Highlights:• Lose the crowds in less-visited dark karst landscapes of the Stone Forest
• Take a cable car to the snow-capped zone of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (4,500+ m, 14,700+ ft)
• Hop in a horse-drawn carriage going through quaint Xizhou Village to gorgeous Erhai Lake
• Check out the power of water below the towering mountains in nerve-tingling Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Learn to make a Naxi pancake in a local restaurant
• Visit a shaman, a local wise man of Baisha Village, and learn some mysterious Dongba character
• Visit a lamas' dormitory in Songzanlin Lamasery, and talk with a lama seeking enlightenment from Tibetan Buddhism
Highlights:• Embark on the classic Yunnan tour to explore the rich cultural tapestry and stunning plateau vistas of southwest China
• Encounter the otherworldly Stone Forest
• Immerse yourself in Lijiang's traditional allure with visits to Mu Mansion and authentic Naxi homestays
• Witness the awe-inspiring Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Uncover the enigmatic charms of Shangri-la's old town
• Engage with revered lamas at Songzanlin Monastery
Highlights:• A private tour with one guide and one driver
• Staying at local 5-star deluxe hotels throughout the trip
• Special experience in thangka making and tie-dye making
Highlights:• A private tour with one guide and one driver
• Staying at local 5-star deluxe hotels throughout the trip
• Special experience in afternoon tea and coffee making