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CHINA: SHANGRI-LA – LIJIANG: THE LEGEND OF YUNNAN

Tour code: CN806.055 days 4 nightsDeparts from Ho Chi Minh CityRuili Airlines

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19,490,000 VND

There are lands not just to visit, but to listen to stories told through time… The China tour exploring Yunnan brings you to Kunming - the "spring city" with its peaceful pace of life and poetic scenery. To Lijiang - where time seems to stand still among ancient streets and old roofs telling stories of hundreds of years. In the mystical land of Shangri-La, you will feel the stillness spreading between high mountains and white clouds, ancient monasteries hidden in sacred space and a deep blue sky that seems to touch infinity. Each stop is a piece of the puzzle, connecting into a journey both magnificent and profound. This journey is among the featured Lijiang tours and Asia tours. Discover more exciting journeys with Gateway.

Highlights

  • Complimentary Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable car ticket – conquer the roof of Yunnan
  • Complimentary ticket to the Impression Lijiang show
  • Direct charter tour
  • Experience the culture and cuisine of the Naxi people in Lijiang
  • Discover the mysterious beauty of Shangrila: Tiger Leaping Gorge, White Pagoda, Dukezong Ancient Town...
  • Admire the giant gilded prayer wheel at the Great Buddha Temple
  • Immerse yourself in the majestic natural beauty of Black Dragon Pool Park
  • Enjoy the sparkling, fairy-tale scenery of Lijiang

Sights: Kunming - Lijiang - No shopping

Itinerary

11:05: Guests gather at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. The group leader completes departure procedures for the group to board the scheduled flight DR5052 SGN–LJG 14:05–18:35 to Lijiang.
● Lijiang is not only an ancient city rich in history on the Silk Road, but also a charming destination with majestic natural beauty. This place preserves the imprint of the Naxi Kingdom, with ancient streets and mysterious ethnic culture that captivates every visitor.

A corner of Lijiang city seen from above
A corner of Lijiang city seen from above
Lijiang Ancient Town
Lijiang Ancient Town
18:35: The group arrives at Sanyi – Lijiang International Airport. The bus and tour guide in China pick up guests for dinner at a local restaurant.
Sanyi International Airport
Sanyi International Airport
After that, the bus takes the group to the hotel for check-in and rest.
Overnight in Lijiang.

Morning: Guests have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
The group departs for Shangrila – meaning "the sun and moon in the heart", Shangrila is a majestic highland at an altitude of 3,300m with snow-capped mountains and vast lakes. This is a distinctive cultural center, where the traditional values and long-standing way of life of the Tibetan people have been preserved almost intact for over 1,300 years.
● Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge) is one of the deepest and narrowest mountain gorges in the world, where the Yangtze River is squeezed between the Jade Dragon and Haba snow mountains. This 16km-long, nearly 3,900m-deep gorge is famous for the dramatic sight of river water crashing violently against large rocks, creating a wild and magnificent sound and beauty. (Escalator fee not included)

Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge)
Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Gorge)
● White Pagoda: the pristine white pagoda is considered a symbol welcoming guests to the gateway of Shangrila. This place impresses with its unique "pagoda within a pagoda" structure and deeply spiritual atmosphere, an ideal stop to pray for peace before exploring the Tibetan land. (Outside visit)
White Pagoda
White Pagoda
● Check-in at the Great Prayer Flag Corridor – vibrant prayer flags covering the walkway, symbolizing peace wishes sent into the wind by the Tibetan people.
Great Prayer Flag Corridor
Great Prayer Flag Corridor
Noon: Guests have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, continue the sightseeing journey:
● Dukezong Ancient Town also known as "Moonlight City", is a Tibetan settlement with a history of over 1,300 years. The people here use white as the main color for every house, symbolizing purity. On full-moon nights, moonlight shines on the white walls, creating a magical and extremely romantic scene.
Dukezong Ancient Town
Dukezong Ancient Town
● Great Buddha Temple – the brilliant spiritual symbol of Shangrila with distinctive Tibetan architecture and panoramic views of the highlands. This place is famous for its giant gilded prayer wheel, where guests can turn the prayer wheel together to send wishes for peace and good luck.
Great Buddha Temple
Great Buddha Temple
Evening: The group has dinner at a local restaurant. Then, return to the hotel for check-in and rest.
Overnight in Shangrila.

Morning: You have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Then, the car takes the group to visit:
● Songzanlin Monastery is a symbol of Tibetan Buddhism of the Yellow Hat sect in Yunnan, famous for its distinctive architecture with gilded roofs and majestic red walls. This monastery is also known as the "Tibetan Art Museum" because it preserves many extremely precious religious objects and cultural heritage.

Songzanlin Monastery
Songzanlin Monastery
Noon: You have lunch with the famous crossing-the-bridge noodles.
Continuing the journey, the group travels back to Lijiang.
● Black Dragon Pool Park – a moving ink-wash painting, nestled at the foot of the majestic Longquan Mountain and beside the poetic Black Dragon River. This place is also known as Longwang Temple, bearing the distinctive cultural and historical imprint of Lijiang.
Black Dragon Pool Park
Black Dragon Pool Park
Evening: The group has dinner on your own. Then, return to the hotel to check in and rest.
You can choose to join the show "Lijiang Eternal Love" – a spectacular art performance recreating the history, culture and legends of Lijiang, combining music, dance and impressive stage effects. (at your own expense – 380 RMB/guest)
Show "Lijiang Eternal Love"
Overnight in Lijiang.

Morning: You have breakfast at the hotel. The car takes the group to visit:
● Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is like a giant silver dragon stretching across the sky of Lijiang with peaks covered in snow all year round, known as the "Switzerland of the East". Here, you will experience the large cable car at Glacier Park taking you up to an altitude of 4,506m to admire the magnificent icy scenery and enjoy the majestic natural beauty.
(In case the cable car to 4,605m cannot operate due to maintenance/bad weather/peak season, the group will take the Yunshanping cable car instead.)

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain tourist area
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain tourist area
● Blue Moon Valley is formed from melting ice water on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. On sunny days, the river water turns brilliant blue, winding in a crescent shape. From a distance, the valley looks like a blue moon lying at the foot of Jade Dragon Mountain, so this place is called Blue Moon Valley. (electric car not included)
Blue Moon Valley
Blue Moon Valley
Noon: You have a hotpot buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Then, continue to visit:
● "Impression Lijiang" show: You will join an outdoor show at an altitude of over 3,000m, with the stage backdrop being the sky and the majestic Jade Dragon Mountain range. The spectacular show is directed by the famous director Zhang Yimou. (Ticket is a gift from the company)
Show
Show "Impression Lijiang"
Evening: The group has dinner on your own. Then, freely stroll around to visit:
● Lijiang Ancient Town: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, a famous old town in Yunnan. In the evening, the ancient town becomes magical with sparkling golden lights on stone roads and traditional wooden houses. You enjoy music and dance performances and explore the unique Naxi culture along with local cuisine.
A corner of Lijiang Ancient Town sparkling in the lights
A corner of Lijiang Ancient Town sparkling in the lights
The car takes you back to the hotel to rest.
Overnight in Lijiang.

Lijiang
Lijiang

Morning: You have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
After breakfast, the group transfers to the airport and checks in for the scheduled flight DR5051 LJG SGN 10:40 13:05 back to Ho Chi Minh City.
13:05: Landing at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the group completes immigration procedures into Vietnam.
Say goodbye and hope to see you soon on the next journeys.
*** The order of sightseeing spots may change depending on actual circumstances and weather conditions, but the number of sightseeing spots remains unchanged. ***

Departures and prices

DepartsReturnsAdultChild 5–11Single room
10 Nov 202614 Nov 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
17 Nov 202621 Nov 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
24 Nov 202628 Nov 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
1 Dec 20265 Dec 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
8 Dec 202612 Dec 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
15 Dec 202619 Dec 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND
22 Dec 202626 Dec 202619,490,000 VND18,515,500 VND+3,500,000 VND

Price includes

Airfare according to the itinerary includes 7kg carry-on and 20kg checked baggage. (In case of purchasing individual ticket tours: according to airline conditions)
Note: Airfare does not include seat selection or seating arrangements together; if you have a need, please register in advance (with fee). Seat selection depends on availability and the fee set by the airline at the time of purchase.
4-star hotel by local standards, arranged with 02 guests/room. In case you register to travel alone, the Company will assist in arranging shared accommodation with the same gender (Note: shared accommodation will be arranged within the group's capacity and in accordance with the Company's shared accommodation regulations)
Transportation for transfers and sightseeing according to the program
Meals according to the program
Group visa for Vietnamese nationals entering China.
Tour guide from Vietnam throughout the itinerary and tour guide meeting the group from China.
Group travel insurance.
Gifts from the travel company.
Drinking water on the bus: 1 bottle/guest/sightseeing day.
Value-added tax (VAT) invoice according to state regulations.

Price excludes

Passport (must be valid for more than 6 months - calculated from the date of re-entry into Vietnam).
Single room supplement.
Excess baggage fees, transportation outside the itinerary.
Sticker visa for foreign nationals entering China.
Visa fees for re-entry into Vietnam if you hold a foreign passport with a single-entry visa to Vietnam.
Other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions.
Fee for Chinese sticker visa in case of force majeure due to changes in China's entry visa policy.
Tips for tour guide and driver.
- Adults: 2 USD/guest for the night before departure and 6 USD/guest/day.
- Children (from 2 to 11 years old): 100% of adult fee
- Infants (under 2 years old): free
- Free day in the program (if any): Tips are free.

CHILDREN'S PRICES

Children under 2 years old: 45% of adult tour price (sharing bed with adults)
Children from 2 to under 10 years old: 95% of adult tour price (No separate bed)
Children from 2 to under 10 years old: 100% of adult tour price (With separate bed)
Children aged 10 and above: 100% of adult tour priceNote: Children under 2 years old have no seat on the plane, no baggage allowance according to airline regulations and some other services.

OTHER NOTES

The program is organized and operated by LIEN MINH travel.The tour program is a package tour combined with sightseeing and shopping; customers may not separate from the group under any circumstances, and unused services will not be refunded. If it is necessary to separate from the group, you must notify the company at the time of booking for consideration and pay the prescribed fee (this fee is non-refundable).After the visa is issued, if for any reason you do not join the tour with the Company, the Company has the right to cancel your issued visa with the authorities and will not refund any costs.If you already have a visa, the deduction is 500,000 VND
If your visa is rejected, the visa fee is non-refundable: 2,000,000 VND/person.
If you purchase a tour with separate airfare and your visa is rejected, the non-refundable visa fee is 2,000,000 VND, and the airfare follows the airline's conditions.Tour programs operated on international flights with the following airlines will not include meals on board: Vietjet Air (VJ), Vanilla Air (JW), AirAsia (AK), Jetstar Asia Airways (3K), Pacific Airlines (BL), Thai AirAsia (FD), Tiger Air (TR), T'way Airlines (TW)...
Domestic flights of the above airlines in the destination country do not include meals on board.

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