Itinerary:

Day 01 USA - Guangzhou
Tonight our flight departs from the USA bound for China. Cross the international date line.

Day 02 Enroute
Due to time difference and travel time, the day is spent on board our airliner. Overnight on board.

Day 03 Arrive Guangzhou
Our flight arrives at Guanghzou where we clear customs, then transfer to our five star accommodations (Check in may be delayed until the afternoon depending on the hotel). Sight seeing today includes visits to the Liurong Temple, Chen Family Temple, and the 72 Martyrs Mausoleum at Huanghuagang. For dinner tonight, enjoy the world famous local cuisine, roasted pig. (L,DP)

Day 04 Guangzhou - Kunming
Morning flight to Kunming, one of the most modern cities in Southwestern China. Kunming holds distinction as having the best year-round weather in all of China. It is known as the "Spring City." Upon arrival we take a half-day city tour, then retire to our hotel for the rest of the day. (AB, L, DH)

Day 05 Kunming - Dali
Early morning transfer takes us to the airport to board a short flight to Dali, home of the Bai Minority Group. Take an excursion to Butterfly Mountain followed by a cruise of Erhai Lake. Get first hand experience of local daily life as we visit a Bai Minority Village, tasting famous "Three Courses Tea." On the way back into town, we stop at the famous "Three Elegant Pagodas," an outstanding landmark of the region. (AB, L, DH)

Day 06 Dali - Lijiang
This morning we journey by bus to Lijiang, the cultural center of the Naxi Minority. Lijiang has beautiful landscapes and has been designated by the UN as a World Cultural Heritage Site. Gaze in wonder at the sights and sounds of this ancient city as you walk down the cobblestone streets preserved for over 700 years.We see that the Naxi way of life has changed very little over time. A short bus ride away is Black Dragon Pond, where we take a leisurely stroll around the pristine surroundings. We are entertained by the ancient Naxi music after our dinner at hotel tonight. (AB,L,DS)

Day 07 Lijiang
The highlight of the day must be Jade Dragon Mountain, the mythical mountain worshipped by the Naxi people. The bus drops us off at the base where we board chair lifts to access higher regions that afford a beautiful view of the famed Thirteen Peaks. Our rest stop on the way to Jade Dragon Mountain is Baisha Village, the ancient capital of the Naxi Kingdom. Enjoy the famous local cuisine for dinner tonight. (AB,L,DP)

Day 08 Lijiang - Shangrila
Embark early morning on the arduous motor coach ride to the famed Shangrila. At the midway point of the journey we stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge, descending over 200 steps to get the best possible view. Shangrila is home to the Tibetan Minority Group. Upon arrival at Shangrila, we enjoy lamb dinner with a Tibetan family, being careful to observe the local customs and traditions which often including singing and dancing! (AB,L,DP)

Day 09 Shangrila
Rise early in the morning as we venture to Songzan Temple, the largest Lhamasery existing outside of Tibet. Journey later by motor coach to Napahai, a beautiful scenic spot that typifies how Shangrila blends harmoniously with nature, worshipped by theTibetan Minorities as a deity. After visiting Suodu Lake, we return back to enjoy dinner at our hotel. (AB, L, DH)

Day 10 Shangrila - Kunming
Board the flight bound back to Kunming. Upon arrival, we start a half-day sightseeing tour to Dienqi. (AB,L,D)

Day 11 Kunming
Today we visit the Stone Forest, marveling at the natural stone ¡§trees.¡¨ Created by ancient winds and water erosion over millions of years, the Stone Forest is a remarkable region of limestone cliffs and peaks. In the evening we¡¦re in for a special treat of Yunnan Specialties followed by an exciting Minority Cultural Show. (AB,L,DS)

Day 11 Kunming - Guangzhou - USA
Depart Kunming and head towards back to U.S.A. (AB)

Deluxe hotel accommodation:

• Guangzhou Garden Hotel (5*)
  
• Kunming Bank Hotel (5*)
  
• Dali Asia Star Hotel (4* Local Best)
  
• Lijiang Grand Lijiang Hotel (3* Local Best)
  
• Shagri-La Guanguang Hotel (4* Local Best)

Features:

• Round trip trans-Pacific air ticket
  
• China domestic air tickets and air-conditioned tour bus
• Fine meals daily including local specialty cuisines
  
• Special entertainments for your delight:
  Kunming - Minority Folklore Show
  Dali - Naxi Music Show
  Lijiang - Minority Folklore Dance
  Shangri-la - Tibetan Traditional Dinner Show
  Kunming - Minority Cultural Show
  
• Experienced and knowledgeable tour guide throughout China
  
• Travel Protection Insurance provided for your worry-free vacation at no additional cost, if you make final payment at least 45 days prior to departure
  
• $1 Million Consumer Protection

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