CNHP-001 CN 12D11N KMG-KMG-01 From S$2,130 per person Day 01 – ARRIVE KUNMING Day 02 – KUNMING [B] Day 03 – KUNMING [B] Day 04 – KUNMING – YUANYANG RICE TERRACES [B] Day 05 – YUANYANG RICE TERRACES – JIANSHUI [B] Day 06 – JIANSHUI – DALI [B] Day 07 – DALI – LIJIANG [B] Day 08 – LIJIANG [B] Day 09 – LIJIANG – SHANGRILA [B] Day 10 – SHANGRILA [B] Day 11 – SHANGRILA – KUNMING [B] Day 12 – DEPART KUNMING [B] Whether you prefer the above itinerary “as-is” or have it customised, if you will indicate the start/end dates of your intended travel and provide your contact details, we will get in touch with you to discuss the itinerary on a no-obligations basis on your part.
– Land package.
– Airport transfers 2-way.
– Local 4* hotels with daily breakfast.
– Guesthouse stay with rice terrace views.
– Meals as per itinerary.
– Flight from Shangrila to Kunming.
– Travel by air-conditioned private vehicle with Mandarin-speaking driver-guide.
– Train tickets as per itinerary.
– Entrance fees as per itinerary.
Excluding:
– Tipping for guide/driver/porterage (at your own discretion).
– Any items not stated as included
Optional:
– English-speaking tour manager can be arranged as an add-on if required.
ITINERARY
Day 01 – Kunming Airport to Kunming
Day 02 – Kunming
Day 03 – Kunming
Day 04 – Kunming to Yuanyang Rice Terraces
Day 05 – Yuanyang Rice Terraces to Jianshui
Day 06 – Jianshui to Dali
Day 07 – Dali to Lijiang
Day 08 – Lijiang
Day 09 – Lijiang to Shangrila
Day 10 – Shangrila
Day 11 – Shangrila to Kunming
Day 12 – Kunming to Kunming Airport
12D11N China Splendours of Yunnan Private Tour
On arrival at Kunming airport, transfer to Kunming city.
Today we will visit the Shilin Stone Forest, one of China’s top natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its remarkable karst landscape featuring a labyrinthine maze of rock formations of peaks, pillars, caves and streams. There are trails for visitors to get up close and explore this amazing site. Return to Kunming after the tour and enjoy the city at your own leisure.
Today we will visit the “Guilin of Yunnan”, the Puzhehei Scenic Area famous for its stunningly-beautiful karst landscape that draws comparison to the iconic karst landscape of Guilin. The landscape is characterized by stunning karst formations of hills, towering pillars, caves and picturesque lakes. Go on a boat tour to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of the place. Return to Kunming after the tour and enjoy the city at your own leisure.
Today we will head to the Yuanyang Rice Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its breathtaking scenery and its history dating back more than 1,300 years. Built by the Hani ethnic minority people on steep hillsides over numerous centuries, the tiered rice terraces are irrigated by a complex system of canals and ditches reflecting the ingenuity of the Hani people in harmonizing human endeavours with the environment in a sustainable way. The stunning beauty of this area can be appreciated from two popular locations – Duoyishu and Bada – and an overnight stay offers the opportunity to enjoy highly-picturesque sunset and sunrise views, something not to be missed!
After enjoying the sunrise views of the Yuanyang Rice Terraces, we will head to the charming Jianshui Ancient Town, popularly regarded as the most beautiful village in Yunnan. With a history dating back more than 1,200 years, the town’s rich cultural heritage is reflected in the numerous well-preserved ancient buildings. Enjoy a sightseeing tourist train ride on China’s only remaining narrow-gauge train and view key attractions including the Double Dragon Bridge (considered by many as the most beautiful ancient bridge in China), Tuanshan Folk Houses, Jianshui Confucious Temple (one of the best-preserved in China) and the Zhu Family Garden. After the tour, enjoy at your own leisure the evening atmosphere of Jianshui.
Today we will head to Dali Ancient Town, a charming historic town surrounded by a moat and characterized by traditional Bai architecture (the Bai people being the main ethnic group), cobblestone streets and ancient city walls and watchtowers. The iconic Three Pagodas, a trio of 3 pagodas, are considered masterpieces of Bai architecture which can be viewed from the beautiful Erhai Lake just outside of the ancient town. Enjoy the evening atmosphere of Dali at your own leisure.
After a morning tour of Dali, we will head to Lijiang Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a history of more than 800 years. Located at the foot of the snow-capped and imposing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain which provides a picturesque backdrop to the beauty of this walled ancient town, walking along its cobblestone lanes and around the market square lined with traditional Naxi architecture is like taking a journey back in time! Other highlights include the numerous little wooden/stone bridges over picturesque canals and weeping willows swaying with the winds. Enjoy the vibrant and colourful atmosphere of this ancient town at your own leisure.
Today, we will head to the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain that is popular with hikers enjoying its natural beauty and diverse ecosystems and skiers enjoying its slopes in winter. The mountain is of cultural significance to the Naxi people who regard it as a sacred mountain. Visit the Blue Moon Valley with its dramatic mountain scenery and blue lakes fed by the glacial meltwater of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take a cable-car ride to the summit to enjoy stunning panoramic views at the Glacier Park (optional; fitness required). Time permitting, enroute to Lijiang for the night, we will stop by the Black Dragon Pool Park, known for its beautiful scenery and tranquil waters and in particular the Black Dragon Pool itself, a large pond renowned for its crystal-clear water and mirror-like reflections of the picturesque landscapes around it including the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Ancient pavilions and pagodas within the park add to the beauty and historical significance of the park.
Leaving Lijiang, we will head to the magical Shangri-la renowned for its rich Tibetan culture and alpine landscapes including snow-capped mountains, glaciers and alpine meadows and lakes. Enroute we will stop by the First Bend of the Yangtze River, an iconic feature of the Yangtze River where the river makes a sharp u-turn amidst stunning landscapes, and also another photo-stop at the Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning beauty and scenic hiking trails. At an altitude of 3,450m, Shangri-la is an alpine paradise whose attractions include (1) Songzanlin Temple, the “Little Potala Palace”, (2) the scenic Lamu Yangcuo Lake, (3) the 1,300 year-old Dukezong Ancient City, a key stop on the Ancient Tea Horse Road, and (4) Guishan Park, home to an impressive Tibetan Buddhist Temple and a giant Tibetan Prayer Wheel with a height of 21m and weighing 60 tonnes.
Today, we will continue to appreciate the beauty of Shangri-la by visiting the famed Balagezong Scenic Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose highlights include (1) Balagezong Snow Mountain, the highest mountain in Shangri-la, (2) Shangri-la Grand Canyon (of “Lost Horizon” fame), (3) Heaven-leading Gorge with the echo wall, (4) Cliffside Glass Walkway, a 2km long glass walkway along the canyon walls, (5) the Shambhala Pagoda, supposedly a replica of the mythical Shambhala Palace of Tibetan Buddhism, and, (6) Bala Village, a small and charming Tibetan village.
After breakfast, transfer to Shangri-la airport for your flight to Kunming. Enjoy Kunming at your own leisure.
Free time until your transfer to Kunming airport for your departure flight.
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