8 Days Explore Shangri-la Muslim Tour

Tour Code: M2C-PVT-KDLS-8D

Duration: 8 Days

Visit: Kunming,Dali,Lijiang,Shangri-La

Note: 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.

Starting From: $ 579 P/P

Beijing &Tianjin 6 Days Muslim Tour

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
 
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  • Day

    01

    Arrive in Kunming

    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. 
  • Day

    02

    Kunming

    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. 
  • Day

    03

    Kunming to Dali (By flight)

    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.

  • Day

    04

    Dali to Lijiang (By coach)

    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.

  • Day

    05

    Lijiang

    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. 

  • Day

    06

    Lijiang to Shangri-la (By coach)

    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.
  • Day

    07

    Shangri-La

    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.

  • Day

    08

    Depart from Shangri-La

    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
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
Remarks

1) Group size is from 6 persons up.
2) Additional charge for accommodation for weekend is USD15 per person per night
3) Additional charge for accommodation for special holidays is USD25 per person per night. Special holidays include: Christmas, Easter, New Year, Chinese New Year. Labor Day Holidays from May 1-7, National Day Holidays from Oct 1 to 7.
4) Tipping standard per person per day: USD3 for tour guide, USD2 for driver.
5) Our service is based on seat-in-coach service. We have coach service with English speaking tour guide in many cities. After you have bought our tours, we will piick you up from airport/hotel/ferry terminal, take you to visit famous attractions in town

PRICE INCLUSIONS

  • Entrance tickets fees to scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
  • Meals: 6 halal lunches.
  • Private transfers between airport, hotel and scenic spots while sightseeing by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide.
  • Guide service: English speaking tour guide.
  • Hotel accommodation based on twin share.

PRICE EXCLUSION

  • International airfare or train tickets to enter or leave China.
  • Domestic flight in China.
  • China entry visa fees.
  • Personal expenses: such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
  • Single room supplement
  • Tips to guide and driver. (Tiping standard: USD3/person/day.)