In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Dali Ancient Town and taken to the meeting point. Then we will begin our tour around Erhai lake. Erhai literally translated means “Ear sea”, because it’s shaped like an ear. Erhai is also called “the Mother Lake”, because Dali city and Bai ethnic culture evolved around the lake.
The first stop on the way is Xizhou old town, where you can see Bai-style traditional architecture. Wander through the town and visit exquisitely well preserved old Bai-style traditional courtyards and feel in a different world as you explore the Bai minority’s distinctive culture. Xizhou is a small town with a long history, dating back thousands years, when it was an ancient economic hub along the tea-horse road. In Xizhou you definitely have to try a popular local snack, called Xizhou Baba, a delicious crispy sweet or savory baked pancake. The second stop is Haishe park, where you can relax from the bustling town and enjoy the tranquil lake scenery.
Around noon we will arrive in Wase, a small town where you have an amazing panoramic view of Dali Ancient Town from afar. This town is the religious and cultural center of east Erhai.
After lunch, we will continue to Haidong where you can see wetlands and Jinsuo island. Jinsuo Island used to be a summer retreat for the King of Dali Kingdom, but now it has become a small fishing village. Afterwards we will slowly return back to Dali Ancient Town.
Points of Interest
- Dali
- Guided by experienced private English-speaking professionals
- Meals for driver and tour guide included
- Daily refreshment with 2 bottles of local water per person
- Assistance anytime with 24/7 English customer service
- All government taxes covered
- Comfortable transportation with skilled driver throughout the tour
- Lunch and Dinner
- Shopping
- Chinese visa
- Personal expenses;
- Domestic and international flights
- Tourist bus / minibus transportation between airport / train station
- Personal Travel Accident Insurance.
- Tips for drivers and guides, highly appreciated but not requested
- Things not mentioned in this itinerary
Embark on a journey commencing at Dali Ancient Town, followed by an exciting excursion around Erhai Lake by car. During this trip, we will get to see the Three Pagodas at Chongsheng Temple, enjoy Xizhou Baba in a picturesque old town, and explore the cradle of Bai ethnic culture. Join us for a day of witnessing sunny wetlands, towering mountains, tranquil temples, peaceful islands, historical settlements, traditional fishermen, and an abundance of birds.
• Erhai lake: Discover the second largest freshwater lake in Yunnan
• The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple: A thousand-year-old landmark of Dali.
• Xizhou: Admire the Bai-style traditional architecture in the historic tea-horse road.
• Wase: Visit one of the beginning points of Bai culture, located on the eastern side of Erhai lake.
• Haidong: Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and wetlands surrounding Erhai lake.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
