Southwest China Odyssey: Yunnan & Guizhou
Rewritten Itinerary: Nature's Masterpieces of Southwest China
Day 1: Arrival in Kunming - The Spring City
Accommodation: Kunming Meals: No meals
Upon arrival in Kunming, you'll be privately transferred to your hotel. After settling in, take a leisurely stroll through Green Lake Park, the city's tranquil central oasis known for its beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.
Day 2: Kunming's Geological Wonders
Accommodation: Kunming Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today explores Kunming's remarkable geological formations. Journey to the Stone Forest, where ancient sea retreats created spectacular ashen stone pillars millions of years ago. Continue to Jiuxiang to discover magnificent limestone caves, underground waterfalls, and breathtaking gorges before returning to Kunming.
Day 3: Kunming to Dali - Lakeside Heritage
Accommodation: Dali Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel by high-speed rail to historic Dali. Experience the majestic Erhai Lake with a scenic boat excursion on Yunnan's second-largest freshwater lake. Explore the cultural treasures of Dali Old Town and admire the iconic Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, symbols of the region's rich Buddhist heritage.
Day 4: Dali to Lijiang - Naxi Cultural Capital
Accommodation: Lijiang Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Journey to Lijiang, the cultural heartland of the Naxi ethnic minority and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the enchanting Lijiang Ancient Town with its intricate waterways and traditional architecture, including the picturesque Black Dragon Pond with its stunning mountain reflections.
Day 5: Lijiang's Mountain Majesty
Accommodation: Lijiang Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Experience the grandeur of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with a visit to Spruce Meadow. Witness the spectacular outdoor Impression Lijiang Show, directed by renowned filmmaker Zhang Yimou. In the afternoon, explore traditional Naxi culture at Baisha Village and the tranquil Shuhe Old Town.
Day 6: Lijiang to Anshun - Transition to Guizhou
Accommodation: Anshun Meals: Breakfast
Travel by high-speed rail from Lijiang to Kunming, then continue to Anshun in Guizhou province. This travel day offers a transition from Yunnan's highland landscapes to Guizhou's distinctive karst topography.
Day 7: Anshun's Water Wonders
Accommodation: Anshun Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Discover Guizhou's aquatic marvels starting with Huangguoshu Waterfall, China's largest waterfall at 78 meters high and 101 meters wide. Explore the extraordinary Loong Palace Cave, China's premier water cave system, with a 30-minute boat ride through its 15-kilometer underground waterways.
Day 8: Anshun to Guiyang - Karst & Culture
Accommodation: Guiyang Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Tianlong Tunpu, renowned for its distinctive stone architecture and traditional Dixi Opera performances. Continue to Zhijin Cave, China's largest karst cave system featuring spectacular stalagmite formations. Conclude your day in Guiyang with an authentic sour fish soup dinner.
Day 9: Guiyang Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy leisure time before your private transfer to Guiyang airport for your departure flight.
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