Mountain views, historic landmarks, peaceful lake moments, cooking classes and cultural shows. Browse five experiences each in Dali and Lijiang, then see dates and booking details on Trip.com.
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Choose a scenic outing, a cultural stop or a relaxed day with transportation arranged. You can view current options and prices before deciding.
Ride up into the Cangshan mountains for a different perspective on Dali. A lovely choice for a clear-weather day.
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Explore one of Dali’s best-known landmarks: three historic pagodas and the surrounding temple grounds.
A good cultural stop to pair with time in the Old Town.
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Enjoy Erhai from the water, with open views of the lake and mountains. An easygoing option for a scenic afternoon.
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See more of the lakeside area without having to organize each transfer yourself. Particularly appealing for a first visit.
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Try the distinctive Bai tradition of tie-dye, and make something to take home from your time in Dali.
A fun change of pace between sightseeing stops.
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Choose a scenic mountain outing, a dramatic day trip, a cultural show or a hands-on cooking class. These ideas pair beautifully with a stay in Lijiang Old Town.
Head into the dramatic mountains north of Lijiang for sweeping alpine scenery and spectacular snow-capped peaks.
This is a high-altitude destination; the booking page explains which scenic areas and transport options are included.
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Combine snow-mountain scenery, the vivid waters of Blue Moon Valley and an open-air cultural performance in one organized day.
This overlaps with the mountain-only option above: choose one or the other based on your interests.
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Travel beyond Lijiang for deep river gorges, mountain viewpoints and varied scenery along the route toward Shangri-La.
Tour routes and return or drop-off destinations can vary by booking option.
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Explore a local market, learn about Naxi ingredients, and make three traditional dishes in a hands-on cooking class.
A relaxed alternative to sightseeing, and a chance to learn through cooking.
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Enjoy theatrical performances inspired by Lijiang’s history and the cultures of northwest Yunnan.
The park offers different performances; check your chosen ticket for the included show and time.
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Activity bookings for these destinations are coming next. In the meantime, explore our destination introductions and travel guides.
Our Dali and Lijiang guides bring together practical routes, transportation tips and food ideas, so planning the rest of your days feels easier.