14 Day Yunnan Adventure
Tour Code: OAK
Visits: Kunming - Dali - Lijiang - Shangrila - Hong Kong
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| Day 01 :USA - Kunming |
Our flight departs from the USA bound for China.
Spend the night on board the international jetliner as it crosses
the Pacific.
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| Day 02 :Enroute |
The time change occurs as our plane crosses the
international date line.
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| Day 03 :Arrive Hong Kong - Kunming
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Our flight arrives in Hong Kong where we transfer
to a flight that takes us to Kunming. At Kunming we are met and
transferred to our luxury accommodations to catch up on some rest.
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| Day 04 :Kunming - Dali(AB,
L, D) |
Kunming is one of the most modern cities in
Southwestern China. It is known as the "EternalSpringCity" as it
has the mildest, best year round weather in all of China. After a
city tour we board a flight to Dali.
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| Day 05 :Dali(AB,
L, D) |
Dali is home to the Bai Minority Group and is a
city of great natural beauty. Take an excursion to
ButterflyMountain followed by a cruise of ErhaiLake. Get firsthand
experience of local daily life as we visit a BaiMinorityVillage,
chancing a taste of famous "Three Courses Tea." Head back into
town, stopping on the way at the "Three Elegant Pagodas."
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| Day 06 :Dali - Lijiang(AB,
L, D) |
This morning we journey by bus to Lijiang, the
cultural center of the Naxi Minority. Lijiang has beautiful
landscapes and has been designated an UN World Cultural Heritage
Site. Gaze in wonder at the sights and sounds of this ancient city
as we walk down the cobblestone streets preserved for over 700
years. We see that the Naxi way of life has changed very little
over time. A short motorcoach ride away is Black Dragon Pond,
where we take a leisurely stroll around the pristine natural
surroundings.
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| Day 07 :Lijiang(AB,
L, D) |
The highlight of the day is JadeDragonMountain,
the mythical mountain worshipped by the Naxi as a deity. The bus
drops us off at the base where we board chair lifts to access
higher regions that afford a beautiful view of the famed
ThirteenPeaks. Our rest stop on the way to JadeDragonMountain is
BaishaVillage, the ancient capital of the NaxiKingdom.
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| Day 08 :Lijiang - Shangrila(AB,
L, DS) |
Embark early morning on the arduous motorcoach
ride to the famed Shangrila. At the midway point of the journey we
stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge, descending over 200 steps for the
best view. Upon arrival at Shangrila, we enjoy dinner with a
Tibetan family, being careful to observe the local customs and
traditions which often including singing and dancing!
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| Day 09 :Shangrila(AB,
L, DH) |
Rise early in the morning as we venture to
SongzanTemple, the largest Lhamasery existing outside of Tibet.
Journey later by motorcoach to Napahai, a beautiful scenic spot
that typifies how Shangrila blends harmoniously with Nature,
worshipped by the Tibetan Minority. After visiting SuoduoLake, we
return back to our hotel for dinner.
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| Day 10 :Shangrila - Kunming(AB,
L, DS) |
Board a flight back to Kunming. We visit the
StoneForest, marveling at the natural stone "trees." Created by
ancient winds and water erosion over millions of years, the
StoneForest is a remarkable region of limestone cliffs and peaks.
In evening we're in for a special treat of Yunnan Specialties
followed by an exciting Minority Culture Show.
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| Day 11 :Kunming - Hong Kong(AB)
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Depart Kunming and head towards Hong Kong, the
"Jewel of the Orient." Upon arrival transfer to our hotel and
enjoy what remains of the day at leisure.
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| Day 12 :Hong Kong(AB)
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A half day tour takes us around Hong KongIsland
and up to VictoriaPeak by cable car where we take in an unrivaled
panoramic view of Hong Kong and its harbour. The afternoon is
free.
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| Day 13 :Hong Kong(AB)
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Enjoy the entire day at leisure. Spend time
strolling around the shopping paradise of Asia. Tired of shopping?
Take an optional Sunset Harbour Cruise with Dinner in the evening.
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| Day 14 :Hong Kong - USA(AB)
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| Bid China a fond farewell as we board our
homebound international jetliner. Features
Hotels:
Kunming - Bank Hotel (5*)
Dali _ Asia Star Hotel (4*)
Lijiang - Guangfang Hotel (5*)
Shangrila - Tianjie SHenchuan (5*)
Hong Kong – Inter Continental Grand Stanford
Tour Package Includes:
Fine Dining
3 meals a day for the entire trip except Hong Kong portion
Full American or buffet breakfast daily
Chinese or western dinners in hotels or at local restaurants
Local specialties: Three-courses Tea in Dali, Tibetan Feast in
Shangrila, Yunnan Specialty in Kunming
Dali - BaiMinorityVillage
Lijiang - BaishaVillage
Shangrila - Tibetan Music & Dance Show
Kunming - Minority Cultural Show
Air Fare
Round trip trans-Pacific air ticket
China domestic air tickets
Sightseeing
Comprehensive sightseeing tours as specified
Experienced and knowledgeable tour guide throughout in China
Travel Protection
Travel Protection Insurance provided at no additional cost to
you, if final payment received 45 days prior to the departure date
“USTOA” $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program
Tax for this package is $206 |
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Starting
September 1, 2005 China domestic airports will no longer collect
airport taxes on the spot. Instead, domestic China airport taxes
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