Afternoon : Visit Xizhou Ancient Town, tour the Yan Family Mansion, and make flower cakes 鲜花饼 (xiān huā bǐng)
Day 3
Morning : 9AM to 12PM mandarin class
Afternoon : Experience tie-dyeing 扎染 (Zhá rǎn). Guided by local artisans, you’ll create your own unique fabric piece while experiencing a centuries-old tradition passed down through generations.
Experience the Bai people's unique Three-Course Tea Ceremony 白族独特的三道茶礼 (Bái zú dútè de sān dào chá lǐ) — a cultural journey through bitter, sweet, and spicy flavors symbolizing life’s stages. More than just tea, it’s a storytelling ritual that reflects the Bai’s deep-rooted values and hospitality.
Day 4
Morning : 9AM to 12PM mandarin class
Afternoon : Visit the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple and stroll through Dali Ancient City
Day 5
Morning : 9AM to 12PM mandarin class
Afternoon : Cycle around Erhai Lake, experience rural life, and get a Chinese massage
Day 6
Morning : 9AM to 12PM mandarin class
Afternoon : Free activities, play mahjong and prepare for the trip to Lijiang next day.
Day 7
Morning : Transfer from Dali to Lijiang
Afternoon : Check-in Hotel in Lijiang
Evening : watch the Lijiang Eternal Love performance
Day 8
Morning/Afternoon : Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley
Evening : Explore Lijiang Ancient City
Day 9
Morning : Transfer from Lijiang to Shangrila
On the way to Shangri-la visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge
