Explore Xizhou’s charm: guided tour, Bai culture, Yan Courtyard, rice fields, and taste Xizhou Baba. Discover Dali’s hidden gem.
Explore Xizhou’s charm: guided tour, Bai culture, Yan Courtyard, rice fields, and taste Xizhou Baba. Discover Dali’s hidden gem.
- Xizhou Town - Arrive at Xizhou Ancient Town and journey back in time. The bluestone-paved streets stretch beneath your feet, and the ancient stage stands serenely. With its upturned eaves, intricately decorated brackets, carved beams, and painted rafters, it beautifully showcases the allure of Bai ethnic architecture. Find the perfect angle and…
- Xizhou Town - Arrive at Xizhou Ancient Town and journey back in time. The bluestone-paved streets stretch beneath your feet, and the ancient stage stands serenely. With its upturned eaves, intricately decorated brackets, carved beams, and painted rafters, it beautifully showcases the allure of Bai ethnic architecture. Find the perfect angle and take photos to capture these timeless moments.
- Ancient Architecture of Bai Nationality, Xizhou - Explore the Yan Family’s Courtyard, a treasure of Bai ethnic folk houses that perfectly illustrates the “Three Rooms with One Screen Wall” and “Four Courtyards with Five Skylights” layout. The flowers, birds, fish, and insects carved on the wooden doors and windows, along with the auspicious beasts on the stone railings, are all lifelike.
- Zhoucheng Village - Visit the Puzhen Bai Ethnic Group Tie-dyeing Museum in Zhoucheng. With guidance from professional staff, gain a deep understanding of the historical origins of the Bai ethnic group’s tie-dyeing.
From ancient origin legends to modern inheritance and development, admire the exquisite tie-dyeing works and experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage art.
Participate in a hands-on tie-dyeing experience session. With staff guidance, design and create simple tie-dyed handkerchiefs or scarves, and take home a unique travel souvenir.
Stroll through the traditional alleys in Zhoucheng and find a family-run restaurant to sample one or two dishes from the distinctive “Eight Local Dishes,” such as Hongqu Pork, and savor the taste of traditional Bai ethnic group banquet dishes along with the essence of folk culture.
- Dali Ancient - Enjoy an in-depth stroll through Dali Ancient City on this half-day tour. Discover the ancient charm of Bai ethnic architecture, climb the Wuhua Tower for a view of the ancient city’s beauty, experience the fusion of Chinese and Western cultures on Foreigners’ Street, and delight in classic Bai ethnic cuisine to satisfy your palate.

- English-speaking Private Guide
- Transport
- Customized Itinerary
- English-speaking Private Guide
- Transport
- Customized Itinerary
- Tips & Gratuities
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Tie-Dyeing Hands-on Experience (CNY110)
- French/German/Italian/Spanish/Russian/Malay/Indonesian/Thai/Viet Guide (extra)
- Tips & Gratuities
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Tie-Dyeing Hands-on Experience (CNY110)
- French/German/Italian/Spanish/Russian/Malay/Indonesian/Thai/Viet Guide (extra)
Experience the allure of Xizhou Ancient Town and the rich Bai ethnic culture on a guided tour from Dali. Explore the Yan Family’s Courtyard, wander through the rice fields, and savor the traditional Xizhou Baba.
Take a walk to the rice fields near the Linden Centre. Each season offers its own stunning scenery. In spring and summer, the rice seedlings are…
Experience the allure of Xizhou Ancient Town and the rich Bai ethnic culture on a guided tour from Dali. Explore the Yan Family’s Courtyard, wander through the rice fields, and savor the traditional Xizhou Baba.
Take a walk to the rice fields near the Linden Centre. Each season offers its own stunning scenery. In spring and summer, the rice seedlings are vibrant, resembling rolling green waves; in autumn, the rice ears turn a golden hue, akin to a golden carpet.
As you stroll along the field ridges, a gentle breeze carries the delightful blend of rice, grass, and soil aromas. In the distance, Cangshan Mountain is adorned with lush greenery, while a nearby brook flows softly, creating a sense of tranquility.
Venture into the snack street of the ancient town, where the lively atmosphere is palpable. Discover a traditional store and enjoy the classic Xizhou Baba.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.