Private Guided Day Tour from Lijiang to Dali Ancient City, Shaxi Ancient Town, and Erhai Lake

Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean

Private group

Optional hotel pick up

8hr Duration

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Departing from Lijiang City

Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture

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Direct connection from Lijiang to Dali: save time and start enjoying the charm of the ancient city immediately.
Explore Dali Ancient City with an in-depth tour, discover Bai ethnic culture, and experience historical heritage.
Sightseeing at Erhai Lake: take in the panoramic views of the lake and mountains, and fully enjoy the beauty of nature.
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In the morning, depart from Lijiang and head to Dali Ancient City. Upon arrival, stroll along the cobblestone streets of the ancient city, immerse yourself in the rich historical and cultural atmosphere, and admire the Bai ethnic architectural style and unique ancient city charm.
Afterward, proceed to Erhai Lake. Erhai Lake is one of Yunnan’s plateau lakes, known for its beautiful scenery and hailed as the “Pearl of the Plateau.” By the lake, you can enjoy the picturesque lake and mountains and experience the romantic ambiance of Dali.
In the afternoon, visit Shaxi Ancient Town. Shaxi is a tranquil and quaint town that preserves many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Here, you can leisurely wander, savor the town’s serenity and antiquity, and enjoy a slow pace of life.
The entire trip includes a professional tour guide and comfortable transportation services.

Knock on the gates of Dali Old Town, where the eaves of Wuhua Building lift a thousand years of moonlight – Renmin Road's folk songs intertwine with the aroma of coffee from Foreigner Street, and around the corner, you might encounter a Bai ethnic grandma

Walking through Sideng Street in the morning dew of Shaxi, the sounds of mule bells transform into the gentle chimes of wind bells under the eaves. Egrets skim across the rice paddies, and tie-dye fabrics bask in the sun in the ancient alleys. Here, time

In Shaxi, the Bai people use the ancient opera stage as their backdrop, measuring the seasons and the hours with tie-dyed fabrics. In the traditional "three houses and a screen wall" courtyards, grandmothers weave millennia-old patterns with their embroid

Erhai Lake is a sapphire at the foot of Cangshan Mountain. When the wind rises, waves kiss the vast reeds; when the rain falls, clouds surge over the majestic mountains. Fishing boats shatter the morning mist, and egrets skim over the glistening waves. Th

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2026/06/08

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Private English Tour

Our driver picked us up from our hotel at our own timing and we have a smooth journey. He also provided some brief history of shaxi and dali old town and accompanied us through out the journey. As a final stop our driver has also drove us to "santorini dali" at our request. The view of er hai from the hill top is indeed wonderful

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MunMen ***

2025/10/24

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Private Chinese Tour

Had a wonderful day trip to Dali Ancient City, Shaxi Ancient Town, and Erhai Lake. The guide William was super friendly, patient, and genuinely cared that we enjoyed the day. He was also very knowledgeable about all the places we visited. Really appreciated his enthusiasm and hospitality!

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Pickup and Drop-off Service Area: We offer complimentary pickup and drop-off service for customers within the Lijiang city area. For locations outside of these areas, additional charges will apply. The exact amount will be communicated and confirmed with you by our customer service team after order confirmation.
Schedule: Standard departure is around 9:00 AM. The tour typically ends around 5:00 PM, and we will take you back to your hotel. However, your needs are our top priority, and the schedule can be flexibly adjusted. You can discuss the best departure time with our customer service team after booking. During peak holiday periods, we recommend departing earlier to avoid crowds and enjoy a more comfortable journey.
Service Duration Reminder: Please note that our overall service duration is limited to approximately 8 hours. If the service exceeds this time, an overtime fee will apply. We will communicate and confirm the specific details with you in advance.

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