A Private Tour for Two in Dali and Lijiang: So Much Fun! Shuanglang and Lijiang Old Town Are Truly Leisurely

On the first day, we stayed at Lijiang Fuhua Lilan Resort, which was really nice;

Moreover, just a 5-minute walk from the hotel, you'll find everything you need for dining, entertainment, and shopping. You can explore Lijiang Old Town, hunt for music discs, listen to folk music, guess the meanings of Dongba murals, dress up for Instagram-worthy photos... Stroll through the various handicraft shops and start your very own journey! Travel at your own comfort -----

The hotel breakfast today offers over 20 varieties. After a leisurely breakfast, we set off to see the sacred mountain of the local Naxi people—Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

The national 5A-level scenic spot, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, is called "Oulu" in the Naxi language, meaning the most sacred "Heavenly Mountain" in the hearts of the Naxi people. To see the most stunning scenery, of course you take the most premium Glacier Cableway (the suggested time from entering the mountain, taking the cableway, to visiting Blue Moon Valley is about 4 hours) directly to the Glacier Park at 4,506 meters. (Friendly Reminder: In case of visitor flow restrictions, cableway maintenance, or strong winds, etc., if the Glacier Cableway cannot operate normally, we will refund the price difference and arrange the Spruce Plateau Cableway instead, ensuring you still enjoy the snow mountain scenery. Under normal conditions, guests can also freely choose between Glacier Park or Spruce Plateau.) After the Glacier Park, take the eco-friendly shuttle bus to the popular photo spot Blue Moon Valley (the sightseeing tram costs 60 RMB per person, at your own expense). It's as beautiful as a fairy tale, shaped like a moon with blue water, rivaling Jiuzhaigou. Taking photos here will surely make you the star of your social media feed.

Lunch: Considering the inconvenience of dining at high altitude, we recommend the convenient, nutritious, and warming Snow Kitchen buffet.

The Snow Kitchen restaurant offers the best viewing angle, where you can enjoy highland cuisine while gazing at the magnificent scenery of the sacred mountain.

After that, we head to the Geothermal Kingdom International Tourism Resort (arriving at 18:00, the rest of the time is yours), a leisure and holiday scenic area centered around hot spring bathing culture. The evening glow, cooking smoke, morning mist, and water birds by the adjacent Cibi Lake are unique and unmatched anywhere in the country.

The standard itinerary includes staying in a Bai-style courtyard room and enjoying the natural sulfur hot springs in the open-air public Starry Sky Hot Spring Pool. Soaking in the hot spring while stargazing at night is truly romantic. This resort is Asia's largest outdoor natural sulfur hot spring area. Besides bathing, the scenic grounds are perfect for a leisurely stroll with family and friends, enjoying free and relaxing vacation time together.

If you want to share the joy of soaking with loved ones while ensuring safety, hygiene, and privacy, we can arrange upgraded rooms with a private indoor hot spring pool.

The breakfast at Geothermal Kingdom is sumptuous, but stepping out of the resort gate, the morning beauty of Cibi Lake right opposite seems even more enchanting. Just don't forget your meeting time with the guide and driver. Along the way, the pastoral life of the Bai people will captivate you, but don't linger too long!

Then, we go to the most beautiful part of Erhai Lake to take the Erhai Cruise. This is the setting for 'Moon over Erhai,' one of Dali's four famed 'Wind, Flowers, Snow, and Moon' scenes, and you'll have ample time to enjoy Erhai. From the air, Erhai Lake looks like a crescent moon, nestled quietly between Cangshan Mountain and the Dali Basin. It's named 'Erhai' (Ear Lake) because of its ear-like shape. Then we visit 'Sharili Water City,' Golden Shuttle Island. Seen from above, the island looks like a weaving shuttle lying across Erhai Lake, hence the name. According to local Dali legend, a fairy skilled in weaving colorful brocade dropped her golden shuttle into Erhai, and the shuttle transformed into this island, becoming a beautiful earthly scene. Afterwards, explore the underground karst cave, Dragon Palace, and watch the grand original Bai ethnic song and dance performance, 'Charming Golden Shuttle – Ottelia Acuminata'.

Then, drive along the most picturesque road by Erhai to reach Dali Ideal Land – Santorini (suggested time for leisure and photos is 2 hours, or you can decide). Santorini in Greece is a romantic destination many dream of, and Dali has its own 'Little Santorini.' Here you can see Aegean-style cliffside sea views similar to those in Greece. We'll enjoy afternoon tea here while admiring Erhai's beauty, and we've also carefully arranged a professional travel photoshoot for you. The photographers are contracted by three major e-commerce platforms and will capture your most beautiful moments. You'll also receive a complimentary digital photo album with 8 stunning shots per person.

Leisurely stroll through Shuanglang Ancient Town, known as the No.1 Town for Cangshan-Erhai Scenery (exploration time at your own pace). This extremely livable town is praised with the saying, 'The best of Dali's scenery lies in Cangshan and Erhai, and the best of that scenery is in Shuanglang.' Shuanglang exudes a relaxed atmosphere everywhere, making it a great place for travel photography and a gathering place for artsy travelers. Here you'll feel a long-lost sense of ease. A sunny, mountains-meet-the-sea destination with simple customs,

To provide you with a safe, private, and free dining environment with your companions, our hotels and restaurants are usually just a 5-10 minute walk apart. You can choose any restaurant to enjoy Shuanglang's specialty cuisine and be fully satisfied. After dinner, wander around Shuanglang to soak in the tranquil night, then return to the hotel for a rest.

After enjoying a delicious hotel breakfast,

Next, we head to the Cangshan-Erhai International Tourism Resort area to visit Dali Ancient City, a 4A-level scenic spot known for its history and culture. Backed by Cangshan Mountain and facing Erhai Lake, it offers panoramic views of the iconic 'Wind, Flowers, Snow, and Moon' scenery. (Suggested visit time is 2 hours, extendable as you wish.) The city retains its layout from over 1,100 years ago. Listen to street musicians singing in the ancient city, meet friends from around the world on Foreigner Street, and explore quirky shops... Every step reveals a new scene and delight, as long as you're willing.

Afterwards, drive to the Erhai Ecological Corridor (suggested time 2 hours, or arrange with the staff). (Includes jeep and electric cart rides, plus photographer service; each family receives 4-8 complimentary digital photos.) Take a jeep to the Erhai Ecological Corridor Caicun Station, enjoying the idyllic scenery along Cangshan and Erhai. Then transfer to an eco-friendly electric cart to Longkan Ancient Ferry (zero distance to Erhai Lake, the best photo spot on the ecological corridor). Here you can enjoy the most authentically 'Dali' leisurely lifestyle. Then at the Yang Liping Grand Theater Cultural Plaza, be captivated by the stunning aesthetics of this new Dali landmark, take photos with the jeep, and experience the perfect blend of wildness and art.

Dinner: Exclusive dining at Lanlin Pavilion RV Camp

We'll have a warm and romantic Western-style dinner with family/friends at the Lanlin Pavilion RV Camp, nestled at the foot of Cangshan Mountain and by Erhai Lake. The ardent Chinese service and the elegance of Western cuisine complement the breathtaking Erhai scenery. Even a post-meal breather, enjoying lazy moments with your loved ones, is a pleasure.

After dinner, we head to Lijiang to check into the hotel and rest.

Travelogue Contents: 1. Day 1, departed from Beijing to Lijiang. 2. Day 2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain—Glacier Cableway/Spruce Plateau Cableway—Blue Moon Valley—head to Dali Geothermal Kingdom—stay at Geothermal Kingdom. 3. Day 3: Erhai Cruise—Golden Shuttle Island—[Dali Ideal Land - Santorini] afternoon tea + professional travel photoshoot—Shuanglang—stay in Shuanglang; 4. Day 4: Dali Ancient City—Erhai Ecological Corridor (jeep + electric cart tour around the lake + visit Yang Liping Grand Theater)—Western-style dinner at Lanlin Pavilion RV Camp—stay in Lijiang. Travel Information Hotel Index Strategy Index Flight Index Site Navigation Travel Index Cruise Index Business Travel Index Join Cooperation Distribution Alliance Friendly Links Corporate Gift Card Purchase Insurance Agent Agent Cooperation Hotel Joining Destination and Scenic Spot Cooperation More Cooperation About Ctrip About Ctrip Ctrip Hot Topics Contact Us Careers User Agreement Privacy Policy Business License Safety Center Ctrip Content Center Intellectual Property Trip.com Group Algorithm Disclosure