8 Days Explore Shangri-la Muslim Tour
Tour Code: M2C-PVT-KDLS-8D
Duration: 8 Days
Visit: Kunming,Dali,Lijiang,Shangri-La
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Shangri-la is everyone's dream land! This tour takes you to visit remote minority cultures and the legendary Shangri-la. Most magnificent scenery and ancient cultures of Yunnan are waiting to be explored.
Chinese Treasures Trip Overview
Shangri-la is everyone's dream land! This tour takes you to visit remote minority cultures and the legendary Shangri-la. Most magnificent scenery and ancient cultures of Yunnan are waiting to be explored.
- Conveniently Located Hotels
- Authentic Halal Food
- Private Cars and Drivers
- Itinerary
- Price Details
- Inclusions & exclusion
- Customers' Feedback
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Day
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Arrive in Kunming
Attraction & Activities:
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Meals:
No meal
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Baiyun Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Golden Dragon Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Grand Park Hotel
You'll begin your journey to the diverse and captivating province of Yunnan from the capital city, Kunming. Upon arrival at the Kunming International Airport, your local guide will meet you. You will then be transferred to your hotel. You are free for the rest of the day.
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Day
02
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Kunming
Attraction & Activities:
Stone Forest,Jiuxiang
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast, Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Baiyun Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Golden Dragon Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Grand Park Hotel
Today you will drive 86 kilometers to Stone Forest. There is a local saying: It is a waste of time not to visit the Stone Forest while visiting Kunming, which vividly expresses the deep love of the local people toward this world wonder.
After Lunch you will continue to visit Jiuxiang. There are more than one hundred karst caves in Jiuxiang scenic resort. It has been found that the caves in JiuXiang are the largest cave group system with the most numerous karst caves in China.
After you will head back to your hotel to rest.
Stone Forest: The sculpture of nature-crust movement 270 million years ago formed the gorgeous Stone Forest. The romance of oral epic verse “ Ashima” and the enthusiasm of Torch Festival emblaze the gem in crown- Stone Forest.
Jiuxiang: Jiuxiang, a beautiful large scenic resort inhabited mainly by the Yi and Hui nationalities and is one of the most famous Kunming tourist attractions. Situated in Jiuxiang Township, over 70 kilometres away from Kunming and 47 kilometres away from the county town of Yiliang.
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Day
03
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Kunming to Dali (By flight)
Attraction & Activities:
Xizhou Village, Zhoucheng Town, Erhai Lake
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast,Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Landscape Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Landscape Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Regent Hotel
In the morning you will take a flight to Dali. Dali is a historically and culturally famous city of China. Upon arrival in Dali you will meet your guide at the airport.
You will then be transferred to visit Houses of Bai People in Xizhou Village to fully appreciate Bai-style architecture and taste their fragrant three course tea and explore their distinctive culture.
After Xizhou, you will visit Zhoucheng Town, and Bai people's Died Cloth Work Shop. You will also take the small boat to visit Erhai Lake. After you will head back to your hotel for a good rest.
Erhai Lake: Located in the Dali Autonomous Prefecture of Yunnan Province, since it has a shape of an ear, it gets the name Erhai (Ear Lake).
Zhoucheng Town: One of the most interesting things that you will see in Zhoucheng is the typical appearance of the houses there. All the houses in this area are made of a square-cut architectural design.
Xizhou Village: Xizhou has about 200 national heritage listed private houses dating from the Qing Dynasty, and these houses are among the best examples of traditional Qing architecture in China and are exquisitely detailed.
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Day
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Dali to Lijiang (By coach)
Attraction & Activities:
Old Town of Lijiang, Lion Hill, Wanggu Tower
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast, Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Sanhe Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Liwang Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Yibang Residence hotel
In the morning your driver will escort you from Dali to Lijiang. Upon arrival in Lijiang your guide will meet you and transfer you to visit Lijiang Ancient Town which is a world cultural heritage.
After Lunch you will continue to visit Lion Hill and Wanggu Tower. Afterwards you will head back to hotel to rest.
Lijiang Ancient Town: Lijiang Ancient town was constructed since the turning of Song and Yuan Dynasties and was most prosperous in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Covering 3.8 square kilometers, the town has a history dated back to more than 800 years ago.
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Day
05
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Lijiang
Attraction & Activities:
Baisha Mural, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Black Dragon Pool
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast, Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Sanhe Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Lijiang Yinxiang Old City Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Yibang Residence Hotel
Today you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel. You will then meet your guide and driver at the hotel lobby.
Then you will be transferred to visit Baisha Mural which is located at Baisha Village, 10 kilometers north of Lijiang. Although the traditional houses do not look impressive, this was the cradle of the Naxi culture and ancient capital of the Naxi Kingdom.
After you will continue to visit Yunshanping on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which now is a famous scenic spot for sightseeing, mountaineering, skiing and exploration. In the afternoon, you will visit Black Dragon Pool, a famous pond in the scenic Jade Spring Park. Then you will return to your hotel to rest.
Baisha Mural: Baisha Mural are preserved among the architecture Colored Glaze Palace which was built by a headman of Mu clan in Hongwu Period of the Ming Dynasty.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain also known as Yulong Snow Mountain is located in Yunnan province and is an absolute must see sight for those who visit Lijiang.
Black Dragon Pool: The Black Dragon Pool is a famous pond in the scenic Jade Spring Park, or Yuquan Park. The Black Dragon Pool Park Lijiang is commonly referred as the Temple of the Dragon King, and is the landmark of Lijiang.
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Day
06
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Lijiang to Shangri-la (By coach)
Attraction & Activities:
The First Bend of Yangtze River,Tiger Leaping Gorge
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast, Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Shunxin Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Shiner Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Paradise Hotel
Our guide and driver will escort you from Lijiang to Shangri-La. You will view the First Bend of Yangtze River at The Stone Drum Town (Shigu Town), which is the spot where the south running river suddenly turns northward due to changes in the shape of the nearby mountain ranges which form a mammoth V shape at this spot.
Later you will visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of worlds most famous grand canyons.Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Spot is the best destination for exploration and self-challenge for its profundity, steepness, beauty and uniqueness. You will then head to Shangri-La, where you'll check into your hotel for a good rest.
First Bend of Yangtze River: Located in the Stone Drum Town of the Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City of Yunnan Province, the First Bend of the Yangtze River is 1,850 meters above sea level, 130 km away from Shangri-La County.
Tiger Leaping Gorge: The Tiger Leaping Gorge is situated approximately 100 kilometers from Lijiang and is a natural preservation UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Day
07
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Shangri-La
Attraction & Activities:
Pudacuo National Park,Songzanlin Lamasery
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast, Halal lunch
Accommodation:
Tourist ★★★Shunxin Hotel
Deluxe ★★★★Shiner Hotel
Luxury ★★★★★Paradise Hotel
Today you will visit Pudacuo National Park, located at the heart of ”Three Parallel Rivers” in Northwest Yunnan, the World Natural Heritage Site, that is comprised of an international-valued wetland Bita Lake Nature Reserve and Shudu Lake of Hongshan Zone of the “ Three Parallel Rivers” World Natural Heritage.
You will also visit the Songzanlin Lamasery, which is situated at the foot of the Foping Mountains, Songzanlin Lamasery is the largest Tibetan Buddhist lamasery in Yunnan Province and one of the 13 famous monasteries of Tibetan Kham.
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Day
08
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Depart from Shangri-La
Attraction & Activities:
Shangri-La Diqing Airport
Meals:
Hotel Buffet Breakfast
Free time for your own arrange until transfer you to Airport for your departure. Service Ends.
- Price Per Person in US Dollars
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Sept. 26, 2017 - Dec. 31, 2018 |
Price Type |
Tour Class |
Tour Price |
Adult |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Child (3-11yrs) |
Group Tour |
$ 579 |
Adult2 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult3 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult4 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult5 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult6 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult7 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult8 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
Adult9 |
Group Tour |
$ 643 |
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PRICE INCLUSIONS
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Entrance tickets fees to scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
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Meals: 6 halal lunches.
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Private transfers between airport, hotel and scenic spots while sightseeing by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide.
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Guide service: English speaking tour guide.
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Hotel accommodation based on twin share.
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PRICE EXCLUSION
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International airfare or train tickets to enter or leave China.
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Domestic flight in China.
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China entry visa fees.
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Personal expenses: such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
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Single room supplement
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Tips to guide and driver. (Tiping standard: USD3/person/day.)