Stone Forest or a slower Kunming neighbourhood walk
10 hari · Kunming · Dali · Shaxi · Lijiang · Shangri-La
Yunnan Slow Journey
A considered first journey through Yunnan's lakes, old towns and highland cultures.
- Best months
- March–June · September–November
- Pace & intensity
- Balanced · 2–4 hours driving on transfer days
- Transport
- Private vehicle · High-speed rail where suitable
- Stay style
- Boutique 4-star or character hotels
- Suitable for
- First-time visitors · Couples · Families · Culture & nature
Reference starting price
From USD 2,380 per person- 4 guests
- Twin sharing
- Selected 4-star and boutique stays
- Selected shoulder-season dates
- International flights not included
- Valid until 2027-03-31
Journey highlights
Clear highlights, with room to refine
Dali lake country and village life
Shaxi's Tea Horse Road heritage
Naxi culture and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
A carefully paced Shangri-La highland stay
Day by day
A clear daily flow, ready to adapt
Arrive in Kunming
Private arrival transfer and an unhurried orientation.
Kunming choices
Choose the Stone Forest, a market-and-food day, or an easy city programme.
Kunming to Dali
High-speed rail, check in near the old town and a gentle sunset walk.
Dali lake country
Xizhou architecture, local food and a quiet stretch of Erhai shoreline.
Dali to Shaxi
Drive through rural valleys; explore Shaxi after day visitors leave.
Shaxi at a slower pace
Village walk, craft encounter and optional soft hike on the old caravan route.
Shaxi to Lijiang
Scenic transfer with a Bai village stop; evening free in Lijiang.
Lijiang and the mountain
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain route adjusted to weather and mobility.
To Shangri-La
Tiger Leaping Gorge viewpoint and a gradual ascent to the plateau.
Shangri-La departure
Monastery or old-town morning before airport transfer.
Typically included
Included
- Private airport and station transfers
- Licensed local guides as specified
- Private vehicle and driver
- Selected accommodation with breakfast
- Listed entrance tickets
Typically excluded
Not included
- International flights
- China visa costs
- Meals not listed
- Personal purchases and gratuities
- Travel insurance
Exact USD quotation follows advisor confirmation