Day 1 Kunming Arrival – Hotel Check-in
Arrive in Kunming, where your private guide and driver will meet you at the airport or railway station and transfer you to your hotel.
After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and relax after your journey.
Overnight in Kunming.
Day 2 Kunming – Jiuxiang Karst Cave – Stone Forest – Dali (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In the morning, your private guide and driver will meet you at your hotel and drive approximately 90 km to Yiliang County to visit Jiuxiang Karst Cave, one of Yunnan’s most impressive karst attractions.
Take an elevator down into the scenic area and explore its spectacular underground world, featuring huge caverns, stalactites, underground rivers, and dramatic rock formations. After the visit, take a cable car back to the entrance and enjoy views of the surrounding karst landscape.
Continue to the Stone Forest (Shilin) in the afternoon. This remarkable karst landscape is characterized by countless towering limestone formations in a wide variety of unusual shapes. Walk along the paths through the stone peaks and discover one of Yunnan’s most distinctive natural landscapes.
In the evening, transfer to the railway station and take a high-speed train to Dali. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight in Dali.
Day 3 Dali – Erhai Lake – Xizhou Village – Chongsheng Temple – Dali Ancient Town (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today, explore the highlights of Dali and the beautiful landscapes around Erhai Lake.
Begin with a visit to Xizhou, a historic village near Erhai Lake known for its traditional Bai architecture and local culture. Erhai, meaning “Ear Sea” in Chinese, is named for its roughly ear-shaped outline. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the village and learn about the traditional lifestyle and architecture of the Bai people.
Continue to Chongsheng Temple to see the famous Three Pagodas of Dali, one of the most recognizable landmarks in the region. The three elegant pagodas stand against the Cangshan Mountains and offer a beautiful combination of historic architecture and natural scenery.
In the afternoon, visit Dali Ancient Town. Wander through its historic streets and discover traditional buildings, local shops, cafés, and restaurants. As evening approaches, the ancient town becomes livelier, making it a pleasant place to enjoy some free time.
Overnight in Dali.
Day 4 Dali – Lijiang – Lijiang Ancient Town (Breakfast, Lunch)
In the morning, travel from Dali to Lijiang, a famous destination known for its beautifully preserved Naxi heritage and historic old town.
Upon arrival, explore Lijiang Ancient Town (Dayan Ancient Town) at a leisurely pace. Walk through its cobblestone lanes and traditional courtyards, admire Naxi-style houses, and discover the old town’s charming network of canals, bridges, shops, cafés, and local restaurants.
Enjoy some free time to experience the relaxed atmosphere of Lijiang at your own pace.
Overnight in Lijiang.
Day 5 Lijiang – Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – Rock’s Village (Breakfast, Lunch)
In the morning, head from Lijiang to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Snow Mountain). Rising to 5,596 meters above sea level, the mountain is one of the most spectacular natural landmarks in the Lijiang area. Its landscape features snow-covered peaks, alpine meadows, forests, and valleys, creating striking scenery throughout the year.
Depending on the season and weather conditions, enjoy different views of the mountain and its surrounding landscapes.
In the afternoon, continue to Rock’s Village, a traditional Naxi settlement associated with the American botanist and explorer Joseph Rock, who lived and worked in the Lijiang area for many years. Explore the village, admire its traditional Naxi houses, and learn more about the local culture and the region’s connection with Rock’s pioneering studies of Yunnan.
Return to Lijiang in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Lijiang.
Day 6 Lijiang Departure (Breakfast)
After breakfast, your guide and driver will transfer you to Lijiang Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.
Your 6-day Yunnan tour ends with wonderful memories of Kunming’s karst landscapes, Dali’s Bai culture and Erhai Lake, and the historic Naxi heritage of Lijiang.