Yunnan Chengdu Beijing 10-Day Tour
This ten-day odyssey unveils the breathtaking diversity of China, from the subtropical highlands of Yunnan to the imperial grandeur of Beijing. Begin in Kunming, the “City of Eternal Spring,” where emerald-green tea plantations cascade down hillsides and the surreal limestone pillars of the Stone Forest stand like a petrified army. The air carries the fragrance of fresh flowers from Asia’s largest wholesale flower market, blending with the earthy aroma of steaming cross-bridge rice noodles, Yunnan’s signature dish.
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Day 1: Kunming Arrival
Arrive in Kunming–Free activities
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We will pick you up at the airport and take you to the hotel
Recommended attractions: Biji Fang, Wenming Street Historic Block, Kunming Old Street.
Day 2: Lijiang Arrival
Transfer to Lijiang Station-Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Spruce Meadow-Blue Moon Valley
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Breakfast
Morning: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take the Glacier Park Cable Car to witness: Spectacular glaciers (year-round snow), Viewing platform at 4,680m (oxygen cans available), Tibetan prayer flags against mountain vistas.
Midday: Spruce Meadow. Serene alpine meadow (3,240m elevation) surrounded by ancient spruce forest, Wooden boardwalk loop (easy 40-min walk) with mountain views, Traditional Naxi grazing grounds (spot yaks in summer).
Lunch
Afternoon: Blue Moon Valley. Four turquoise mineral lakes fed by glacier meltwater. Waterfall viewpoints & classic “mountain mirror” photo spots.
Day 3: Lijiang Arrival
Transfer to Lijiang Station-Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Spruce Meadow-Blue Moon Valley
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Breakfast
Morning: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take the Glacier Park Cable Car to witness: Spectacular glaciers (year-round snow), Viewing platform at 4,680m (oxygen cans available), Tibetan prayer flags against mountain vistas.
Midday: Spruce Meadow. Serene alpine meadow (3,240m elevation) surrounded by ancient spruce forest, Wooden boardwalk loop (easy 40-min walk) with mountain views, Traditional Naxi grazing grounds (spot yaks in summer).
Lunch
Afternoon: Blue Moon Valley. Four turquoise mineral lakes fed by glacier meltwater. Waterfall viewpoints & classic “mountain mirror” photo spots.
Day 4: Dali Arrival
Transfer to Dali Station-Cangshan Mountain Park-Erhai Lake-Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas-Dali Ancient Town
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Breakfast
Morning: Cangshan Mountain Park
Begin your adventure at Cangshan Mountain, one of Dali’s iconic “Wind-Flower-Snow-Moon” landscapes (representing “Snow on Cangshan”). This biodiversity haven features alpine lakes, primeval forests, and glacial relics, offering three distinct exploration routes:
Option A: Ximatan Cableway
– Ascend to 3,900m via Yunnan’s highest-altitude cableway (“Stairway to Heaven”)
– Witness glacial Ximatan Lake (legend says Kublai Khan watered horses here)
– Seasonal highlights: May-Jun for rhododendron blooms, Dec-Feb for frost landscapes
– Panoramic views of Dali Old Town and Malong Peak (Cangshan’s highest point)
Option B: Gantong Cableway
– Ideal for light hiking with “half-mountain, half-lake” vistas
– Walk through secluded valleys to Qingbi Stream and the “Chessboard Rock”
– Least crowded option with optimal effort-to-view ratio
Option C: Zhonghe Cableway
– Only open-chairlift experience (no glass barriers)
– Soak in 360° views of pine forests and Erhai breezes
– Disembark at 1,000-year-old **Zhonghe Temple** with its lake-view platform
Afternoon: Erhai Lake & Three Pagodas
Discover Erhai Lake, Yunnan’s second-largest freshwater lake shaped like a human ear:
– Cruise past Bai fishing villages with traditional cormorant fishermen
– Visit wetlands teeming with migratory birds (Nov-Apr)
– Capture the “Erhai Moon” reflection at golden hour
Continue to Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas:
– 9th-century royal Buddhist complex featured in Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils
– The main Qianxun Pagoda (69.6m) has survived 34 earthquakes
– Best photo spot: Reflection pond with Cangshan backdrop
Evening: Dali Ancient Town
As night falls, the town transforms: Try tie-dye workshops at Zhoucheng Village. Listen to folk ballads in Renmin Road’s courtyard bars. Sample “rushan” (milk fan cheese) at Huguo Road Night Market. Climb South Gate Tower for neon-lit cityscapes.
Day 5: Chengdu
Chengdu Giant Panda Base → Wuhou Shrine → Jinli Street → Jinjiang River Night Cruise
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Breakfast
After breakfast, your driver and guide will pick you up from the hotel and head to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Take the sightseeing shuttle directly to Adventure Valley, visiting stations like “Mountain Moon” and “Cloud Moon” Pavilions to observe pandas of all ages。
Next, return downtown to explore Jinli Ancient Street—a lantern-lined lane brimming with traditional snacks (ideal for lunch). Then proceed to the adjacent Wuhou Shrine, dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the legendary strategist of the Three Kingdoms period. Highlights include: Zhaolie Temple (honoring Emperor Liu Bei)， Three Excellence Stele (celebrated for its calligraphy, poetry, and craftsmanship)， Zhuge Liang Hall with historic statues， Stroll through photogenic crimson-walled pathways.
Evening Suggestion:
For an optional night activity, head to Jiuyanqiao (Nine-Eyes Bridge) for a Jinjiang River Night Cruise. Glide past illuminated historical and contemporary landmarks, witnessing Chengdu’s fusion of past and present from the water.
Day 6: Chengdu
People’s Park-Ga Wan Tea Experience-Wenshu Monastery-Sichuan Opera
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Breakfast
Morning: People’s Park
Established in 1911 as “Shaocheng Park”, this 112,639m² oasis is Sichuan’s oldest public park and a living showcase of local leisure culture. Its crown jewel is the century-old Heming Teahouse, where bamboo chairs and rattan tables set the stage for Chengdu’s slow-living philosophy. Observe locals: Chatting over tea (“bÇŽi lóngménzhèn”), Playing chess, Birdwalking with caged songbirds, Enjoying ear-cleaning rituals.
Afternoon: Wenshu Monastery
Founded in the Sui Dynasty (605 AD), this 5.5-hectare complex is the leading Zen temple of the Yangtze basin.
Evening: Sichuan Opera. Witness China’s dramatic heritage: Face-changing (Bian Lian): Masks vanish in seconds, Fire-spitting: Dazzling pyro-techniques, Lamp-balancing: Acrobatics with oil lamps on head
Day 7: Beijing Arrival
Transfer to Beijing Airport
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Breakfast&Lunch
Free activities
Day 8: Beijing
Tian’anmen Square-Forbidden City-Summer Palace
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Breakfast&Lunch
Tiananmen Square: Start your day at Tiananmen Square, one of the world’s largest public squares, rich in history.
Forbidden City: Next, visit the magnificent Forbidden City, the former imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Summer Palace: End your day at the Summer Palace, known for its beautiful gardens and stunning lakes.
Evening Option:
In the evening, you may choose to enjoy a captivating performance of Peking Opera, a kung fu show, or acrobatics, immersing yourself in the charm of traditional Chinese culture. Performances usually run from 19:15 to 20:15.
Day 9: Beijing
Mutianyu Great Wall-Temple of Heaven
Breakfast&Lunch
We will drive about 70 kilometers to the Mutianyu section of the world-famous Great Wall. This section of the Great Wall is well-preserved and relatively unvisited, and it will surely live up to your expectations. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is one of the “longest Great Walls in China” and impresses visitors with its rich vegetation and magnificent natural scenery.
You will take an easy cable car up to the Great Wall. Next you will climb up to the city tower overlooking the majestic Great Wall, which will surely make your stay unforgettable. After the Great Wall tour, we will take the cable car down the mountain.
(Note: If you are physically fit, you can also choose to hike up and down the mountain to feel the sense of accomplishment of climbing to the top).
Next, you will visit the Temple of Heaven, a sacred site used in ancient times to worship the heavens and offer prayers for a bountiful harvest. Nowadays, it has become a lively place where locals perform traditional activities such as Tai Chi, dancing, kite flying and calligraphy. Stroll among the halls of the Temple of Heaven and feel the solemnity and mystery of ancient royalty.
Day 10: Beijing Departure
Departure from Beijing Airport
Breakfast
As the sun rises, we will arrange a special car to take you to the airport , the end of this unforgettable ten-day tour of Yunnan-Chengdu-Beijing. We hope this trip will become a wonderful memory in your heart, and look forward to meeting you again in China.
