H.Discove Yunnan (Code: DYYUN)
Kunming is commonly known as a “City of Eternal Spring”, warm in winter and cool in summer that makes it comfortable all year round. It is the capital of Yunnan province and neighbours Vietnam, Burma and Laos in the southwest of China. It is protected by mountains surrounding the city on three sides, and a lake to the south to ensure the best weather in China.
Day 1 Arrival Kunming
Upon arrival in Kunming, your will meet you and transfer you to the 4* Golden Dragon Hotel or similar for two nights.
Day 2 Kunming - Stone Forest Meal: B/L
In the morning we will travel to the Stone Forest Park, called the "No.1 Wonder Under Heaven". The region is filled with dense clusters of deeply eroded limestone Karst formations and is the highest karst terrain in the world. The unique natural sights and Sani folklore are haracteristics of the region. After lunch, return to the city and visit Dragon Gate of Western Hill.
Day 3 Kunming - Lijiang Meal: B/L
Take a morning flight to Lijiang, the old town centre is known as Dayan. Dayan Town was listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list in 1997. When you arrive in Lijiang you will be able to walk through Dayan Town to experience its colourful culture and visit a Naxi Village. The Naxi people are the main ethnic group of the town. We will also go to the Dongba Culture Museum. The Museum houses historical pieces of the Naxi's writing, which is one of very few ancient pictographic scripts still in use in the world; then we will visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which has a rich vegetation foliage, ranging from subtropical to alpine. Enjoy the scenery on the cable car ride up the mountain and down again. The evening entertainment is the Naxi Ancient Music Show.
Day 4 Tiger Leaping Gorge Meal: B/L
Day excursion to the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge and First Bend of the Yangtze River.
Day 5 Lijiang - Dali Meal: B/L
Drive to Dali in the morning, you will visit the ancient city of Dali, Dali Museum, Erhai Lake and Butterfl y Spring.
Day 6 Dali departure Meal: B
Transfer to the airport for your flight or onward journey.
Tour Price (Per person based on twin share occupancy)
| Travel Period | Land only | Package | Single Supplement |
| Kunming:Golden Dragon Hotel 4* | |||
| Lijiang:Gucheng Wenyuan 4* | |||
| Tiger Leaping Gorge:Woodys Guest House 3 * | |||
| Dali: Asia Star 4* | |||
| Jul-Nov 2010 | NZ$1,490 | NZ$3,400 | NZ$320 |
| Dec 2010-Feb 2011* | NZ$1,410 | NZ$3,320 | NZ$360 |
Includes:
Air New Zealand Pacific economy class with all taxes
Return airport transfers
Twin share hotel
Air ticket Kunming – Lijiang
Private tours with entrance fee
English-speaking guide and meals as per itinerary.
(The above price is not valid for the May & Oct Holiday.)