Your journey at a glance
The experience
A 14-day private journey through Chengdu → Xichang → Dali → Shaxi. Discover Chengdu’s giant pandas, Chengdu tea & neighborhood life, Xichang lakeside days.
Moments to look forward to
- Chengdu’s giant pandas
- Chengdu tea & neighborhood life
- Xichang lakeside days
- Dali & Erhai Lake
- Xizhou’s Bai heritage
- Shaxi on the Tea Horse Road
Route & places
- 01Chengdu
- 02Xichang
- 03Dali
- 04Shaxi
A glimpse of the journey
Day by day
This is a customisable itinerary outline. The written booking confirmation determines the final programme and inclusions.
Day 1–3Chengdu
Chengdu’s giant pandas · Chengdu tea & neighborhood life
Plan an early visit to observe giant pandas in their managed habitat. Keep a respectful distance and allow time to explore at an easy pace. Enjoy a teahouse pause, stroll traditional lanes and discover Sichuan flavors with spice levels adapted to your preference.
Day 4–6Xichang
Xichang lakeside days
Discover Qionghai Lake and local Yi cultural perspectives, combining gentle waterside walks with regional food.
Day 7–10Dali
Dali & Erhai Lake · Xizhou’s Bai heritage
Discover Bai village architecture and lake views beneath the Cangshan Mountains. Keep time for a relaxed waterfront walk. Explore painted Bai courtyards, village markets and rural lanes. A tie-dye or household visit can be arranged with a local host.
Day 11–14Shaxi old town
Shaxi on the Tea Horse Road
Walk Sideng Square and old trading lanes, meet village hosts and enjoy the gentler rhythm of this historic caravan town. Enjoy any available free time before your arranged airport or station transfer. Departure timing is coordinated with your confirmed ticket.
Services & arrangements
Arrange in your proposal
Private local transfers, guide language, accommodation, listed admissions and any intercity transport are itemised in your final proposal. Meals and workshops are included only where expressly listed.
Confirm separately
International flights, visas, travel insurance, personal purchases, single-room supplements and optional activities are not assumed included. Cancellation terms, accessibility and any specialist-service fees must be agreed before payment.
Before you travel
Travel days are part of the itinerary. Rail schedules, hotel nights, attraction reservations and the final sequence are confirmed in your written proposal.
