HANOI - DALI - LIJIANG - SHANGRILA
Explore HANOI - DALI - LIJIANG - SHANGRILA with a convenient itinerary and many outstanding experiences.
HANOI – DALI – LIJIANG – SHANGRILA
Price from: 19,990,000 VND / guest
Duration: 6 days 5 nights
Transportation: Airplane + Bus
DAY 1: HANOI – LIJIANG – DALI
(Lunch on board, Dinner)
Morning:
Guests gather at the meeting point (Thong Nhat Park Gate).
Bus and tour guide transfer the group to Noi Bai Airport for check-in and immigration procedures.
Board Bamboo Airways flight to Lijiang. Lunch is served onboard.
Afternoon:
Upon landing, bus and guide pick up the group and transfer to Dali – known as the “magical land” of Yunnan Province, where visitors can enjoy breathtaking mountains, lakes, ancient Nanzhao Kingdom history, and the unique Bai ethnic culture.
• Visit Dali Ancient Town (4A-level scenic area) –
To the south of the ancient town lies the turquoise Erhai Lake; to the west is the evergreen Cangshan Mountain.
This is where travelers often speak of “Wind, Flowers, Snow, and Moon,” experiencing the elegant charm of the ancient Nanzhao kingdom.
Here, you can relax and enjoy the warm sunshine against the ancient walls in a gentle breeze.
Evening:
Dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight at a hotel in Dali.
DAY 2: DALI – LIJIANG (180 km – 2 hours)
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)**
Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel. Then visit:
• Chongsheng Temple – one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in China, built during the Dali Kingdom (937–1253).
(Includes electric car transfer)
• Stroll along the Erhai Lake Ecological Trail
After lunch, continue to Lijiang, then visit:
• Black Dragon Pool Park – where glacial meltwater from Jade Dragon Snow Mountain flows into Lijiang.
From here, you can admire the majestic snow mountain reflected in the calm surface of the lake.
• Lijiang Ancient Town – over 800 years old and recognized by UNESCO in 1997 as a World Cultural Heritage Site.
Known as the “Eastern Venice,” the town features streams flowing past every house, willow trees by the doorsteps, and charming small bridges.
Evening:
Dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight at a hotel in Lijiang.
DAY 3: LIJIANG – JADE DRAGON SNOW MOUNTAIN
(30 km – 30 minutes)
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)**
Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel. The group departs for the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area.
Visits include:
• Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area
Take the small cable car to Yunshanping (Meadow of the Clouds) at an altitude of 3,200 m to admire the magnificent Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from afar.
The mountain, 5,596 m high, is covered with snow year-round. Its eternal glacier glows a jade-like blue.
It is also known as the “Virgin Mountain” because no human has ever successfully conquered it—many climbers have either lost their lives or turned back due to its mysterious and dangerous nature.
• Blue Moon Valley & White Water River (Baishuihe)
Formed from glacial meltwater flowing down from the snow mountain.
Also visit Ganhaizi Grassland.
• “Impressions of Lijiang” Show (Included)
A spectacular outdoor performance directed by the world-famous Zhang Yimou, staged at an altitude of over 3,000m with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the natural backdrop.
A breathtaking cultural experience not to be missed.
• Visit Yushuizhai Village
An ancient settlement of the Naxi ethnic people, who worship the Mother Goddess of nature.
The Naxi believe that all beings are interconnected, so they live in harmony with nature in a peaceful environment.
• Visit Tongrentang Traditional Medicine Store
Evening:
Dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight in Lijiang.
DAY 4: LIJIANG – SHANGRILA
(180 km – 2.5 hours)
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)**
Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel, then depart for Shangrila – the mythical “immortal land” described in the novel Lost Horizon by James Hilton.
Located in Northwest Yunnan near Tibet, the region is known for its sacred landscapes and Tibetan culture.
Lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon: Continue sightseeing:
• Nanha Shada (Nam Ha Sacred Mountain)
A newly popular check-in spot and a significant spiritual landmark of the Tibetan people.
• Dukezong Ancient Town
One of the oldest and best-preserved Tibetan towns in China, with a history of over 1,300 years.
Visitors can admire hundreds of well-preserved Tibetan houses and learn about Tibetan culture, lifestyle, and traditions from the hospitable locals.
Evening:
Dinner at a restaurant.
Overnight at a hotel in Shangrila.
DAY 5: SHANGRILA – LIJIANG
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)**
Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel.
The group visits:
• Songzanlin Monastery
The most important and largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan.
Located at an altitude of over 3,300 m, about 5 km from Shangrila.
It was built in 1679 under the 5th Dalai Lama and modeled after the Potala Palace in Tibet.
During its peak, the monastery housed up to 1,000 monks.
Lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon:
Return to Lijiang.
Upon arrival, free time for:
• Shopping at Jade & Gemstone Stores
• Visiting Shuhe Ancient Town – a quieter, beautifully preserved ancient town of the Naxi people
Evening:
Dinner at a restaurant.
After dinner, guests may optionally attend the renowned show:
• “Lijiang Eternal Love” Show
One of the four most famous performances in Yunnan.
A 1-hour immersive show reenacting the history, legends, and emotional love stories of the Naxi people.
(Optional – self-paid)
Overnight in Lijiang.
DAY 6: LIJIANG – HANOI
(Breakfast / Lunch)**
Morning:
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out procedures.
Visit a Latex & Rubber Shop for shopping.
Lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon:
Transfer to the airport for the Bamboo Airways flight back to Hanoi.
Upon arrival, bus and guide bring the group back to the original pick-up point.
Tour ends.
Goodbye and see you again!
Note:
Itinerary order may change depending on practical conditions, but all sightseeing points will be fully included.
📄 CHINA VISA REQUIREMENTS
• Clear Scan of passport (valid for at least 6 months), full information page(2~3 pages) with all corners visible, ensure no glare/reflection or fingers showing on the pages
• Original digital ID photo (4x6 cm, white background, wearing colored clothes—not white), no glasses, ears & forehead visible, no jewelry
• For children under 18 (based on date of birth):
– Passport + photo
– Scan of birth certificate
– If not traveling with parents: authorization letter + certified birth certificate copy when entering China
Note:
If a guest is denied group visa, the process will switch to individual visa at the Chinese Embassy in Hanoi (if time permits).
Additional fee: 1,300,000 VND/person.
If the guest refuses individual visa → cancellation penalty applies.
Fees may change depending on Visa Center updates.
👶 CHILDREN POLICY (Based on date of birth)
• Under 2 years old: 30% of tour price (sharing bed with adult)
• From 2 to under 11 years old: 90% of tour price (sharing bed with adult)
• From 11 years old and above: Same price as adults
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
• Passports must be the most updated version, valid for at least 6 months from the tour end date, with clear personal information and at least 4 blank pages.
Damaged, smudged, torn, or unclear passports will not be accepted.
• Itinerary order may change due to weather or traffic but all sightseeing points remain included.
• This tour includes preferential pricing as regulated by Chinese tourism authorities.
Guests must attend designated shopping stops (Jade, Latex, Medicine in Lijiang).
Skipping shopping stops will incur a surcharge payable directly to the Tour Leader.
• Guests who have undergone facial cosmetic surgery are strongly advised to renew their passports.
The company is not responsible for immigration issues due to mismatched appearance.
• Pregnant guests from 5 months and above are not accepted for safety reasons.
Guests must inform the company of pregnancy at registration; otherwise, the company bears no responsibility.
• If guests cannot exit/enter the country due to personal issues (expired passport, unclear documents, mismatched information, etc.), the company will not refund the tour fee.
The tour guide will assist, but all arising expenses are borne by the guest.
• The company is not responsible for losses caused by:
– Natural disasters (storm, flood, earthquake, etc.)
– Terrorism, protests
– Airline technical issues, delays, cancellations, schedule changes
– Delays caused by group members
• Foreign-passport guests with a single-entry Vietnam visa must pay Vietnam re-entry visa fees and bring:
– Loose visa document
– 2 photos (4x6 cm, white background)
• Child rate applies only when sharing bed with parents.
If a separate bed is needed → 100% tour price applies.
• If 1 adult travels with 1 child under 11 without booking an extra bed, the child must pay adult price to receive a bed.
• Travel insurance applies to guests under 75 years old.
Guests 75+ must pay extra for premium insurance and be accompanied by a healthy relative under 60.
Guests over 80 → insurance does NOT apply.
• This is a joint tour.
The company organizes departure only when the group reaches 15 adult guests.
If fewer than 15 guests, the company will propose a new date or refund (minus visa fee).
• Guests must stay with the group throughout the journey.
If they have relatives in China who wish to join, they must notify the company before departure.
• Guests must complete any outstanding tax obligations (personal income tax, corporate tax, household business tax, etc.) before departure, as customs now checks these electronically.
The company is not responsible if guests are denied exit due to unpaid taxes.