Cangshan Erhai, Lugu & Shaxi Stories: Pro | 4 Days 3 Nights | Lijiang + Lugu Lake + Dali + Shaxi, 2-8 pax Light Photo Tour - Yunnan Tours

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Tour Overview

Four days packed with northwest Yunnan classics: circle Lugu Lake past Goddess Gemu Mountain and the Wedding Bridge, sail a pig-trough boat through morning mist; then visit Shaxi on the tea-horse road, where time stands still at Sideng Street; finally return to Dali to cycle Erhai Lake at sunset and capture a light photo shoot in the old town lanes.

Lugu Lake + Shaxi + Dali 4-day classic light photo tour: lake light, ancient towns, and Cangshan-Erhai romance.

Highlights

Experience the best highlights of this exciting route. Our carefully curated itinerary showcases the most memorable experiences of your journey.

Lugu Lake loop: Lige Peninsula, Lovers' Beach, Cao Hai, and the Wedding Bridge in one day
Pig-trough boat: sail through morning mist to the sound of Mosuo boat songs
Shaxi Ancient Town: the last market town of the tea-horse road, with Sideng Street and the ancient stage
Dali light photo shoot: old town lanes, Wuhua Tower, and Cangshan as your backdrop
Erhai eco-corridor cycling: Cangshan sunsets from the west shore are unforgettable
Lijiang Old Town: the Big Waterwheel and Sifang Street by night

Itinerary

Arrive in Lijiang with 24-hour free airport pickup. In the afternoon, explore Lijiang Old Town and enjoy the nightlife of Sifang Street, resting up for the journey ahead.

Drive to Lugu Lake. In the afternoon, circle the lake: Lige Peninsula, Lovers' Beach, Cao Hai, and the Wedding Bridge, hearing Mosuo love customs. In the evening, enjoy an optional bonfire party.

Sail a pig-trough boat through the morning mist and visit Liwubi Island. After lunch, head to Shaxi on the tea-horse road, check into a guesthouse, and wander Sideng Street and the ancient stage in the evening.

In the morning, leave Shaxi for Dali. Cycle the Erhai Lake eco-corridor and enjoy the Cangshan-Erhai scenery. End the tour at Dali Old Town, where you may continue your own journey.

Included

3 nights accommodation: selected hotels or characteristic inns in Lijiang/Lugu Lake/Dali
3 breakfasts throughout the trip
Ground transportation: 5-seat SUV or 7-seat van including fuel, tolls, and driver expenses
Scenic tickets listed: Lugu Lake (including pig-trough boat)
Driver and tour-manager service with flexible stops along the way
Complimentary: 24-hour airport pickup/drop-off, 1.5M liability + 340K accident insurance, one bottle of water per person per day, old-town light photo shoot

Excluded

Round-trip flights or trains to/from your home city
Meals not included in the itinerary; suggest AA or self-paid
Mosuo bonfire party at Lugu Lake is an optional self-paid activity
Optional attractions and personal expenses within scenic areas
Single room supplement: CNY 900 per person
Any other items not listed in 'Included'

FAQ

You can book directly online through our website, or contact our customer service team for assistance. We offer secure and convenient payment methods to ensure a smooth booking process.

Our tour packages typically include transportation, accommodation, attraction tickets, professional guide services, and travel insurance. Specific inclusions are listed in each tour's detailed description.

Full refund for cancellations 30+ days before departure; 10% fee for 15-30 days; 30% fee for 7-15 days; no refund within 7 days. Special circumstances can be discussed with customer service.

Of course! We offer personalized customization services. You can adjust the itinerary, accommodation standards, transportation, and more based on your needs. Please contact our customer service team to tailor your exclusive journey.

For domestic travel, please bring valid identification. Some high-altitude areas may require a border pass. We recommend carrying your original ID and a photocopy as backup.

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