Comfort Yunnan (Tiger Leaping Gorge)
9 days ex Kunming
Try tasty Yunnan delicacies, Roam the laneways of Lijiang, Visit a Tibetan monastery, See stunning Tiger Leaping Gorge, Explore the markets of Kunming, Experience the laid-back charm of picturesque Dali.
Take an in-depth journey through Yunnan, home to diverse peoples, magical scenery and laid-back little towns. Soak up the cultures of the Bai and Naxi peoples, visit a Tibetan monastery and indulge in the delicious delicacies of Yunnan. From cosmopolitan Kunming all the way to spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge and back, get ready for an unforgettable travel experience.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (8 nts)
Transportation: Plane, private bus, local bus
Trip Style: Intrepid Comfort
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $100 for meals not included.
Take an in-depth journey through Yunnan, home to diverse peoples, magical scenery and laid-back little towns. Soak up the cultures of the Bai and Naxi peoples, visit a Tibetan monastery and indulge in the delicious delicacies of Yunnan. From cosmopolitan Kunming all the way to spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge and back, get ready for an unforgettable travel experience.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (8 nts)
Transportation: Plane, private bus, local bus
Trip Style: Intrepid Comfort
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $100 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6602039
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Kunming | Take the time to explore the 'Eternal Spring City' of Kunming, capital of the province. You might like to visit the Tang Dynasty Pagodas or explore the excellent Provincial Museum to get a taste of Yunnan's history and culture. |
| Days 2-3 | Dali | Relax in Dali and take in the spectacular views of the surrounding snow-capped mountain peaks. Take a tour of the countryside to visit the colourful markets of the Bai people; weave through the fantastic displays of a huge variety of goods. |
| Days 4-5 | Lijiang | The World Heritage-listed town of Lingjiang is home to the Naxi people, who descend from Tibetan nomads. Stay in the town's atmospheric Old Quarter and take the chance to visit an ancient house and soak up some culture at a traditional Naxi music performance. There's time to indulge in some more Yunnan-style cuisine - maybe the popular 'across-the-bridge noodles' - or head out into the countryside to catch a glimpse of Jade Dragon Mountain. |
| Days 6-7 | Tiger Leaping Gorge/Zhongdian | Prepare to be blown away by some of the most magnificent scenery in all of China. Tiger Leaping Gorge rises up 3,900 m above the waters of the Yangzi, making it one of the world's deepest gorges. In Zhongdian, or Shangri-La as it is now known, visit the massive Ganden Sumtseling Gompa, a Tibetan monastery with hundreds of monks. Catching a sunset from the top is incredibly beautiful. |
| Days 8-9 | Kunming | Return to Kunming to delve deeper below the surface and find hidden treasures and delightful sights. Enjoy a final dinner before bidding farewell to wonderful Yunnan. |
- Dates/Pricing
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