Yunnan

Start by choosing your travel format. A boutique small-group trip needs confirmation of its departure date, shared schedule and operating conditions; private travel is discussed around your own party, dates, pace and services. For a first visit, consider Dali and Lijiang before deciding whether to add Shangri-La or another stop. Use the routes and guides below to check rooms, transport, inclusions and extras. Final arrangements follow your confirmed written proposal.

Dali Old Town and Erhai — Combine an old-town walk with Xizhou and one stretch of the lake. Treat Cangshan as a separate option instead of fitting a full lake circuit and mountain visit into one day.

Lijiang and Baisha — Explore Dayan plus Baisha or Shuhe. Allow separate time for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and confirm access, cable-car arrangements and suitability before travel.

Shaxi or Shangri-La — Stay overnight in Shaxi for a quieter town visit, or allow additional travel and acclimatisation time for Shangri-La. Choose an extension around your group and available days.