Tours in Dali

Pre-book a private pick-up transfer from Dali hotel/train station to Lijiang/Shuhe hotel and enjoy a smooth start to your trip. On the way, we can stop at Shaxi old town and you walk around the Shaxi Old Town, Shaxi River, Xinjiao Temple, stage in the quare and some ancient coutyards with local people. Shaxi once played an important role as a bustling trade station on the Tea and Horse Caravan Road, an important branch of the Silk Road.

Our tour starts in Dali Old Town and takes you to the non-touristic Xizhou and Zhoucheng. First, we will visit Xizhou, a famous historical and cultural Bai minority town with well-preserved architecture and then continue to Zhoucheng, the hometown of Chinese tie-dyeing. This Dali traditional dyeing process is unique in China and even in the world. During our tour, you can experience minority’s folk customs and daily local life and even better, you can tie-dye by yourself. Afterwards we will go on a cruise on Erhai lake and visit a local fishing village. • Xizhou: morning market and Bai-style traditional architecture along the old tea-horse road • Tie Dye:traditional Bai ethnic tie-dye workshop in Zhoucheng, learn how to tie-dye yourself • Erhai lake: cruise on Erhai Lake to a local fishing village

Meet guide in the lobby at 8:30 am and transfer to Xizhou old town in this old town you will see the traditional buildings and Ethnic minority Bai people who has their own clothes then you will visit Xizhou market to see locals are doing business, also you will enjoy cruise at Erhai lake , it the second biggest lake in Yunan province which is the Lung of Dali, it’s clear water and with beautiful Mountain in it’s surrounding, after tour we will drop you to city then visit the three Pagodas which is built in Tang dynasty with the history of more than 1800 years, it’s the symbol of Dali. Transfer to hotel in Dali city.

It's one way private transfer between airport and hotel in downtown, which is the most convenient and safest way for transfer by a vehicle with legal operation qualification. All prices included, no more extra charge. The driver will meet you at exit of arrival hall or hotel lobby with your name tab.then enjoy reliable, hassle-free private transfer service. • Transfer from airport to your hotel or transfer from your hotel to airport • the vehicle we provide is compliance with relevant laws and regulations,the insurance is provided ,fully insured • Transfer by a private, air-conditioned vehicle • Relax as a professional driver helps with luggage • 7*24 hrs emergency customer service ,if you reserve the vehicle before 12 PM, you could ask for the multilingual customer assistant any help when you in trouble • 48 hrs free cancellation

Experience the many cultural and natural attractions of Dali on this easy day trip. Visit this ancient city, with its ethnic Bai culture and architecture. Also spend time on one of the largest lakes in China, Lake Erhai, on a cruise. Travelers with a range of interests will enjoy the monasteries, pagodas, markets, and villages included on the full itinerary.

We provides convenient private transfer service between Dali hotel/train station and your hotel in the downtown of Lijiang or Shuhe. We offer many choices of vehicles and all our drivers are professional and know every corners of this area quite well. All the clean, tidy air-con vehicles we use are licensed with insurance. The vehicles will be just for you, your family or your group.

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 or Lijiang. You will be picked up Dali hotel/train station and dropped off at the Lijiang/Shuhe hotel.

Visit highlights of Yunnan including Dali, Shaxi and Lijiang with this 4 days private tour from Dali. You will be picked up Dali airport/train station and dropped off at the Lijiang/Shuhe hotel.

While traveling this tour with us, you can visit some important villages on the ancient Tea Horse Road and you will immerse into the diversity of Yunnan. Indeed, we will vary between the famous highlights, some of the must-see places, and remote sites which will give you a unique experience and insight of Yunnan.

We will start in Dali Ancient Town and then take an adventurous tour around Erhai Lake by car. Along the way, we will pass the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, eat Xizhou Baba in a charming old town and visit the birthplace of Bai ethnic culture. Go on a one-day journey with us and see sunny wetlands, majestic mountains, serene temples, peaceful islands, old towns, traditional fishermen and lots and lots of birds. • Erhai lake: go around the second biggest fresh water lake in Yunnan  • Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple: more than 1000 years old and the symbol of Dali. • Xizhou: Bai-style traditional architecture along the old tea-horse road. • Wase: one of the birthplaces of Bai culture, on the east side of Erhai lake. • Haidong: beautiful scenery and wetlands around Erhai lake.

Have only a limited amount of time in Dali? Enhance your sightseeing experience of Dali by designing your own itinerary on this private, full-day tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, customize your day according to your interests. Choose to visit some of the city’s historical highlights such as Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Experience the convenient cable car to Cangshan Mountain; Take the boat cruise from Er Lake to Golden Shuttle Island, get to know Bai Minority's culture and lifestyle; Finish in the lively neighborhood of Xizhou Ancient Town. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, cable car round trip, lunch, and door to door transfer.

Price List(Price Varies by Group Size) For larger groups, please consult us first about the pricing. Group Size: 1 – 5 1 guest, 2350 RMB per person 2-3 guests, 1600 RMB per person 4-5 guests, 1250 RMB per person The length and the itinerary of the tour can be adjusted upon request. For extended sustainable tours in different regions of Yunnan, feel free to get in touch with us. On our tours, our guide will share with you our plastic-free lifestyle. We will help you to refuse all single-use plastic disposables from all venues we visit and provide you with a reusable food container, chopsticks, a spoon, and a reusable water bottle, etc. It’s our mission to encourage and take people to places which they wouldn’t have found on their own. We provide cultural immersion tours, that help people have an in-depth Yunnan experience whilst promoting local sustainable businesses and traditions, keeping the local communities prosperous and alive!

Visit highlights of Dali including Dali ancient city, Xizhou village, Erhai lake and Three pagodas park with this private day tour from Dali. You will be picked up and dropped off at the Dali hotel/train station.

Eat and explore your way through Yunnan’s Tea & Horse Caravan Road, from Dali to Lijiang, plus a unique overnight stay in Tiger Leaping Gorge. Plentiful local meals, cooking classes, market tours, and hot pots galore – the perfect way to explore Yunnan’s diverse culture is through their equally diverse cuisine. Highlights Include: - Visit ancient old-towns and fairytale villages as you discover boutique cafes and the best local cuisine you'll only find with us. - All meals are included, plentiful, and include beer! Enjoy cured meats, fried cheese, hotpots, and dozens of plates every day. - Cycle through Shaxi and the surrounding countryside, stopping at a hidden-away hillside cafe and a unique book store tucked away in an ancient village. - Spend the night in Tiger Leaping Gorge, in your own private villa, with incredible balcony and poolside views. - Explore Lijiang's oldest market before preparing lunch in a private cooking studio with a local Naxi family.

In this short 2 days private tour ,you`ll visit the gorgeous upper tiger leaping gorge and classic scenic spot in Shangri-La. You will experience the Tibetan culture and food. The tour start and ends in Lijiang where is more convenient to connect flights and speed trains.

Dali City, located in the western part of Yunnan Province, is the prefecture-level administrative capital of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture. Dali City is located in the Erhai Plain, the foot of Cangshan Mountain and the shore of Erhai Lake on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. It is the capital of Nanzhao and Dali in ancient times. As the political, economic and cultural center of ancient Yunnan, it lasted for more than 500 years. The average temperature is 14degrees it’s a sunshine city but it’s also called windy city, while in summer not hot and winter not cold and all the year is pleasant. During the two days we will arrange your trip to hike at Cangshan Mountain along with the Dali old town, which is a really fantastic day, also we will arrange a day trip to Xizhou market, Erhai lake cruise, and three Pagodas which is another beautiful day, hope you will enjoy the 2 days trip in Dali.

Visit highlights of Dali including Dali airport/train station pick up, Dali Ancient City, Cangshan Mountain, Three Pagodas,Erhai, Xizhou morning market Zhoucheng village and Xizhou Bai-styled folk residence with this 3 days private tour from Dali. You will be picked up and dropped off at the Dali airport/train station.

Visit highlights of Dali and Lijiang including Dali ancient city/Dali hotel/train station pick up and overnight in Shaxi old town then next day transfer to Lijiang with this Self-guided 2 days tour from Dali. You will be picked up Dali hotel/train station and dropped off at the Lijiang/Shuhe hotel.

This Dali trip will not only offer you the local lifestyle, the history and the culture of minority Bai, but also you can have a beautiful natural landscape. What makes this trip even more special is you can cruise on the Erhai Lake to relax. Take the chance!

This tour is made for people who wants to experience the real local life and culture of Dali. You will visit the local residences in Xizhou, visit the local market and taste the local appetizers like Xizhou pan-baked bread. Moreover, you be taken to Erhai by horse cabin while sightseeing the local village and farms around. You will have a try on Dairy Fan in your lunch and then start a real life experience tour on those architect in unique Bai style and those local living quarters for Bai. While walking in Foreigner Street, you might have a different understanding in Dali and its life.

Explore unique Ethnic culture and get amazed by Mosuo people in Mosuo Culture Museum. Enchanted by the charm and breathtaking scenery of Lugu lake.

The two days Dali & Lijiang tour covers some distinctive scenic spots from Dali to Lijiang with reliable transportation included during the entire trip. You will visit Xizhou and Zhoucheng, both near Dali, to witness authentic ethnic minority customs and daily life, in addition to a wonderful Erhai lake cruise. In Lijiang, Naxi culture is an enduring part of life in the region that you simply cannot miss. You will view brilliant vistas on horseback and go to Yunhu Village, famous for its unique architecture and culture seen nowhere else. 

Escape the bustle of the city and discover the ancient Tea Horse Road Town at Shaxi outside of Dali on this double-duty, full-day excursion. After the convenient hotel pick up, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, discover the ancient buildings, stone bridges, ancients roads and streets at Shaxi Ancient Town. Learn its history and background from your tour guide, and experience the quaint lives of local Bai People. This private tour including entrance fee, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers. You can choose to end your tour in Shaxi, Lijiang or return Dali.

Meet guide in the hotel lobby at 8:30am, start day trip to Cangshan Mountain , you will take Gantong cable car to the Mountain and visit streams , chessboard, waterfalls, then you will start your hiking tour at Jade belt road, it includes 19 peaks and 18 streams with the highest Malong peak is 4122 meter above sea level, today you will do the hiking and trekking about 9.8 kilometers, it’s a good way to hug nature and take deep breath in the green Mountains with plenty of oxygen, pls wear good walking shoes and take water with you meanwhile I advise you take some snacks as not many shops in the Mountain, after the hiking way you will take chairlift down to the Mountain, take private transfer to Dali old town and we will arrange your food at the local restaurant, after lunch you will visit the Dali old town.