Yunnan Slow Travel & Cultural Discovery Private Tour

Ancient towns, terraced rice fields, snow mountains, and ethnic minority cultures at a relaxed pace.

Trip Overview

Yunnan is China’s most culturally diverse province. This private tour moves slowly — time to wander Lijiang’s canals, cycle Erhai Lake, and experience Naxi and Bai cultures. Optional extensions to Shangri-La and Yuanyang Rice Terraces.

Trip Highlights

• Lijiang Old Town (UNESCO)
• Erhai Lake cycling near Dali
• Naxi and Bai ethnic cultures
• Tiger Leaping Gorge or Snow Mountain
• Optional Shangri-La extension
• Private guide, slow daily pace

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Lijiang

Airport transfer. Evening stroll through lantern-lit old town.

Day 2 – Lijiang Old Town

Black Dragon Pool, Mu Mansion. Baisha Village murals and Naxi culture.

Day 3 – Gorge or Mountain

Tiger Leaping Gorge hike or Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable car.

Day 4 – Lijiang to Dali

Drive 2.5 hours to Dali. Explore Dali Old Town, Three Pagodas, city wall.

Day 5 – Erhai Lake & Xizhou

Cycle Erhai Lake. Visit Bai village market and courtyard tea ceremony.

Day 6 – Departure

Fly from Dali or Lijiang, or extend to Shangri-La.

What’s Included

• Private English-speaking guide




• Private vehicle




• Entrance fees




• 5 nights accommodation




• Daily breakfast




• Airport transfers

What’s Not Included

• Flights




• Snow mountain cable car




• Visa fees




• Meals (lunch and dinner)




• Shangri-La extension




• Travel insurance




• Tips

Best Time to Travel

Year-round mild climate. Best months: March–May & September–November.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tour good for first-time visitors to China?

Yes — Yunnan is one of China’s most accessible and visitor-friendly provinces, with well-developed tourism infrastructure and mild weather year-round.