Rediscovering Shangri-La Vacation
Featuring tours to Kunming, Lijiang, Zhongdian, Dali and Hong Kong
Pacific Holidays' Rediscovering Shangri-La Vacation takes you on an exciting tour of Kunming, Lijiang, Zhongdian, Dali and Hong Kong. Finally, visit the exotic locales you have only read about in books or seen in movies! Kunming is a beautiful city located on top of a plateau in Yunnan Province, China. It is surrounded by mountains on three sides and a lake to the south. You will visit the major attractions of this city, which is surrounded by a wall that was built in the 14th century by the Ming Dynasty. Other highlights of your Kunming tour will include a visit to either the Western Hills or the traditional Taoist Golden Temple.
You will enjoy all the diversions during your Rediscovering Shangri-La Tour. Afterwards you will relax and rejuvenate in your hotel. Your Kunming hotel is the comfortable and well-appointed Bank Hotel.
Other Shangri-La Vacation Highlights
Your Rediscovering Shangri-La Vacation also includes a visit to the old town of Lijiang, the city in Yunnan province where Kublai Khan reigned. This town is quite special due to its history, its geographic location and the renowned Black Dragon Pool (Heilongtan). It is also the only "old city" in China without a wall.
Discover the scenery of legendary Shangri-La along with a visit to the 17th-century Tibetan monastery of Garden Songzalin (Guihua). Your trip will include the Napa Lake and Bita Lake Nature Reserves. You may also have a chance to visit a Tibetan home in a mountain village. Your tour also includes a visit to scenic Dali and the incredible city of Hong Kong.
Travel with Pacific Holidays to Kunming, Lijiang and all the destinations on our Rediscovering Shangri-La vacation. We are an industry leader with over 15 years of experience. For details on this Rediscovering Shangri-La vacation or any of our Asia travel packages, please click on the selections below or contact 800-355-8025 for more information
Sample Itinerary:
Day 1, Thursday - USA/Kunming
Depart the USA on Cathay Pacific's trans- Pacific flight to Kunming.
Day 2, Friday - En Route
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3, Saturday - Kunming
Arrive in Kunming, capital city of Yunnan Province, called "South of the Clouds" and home to 12 ethnic minority groups. You are met and transferred to your hotel. If time permits, a late afternoon tour visits either the Western Hills or the traditional Taoist Golden Temple. (Bank Hotel) (B)
Day 4, Sunday - Kunming
Today you travel about two hours southeast of the city to see the Stone Forest, unique geological formations, and perhaps visit a local village of the Sani people. (B/L)
Day 5, Monday - Kunming/Dali
After an early breakfast, take a short flight to scenic Dali. Visit Lake Erhai, the Three White Pagodas, and the old city proper. (Asia Star Hotel) (B/L/D) Day 6, Tuesday - Dali/Lijiang
Travel overland to Lijiang, with a stop at Xizhou, a village of the Bai nationality. Then continue to Cang Mountain, stopping for lunch at a local restaurant. Arrive in Lijiang in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel. (Grand Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 7, Wednesday - Lijiang
Today's sightseeing in the ancient city of Lijiang includes the Jade Peak Monastery, the Baisha Mural, Jade Spring Park, vestiges of East Ba script, and the canals and cobbled streets of the old city. (B/L/D)
Day 8, Thursday - Lijiang/Zhongdian
Drive further towards the northwest and deep into the Tibetan region. Pass soaring snow-capped mountains, treacherous gorges, and peaceful villages in an area that was inaccessible until very recently. Visit Shigu Town, the first bend of the Yangtze River and Hutiao Gorges. (Diqing Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 9, Friday - Zhongdian
Today you rediscover the legendary Shangri- La. Visit the 17th-century Tibetan monastery of Garden Songzalin (Guihua) and enjoy the scenery and wildlife in the Napa Lake and Bita Lake Nature Reserves. You may also have a chance to visit a Tibetan home in a mountain village. (B/L/D)
Day 10, Saturday - Zhongdian/Kunming
Return to Kunming by air, followed by a sightseeing tour of the city, which includes Horticultural Expo Park. (Bank Hotel) (B/L)
Day 11, Sunday - Kunming/Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel. (Harbour Plaza Hotel) (B)
Day 12, Monday - Hong Kong
After breakfast, a half-day sightseeing tour takes you to Stanley Market, Aberdeen, and Victoria Peak. The balance of the day is free for exploring the city and shopping. (B)
Day 13, Tuesday - Hong Kong/USA
Board Cathay Pacific Airways for return to USA the same day. (B)
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