Dynamic Dali
This is a tour for people who want experiences with more vigor in Dali. Avoid the routines of ordinary tourists and "open up" the must-sees in a new way: Dali Old Town, the Cangshan mountains, and Erhai Lake. Also, be touched by the life of the Bai ethnic minority, and have relaxing and romantic moments to taste Dali slowly.
In this 4-day Dali tour, you will experience what you expect and the unexpected in Dali. Not only will you catch all the highlights, but you will also get out of the tourist crowd to enjoy its hidden beauties.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Hike on the Cangshan Mountain 'Cloud Path'
Have a moderate hike on the mountainside. Enjoy the waterfalls, streams, forest, birds' singing, and old temples as you overlook beautiful Erhai Lake.
Have Fun in a Best-Kept-Secret Valley
Enter a hidden valley via a "stone gate" behind the Cangshan mountains. Follow the plank path on the cliff to find the waterfall, and challenge yourself to an all-terrain vehicle drive.
Soar on the Wind of the Erhai Lake
Have a bike ride alongside Erhai Lake. Feel the wind, enjoy the flowery meadows and rice fields, and see the clouds floating above the majestic Cangshan mountians.
Learn how to make the famous Yunnan flower cake
Visit a flower farm, and learn to make the famous Yunnan snack — flower cakes. Enjoy the cake you have made with a cup of flower tea and see the clouds floating above Cangshan Mountain.
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Dali trip was amazing with guide Daisy!
Our guide, Daisy, was so kind with us and even just for one day trip, she showed us the lake, pagodas, the old town, and the beautiful tea house. She gave us recommendations of restaurants, local food and all the highlights in Dali. She is also really good with pictures. more
Aug 2024, Larissa R
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The best experience in Dali, with Mocui tea house
Even with just one day, our guide Daisy showed us the highlights of the city, the lake, pagodas, the ancient town and the tea house. more
Aug 2024, Larissa and Cesar
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Dali: Daisy
Daisy was my guide in Dali in Jul 2024. She is amazing! She kept me entertained the whole time with riveting stories of the Dali and its history. She also effortlessly weaved my special requests of visiting antique shops and tea tasting into the itinerary. She ensured that I was always well-fed and watered. I highly recommend this trip and please request to have Daisy as your guide! more
Jul 2024, Consumer
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Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Meet your private guide in the arrival hall of the airport or at the exit of the train station. Transfer to your hotel in Dali Old Town.
Explore Dali Old Town to feel its history and unique culture.
Take a cable car up Cangshan ('the Deep-Green Mountains'). Hike on the best strip — Yudai ('Jade Belt') Road to enjoy the waterfalls, streams, old temples and the great view of Erhai Lake. The hiking is about 12 km (7.5 miles).
Or you could replace the 'Jade Belt' hiking with exploring the hidden valley behind the mountains. Have a round-trip hike of about 10 km (6 miles) in the valley to enjoy the waterfalls, and then have fun with an all-terrain vehicle.
Experience the tie-dyeing of the Bei ethnic minority in a traditional Bai village at the foot of Cangshan. Make your own souvenir from Dali.
Have a bike ride along Erhai Lake in the morning. Feel the wind, and enjoy the flower-filled fields and peaceful white houses of the Bai minority.
Visit a flower farm, and learn to make the famous Yunnan snack — flower cakes.
Enjoy some free time in the late afternoon.
Enjoy a relaxing morning and then transfer to the airport or the train station.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: dal-1