16-Day Yunnan, Zhangjiajie & Tibet Wonders Tour
Why ST-CTour
Save Your Time:
- Less research, more enjoyment!
- Real-time 1V1 expert planning
Maximize Your Flexibility:
- Personal local guide and ride
- Explore at your own pace
Live Your China Story:
- Authentic local culture and lifestyles
- Understand the culture by living it
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Discover China’s Natural and Cultural Marvels
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Yunnan, Zhangjiajie, and Tibet. From snow-capped mountains and deep gorges to serene lakes and ethnic villages, this 16-day adventure combines China’s most breathtaking landscapes with vibrant cultural experiences.
Signature Experiences Included:
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Create your own Bai tie-dye handkerchief in Dali
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Interact with monks at Songzanlin Monastery in Shangri-La
Suggested Itinerary Overview
| Day | Destination | Highlights |
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| 1–2 | Kunming | 🗻 Stone Forest, 🛕 Yuantong Temple, 🌿 Green Lake Park |
| 3 | Dali | 🏡 Zhoucheng Village, 🚴 Erhai Lake Cycling, 🎨 Bai Tie-Dye, 🏘 Dali Ancient Town |
| 4–5 | Lijiang | 🏘 Dayan Town, 🏞 Black Dragon Pool, 🏔 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, 🌊 Blue Moon Valley, 🏡 Yuhu Village |
| 6–7 | Shangri-La | 🏞 Tiger Leaping Gorge, 🏘 Dukezong Ancient Town, 🛕 Songzanlin Monastery |
| 8–11 | Zhangjiajie | 🏔 Tianzi Mountain, 🏔 Yuanjiajie, 🌉 Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, 🌉 Glass Bridge, 🏞 Baofeng Lake, 🏔 Tianmen Mountain |
| 12–13 | Lhasa | 🏯 Potala Palace, 🛕 Jokhang Temple, 🏘 Barkhor Street, 🏞 Yamdrok Lake |
| 14–16 | Nyingchi | 🏞 Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon, 🏞 Basong Tso, 🌲 Rawang Forest, 🏔 Nanga Parbat Sunrise |
Tour Highlights
Peak at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Take a cable car to Glacier Park and walk among high-altitude forests, meadows, and snow-dusted peaks — sacred to the Naxi people.


Zhangjiajie Stone Pillars & Glass Bridge
Explore the surreal sandstone pillars, ride the Bailong Elevator, and walk across the thrilling Glass Bridge.

Erhai Lake Cycling
Cycle along Dali’s lakeshore, surrounded by flower fields, rice paddies, and traditional villages with Cangshan Mountain in view.

Tiger Leaping Gorge Adventure
Witness the Jinsha River roaring through one of the world’s deepest gorges.

Sacred Tibetan Landscapes
Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Yamdrok Lake, and Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon.

Yunnan Minority Culture
Connect with Bai and Naxi cultures through ancient towns, traditional crafts, and local cuisine.
Signature Experiences
Bai Tie-Dye Handkerchief Making
Hands-on cultural experience in Zhoucheng Village, Dali.
Tibetan Monastery Visit
Engage with monks at Songzanlin Monastery, Shangri-La, and gain insight into Tibetan spiritual life.
Detailed Daily Itinerary
Day 1 — Kunming Arrival
✈️ Arrival at Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Meet your guide and transfer to hotel.
🏨 Hotel check-in and rest.
Day 2 — Kunming | Stone Forest, Yuantong Temple & Green Lake
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🗻 Explore Stone Forest (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
🛕 Visit Yuantong Temple
🌿 Stroll Green Lake Park
Day 3 — Kunming → Dali | Bai Culture & Erhai Lake Cycling
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🚄 High-speed train to Dali
🏡 Zhoucheng Village: Bai tie-dye experience
🚴 Cycle along Erhai Lake
🏘 Explore Dali Ancient Town
Day 4 — Dali → Lijiang | Black Dragon Pool & Dayan Town
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏞 Visit Black Dragon Pool
🏘 Explore Lijiang Ancient Town (Dayan Town)
Day 5 — Lijiang | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Blue Moon Valley
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏔 Cable car to Glacier Park (4,680 m)
🌊 Explore Blue Moon Valley
🏡 Visit Yuhu Village
Day 6 — Lijiang → Shangri-La | Tiger Leaping Gorge
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏞 Stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge
🏨 Check-in Shangri-La hotel
Day 7 — Shangri-La | Songzanlin Monastery & Dukezong Town
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🛕 Visit Songzanlin Monastery & Lama interaction
🏘 Explore Dukezong Ancient Town
Day 8 — Shangri-La → Zhangjiajie (via Kunming)
🍳 Breakfast
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🚄 Take the high-speed train from Shangri-La to Kunming in the morning, enjoy scenic views along the way.
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✈️ Transfer to Kunming Airport and board your flight to Zhangjiajie.
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🏨 Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and rest after the travel day.
Tip: This travel day is mostly transit, so take the time to relax and prepare for the next few full sightseeing days in Zhangjiajie.
Day 9 — Zhangjiajie | Tianzi Mountain & Yuanjiajie
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏔 Explore Tianzi Mountain & Yuanjiajie
🌉 Descend via Bailong Elevator
Day 10 — Zhangjiajie | Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🌉 Walk across Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
🏞 Cruise Baofeng Lake
Day 11 — Zhangjiajie | Tianmen Mountain
🍳 Breakfast
🏔 Cable car to Tianmen Mountain
🌉 Walk Glass Skywalk & climb Heavenly Gate (Tianmen Cave)
✈️ Afternoon flight to Lhasa
Day 12 — Lhasa | Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏯 Explore Potala Palace
🛕 Visit Jokhang Temple
🏘 Walk Barkhor Street
Day 13 — Lhasa | Yamdrok Lake & Surroundings
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏞 Visit Yamdrok Lake
📸 Scenic photo stops
Day 14 — Lhasa → Nyingchi
🚄 High-speed train to Dali
🏞 Visit Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon
🏨 Hotel check-in
Day 15 — Nyingchi | Basong Tso & Rawang Forest
🍳 Breakfast & 🥗 Lunch
🏞 Explore Basong Tso Lake
🌲 Walk through Rawang Forest
🌄 Optional: Nanga Parbat Peak Sunrise
Day 16 — Nyingchi → Lhasa Departure
🍳 Breakfast
🚄 High-speed train to Lhasa
take you to the airport on time.We will assist you with check-in and escort you to the correct security gate, making your departure smooth, easy, and stress-free.
Price Includes
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Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
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English-speaking local guide
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Hotels and meals listed in the itinerary
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Entrance tickets to attractions
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Flights or high-speed trains between cities
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24/7 travel assistance during your trip
