No one should miss visiting Lijiang! Many cultures mix and merge in Lijiang. It's beauty is equalled only by the ethnic diversity as many cultures come together in the city that has seen more than 1000 years of history.
Day 1
Place & Transport: Beijing to Kunming
Today's Activities: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Kunming), The Stone Forest
Meals: Chinese Lunch at Yunhexiang Restaurant(Lunch)
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The Stone Forest: A fantastic natural phenomena located 90 km southeast of Kunming. The various shapes of karst landscape was formed due to the millions years movement of Earth. The Stone Forest area is the home of the Sani people, their folk customs has become one spectacular scene, the colorful embroidery and minority dances combine with the natural sceneries, which will surely leave you a deep impression.
Yunhexiang Restaurant: This restaurant is located in the centre Kunming city and feature a court yard inside the restaurant. It is popular with families.
Day 2
Place & Transport: Kunming to Lijiang, Flight No. TBA
Today's Activities: Hotel to airport Transfer (Kunming), Airport to Hotel Transfer (Lijiang), Lijiang Ancient Town, Wangu Tower, Lijiang Museum
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Misi Restaurant (Lunch)
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Lijiang Ancient Town: It is situated in the middle area of the county, which is more than 2400 meters high above sea level. It enjoys beautiful scenes, an indeed famous city with long history and splendid culture, it is very rare in China that such well-preserved minority ancient city still exists. The old town is quite busy in the afternoon and evening with an active atmosphere of the lights and crowd. An early morning visit will be less crowded.
Wangu Tower: The landmark building of Lijiang ancient town--the Wangu building is located on the top of Lion Hill. This is the best pure wood building in the world, which is 33 meters high.
Misi Restaurant: Located in the center of Old City of Lijaing ,Misi Restaurant serves both Chinese and Western Cuisines
Lijiang Museum: Lijiang Museum showcases products of many types, including the old paintings and hand writing arts.
Tel: 0888-5114618
Day 3
Place & Transport: Lijiang
Today's Activities: The Mural in Baisha Village, The Large Cable Car on Jade Dragon Mountain (from Ganhaizi)
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Baisha Shiguang Restaurant (Lunch)
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The Mural in Baisha Village: Baisha village is about 16 kilometers north of Lijiang City. It is the important birthplace of "Tusi" (the Chinese word means chieftain of a clan) from Mu clan. Its characteristic artistic style and precious historic content of the mural deeply attracted visitors from home and abroad.
The Large Cable Car on Jade Dragon Mountain (from Ganhaizi): It's a snow capped mountain with an altitude of 5596 meters above sea level. The mountain has 13 peaks of which the highest is 18000 feet above sea level. Its high mountain and meadow views setting off the snow and rivers, construct amazing picture.
You could take the Large Cable Car on the top of Jade Dragon Mountain (from Ganhaizi) and enjoy yourself.
Baisha Shiguang Restaurant: The restaurant is located in Baisha Village and provides mainly Naxi cuisine along with some Chinese dishes.
Day 4
Place & Transport: Lijiang to Beijing
Today's Activities: Hotel to airport Transfer (Lijiang)
Meals: Breakfast
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Note: If you choose to stay on in Beijing for a few extra days, or arrive a few days early in Beijing, please let us know, and we'd be happy to extend your hotel bookings, or arrange additional tours for you.
* Prices are in US dollars, for one person. Prices are for references only, may vary according to different travel seasons.
