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YUNNAN
HIGHLIGHTS
- 5
days/ 4 nights (YUN)
Kunming / Zhongdian / Lijiang
Private Tour - daily
departure
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Kunming, an ancient cultural city, also known as "the City of
Perpetual Spring", is the capital of Yunnan situated 6,213
feet above sea level with an annual average temperature of 58 Fo.
It is a place were 26 ethnic cultures have come together over many
centuries. Known for its remarkable Stone Forest, mild climate, beautiful
plateau landscape, and ethnic folklore, Kunming
never ceases to delight visitors with each passing day.
Next, embark on
an inspiring time journey to Zhongdian, a land so stunningly
beautiful they call it Shangri-la. At an altitude of 10,000
feet, this "lost horizon" is located between Yunnan & Tibet hidden
in lush meadows and snow mountains famed for its breathtaking
landscape, timeless Tibetan culture and centuries-old monasteries.
Highlights here include visits to Emerald Pagoda Lake (Bitahai),
Songzanlin Monastery, White Water Terraces (Bai Shui Tai).
Proceed by road
through spectacular mountain sceneries to Tiger Leaping Gorge, a
canyon on the Yangtze River believed to be the deepest gorge in the
world that overlooks the rushing Golden Sands (Jingsha) River. Your
unforgettable Yunnan journey is topped off by reaching the ancient
city of Lijiang,
a stunning ancient city set amid towering mountain ranges
beautifully accented by centuries old architectures, mesmerizing
landscape, time-honored traditions and warm friendly people. Here
visitors enjoy leisurely strolls about the cobbled Old Town to shop
and dine, a visit to the picturesque Black Dragon Pond and a glimpse
of one of its nearby Naxi minority villages.
Special discounted
international airfares are available for this tour -- contact us for details.
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TOUR
INCLUDES:
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6 nights hotel accommodations per
itinerary
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Air & Ground transportation between
Kunming & Lijiang
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Hotel
American Breakfasts Daily
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5 Lunches
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1 Dinner
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Private Tour:
Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional
English-speaking guides
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TOUR
ITINERARY:
Day 1. Upon arrival at Kunming,
you'll be met and transferred to
Grand Park Hotel.
Day 2. A full day excursion to the remarkable Stone Forest
with towering peaks of bizarre shaped limestone which stretches out
over 200 acres. (B,L)
Day 3. Fly to Zhongdian. Upon arrival, commence brief sightseeing
of the city before transferring to Shangri-la Paradise Hotel. Lunch
and dinner are served at local restaurants. (B,L,D)
Day 4. Full day excursion to Bitahai (Emerald Pagoda Lake),
Songzanlin Monastery & Bai Shui Tai (White Water Terraces) with
lunch at a local restaurant. (B,L)
Day 5.
Proceed by road to Lijiang. En-route
visit Tiger Leaping Gorge with lunch at a local restaurant. Check-in
at
Crowne Plaza
Lijiang,
located in the heart of the Old City. (B,L)
Day 6. Enjoy a morning tour of Black Dragon Pond followed by a
visit to a local Naxi Minority Village. Lunch at a local restaurant
and balance of the day at your leisure to relax, shop or explore the
Old City on your own. (B,L)
Day 7. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight onward. (B)
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2010/11 Price Chart (Price valid through March 31st, 2011) |
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Hotel |
Half
Twin |
Single
Supplement |
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LS |
HS |
LS |
HS |
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Accommodations as listed above |
1,925 |
1,925 |
595 |
595 |
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Tour requires minimum of two
passengers to operate |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Prices are
per person, based on double occupancy.
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LS= Low
Season: Dec-Mar; Jun-Aug
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HS= High
Season: Apr, May; Sep-Nov
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Price includes all entrance fees, tax
and service charges at hotels & restaurants
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Prices excludes personal expenses,
beverages, gratuities to guides & drivers
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China
visa required for entry. Not included in package.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of trip return
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Prices
subject to change without notice
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Stone
Forest, Kunming |
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Old Town,
Lijiang |
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Zhongdian |
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