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Private Itinerary in Yunnan, Guilin, and Southern China

A southern China scenic route for those seeking mountain air, rivers, ancient cities, local markets, and a softer pace.

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Private Itinerary in Yunnan, Guilin, and Southern China – Exclusive Scenic Views
Itinerary Days 13 days
Itinerary Guilin, Yangshuo, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La
Travel Style Mountain and Water Scenery, Diverse Cultures, Leisurely Private Travel

Prices will be recalculated based on the route, pace, and hotel standards.

This is a customizable travel inspiration with no fixed group dates. The final plan is refined after confirming the travel month, hotel preferences, guide expertise, transportation, and extended destinations.

Custom Quote Notes:Seasonal availability, hotel ratings, guide language, internal transportation, photography scheduling, and the flexibility required each day.

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Itinerary Highlights

Below is an example structure for an exclusive itinerary. Specific hotels, pace, depth of guidance, and extended destinations will be adjusted after consultation.

  • Experience Guilin and Yangshuo's karst landscapes with exclusive guides and flexible timing.
  • Continue exploring Yunnan, slowing down to experience Dali's courtyards, Lijiang's alleys, and highland landscapes.
  • Can include tea culture, photography, light hiking, family cycling, or premium accommodations.
  • Perfect for returning travelers to China or those looking to step beyond the classic three-city route.

Itinerary Pace

  1. Starting in Guilin and Yangshuo, featuring river landscapes, villages, and relaxed sightseeing.
  2. Fly to Dali, experiencing ancient city courtyards, lakeside scenery, and market cuisine.
  3. Continue to Lijiang, adding Naxi culture, mountain scenery, and private cultural insights.
  4. Extend to Shangri-La for a highland landscape finale with a sense of vastness.
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

Suggested Day-by-Day Itinerary

This is a suggested pace for your private journey. The final itinerary is reconfirmed around the season, transport schedules, timed-entry availability, hotel preferences and your comfort.

Journey Length13 days
RouteGuilin, Yangshuo, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La
  1. DAY 01
    Guilin Arrival in Guilin View Details
    Guilin

    Arrival in Guilin

    Upon arrival, check-in with rest time; in the evening, arrange a relaxed lakeside or city walk.

    Suggested Overnight Guilin
  2. DAY 02
    Guilin → Yangshuo Lijiang River Scenery and Yangshuo View Details
    Guilin → Yangshuo

    Lijiang River Scenery and Yangshuo

    Choose a Li River experience suitable for the season and pace, then enjoy the mountainous riverside town in the afternoon.

    Suggested Overnight Yangshuo
  3. DAY 03
    Yangshuo Yangshuo Countryside and Light Outdoor Activities View Details
    Yangshuo

    Yangshuo Countryside and Light Outdoor Activities

    Arrange cycling, village visits, bamboo rafting, light hiking, or cooking experiences based on interest.

    Suggested Overnight Yangshuo
  4. DAY 04
    Yangshuo → Guilin Longji Rice Terraces or In-depth Guilin Experience View Details
    Yangshuo → Guilin

    Longji Rice Terraces or In-depth Guilin Experience

    Choose Longji Rice Terraces based on season, or stay in Guilin for a more relaxed cultural and natural experience.

    Suggested Overnight Guilin
  5. DAY 05
    Guilin → Dali Head to Dali View Details
    Guilin → Dali

    Head to Dali

    Based on seasonal flight or train combinations, travel to Dali; on the same day, focus on transportation connections and rest.

    Suggested Overnight Dali
  6. DAY 06
    Dali Dali Ancient City, Erhai Lake, and Bai culture View Details
    Dali

    Dali Ancient City, Erhai Lake, and Bai culture

    Understand Dali's lifestyle through old town courtyards, Erhai Lake villages, markets, or handicraft experiences

    Suggested Overnight Dali
  7. DAY 07
    Dali Area Xizhou, Shaxi, or Mountain Villages View Details
    Dali Area

    Xizhou, Shaxi, or Mountain Villages

    Select Bai ethnic village, Shaxi Ancient Town, or quieter mountain routes based on interest, managing driving time.

    Suggested Overnight Dali or Shaxi
  8. DAY 08
    Dali → Lijiang Head to Lijiang View Details
    Dali → Lijiang

    Head to Lijiang

    Private car or train to Lijiang. Explore the ancient city's alleys by avoiding peak hours.

    Suggested Overnight Lijiang
  9. DAY 09
    Lijiang Naxi Culture and Lijiang Surrounds View Details
    Lijiang

    Naxi Culture and Lijiang Surrounds

    Arrange village visits, cultural insights, music, markets, or light hikes for a more comprehensive experience than typical ancient city tours.

    Suggested Overnight Lijiang
  10. DAY 10
    Lijiang Towards Yulong Snow Mountain View Details
    Lijiang

    Towards Yulong Snow Mountain

    Arrange mountain and surrounding landscape visits based on weather, cable car reservations, and altitude acclimatization; alternative low-altitude routes available.

    Suggested Overnight Lijiang
  11. DAY 11
    Lijiang → Shangri-La Head to Shangri-La View Details
    Lijiang → Shangri-La

    Head to Shangri-La

    Travel by train or private car to higher altitude areas, then focus on rest and short excursions upon arrival.

    Suggested Overnight Shangri-La
  12. DAY 12
    Shangri-La Highland Towns and Natural Landscapes View Details
    Shangri-La

    Highland Towns and Natural Landscapes

    Arrange temple, ancient city, grassland, wetland, or village experiences based on season, maintaining a relaxed pace.

    Suggested Overnight Shangri-La
  13. DAY 13
    Shangri-La Depart Shangri-La View Details
    Shangri-La

    Depart Shangri-La

    Arrange station transfers according to flight or train schedules; return to Kunming, Chengdu, or continue other Chinese itineraries.

    Suggested Overnight End of the Tour

Includes

  • Private English-speaking guides
  • Premium Hotel Recommendations
  • Private transportation and itinerary design
  • Light Outdoor Activity Itinerary
  • Restaurant and Local Experience Planning

Not Included

  • International Flights
  • China Visa or Entry Documents
  • Personal Expenses and Travel Insurance
  • High-Altitude Professional Support
TAILOR-MADE DETAILS

Your Journey, Refined Around You

This route isn't directly copied from a template. We first assess city order, transportation connections, physical pace, and guide language, then tailor each day for a more suitable private experience for inbound travelers.

01 Guilin
02 Yangshuo
03 Dali
04 Lijiang
05 Shangri-La

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  • Estimated Travel Month and Available Days
  • Number of Guests, Age Structure, and Room Preferences
  • Hotel Standards, Dietary Restrictions, and Energy Level Management
  • Do You Need an English, Japanese, Spanish, or Other Language Guide?
  • Cities, landscapes, culture, or photography time you wish to prioritize
Pace Assessment

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