PRIVATE YUNNAN JOURNEY
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10-Day Yunnan Discovery: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La

ROUTE Kunming · Dali · Lijiang · Shangri-La
Travel through four of Yunnan's most distinctive destinations on a 10-day private journey. Discover Kunming and the Stone Forest, Dali Old Town and Erhai Lake, Lijiang's UNESCO-listed old town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, before exploring the highland landscapes and Tibetan cultural heritage of Shangri-La.
FROM US$999 / person
Yunnan private tour landscape featuring the mountain scenery and cultural destinations of southwest China
ROUTE
Kunming · Dali · Lijiang · Shangri-La ↗
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THE JOURNEY Private Journey
DURATION 10 Days
DESTINATIONS 4 Cities
DEPARTURE Flexible
✦ Private guide · Handpicked hotels · Local support
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THE 10-DAY YUNNAN JOURNEY

Four destinations.
One journey through Yunnan.

Connect Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La on a private route through Yunnan's varied landscapes — from the Stone Forest and Erhai Lake to Lijiang's historic lanes, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the Tibetan-influenced highlands.

This 10-day Yunnan private tour brings together four distinctive destinations in southwest China. Explore Kunming and the Stone Forest, discover Dali Old Town and Erhai Lake, experience the heritage of Lijiang Old Town and the scenery of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, then continue to Shangri-La for highland landscapes and Tibetan cultural experiences.

DURATION
10 Days
DESTINATIONS
4 Destinations
DOMESTIC TRANSFERS
Yunnan
TRAVEL STYLE
Private Journey
LANDSCAPES
4 PLACES

This private journey connects carefully selected destinations, each offering a distinct side of China.

SIGNATURE ACTIVITIES
HIGHLIGHTS ON THIS ROUTE
01 Kunming – City of Eternal Spring
02 Stone Forest – A Natural Wonder
03 Dali – Ancient Town & Erhai Lake
04 Lijiang – UNESCO Ancient Town
05 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – Alpine Adventure
06 Shangri-La – Tibetan Culture & Sacred Landscapes
YUNNAN SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

From lakeside towns. To mountain highlands.

Explore the landscapes and cultural character that make Yunnan distinctive, from Kunming's Stone Forest and Dali's Erhai Lake to Lijiang's old town and the highlands of Shangri-La.

Stone Forest – A Natural Wonder
Kunming

Stone Forest – A Natural Wonder

Explore the spectacular Stone Forest, where towering limestone formations create one of Yunnan’s most remarkable landscapes.

Explore Stone Forest – A Natural Wonder
Lijiang – UNESCO Ancient Town
Lijiang

Lijiang – UNESCO Ancient Town

Discover the charming streets, canals and traditional architecture of Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Explore Lijiang – UNESCO Ancient Town
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – Alpine Adventure
Lijiang

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Experience breathtaking mountain scenery at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, rising dramatically above Lijiang.

Explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Shangri-La – Tibetan Culture & Sacred Landscapes
Shangri-La

Tibetan Culture & Sacred Landscapes

Journey into Shangri-La to experience Tibetan culture, ancient monasteries, highland scenery and the spiritual beauty of Yunnan.

Explore Tibetan Culture & Sacred Landscapes

China Itinerary

A carefully paced journey through Yunnan, connecting Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La through distinctive landscapes, ancient towns and cultural experiences.
Arrival in Kunming — Kunming
Arrive in Kunming and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time to settle in and begin your Yunnan journey.
ARRIVAL
Kunming
TRANSFER
Private vehicle
STAY Kunming
Kunming Highlights — Kunming
Explore Cuihu Park, the Bird and Flower Market and the spectacular Stone Forest, one of Yunnan's most distinctive natural landscapes.
HIGHLIGHT
Stone Forest
EXPERIENCE
Cuihu Park
CULTURE Bird & Flower Market
Western Hills & Dali — Kunming → Dali
Visit the Western Hills and Dragon Gate before continuing to Dali by high-speed rail.
HIGHLIGHT
Western Hills & Dragon Gate
TRANSFER
High-speed rail
STAY Dali
Three Pagodas, Erhai Lake & Ancient Dali — Dali
Discover the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, enjoy the scenery of Erhai Lake and explore the historic streets of Dali Ancient Town.
HIGHLIGHT
Three Pagodas
EXPERIENCE
Erhai Lake
CULTURE Dali Ancient Town
Bai Villages & Cangshan Mountain — Dali
Experience the traditional Bai culture of Xizhou and Zhoucheng villages before exploring the natural beauty of Cangshan Mountain.
CULTURE
Bai Ethnic Villages
EXPERIENCE
Xizhou & Zhoucheng
NATURE Cangshan Mountain
Baisha Ancient Town & Lijiang — Dali → Lijiang
Travel from Dali to Lijiang and explore Baisha Ancient Town, Baisha Murals, Black Dragon Pool, the Dongba Culture Museum and Lijiang Ancient Town.
HIGHLIGHT
Lijiang Ancient Town
CULTURE
Dongba Culture
EXPERIENCE Baisha Ancient Town
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — Lijiang
Explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, experience the Impression Lijiang performance and visit Yufeng Temple.
HIGHLIGHT
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
EXPERIENCE
Impression Lijiang
CULTURE Yufeng Temple
Tiger Leaping Gorge & Shangri-La — Lijiang → Shangri-La
Travel from Lijiang to Shangri-La, stopping at spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge before exploring Dukezong Ancient Town and experiencing traditional Thangka painting.
HIGHLIGHT
Tiger Leaping Gorge
EXPERIENCE
Dukezong Ancient Town
CULTURE Thangka Painting
Songzanlin Monastery & Pudacuo — Shangri-La
Discover Songzanlin Monastery and explore the spectacular alpine landscapes of Pudacuo National Park.
HIGHLIGHT
Songzanlin Monastery
NATURE
Pudacuo National Park
STAY Shangri-La
Return to Kunming & Departure — Shangri-La → Kunming
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kunming, then connect with your international departure flight and conclude your Yunnan journey.
TRANSFER
Domestic flight
DEPARTURE
Kunming
JOURNEY Complete
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Everything
taken care of.

Your private Yunnan journey is arranged around the essentials: selected hotel stays, local guide services, private sightseeing transport and the domestic connections and attraction tickets specified in the confirmed itinerary.

01

HOTELS

Selected four-star hotel accommodation in the destinations included in your confirmed Yunnan itinerary.

02

GUIDE

English-speaking local guide services for the sightseeing experiences specified in the itinerary.

03

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION

Private vehicles and professional drivers for the scheduled sightseeing and transfers covered by the itinerary.

04

TICKETS

Entrance tickets and reservations for the attractions listed in your confirmed itinerary.

05

DOMESTIC TRANSPORTATION

Domestic trains, flights or other intercity connections where specified in the confirmed itinerary.

GOOD TO KNOW

The following items remain outside the package so you can keep flexibility over your international travel and personal choices.

International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Meals (unless specified)
Tips
Personal expenses
WHY SUNDA TRAVEL

China, handled beautifully.

A great journey is not only about where you go. It is about how effortlessly everything comes together.

From arrival to departure, our local team coordinates the essential details so you can spend more time experiencing China.

01

Local Expertise

Travel with a team that understands China from the inside — its cities, culture, logistics and the experiences that make each destination special.

KNOWLEDGE
02

Seamless Connections

From high-speed rail to domestic flights and private transfers, every connection is carefully coordinated so your journey flows naturally from one destination to the next.

SMART LOGISTICS
03

Comfortable Stays

Stay in carefully selected four-star hotels in convenient locations, with breakfast included to give you a comfortable start to every day.

HANDPICKED STAYS
04

Support Along the Way

With professional guides, arranged transportation and a local team behind your journey, you have reliable support whenever you need it.

LOCAL SUPPORT
SUNDA TRAVEL
ONE LOCAL TEAM

One carefully coordinated journey, designed around your experience of China.

10 DAYS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know before you go.

Practical answers about this 10-day private Yunnan tour, including the route through Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La, accommodation, transportation and what is included.
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10 days. Four sides of Yunnan.

Discover Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La on one privately arranged journey, combining the Stone Forest, Erhai Lake, historic old towns, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and highland culture.

10 DAYS COMPLETE JOURNEY
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FROM
$ 999 PER PERSON
INCLUDED Essential journey services
Four-Star Comfort Hotels Guide Service Private Transportation Attraction Tickets Domestic Transportation Domestic Insurance

International flights, visa, international insurance, lunch and dinner, guide and driver tips, and personal expenses are not included.