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6-Day Tour of Shangri-La and Xishuangbanna, Yunnan: A Detailed Guide

6-day tour of Shangri-La and Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. Explore Yunnan! Visit all the highlights. Save this super useful guide now! -------- 🌟Route Overview:🌟 Day 1: Arrive in Xishuangbanna—Dai-style Peacock Dinner—Hotel Rest Arrive in beautiful Xishuangbanna on the first day and enjoy a private airport transfer. In the evening, enjoy a peacock welcome dinner at a traditional Dai restaurant, then check in to a 5-diamond hotel for a rest. Day 2: Wild Elephant Valley—Butterfly Garden—Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest Nature Reserve Visit the mysterious Wild Elephant Valley, admire the colorful Butterfly Garden, and finally stroll through Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest Nature Reserve to experience the charm of nature. Day 3: Manting Imperial Garden—Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences Visit the royal-style Manting Imperial Garden, then head to Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences to explore the wonderful world of tropical plants. Day 4: Tiger Leaping Gorge—Ganden Sumtseling Monastery—Dukezong Ancient Town—Prayer Wheel at the Great Buddha Temple Experience the thrilling and magnificent Tiger Leaping Gorge, visit the religious culture of Ganden Sumtseling Monastery, stroll through Dukezong Ancient Town to experience its historical charm, and finally spin the giant prayer wheel at the Great Buddha Temple to pray for blessings. Day 5: Napa Lake—Pudacuo National Park—Shudu Lake Ride freely on the Yila Grassland of Napa Lake, visit the natural scenery of Pudacuo National Park, and finally admire the tranquil beauty of Shudu Lake. Day 6: Return from Xishuangbanna—Return Home According to your return schedule, we provide a transfer to Gasa Airport. End your pleasant trip to Xishuangbanna and Shangri-La and return home safely. -------- Must-visit Attractions: 🌳 Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences: Enter a world of exotic flowers and plants and experience the mystery and magnificence of the tropical rainforest. 🏰 Manting Imperial Garden: Dai and Thai-style architecture with exotic charm, as if you were in a foreign country. 🐘 Wild Elephant Valley: Venture into the tropical rainforest and get up close and personal with elephants. You may even encounter wild elephants! 🌲 Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest Nature Reserve: Stroll through the tropical rainforest and enjoy the purest natural scenery. 🏞️ Tiger Leaping Gorge (Shangri-La Section): The gorge is deep, the river rocks are unique, and the scenery is magnificent. It's worth a visit! -------- Travel Checklist:🧳 👕 Clothing: If you visit Shangri-La and Xishuangbanna in January, the temperature difference between day and night is large. We recommend bringing a light down jacket and long-sleeved clothes and pants for easy layering. Don't forget comfortable sneakers for a more enjoyable trip. 🎒 Accessories: Sunglasses and a sun hat are essential for sun protection and style. Bring an umbrella in case of sudden rain. A power bank and charging cable are also necessary to keep your phone charged. 📇 Documents: ID card, cash, and credit card are essential for travel, so be sure to keep them safe. If you have a student ID, military ID, or other discount cards, bring them with you. 💊 Other Essentials: Yunnan has many delicious foods, so bring digestive tablets and common medicines just in case. If you're worried about altitude sickness, bring some anti-altitude sickness medicine. Staying healthy while traveling is important! -------- 🎉One trip, two styles. Shangri-La and Xishuangbanna are waiting for you to explore. Discover the beautiful moments of travel!🌈
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Posted: Jan 8, 2025
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