Dali
From the Snows of Cangshan to the Moon of Erhai
4-5 days
Landscape Wonder, Ethnic Culture, Ancient Town

Dali weaves breathtaking landscapes and ancient heritage into a singular, immersive journey.
Erhai Lake(洱海): Relax or bike along the serene lakeside, visit traditional Bai villages, and enjoy picturesque landscapes.
Cang Mountain(苍山): Ride a cable car to ancient temples for panoramic views of Erhai, or stroll Fengyang Ancient Road to experience local life and traditional crafts.
Quiet spiritual sites: Visit Jizhaoan(寂照庵), a secluded nunnery known for peaceful grounds and vegan cuisine.
Cultural heritage: Try traditional tie-dyeing in a century-old Bai courtyard in Xizhou Ancient Town, and explore UNESCO-listed Tea Horse Caravan Trail in Shaxi with exclusive sunrise access.
Living culinary traditions: Watch master chefs hand‑pull a single 50‑meter noodle in Weishan, and join locals for roasted tea near historic towers.
Erhai Lake & Xizhou Ancient Town
Erhai Lake(洱海): Relax or bike along the lake, stopping by Bai villages.
Xizhou Ancient Town(喜洲古镇): Experience traditional tie‑dyeing in a historic Bai courtyard.
Cang Mountain
Jizhaoan(寂照庵): A secluded nunnery offering serene grounds and vegan tastings.
Cang Mountain(苍山): Ride a cable car to visit temples and enjoy panoramic views of Erhai.
Fengyang Ancient Road(凤阳古道): Stroll in the afternoon light and take in local life and traditional artworks.
Shaxi Ancient Town: essence of tea horse caravan trail
Private sunrise at Sideng Square(寺登街): Exclusive balcony access for coffee and photography before the crowds.
Insider Friday Market: Behind‑the‑scenes tour of a traditional caravan market with Yi and Bai traders.
Day 4 — Weishan Ancient Town
Talking Walls tour: Guided walk highlighting the town’s historic wall inscriptions and stories.
“One Noodle” demo(一根面): Watch a master chef hand‑pull a single 50‑meter noodle in a heritage courtyard.
Authentic tea culture — Kao Cha(烤茶): Join locals near Gongchen Tower for roasted tea and the town’s morning rhythm.
Season Special
Winter - immerse in cherry blossom
Autumn color




































































































