professional photoshoot on the Ecological Corridor – we have some gorgeous shots of us laughing by the water. The whole trip felt like floating from one beautiful scene to the next without a single worry.

Sophie B.· United Kingdom

まるで映画の世界!蒼山とエルハイ湖の絶景が忘れられない

蒼山の山頂から見下ろしたエルハイ湖の青は、写真では伝えきれない美しさでした。ガイドさんがすべてのケーブカーや入場券を手配してくれたので、長い列に並ぶことなくスムーズに観光できたのが本当に楽でした。南詔風情島でのボートは風が気持ちよくて、母と二人でデッキでたくさん写真を撮りました。シューヘ古鎮での囲炉裏を囲んだお茶の時間も、旅の疲れを癒してくれる至福のひととき。ただ一つ、スマホの充電を忘れて山頂でバッテリーが切れ、最高の景色をインスタに上げられなかったのが自分の不注意で残念でした(笑)。

佐***· Japan

Four days of pure beauty and ease

The smell of roses at the cultivation base mixed with the mountain air is something I can still recall. Doing the tie-dye in Xizhou with my sister was so much fun; we were competitive about whose pattern was better. The boat ride on Erhai Lake was so peaceful, just the sound of the water and the guide pointing out fishing villages. What struck me most was how we never waited in a line – our guide had a magic touch with tickets and timing. We just floated from one amazing experience to the next.

Anika M.· South Africa

An absolute dream for a solo traveler

As someone traveling alone, I was nervous, but I never felt alone or unsure. The group was lovely. The moment we stepped onto the Spruce Meadow, with the crisp mountain air and the quiet, was spiritual. The Bai ethnic dinner in Dali was a feast, and I tried so many new things. Our guide noticed I was taking notes and later gave me a handwritten list of all the dishes. The seamless transfers – from boat to van to cable car – meant I could just soak in the views of Cangshan and Erhai instead of a bus schedule.

Priya K.· United States

带父母出游的最佳选择,他们开心我就开心

我爸妈年纪大了,最怕排队和折腾。这次从玉龙雪山的缆车票到双廊古镇的船票,全是导游提前搞定,我们直接进去就行。在束河古镇围炉煮茶时,我爸和导游聊起了普洱茶,我妈则在旁边拍视频发家庭群。看到他们这么放松,我觉得这钱花得太值了。

林**· Singapore

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