Tiger Leaping Gorge
Lijiang
SOUTH WEST CHINA
China’s south west provinces reveal a quite spectacular wealth of treasures, from the remarkable Stone Forest of Kunming to the lush tropical plains of Xishuangbanna and the snow-capped mountains of Zhongdian.
KUNMING With an unusually mild climate, Kunming is the perfect base for exploring further into Yunnan province. A wander through the alleyways will reveal roadside masseurs, karaoke stalls and entertaining street performers.
DALI
Home to indigenous tribes of Hani and Bai, Dali is a fascinating mix of tribal lore, traditional stone architecture and historical monuments. A walk around the cobbled back streets is a particularly nice way to enjoy this pleasant town.
LIJIANG
Home to the matriarchal Naxi, Lijiang occupies a plateau in the shadow of the snow-capped peaks of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on the northern border with Tibet. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient town is a stunning collection of colourful tradition, cobbled streets and wooden houses.
ZHONGDIAN Lying on a high plateau with a picturesque setting amidst lakes, villages and prayer fl ags, the town of Zhongdian is located 100km south of the spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge.
JOURNEY THROUGH YUNNAN 13 Days from £3095 pp twin share with flights
Snow-capped mountains and indigenous tribes in China’s South West.
DAYS 1 to 3 – Fly to Kunming Thai Airways fl ight from Heathrow to Kunming via Bangkok. Visit the Stone Forest at Shilin and an ethnic village. 2 nights at the Grand Park Hotel.
DAYS 4/5 – Dali
Fly to Dali for 2 nights at the Regent Hotel. Boat trip on Er Hai Lake, visit Bai villages and the Three Pagodas.
DAYS 6/7 – Lijiang
Drive to Lijiang for 2 nights at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Visit the spectacular Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the Old Town.
DAYS 8/9 – Zhongdian Travel via the magnifi cent Tiger Leaping Gorge to Zhongdian. 2 nights at Gyalthang Dzong Hotel. Visit Tibetan monasteries, Bita Lake and the Old Town.
DAYS 10/11 – Jinghong
Fly to the ‘Dawn Capital’ of Jinghong with its South East Asian culture and climate. 2 nights at the New Tai Garden Hotel. Visit local markets and the Menglun Botanical Gardens.
DAYS 12/13 – Fly to the UK Fly to Kunming for the Thai Airways fl ight to the UK.
DEPARTURES MAR-NOV
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