Colorful Yunnan: 6 Days 5 Nights | Kunming · Dali · Lijiang

Discover the natural beauty and diverse ethnic cultures of Yunnan on this 6-day adventure through Kunming, Dali, and Lijiang. Explore ancient towns, ride eco-trains, marvel at karst wonders, and ascend snow-covered peaks—this is a journey into China’s most enchanting landscapes.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: ✈ Arrival in Kunming

Private airport pick-up and hotel check-in. Rest and enjoy your free time.

🍽️Meal: No meals included
🏨Accommodation: Sheraton Kunming or similar

Day 2: Kunming – Stone Forest – Dali Ancient Town

Explore the Stone Forest Scenic Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 270-million-year-old karst formations and Sani ethnic culture. 

After lunch, take a high-speed train (approx. 2 hours) to Dali. Explore Dali Ancient Town, a national historical and cultural landmark.

Stroll along Foreigner Street, famous for its vibrant nightlife and Bai architecture.

🍽️Meal: Breakfast included
🏨Accommodation: Honglongjing Hotel Dali Ancient Town or similar

Day 3: Erhai Eco Tour – Xizhou Tie-dye Experience – Lijiang

Take a scenic ride along the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor aboard a music bar sightseeing bus.
In Xizhou Ancient Town, experience traditional Bai tie-dye art with hands-on instruction, and ride the charming mini train.
Drive to Lijiang in the afternoon.

🍽️Meal: Breakfast included
🏨Accommodation: Honglongjing Hotel Dali Ancient Town or similar

Day 4: Shuanglang – Shaxi Ancient Town – Shuhe Ancient Town – Lijiang

Visit Shuanglang, home to artistic cafes and sunset views over Erhai Lake.

Continue to Shaxi Ancient Town, the only surviving caravanserai of the Tea Horse Road.

Explore Shuhe Ancient Town, a well-preserved Naxi village nestled among mountains and springs.

🍽️Meal: Breakfast included
🏨Accommodation: Howard Johnson Jinlin Lijiang or similar

Day 5: Yulong Snow Mountain – Blue Moon Valley – Impression Lijiang – Lijiang Ancient Town

Take the cableway up Yulong Snow Mountain, a sacred Naxi peak rising over 4,500 meters, known for its year-round snow and dramatic alpine views.
Visit Blue Moon Valley, famous for its vivid turquoise water and white stone terraces.

Ride an electric cart to the nearby Baishui River, fed by glacial meltwater.
Enjoy the live outdoor performance Impression Lijiang (or Lishui Sand in winter).

In the afternoon, explore Lijiang Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights include:

• Mufu Mansion – historic Naxi family residence
  
• Sifang Street – lively town square with shops and snacks
  
• Ganhaizi Grassland – open meadows at the mountain’s base

🍽️Meal: Breakfast included
🏨Accommodation: Howard Johnson Jinlin Lijiang or similar

Day 6: Lijiang – Kunming – Departure

Take the high-speed train back to Kunming and transfer to the airport for departure.

🍽️Meal: Breakfast included
🏨Accommodation: Not included

✅ What’s Included

1. 5 nights accommodation
   
2. Private ground transportation throughout the trip (incl. fuel, tolls, parking, driver tip & meals)
   
3. High-speed train tickets (Second Class):
   Kunming → Dali & Lijiang → Kunming
   
4. Attraction Tickets & Experiences:
   Stone Forest Scenic Area
   Erhai Lake Sightseeing Music Bus
   Xizhou Mini Train & Tie-dye Experience
   Yulong Snow Mountain (Glacier Cableway, Eco Bus)
   Blue Moon Valley (incl. electric vehicle)
   Impression Lijiang performance
   Ganhaizi, Shaxi, Shuhe, and Lijiang Ancient Town
   
5. Meals: 5 hotel breakfasts
   
6. Unlimited bottled water
   
7. Travel accident and liability insurance

❌ What’s Not Included

• Flights or long-distance transport to/from Kunming
  
• Lunches & dinners (free to explore local cuisine)
  
• Optional activities and personal expenses
  
• Costs caused by force majeure (weather, delays, etc.)
  
• Services not mentioned in the “What’s Included” list