Day 1: JAKARTA - KUNMING
Flight: 8L834 CGK-KMG 23:50 – 06:15
Today, gather at the airport to start your journey to Kunming, also known as the "City of Eternal Spring" due to its pleasant climate all year round.
Day 2: KUNMING - DALI (B-Box/MS/MM)
Upon arrival in Kunming, you will visit Yuantong Temple, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Kunming with a rich history, magnificent architecture, and peaceful atmosphere. Next, you will head to Dali, a city with a charming culture, unique architecture, traditional costumes, and well-preserved cultural festivals. Upon arrival in Dali, you will be taken to your hotel for rest.
Day 3: DALI - LIJIANG (MP/MS/MM)
After breakfast, you will visit Dali Santorini (including battery car and afternoon tea), a unique European-style destination inspired by the beauty of Santorini Island in Greece. Here, you can experience the charm of Dali and Santorini at the same time. Then, you will head to Lijiang to visit Black Dragon Pool Park, a place full of legends. According to legend, a legendary figure named Lu Dongbin managed to subdue nine dragons and seal them under an ancient tower. The last black dragon was left to protect the community, giving the Black Dragon Pool its name. You will also visit the Red Sun Plaza for a photo opportunity. The Red Plaza is one of the iconic landmarks of Lijiang City. Next, you will enjoy the beauty of the night view at Lijiang Ancient Town, a charming old town at the foot of Yulong Snow Mountain. The majority of the population here belongs to the Naxi ethnic group. Lijiang Ancient Town is known for its rich ethnic culture and is officially listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With bridges and canals spread throughout the city, elegant wooden houses, charming inns, and bars, Lijiang is known as the "Oriental Venice" and "Suzhou in Highland". This city is also known as Dayan Old Town and is the only famous ancient town in China that has no city walls. You will have free time to enjoy Lijiang Water Truck, Square Street, and Bar Street.
Day 4: LIJIANG (MP/MS/XX)
After breakfast, you will go shopping at a Jewelry Shop. Then, you will visit Snow Mountain Canyon Performing Arts Park or Dongba Secret Land (including battery car and glass skywalk), an area of over 800 m2 located in the Grand Canyon of Luomeile, Baisha Town. It consists of grasslands, highlands, flower valleys, forests, and traditional Naxi villages. Ethnic buildings, symbolic murals, and magical atmosphere make you feel like you have stepped into a living world from the past. Every corner is a unique photo spot, while the stories of ancestors passed down add to the spiritual and impressive impression. Here, you will enjoy a unique experience by walking on a challenging glass bridge and admiring the magnificent panorama of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from a height.
Day 5: LIJIANG - SHANGRILA (MP/MS/MM)
After breakfast, you will go shopping at a Herbal Medicine Center. Then, you will continue your journey to Shangri-La. On the way to Shangri-La, you will stop to visit Tiger Leaping Gorge (not including round-trip escalator). In Mandarin, it is called Hutiao Xia. Located on the border between Lijiang and Shangri-La, this gorge stretches over the Jinsha River, a major tributary of the upper Yangtze River, and is known as one of the deepest gorges in the world. Upon arrival in Shangri-La, you will visit the Yak Museum, which introduces the culture and important role of yaks in the lives of the Tibetan Plateau people. Afterwards, you will visit Napahai (not including horseback riding). Napahai is a typical seasonal highland lake. From a distance, the lake looks like a clear mirror spread over a vast green meadow. The view of the lake changes according to the season, offering different beauties throughout the year. As the day draws to a close, you will visit Dukezong Ancient City, the largest and best-preserved ancient town of Tibet among the 147 Tibetan provinces in China. This city is also the largest ancient Tibetan community and one of the oldest cities in the region. Due to its long history, the city is also known as the "footstep of Shangri-La". Here, you will visit Turtle Hill Park & Prayer Wheel. Turtle Hill Park was built during the Qing Dynasty and is located on a hill. From the top, you can see the entire area. The Prayer Wheel here is also the most iconic symbol of the park.
Day 6: SHANGRILA - DALI (MP/MS/XX)
After breakfast, you will visit The Kalachakra Mandala. The Kalachakra Mandala is not just a work of art, but a symbol that contains deep spiritual meaning and philosophy of Tibetan Buddhism. Then, you will take photos at the famous media spot, Shangri-La Dajingfan, a popular photo spot with a breathtaking cultural and scenic background. Afterwards, you will head to Dali to visit Dali Ancient Town, located at the foot of Cangshan Mountain and facing Erhai Lake. Most of the houses here are traditional courtyard-style homes, neatly arranged. The atmosphere of Dali Ancient Town is peaceful and calming, as the residents have a habit of planting flowers and trees around their homes. You will also visit Foreigner Street (not including battery car), originally called "Huguo Road", which is a bustling center of cafes, art shops, and a relaxed atmosphere that combines tradition with modern style.
Day 7: DALI - SHILIN (MP/MS/MM)
After breakfast, you will go shopping at an Astaxanthin Shop. Then, you will visit Heishiqing Stone Forest, located in Xinglin Grand View Park, which is part of the Stone Forest tourist area in Yunnan, China. Here, you will have a special experience exploring unique karst formations against