17 Days Yunnan-Tibet Overland Tour from Kunming to Lhasa

After breakfast at hotel, drive about 80km to the world-famous Stone Forest, which is reputed as “The First Wonder of the World”.

Afterwards visit a Sani village in this area of Stone Forest where the Sani people has lived for generations. Explore their lifestyle and custom here.

Then drive back to Kunming for overnight.

Morning, drive about 4 hours to Dali. Visit Dali Ancient Town, Erhai Lake, Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Monastery, which are the most popular attractions in Dali. It is the Autonomous prefecture of Bai ethnic people, where we can learn their profound and colorful cultures.

In the evening, have a cup of drink and enjoy the songs at the bar street of Dali old city(optional).

After breakfast at hotel, stroll at the ancient town to experience its artistic atmosphere. Then drive to visit Shaxi Ancient Town, which is more primitive and serene than Dali Ancient Town.

After the visit, continue drive to Lijiang Ancient Town.

Morning enjoy the sunrise of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Lijiang Ancient Town. Then visit the famous Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take the cable car to the top of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

After than, stroll through an enchanting traditional Yunnan village - Baisha Village and visit Baisha Mural - one part of Lijiang World Cultural Heritage. Move on to visit Dongba Ethnic Museum to explore the culture of Naxi ethnic people.

Morning, drive to Shangri-La. On route, stop to visit the First Bend of Yangtze River and the deepest gorge in the world - Tiger Leaping Gorge.

Morning, visit the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan - Songzanlin Monastery. Afterwards visit Bita Lake & Shudu Lake in Pudacuo National Park, which is located in one of the most biologically-diverse regions of the world.

Finally, visit a Tibetan's family to experience their local life. Try some Tibetan home-made yak and cheese.

After breakfast, drive to Feilaisi via Benzilan Town, Along the way, enjoy the stunning scenery of Baima Snow Mountain Nature Reserve. View the first bend of Jinsha River and Dongzhulin Monastery.

After breakfast, drive northward to Markam. Along the Lancang River first and then cross the provincial border - Yanjing.

Sightseeing and Activities: Dongda Pass

Accommodation: Zogang
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, head to Zogong. Drive through Dongda Pass - the highest mountain pass along the way.

Sightseeing and Activities: Bangda
Accommodation: Baxoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today drive to Baxoi. On route, stop at Bangda for a short rest.

Sightseeing and Activities: Ranwu Lake
Accommodation: Bome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today we will drive about 220km to Bome. On route, stop to visit Ranwu Lake, which is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and forests.

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Accommodation: Bayi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today drive about 220km to Bayi via Tongmai and Lulang.

Sightseeing and Activities: Draksum Tso Lake, Tsodzong Monastery
Accommodation: Lhasa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, drive to Draksum Tso Lake(also called Basum-tso) to enjoy the beautiful scenery and explore the Tsodzong Monastery.

Then drive to Lhasa directly. After arrival, have a good rest.

Sightseeing and Activities: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple

Accommodation: Lhasa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at hotel, the Lhasa tour begins with the must-see attraction – Potala Palace, the largest monastery of its type in the world and official home to Dalai Lama. Then move on to Jokhang Monastery and walk along the Barkhor Street nearby. Enjoy the local Tibetan culture here.

After breakfast at hotel, drive to visit Drepung Monastery – one of the three great monasteries in Tibet. Then move on to the largest garden in Tibet – Norbulingka and the last of the three principal Yellow Sect monasteries in Lhasa – Sera Monastery.

After all the visit, transfer back to your hotel.

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Meals: Breakfast

Explore the city at leisure until being transferred to the airport for your next destination.