2-Day Dali & Lijiang Classical Tour

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About the Activity

This tour covers some distinctive scenic spots of Dali and Lijiang with included reliable transportation during the entirety of your trip from one destination to another. You will visit Xizhou and Zhoucheng, both near Dali, to witness authentic ethnic minority customs and daily life, in addition to a wonderful Erhai lake cruise. In Lijiang, Naxi culture is an enduring part of life in the region that you simply cannot miss. You will go to Yunhu Village, famous for its unique architecture and culture seen nowhere else. You’re going to love it! Day 1: Dali, Xizhou Village, Zhoucheng village, traditional Tie- Dye factory, Er’hai lake cruise Day2: Dali – Lijiang: Zhongyi Morning Market, Black Dragon Pool, Jade Lake Village, Dongba Museum, Lijiang Old Town

48 hours

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Entrance tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary

Private transportation and transfers, including pick-up and drop-off, with skilled driver

24/7 English speaking customer service

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Meals as listed in the itinerary: 1 breakfast per person

2 bottles of drinking water per day

Supplement for the meals and accommodations for the tour guide and driver

1 night accommodation including breakfast (based on twin-bed room for 2 pax)

English speaking tour guide

Accommodation (if you choose accommodation excluded version)

International and domestic flights

Chinese visa

Transportations back from Lijiang to Kunming

Meals not listed in the program

Personal travel insurance

Personal expenses

Tips for tour guide and driver (not requested, but highly appreciated)

Surcharges for upgrades from standard twin-bed rooms to double-bed rooms

Attractions not in the itinerary

Additional days caused by unexpected nature disasters. e.g. landslides etc.

Single room supplement if the guest requests a private room in the hotel

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Maximum 8 travellers in this tour.

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Xizhou Town

North Dali Old Town, Dali, ChinaDay 1, In the Morning, your Dali tour guide will be waiting and take you to the ancient market town of Xizhou, just 19 kilometres north of Dali Old Town. Here we will visit the morning market, where locals dressed in traditional minority clothing sell and buy local fruits, freshly cut meat, piles of fragrant spices, livestock and anything else you can think of. You can visit a traditional Three Course Tea ceremony and an exquisite example of traditional Bai-style courtyard homes.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Zhoucheng Village

Xizhou Town, north of Dali Ancient City, , Dali, China, 671001Later, we drop by Zhoucheng Village, also called the “Hometown of Bai’s Tie- Dye Culture” and experience the tie- dye culture in a traditional Tie- Dye workshop, where grandmothers handover this century old tradition to mothers and daughters.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Erhai Lake

No.55 Zhongshan Road, , Dali, China, 661000After the tour enjoy a short boat trip on Lake Erhai to Tianjing Tower Island and enjoy the majestic views of the green and clouded Cangshan Mountain Range looming over Dali’s lands from far while swarms of birds fly peacefully around you over the tranquil lake.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Dali Ancient

, Dali, China, 671000After the Tour, back to Dali Old Town. This is the heartland of the prosperous Bai people, with their colourful costumes and traditional lifestyle. When we picture ancient China, Dali is the image that appears in our imagination, wooden houses with ornate eaves and stone streets, well-worn over centuries of use. Dali has long been a melting pot for different cultures, and you will see the Bai people as well as the Yi and the Hui going about their daily business in their traditional garb. Your tour guide will then take you to check in your hotel. Use your free-time in the evening to have a drink in one of Dali’s many cozy little bars or warmly decorated coffeeshops, or stroll around its lively main streets where local artists sell all kinds of beautiful handicrafts.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Ancient City Zhongyi Market

Changshui Rd, Lijiang, China, 674100Day 2, After pickup from your hotel, your driver will take you from Dali to Lijiang (about 2.5 hour drive). Upon arrival at Lijiang Old Town, we will drop by the Zhongyi Morning Market, another lively local market where the local Naxi people sell food, wares and livestock.1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Black Dragon Pond Park

Xin Daje, , Lijiang, China, 674100Head to the Black Dragon Pool, one of the most iconic views in China of the impressive Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in the background of a beautiful traditional Chinese garden. Stop by the Dongba Museum right next door, a little gem where you can learn about the Naxi minority and the Shamanic Dongba culture and the unique matriarchic Naxi sub branch of the Mosuo Minority living around Lugu Lake.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Yuhu Village And Joseph Rock's Residence

North Of Lijiang Old Town, Lijiang, China, 674101At Jade Lake Village, a tiny village – without lake – tucked away in the southern valley in the shadow of the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Dongba Cultural Museum

Beside Yuquan Park, , Yulong County, China, 674100Before we head back to Lijiang Old Town, we stop by Dongba Culture Museum, exploring the unique culture of the Naxi people, focusing on their Dongba traditions. It features ancient Dongba scriptures, ritual items, folk art, and traditional clothing, offering a glimpse into the history and spiritual practices of this ethnic group.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

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Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time

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Additional Information

Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

Mandarin
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Chongqing time to receive 100% refund.

Operated by Wonders Of Yunnan TravelCreated on 02 Jul 2017Created on 17 Mar 2025

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