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China is developing faster than just about anywhere else, but after wandering the scenic highlands of Yunnan for a while, you can’t help but wonder, “What’s the rush?” This 10-day trip is ideal for travellers eager to dig into a side of China you won’t find in bustling Beijing. Hike the huge (and hugely gorgeous) Tiger Leaping Gorge, explore ancient villages, and stroll the streets of the Ming-influenced old city of Dali. This is China, unfiltered.
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China
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time.
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Enjoy a walk around the Bird and Flower…Kunming
KunmingEnjoy a walk around the Bird and Flower Market in Kunming before boarding an express bus to Dali. With free time, opt to visit the old town, take a boat around Lake Erhai, or ride a bike to Xizhou.
Day 3Enjoy a free day to continuing exploring this scenic town
Enjoy a free day to continuing exploring this scenic town.
Day 4Travel by bus to Shaxi with free time…Travel by local bus to Shaxi, a valley that whispers of times past, nestled away in the foothills of the Himalayas. If time allows, visit the Shibaoshan rock carvings, which are over 1300-years-old and evidence of the spread of Mahayana Buddhism into Yunnan from Tibet.
Travel by local bus to Shaxi, a valley that whispers of times past, nestled away in the foothills of the Himalayas. If time allows, visit the Shibaoshan rock carvings, which are over 1300-years-old and evidence of the spread of Mahayana Buddhism into Yunnan from Tibet.
Day 5Enjoy a free day in Shaxi to continue exploring
Enjoy a free day in Shaxi to continue exploring.
Day 6Travel to Lijiang and explore the UNESCO Heritage-listed…
Travel to Lijiang and explore the UNESCO Heritage-listed Old Town. Opt to visit the Black Dragon Pool Park.
Day 7Take a bus to Tiger Leaping Gorge…
Take a bus to Tiger Leaping Gorge and start on the famous hike. The route follows the stunning scenery of the Yangtze as it cuts through the gorge.
Day 8Hike in the morning before taking a bus back to LijiangThe hike ends in the morning, followed by an express bus back to Lijiang. Relax and enjoy your accomplishment.
The hike ends in the morning, followed by an express bus back to Lijiang. Relax and enjoy your accomplishment.
Day 9Enjoy a free day in Lijiang before flying back to KunmingFinish up any sightseeing still on your list and fly back to Kunming. Enjoy an optional final meal with the group.
KunmingFinish up any sightseeing still on your list and fly back to Kunming. Enjoy an optional final meal with the group.
Day 10Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.
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