• Cangshan Mountain - Meet the tour guide in the lobby of the Dali hotel, board a private air-conditioned vehicle, and embark on a personalized tour of the city’s attractions. Discuss the historical highlights and sites of interest with the knowledgeable guide, who will assist in planning an itinerary tailored to specific interests. Begin the exploration, typically starting with Cangshan Mountain.
• Cangshan Mountain - Cangshan Mountain boasts 19 peaks and 18 streams. The highest peak, Malong Peak, reaches 4,122 meters (13,524 feet). To maximize time, take the convenient cable car to one of the peaks. Choose the desired peak to visit.

Xima Pool Cableway transports visitors from Tianlong Babu Studio City to Xima Pool on Cangshan Mountain. The route spans approximately 5,580 meters (6,100 yards). From the cable car, enjoy views of Dali Ancient City and the natural beauty of Cangshan Mountain. The entire journey lasts about 40 minutes.

Gantong Cableway is approximately 2,630 meters (2,876 yards) long and leads to Gantong Temple.

Zhonghe Cableway measures about 1,668 meters (1,824 yards) and concludes at Zhonghe Temple.

• Chongsheng Three Pagodas - Next, proceed directly to Dali Chongsheng Three Pagodas. The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, a national treasure under preservation, are 1,800 years old and document the development of Buddhism in the region. They stand at the east foot of the tenth peak of the vast Mt. Cangshan, facing the west shore of Erhai Lake.

Upon arrival, explore the temple and courtyards with the tour guide, admire the over 1,000-year-old pagoda, and learn about its history, culture, religion, and art.

• Dali Town - Continue to Dali Ancient Town. Enjoy leisure time strolling around the ancient town, appreciating its grand city wall, traditional Bai ethnic minority folk houses, and stunning scenery. Lunch will be enjoyed at one of the local restaurants.

Dali Ancient Town was a gateway to the Silk Road in Southwest China and served as a government seat and major military barracks for Yunnan Province in ancient times.

• Erhai Lake - Then, proceed to Erhai Lake. Erhai Lake is the largest highland lake and one of China’s seven largest freshwater lakes. Its name means ‘sea shaped like an ear’ in Chinese.
• Xizhou Town - Depending on the time available, visit Xizhou Town. Xizhou Town is a primary residential area for the Bai Nationality and a birthplace of Dali culture; it is also a renowned historic cultural town of the Bai Nationality. Spend leisure time exploring the town, with the tour guide providing detailed stories about the Bai Nationality. Feel free to ask questions.

After the tour concludes, return to the hotel in Dali.

• Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture Museum - If some of the above places have already been visited and a different experience is desired, discuss options with the tour guide. Choose attractions or activities based on interests: Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture Museum, Dali Municipal Museum, or Butterfly Spring.

• English speaking guide
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• Private Tour
• Cable Car round trip
• Entrance fee
• Transport by private vehicle
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (for hotels in Dali City)

• Gratuities

Have only a limited amount of time in Dali? Enhance your sightseeing experience of Dali by designing your own itinerary on this private, full-day tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, customize your day according to your interests. Choose to visit some of the city’s historical highlights such as Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Experience the convenient cable car to Cangshan Mountain; Take the boat cruise from Er Lake to Golden Shuttle Island, get to know Bai Minority’s culture and lifestyle; Finish in the lively neighborhood of Xizhou Ancient Town. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, cable car round trip, lunch, and door to door transfer.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.