Ancient Yunnan: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri La
Travel through Yunnan’s dramatic shift from subtropical valleys to Himalayan plateaus, where historic towns and distinct cultures sit between some of southwest China’s most striking landscapes. Over nine days, the route connects Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri La, revealing ancient Naxi heritage, highland scenery and the deep gorge carved by the Jinsha River. Each stop feels markedly different from the China most visitors know, yet the journey remains comfortably paced rather than rushed. With return Batik Air charter flights, accommodation, daily meals, high-speed rail and ground transport included, this tour suits travellers seeking a culturally rich route that ventures well beyond China’s familiar eastern cities.
A Glimpse of Your Journey
- ✦Cable car to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain glacier at 4,506m
- ✦Impression Lijiang — performed on a hillside, mountain as backdrop
- ✦Tiger Leaping Gorge — one of the deepest river gorges on earth
- ✦Dukezong Old Town at night — lantern-lit Tibetan plateau at 3,200m
- ✦Naigu Stone Forest — limestone landscape over 270 million years old
- ✦High-speed train from Lijiang to Kunming
Itinerary & Route
Your Yunnan journey begins at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang) tonight. Check in for flight OD696, departing at 2140, and you arrive in Kunming at 0115 the following morning. It is a late-night departure by design — this routing means you lose no full day to travel, and you arrive ready to begin the moment you wake. Pack light carry-on essentials for overnight comfort; your checked luggage will make the journey with you.
Kunming Changshui International Airport — International arrivals are straightforward, and transfers to the city are organised. Keep your travel documents accessible for immigration.
Your Yunnan journey begins at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang) tonight. Check in for flight OD696, departing at 2140, and you arrive in Kunming at 0115 the following morning. It is a late-night departure by design — this routing means you lose no full day to travel, and you arrive ready to begin the moment you wake. Pack light carry-on essentials for overnight comfort; your checked luggage will make the journey with you.
Kunming Changshui International Airport — International arrivals are straightforward, and transfers to the city are organised. Keep your travel documents accessible for immigration.
What's Included
- flight
Flights
Return Batik Air economy charter flights from Subang, with 20kg checked and 5kg cabin baggage
- hotel
Accommodation
7 nights’ hotel accommodation
- restaurant
Meals
Daily breakfast, plus lunch and dinner throughout
- airport_shuttle
Transport
Air-conditioned transport and Lijiang–Kunming high-speed train
- handshake
Tips
Driver and guide tipping included
Dates & Prices
No upcoming departures
There are no fixed dates open for booking right now. We can run this route privately on dates that suit you, or let you know as soon as new dates are confirmed.