9 days Ancient Town Tour
While traveling this tour with us, you can visit some important villages on the ancient Tea Horse Road and you will immerse into the diversity of Yunnan. Indeed, we will vary between the famous highlights, some of the must-see places, and remote sites which will give you a unique experience and insight of Yunnan.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrive in DaliStop At: Dali Ancient, Dali 671000 China
Arrive at the airport or railway station where a guide holding a nameplate will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel by private car (The hotel will be after 14:00). You will visit Dali Old Town,where once the seat of the imperial capital of Nanzhao and Dali. As a national-level scenic area, it is one must destinations to Yunnan. Besides you can visit a small Cathelic church with ethnic architecture style inside the ancient town.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Dinner: Welcome dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat
Day 2: Dali - Xizhou - WeishanStop At: Xizhou Town, North Dali Old Town, Dali China
Your driver will pick you up at the hotel at 09:00 and drive you to the Xizhou Morning Market (19 km, about 30 minutes). Xizhou is famous for its old and well-preserved folk houses of Bai culture. It's not only a historical city but also a typical commercial center of Bai Ethnic Nationality. Here, the lively Morning Market is a wonderful place to understand the daily life of the Bai who still live in traditional ways and fish, meat, vegetables, fruits, spices, and local handicrafts are sold in the market.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Donglianhua Village, Yongjian Town, Weishan County China
Then transfer to Weishan (90km, about 2 hours). On the way, you will visit Donglianhua village, it’s a Hui minority settlement. You can visit the Tea and Horse Museum and a local mosque.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Weishan Ancient City, Weishan County 672400 China
After arrived in Weishan, enjoy the rest of the time to leisurely wander through Weishan Old Town, explore the wooden houses, small stalls, and the museum with unique artifacts.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Weishan Laoguan Guesthouse
Day 3: Weishan - Nuodeng Stop At: Weibaoshan Taoistes, Weishan County China
In the morning, we will drive approximately 30 minutes to Weibaoshan Mountain. As one of the 13 famous Taoist mountains in China, 22 Taoist temples built during the Ming and Qing Dynasties were all over and have unique architectural art. And among them, the most famous and significant are Wenchang Palace and Changchun Cave.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Nuodengzhen, Yunlong County, Dali, Yunnan, China, 672799
Then transfer to Nuodeng (220km, about 4 hours)for sightseeing. "Praised as the "Millennium Bai Village", Nuodeng is a famous historic and cultural village of Yunnan province. Located in a mountainous area, it is far away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. It is the true place with the original flavor of life. Except for the profound history, Nuodeng is the important place of Ancient Tea and Horse Road.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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• Dinner: Dinner at the local villagers' house
Accommodation included: Overnight at Nuodeng Fujia Liufang Guesthouse
Day 4: Nuodeng - Shaxi Stop At: Nuodengzhen, Yunlong County, Dali, Yunnan, China, 672799
In the morning, you can wander in the Nuodeng Ancient village and admire the ancient buildings and cultural relics of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town, Southwest of Jianchuan County, Dali China
Your driver will pick you up at the hotel at 10:00 and take you to Shaxi (210km, about 4-5 hours). On the way, you will meet some ancient Bridges.
After arrived at Shaxi, you can walk around the old town, the Shaxi River, Xingjiao Temple, stage in the square, and some ancient courtyards of local people. Shaxi used to be an important Courier station on the Ancient Tea and Horse Road. With the decline of this road, it was gradually forgotten. Because of this, it has become the only surviving market on the Ancient Tea and Horse Road.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Shaxi Aoding Courtyard Hotel
Day 5: Shaxi Stop At: Shibaoshan Town, Southwest of the County, Jianchuan County 671300 China
In the morning, you can take a magical walk between Shibaoshan Caves and Baoxiang Temple, which hangs on the cliff and magnificent colorful Buddha statues are kept inside. After the visit, you can hike from Shibaoshan Caves to Shadengqing Valley (2 hours), then drive to Shaxi (15 minutes). Alternatively, you can take the shuttle bus to return to the parking lot to meet your driver. The hiking path from Shibaoshan Cave to Shaxi Village is beautiful and relatively easy, but it is not recommended for those with knee problems as the path consists of steep stairs.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town, Southwest of Jianchuan County, Dali China
In the afternoon, you can explore the countryside surrounding Shaxi village by bike or ride a horse.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Shaxi Aoding Courtyard Hotel
Day 6: Shaxi – Tiger Leaping Gorge – Shangri-la Stop At: Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Xia), 100 km NW of Lijiang Hutiaoxia Town, Shangri-La County 674402 China
Your driver will pick up at your hotel at 09:00 and take you to Tiger Leaping Gorge (120 km, about 2 hours 30 minutes).
Here, you will visit the breathtaking Tiger Leaping Gorge, a scenic canyon on the Jinsha River, a primary tributary of the upper Yangtze River which sweeps between Mount Yulong (5596m’s altitude) and Mount Haba (5396m’s altitude). You can admire the impressive landscape above the roaring waters of the Jinsha River
Hutiao Rock View: If you would like to journey deeper into the gorge for the view from Hutiao Rock, there is a path that leads closer to the Yangtze River. From here, you can enjoy a splendid panoramic view. The hike down takes about 30 minutes, and then the hike up takes about 40 minutes. Please be aware there are a lot of stairs leading to and from the gorge. Your driver will wait for you in the car park.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Shangri-La County, Shangri-La County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan
From Tiger Leaping Gorge, your driver will take you to Shangri-la (100 km, about 2 hours 30 minutes). Upon arrival, you can stroll through Shangri-la Old Town and visit Guishan Temple, home to a massive prayer wheel.
In the evening, you can watch or, for the more daring, participate in the Old Town’s spontaneous Tibetan dances.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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• Dinner: Special Tibetan dinner in an excellent restaurant in the Old Town
Accommodation included: Shangri-La Karma Café Lodge (a small, charming hotel, located in the Old Town)
Day 7: Shangri-la – LijiangStop At: Songzanlin Scenic Area, RPW3+G89, Ni Wang Lu, Xiang Ge Li La Shi, Di Qing Zang Zu Zi Zhi Zhou, Yun Nan Sheng, China, 674400
Your driver will pick up at your hotel at 09:00 and take you to visit a local Tibetan market.
Afterward, you will visit the Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan, nicknamed" Little Potala‘’.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Shuhe Ancient Town, 2 Miles North West of Lijiang Ancient Town, Lijiang 674100 China
After Shangrila, you will journey to Lijiang (180 km, about 4-5 hours).
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Lijiang E-outfitting Boutique Hotel
Day 8: LijiangStop At: Dayan Naxi Ancient Concert, Naxi Ancient music hall, Sifang Steet, Gucheng District, Lijiang 674100 China
Your driver will pick up at your hotel at 09:00 and take you to Lijiang Ancient Town where you can explore before the crowds arrive. Later you will visit the Black Dragon Pool to enjoy the beautiful scenery, watch or join the local square dancing if you have an interest, and visit the Dongba Museum to know the rich Naxi minority culture. Then, you will visit the Zhongyi Market.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Lijiang Mural in Baisha Village, Baisha Yulong County, Lijiang 674101 China
Afterward, take a visit to authentic Jade Lake (Yuhu) Village: from here, you can enjoy a fantastic view over the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
In the end, you will visit Naxi Baisha village and Shuhe village.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Lijiang E-outfitting Boutique Hotel
Day 9: Lijiang – departure Pass By: Lijiang, Lijiang, Yunnan
Your driver will pick up at your hotel and take you to Lijiang airport or to the railway station. Depart from Lijiang.
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
9 days Ancient Town Tour
4/15/2020 - 3/5/2025| Monday - Sunday : | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
Duración: 9 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
AirportsPorts- Dali Railway Station Parking Lot, H6QX+VJR, Wei Shan Lu, Da Li Shi, Da Li Bai Zu Zi Zhi Zhou, Yun Nan Sheng, China, 671000
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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