Dali Cangshan Mountain, Erhai Lake Cruise, Nanzhao Folk Island, Shuanglang, Xizhou Ancient Town - One-Day Chinese-Speaking Group Tour
Must read before booking:
1. English (Reception): Our customer service will contact you after booking. If you have any questions, our customer service can answer them for you online in English. The on-site driver (or guide) only provides Chinese service (for groups of 8 or fewer, the driver also acts as the guide; for groups of 8 or more, a separate Chinese-speaking guide will be provided). Please be aware of this, and thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
2. As this is a Chinese-speaking group tour (without an English-speaking guide), if you require an English-speaking guide, you can contact customer service after booking to pay the difference and upgrade to an English-speaking private tour, which will bring you a better travel experience!
3. Please be sure to download WeChat (China's most commonly used and convenient social media app) before your trip so that the driver (or tour guide) can contact you. If you encounter any problems, you can also contact customer service via WeChat so that they can quickly handle any itinerary changes or emergencies. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Departing from Dali Old Town in the morning, the first stop is Cangshan Mountain. Take the Gantong Cableway directly to Qingbixi, enjoying panoramic views of Erhai Lake along the way. Stroll along the Jade Belt Cloud Tour Road, experiencing the magnificent scenery where mountains and sea meet. Next, head to Xizhou Ancient Town to explore the Bai ethnic minority residential architecture, including the Yan Family Courtyard, admiring the traditional layout of "three courtyards and one screen wall" and "four courtyards and five patios." The town's rice paddies and markets create a rich rural atmosphere. In the afternoon, drive to Shuanglang Ancient Town along Erhai East Road, stopping at the seaside viewing platform for photos. Upon arrival in Shuanglang, enjoy a leisurely stroll around the Sun Palace and Yuji Island, experiencing the slow-paced atmosphere of this art town. Afterwards, board an Erhai Lake cruise ship at the pier, cruising on the azure waters, with distant views of Xiaoputuo and the redwood forest. The cruise lasts about an hour, arriving at Nanzhao Folk Island. On the island, you can see the Sha Yimu statue and the Nanzhao Palace complex, experiencing the cultural heritage of the ancient Nanzhao Kingdom. After the tour, the driver will safely drop you off near Dali Old Town. **(Due to road maintenance around Dali Old Town, the tour can only end at a designated location a few hundred meters from the Old Town. Thank you for your understanding!)**
Optional activities for group tours (not mandatory!!):
1. On the cruise ship touring Cangshan and Erhai Lake, there are free benches on the outer perimeter of decks 1-3, available on a first-come, first-served basis (no assigned seats). If the free seats are full, you can stand and enjoy the scenery for a while, or wait for an empty seat. Inside the ship, there are also paid seats such as regular seats (30-50 yuan/person), booths (150-180 yuan/person), and VIP rooms (380-1280 yuan/room). You can choose according to your needs (there is no mandatory consumption).
2. The distance between the bus parking lot and the boat dock in Shuanglang is a bit long. If you want to save energy, you can take the electric cart for a quick and convenient trip (electric cart 15 yuan/person).
Kind tips:
1. The itinerary does not include any expenses such as the Bai ethnic group's Three-Course Tea Ceremony and Dance Performance, meals, or anything else not mentioned. Please arrange these expenses on-site if necessary. Thank you!
2. This tour is scheduled to end around 6:00 PM, but the exact end time depends on the actual situation on the day (and may be affected by traffic conditions). We kindly remind you to avoid immediately arranging high-speed trains, airplanes, or other large modes of transportation after the tour. If you need to book high-speed trains, airplanes, or other major transportation, we suggest allowing 3-4 hours for transfers to avoid delays due to traffic congestion or other unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
