For travellers who want to go deeper — Chengdu's warmth, Dali's old town and lake, and the Tibetan-edge landscapes of Shangri-La. Nature, culture and altitude, at an unhurried pace.
Route · Chengdu → Dali → Shangri-La
Best time: March–June and September–November for clear mountain days.
Days 1–3
Chengdu
Arrival by flight; private transfer.
Ease in with pandas, teahouses and Sichuan food before heading into the mountains.
- Giant pandas at opening time
- A relaxed teahouse afternoon
- A guided Sichuan dinner
Days 4–6
Dali
Short flight from Chengdu to Dali.
Bai culture by Erhai Lake — old-town lanes, lakeside villages and mountain backdrops.
- Dali old town and the Three Pagodas
- A cycle or drive along Erhai Lake
- A Bai-village lunch
Days 7–9
Shangri-La
Scenic drive or short flight from Dali.
Onto the Tibetan plateau's edge — monasteries, meadows and big, clear skies.
- Songzanlin Monastery
- Pudacuo National Park
- Old-town evenings at altitude
Service Levels
Premium
Carefully chosen 4–5★ hotels, private transport, private English-speaking guides and the key experiences of each destination, coordinated end to end.
Luxury
The finest stays and suites, senior private guides, priority and after-hours access where possible, and bespoke experiences — every detail elevated.
Options & Extensions
- Add Lijiang old town between Dali and Shangri-La
- Extend toward Tibet (Lhasa) with the right permits and acclimatisation
Indicative Pricing
Pricing is tailored to your group size, travel dates, chosen service level and the experiences you include. Tell us about your trip and we'll prepare an indicative per-person quote before any detailed planning begins.
Per person, excluding international flights. Final pricing depends on journey length, accommodation level, private guiding and the services and experiences selected.
This journey is a starting point, never a fixed package. Every route can be reshaped around your dates, interests and travel style.