8 Days Yunnan Golf Tour to Kunming, Lijiang, Shangri La

• Arrival & Transfer:
  Upon arriving in Kunming, the "Spring City of China," you will be greeted by your guide at the airport or train station. From there, you’ll be transferred to Kunming Spring City Golf & Lake Resort, one of China’s premier golf destinations. Check into your luxurious accommodation and relax.

• Suggested Arrival Options:
  You can arrive in Kunming via direct flights from over 110 domestic and international cities, including Hong Kong, Singapore, San Francisco, Tokyo, London, and Los Angeles. Alternatively, high-speed trains from major cities like Chengdu, Chongqing, and Shanghai offer easy access.

• Evening at Leisure:
  Spend your evening relaxing at the resort, perhaps enjoying a casual walk around the picturesque grounds or a nice dinner at the resort.

• Morning: Play Golf at Kunming Spring City Golf & Lake Resort – Mountain Course
  After breakfast, head to the Mountain Course at Kunming Spring City Golf & Lake Resort. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this 18-hole course offers amazing views of Yang Zonghai Lake and the surrounding hills. The course is set on high ground, allowing you to enjoy the natural landscape while challenging your golfing skills.

• Afternoon: Visit Stone Forest
  After your golf round, you’ll be picked up from the course and driven to the Stone Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Famous for its karst formations, the forest stretches across 12 square kilometers of jagged stone peaks.

• Greater Stone Forest: Walk through the maze of towering stone pinnacles and admire the panoramic views.

• Lesser Stone Forest: Visit the iconic “Ashima” stone, a natural rock formation that resembles a young woman. Enjoy the lovely surrounding greenery and hear the romantic legend of Ashima.

• Return to Kunming Spring City Golf & Lake Resort:
  After your visit to Stone Forest, return to the resort for an overnight stay. Enjoy a relaxing evening at leisure.

Morning: Play Golf at Kunming Spring City Golf & Lake Resort – Lake Course
This morning, enjoy a round at the Lake Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. Situated along the Yang Zonghai Lake, this 18-hole course is known for its narrow fairways, tricky water hazards, and stunning lake views.

After lunch drive back to Kunming and visit Yuantong Temple which is the biggest Buddhist shrine in Kunming. It was originally built over 1000 years ago during the Tang Dynasty. After two restorations and expansions in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the temple took on its present appearance, with covered corridors, bridges and grand halls.

Visit the Flower and Birds Market in the late afternoon.
Take the speed train to Dali.

• Morning: High-Speed Train to Lijiang
  After breakfast, board a high-speed train from Kunming to Lijiang (approx. 3 hours). Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel in the heart of Lijiang Old Town.

• Afternoon: Explore Lijiang Old Town & Dongba Culture Museum
  Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its Naxi culture and well-preserved architecture. Walk through the narrow alleys, visit Mufu Palace (often referred to as the "Mini Forbidden City"), and take in the traditional Naxi architecture.
  Next, visit the Dongba Culture Museum to learn about the mysterious Dongba culture of the Naxi people.
  Finally, enjoy the peaceful Black Dragon Pool Park, where you can take in views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

• Overnight in Lijiang:
  Stay in the charming Lijiang Old Town, where you can explore the lively streets or enjoy a relaxing dinner.

In the morning you'll visitGanhaizi Meadow, Baishui(White Water) River; take the chairlift to visit the Spruce Meadow of the Yulong Snow Mountain, which stretches a length of 35 kilometers (22 miles) and a width of 20 kilometers (13 miles). Looking from Lijiang Old Town in the south which is 15 kilometers (nine miles) away, the snow-covered and fog-enlaced mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence, the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

After the Spruce Meadow, you will play the golf at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golf Club, which is well-known as the highest golf course in Asia. Situated in Ganhaizi at the eastern foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, this golf course was open to the public in October 2001.

You will attend the Naxi Orchestral Show in Dongba Palace at night.

From Lijiang, you'll drive about 60KM to the First Bend on the Yangtze River with imposing gorge scenery, and the Iron Chain Bridge in the Stone Drum town. The town of Stone Drum got its name from a large, cylindrical, marble tablet shaped like a drum. The scenery is magnificent as the road running through the Lijiang valley which is filled with wheat fields and drying haystacks.

Continue the driving 40KM more to visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. With 34 rapids of the Yangtze River, it is called the Jinsha in this area because you can find gold in the river. Afternoon, you will drive back to Lijiang.

• Morning: Visit First Bend of Yangtze River
  After breakfast, drive to Shigu Town, where you’ll witness the First Bend of the Yangtze River. This dramatic 180-degree turn in the river is a breathtaking sight, set against the backdrop of Hailuo Mountain.

• Afternoon: Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge
  Next, drive to Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest and most scenic river canyons in the world. Walk along the plank road to the famous Tiger Leaping Rock and enjoy the magnificent views of the river as it surges between the two towering mountain ranges.

• Drive to Shangri-La:
  After your visit to the gorge, continue your journey to Shangri-La (Zhongdian), a place of pristine natural beauty. On the way, enjoy the captivating landscapes.

• Overnight in Shangri-La:
  Check into your hotel in Shangri-La and enjoy some free time to explore the city at your leisure.

• Morning: Visit Songzanlin Monastery
  After breakfast, visit Songzanlin Monastery, the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan, often referred to as the "Little Potala Palace." Learn about Tibetan culture and Buddhism as you explore the monastery and its impressive architecture.

• Afternoon: Explore Pudacuo National Park
  Next, drive to Pudacuo National Park, China’s first national park to meet the International Union for Conservation of Nature standards. The park is renowned for its diverse ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and lakes. Enjoy leisurely walks and stunning views of the pristine landscape.

• Local Tibetan Family Visit:
  Experience the hospitality of the Tibetan people with a visit to a local Tibetan family. Try butter tea and traditional Tibetan snacks, and learn about their daily life and culture.

• Overnight in Shangri-La:
  Return to your hotel in Shangri-La for a relaxing evening.

In the morning you will be free until you take the flight for returning. Transfer to airport, drop off and see off. Service ends.

• Free Morning:
  Enjoy a relaxing morning in Shangri-La. You can explore Dukezong Old Town or simply take in the peaceful atmosphere.

• Departure:
  In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport or train station for your onward journey. You can return to Lijiang, Kunming, or travel to another destination such as Chengdu or Lhasa.