12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas in Kunming
Kunming, China

12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas

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43/100

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Is 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas worth booking?

12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas is a 288-hour experience in Kunming, China, from $5550 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
43 / 100
Rating
Not yet rated
Duration
288 hours
From
$5550 per person

See a different side of China on this 12-day small-group journey through Yunnan to Chengdu, limited to just eight travelers. Explore the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest, experience Bai tea traditions in Dali, make rose cakes

What you get

  • Sichuan Opera Performance with Face-Changing
  • 11 Nights’ Accommodation in Selected Hotels and Boutique Properties, Based on Twin/Double Occupancy
  • Lunch
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast

About this experience

See a different side of China on this 12-day small-group journey through Yunnan to Chengdu, limited to just eight travelers. Explore the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest, experience Bai tea traditions in Dali, make rose cakes in Xizhou, and discover Naxi village life near Lijiang. Walk through Shaxi on the historic Tea Horse Road, then continue to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Tiger Leaping Gorge, and the Tibetan highlands of Shangri-La. The journey ends in Chengdu with giant pandas, local teahouse culture, and Sichuan Opera. Old towns, dramatic landscapes, regional flavors, and hands-on cultural encounters come together in one distinctive route.

What's included

Included

  • Sichuan Opera Performance with Face-Changing
  • 11 Nights’ Accommodation in Selected Hotels and Boutique Properties, Based on Twin/Double Occupancy
  • Lunch
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Pudacuo National Park Shuttle Transport
  • Domestic Flight from Shangri-La to Chengdu
  • Welcome Old-Street Food Walk in Kunming
  • Round-Trip Cableway and Scenic-Area Shuttle at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
  • High-Speed Train Ticket from Kunming to Dali
  • Rose Farm Visit and Rose Cake Making
  • All Ground Transportation and Airport Transfers
  • Naxi Family Cooking Experience
  • Entrance Fees to Attractions Shown in the Itinerary
  • Chengdu Panda Conservation Center Admission
  • Nixi Black-Pottery Workshop or Napa Lake Wetland Visit
  • Bai Three-Course Tea Ceremony

Not included

  • International Airfare to Arrival and Departure Location, plus airport tax
  • Travel Documents, Vaccinations, Visa Fees, and Travel Insurance
  • Tips and Gratuities for Guides, Drivers, Hotel Staff, and Service Personnel
  • Personal Expenses
  • Meals Not Specified in the Itinerary

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Ends at

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

Options you can book

  • 12 Days Yunnan Heritage Tour

    Pickup included

  • Single occupancy

    Single occupancy Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
cmn, en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
Nomad Unlimited Adventure

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note: this itinerary spends several nights at high elevation. Lijiang sits at roughly 2,400m and Shangri-La at roughly 3,200m, with scenic areas on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain reaching around 4,500m. Travelers with heart or lung conditions should consult a doctor before booking.
  • The tour begins in Kunming and ends in Chengdu, so separate arrival and departure flights are required.

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
288 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$5550 to $6925
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 43

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)95
Review evidence (18% weight)0
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)6
Listing quality (10% weight)94
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kunming.

How much does 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas cost?

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Prices start at $5550 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kunming usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas take?

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Plan for about 288 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kunming is not rushed.

Is 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Kunming, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 288-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas?

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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kunming can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kunming and add a light layer if any part of the 288-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does 12 Day Yunnan and Chengdu Tour to Lijiang Shangri La and Pandas start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kunming within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Kunming?

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On Outty we rank every Kunming experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour, Kunming: Walking Tour Around Green Lake and University Quarter, 1 Day Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Cave Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Kunming?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Kunming?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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