Things to do in Shangri-La County, Yunnan: The Best Cultural Tours

July 9, 2021 Matilde Konrad

Shangri-La or Xianggelila is a county-level city in northwestern Yunnan province, People's Republic of China and is the location of the seat of the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
Restaurants in Shangri-La County

1. 8-Day Private Yunnan Tour to Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-La

Travel China Guide Tour
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This private tour packages covers the most interesting facets of Yunnan Province. Highlights include Kunming’s geological wonder the Stone Forest; Dali Old Town, the former political, cultural and economic center of Yunnan; Lijian Old Town, for 800 years home to the Naxi ethnic minority and Pudacuo National Park, a protected wetlands area in Shangri-La (Zhongdian).

Inclusions: Econmy-class airfare from Kunming to Dali, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation based on twin-sharing room as per itinerary, Two bottled waters per person, per day, Transport by private air conditioned vehicle, Professional private tour guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, China Visa Fee

Reviewed By newtella

I contacted Travel China Guide to help me arrange a private airport to train station transfer, train tickets between Kunming and Dali, and a 3-day solo custom private tour that included Lijiang, Xizhou, Shihgu, Yuhu, Shuhe, Baisha, Shaxi, and Tiger Leaping Gorge. Doris Chang was my contact and she was a star from the get-go: responsive, patient, professional, and thorough. Our pre-trip planning email communication was seamless. Once in China, we communicated by WeChat. Mike, my English-speaking airport to train transfer guide in Kunming was also great. Mike was friendly, professional, and made sure I got on the right train. Kevin was my Dali-based guide who took me around Xizhuo, Shaxi, and the Shizhonshan Grottoes. Alice, my Lijiang-based guide, took me around Lijiang, Yuhu, Shuhe, Shigu, and Tiger Leaping Gorge. Kevin and Alice were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. My private driver was also excellent. Travel China Guide delivered excellent, trouble-free service. I look forward to arranging future trips with Travel China Guide. Thank you!

2. Yunnan outdoor adventure trip

Shangri-la Airport, 1 Shen Ying Lu, Xianggelila Shi, Diqing Zangzuzizhizhou, Yunnan Sheng, China SCHEDULE&Go
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The "Lost Horizon, "in Shangri-la of James Milton's. It attract a lot hiking lovers to discover this area if you like outdoor sports you cannot miss this tour. Yunnan has a vast territory, magnificent mountains and rivers, and abundant natural resources. It is a very magical land. Welcome to open the adventure tour of Yunnan with us.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Fairdinkum2

I spent 8 days in the company of Sunny from ScheduleNGo on a tour of southern Yunnan province. Visiting such places as the Stone Forest, the World Heritage listed rice paddies of Honghe, tea plantations and the Water Splashing Festival. Sunny was very attentive, informative and a safe driver. Very well versed in the cultural and geographic features of every place we visited. Knew all the best little local restaurants and street food hang outs. Also tailored my trip to make sure my personal interest (Pu-Ehr tea) was catered to I can't wait to do another tour with ScheduleNGo. Highly recommend this company!

3. Private day tour to Tiger leaping gorge Zhiyun Lamaism monastery from Lijiang

China Kongfu Panda tour
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Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge) is on the Jinsha River of the upper reaches of the Yangtze. It is located 100 kilometers north of LiJiang. The gorge is 17 kilometers long with a drop of 213 meters. The gorge is divided into three sections: Upper, Middle and Lower Hutiao. At the narrowest spot the river is only 30 meters wide. The mouth of the gorge is 1,800 meters above sea level. The river is flanked by Yulong and Haba Snow Mountains, with a height difference of 3,900 meters. It is one of the deepest gorges in the world. Zhiyun Lamaism monastery is located in the small village which is a Tibetan style temple, and the first bend of Yangtze River is a good place to take photos for the Yangtze river.

Inclusions: Private air-conditioning transfers , English speaking guide, Lunch, Entrance fee to Tiger leaping gorge, Shigu town

Exclusions: Tips, Dinner, Accommodation

Reviewed By mohammedarfadurb

We had the most memorable family tour with China Kungfu panda travels. We felt everything was great, our guide Jessica and driver truly cared about us which was amazing. They did their best to make the trip remarkable. This journey was something we will cherish for many years to come. We will cherish the comfort and beauty of Stone forest, & history we learned from our competent guide and the delicious food. It was one of the best trips in our life.

4. Marvelous Gorge Sightseeing and Photo-Taking From Lijiang

ChinaThemeTour

Enjoy private travel experience from local professional tour guide and experienced chauffeur, spend full-day to enjoy the marvelous scenery and take fascinating photos at one of the deepest gorges in the world, admire the eye-catching sceneries on the way and enjoy customized commentary from your guide. This amazing sightseeing includes enormous photo opportunities, bring your camera, wear skid-proof shoes and be prepared to be astonished.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional tour guide, Chinese Lunch, Government tax, Hotel pickup & drop-off, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Jay123travel

i watched Shaolin in my childhood. The gate , main gate is the must to visit side. Then is the kungfu show. following with the 'DOJO' the foot steps floor is amazing.

5. 2-Day Leaping Tiger Gorge & Shangri-La Tour

Wonders Of Yunnan Travel

This tour will take you to some scenic spots between Lijiang and Shangri-la. During this journey you can see the astonishing first bend of the Yangze River shaped like the lettter U. Then hike one of the deepest gorges in the world - the Tiger leaping Gorge with a 3900-meter-high cliff from the river to the top of the mountain. Enter deep into the Tibetan world of Shangri-la, with its lofty and all year-round snow-capped mountains, hidden valleys, endless grasslands, steep and grand gorges, azure lakes and idyllic villages. Visit the biggest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan, meet a local family, explore a hidden temple and see a lot of yaks, horses, wild flowers and birds in the beautiful highland meadows around Napa Lake. • The First Bend of the Yangtze River • Tiger Leaping Gorge • Songzanlin Monastery • Visit a Tibetan Family • Baiji Temple • Napa Lake

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, 1 night in a comfort hotel - twin sharing accommodation with breakfast (B), 2 bottles of local drinking water per person per day, Transportation with skilled driver during tour at designated period of time, Experienced private English-speaking tour guides, Supplement for driver and tour guide (accommodation and meals), 24/7 English-speaking customer services, Government taxes, Breakfast

Exclusions: Dinners, Shopping, Chinese visa, Personal expenses;, Domestic and international flight, Tourist bus / minibus transportation between airport / train station, Single room supplement if clients request a private room in hotel, Personal Travel Accident Insurance., Tips for drivers and guides, highly appreciated but not requested, Things not mentioned in this itinerary

Reviewed By Luke_huihui

Just returned home from our first Yunnan trip. Kaylee at Wonders of Yunnan arranged everything for us and provided many useful tips. As a result, we had a great time in Yunnan and it certainly exceeded our expectation. Will definitely use the service of Wonders of Yunnan again when we visit the region next time. Well done!

6. Northwest Yunnan

Lijiang, Yunnan, China HikeYunnan

Lijiang International Airport is easy to fly in and out. Shangri-La Circuit encompasses snow-capped mountains and dry hot valley, a variety of ethnic minorities. Our guide and driver has been living and working in this region for more than a decade.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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7. 2 Days Shangri-la Tour

Lijiang, Yunnan, China Lijiang Black and White Water River Travel

Located in the north of Yunnan, Shangri la is considered a taste of the end of the world, with a unique and distant atmosphere partly due to the local Tibetan minority, which gives the region a foretaste of Tibet. The altitude of the region is 3200m. There are still many authentic Tibetan villages with an intense rural life. The Songzanlin Monastery, which resembles the famous Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet, is one of the most important monasteries in Yunnan; The ancient village of Dukezong, a Tibetan village on the borders of Yunnan, is reminiscent of the simplicity of life, and the huge Pudacuo Nature Park is also worth a visit.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, Professional guide, skilled driver

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8. 8 Days Yunnan Highlight Tour to Kunming-Dali-Lijiang-Shangri-La

Kunming Airport, Guandu District, Kunming, Yunnan, China China Xian Tour

This 8 days Yunnan tour is a perfert choice for travelers pursuing an in-depth exploration of Yunnan, covering amazing stone forest, thousand-year-old ancient towns, peaceful Erhai Lake, breathtaking Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, hospitable local minorites...Join this tour to create a fond memory of your China holiday and have once-in -a-lifetime traveling experice.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Kunming-Dali high speed train (2nd class seat), Private transfer with air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking tour guides, Entrance tickets mentioned in the itinerary, 7 breakfasts included by hotels, 7 nights comfortable hotels (4 star/ 2 pax sharing 1 room), Tolls, fuels and parking fees

Exclusions: Personal expense, Gratuities (highly recommended), Guide service on the train, Any service beyond the “Price includes”

Reviewed By 779teos

The trip was well planned and customized to our liking! The Tour Guide & Driver were both very polite and professional. Memorable trip in Guilin and would highly recommend!

9. 2-Days Private tour of Shibaoshan,Shaxi and Tiger Leaping Gorge from Dali

Yunnan One Day Tours

Visit highlights of Dali and Lijiang including Dali Shibaoshan Mountain and overnight in Dali Shaxi old town then next day visit the Lijiang Tiger Leaping gorge with this 2 days private tour from Dali. You will be picked up Dali hotel/train station and dropped off at the Lijiang/Shuhe hotel.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, The private car & private guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, The entrance tickets

Exclusions: The Shaxi hotel and dinner

Reviewed By ericmQ5744JJ

This was our second time to Yunnan province and our first time to Dali and this tour made us fall in love with Dali! We were staying in kunming for a 3 day weekend and decided to go to Dali for the day, this tour gives you all it promises and more. It was very easy to book and communicate with the company via WeChat. Even though it was a holiday and we only gave them a few hours notice (not to mention the middle of a pandemic) they arranged everything quickly and hassle free. Everything from that day (from leaving our hotel room in the morning to returning to our hotel at night) was extremely simple thanks to the tour company. Our tour guide, Linda, was the best tour guide we have ever had! She helped us with everything and showed us the real Dali, her English is extremely good so make sure you ask for Linda if you go! Even though we already did this trip, we would definitely do it again without hesitation! Also the lunch is absolutely out of this world, make sure you choose the traditional Dali Chinese food option it is so good and let's you taste real traditional local food.

10. 6 Days Yunnan Province:Kunming,Dali,Lijiang Nature & Culture Tour (5-star hotel)

China Toruk Tour

Yunnan is a province of the China, located in the far southwest of the China. Due to its unique geographical environment and historical reasons, Yunnan is rich in tourism resources, including natural resources and historical site. This 6 days Yunnan tour covered the 3 major destinations: Kunming,the capital of Yunnan province, you will be amazed by the unique stone forest. Dali Ancient Town, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Yunnan, known for its natural scenery, historical and cultural heritage, and vibrant nightlife. Lijiang is famous for its UNESCO Heritage Site, the Old Town of Lijiang.The town has a history going back more than 800 years and was once a confluence for trade along the old tea horse road. The Lijiang old town is famous for its orderly system of waterways and bridges. The old town of Lijiang differs from other ancient Chinese cities in architecture, history and the culture of its traditional residents the Nakhi people.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Admission tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary, Bullet Train Tickets from Kunming to Dali, Accommodation as listed in the itinerary, Airport or train station pick up and drop off,necessary vehicle transfers as listed in the itinerary, Professional English-speaking guide, Accident insurance

Exclusions: Recommended optional activities, Accommodation not listed in the itinerary, Personal expenses, Tourist sites which are not listed in the itinerary, Optional tips to guides, drivers

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