Private Day Tour to Shaxi Ancient Town from Dali: A Scenic Journey through History
Da Li Bai Zu Zi Zhi Zhou
Embark on a private day tour from Dali to Shaxi Ancient Town. Explore the historic Tea Horse Road Town, admire ancient buildings and stone bridges, and immerse yourself in the local Bai culture. Includes entrance fee, lunch, and hotel transfers.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dali Ancient City - Meet your private guide in hotel’s lobby in Dali, heading directly to Shaxi Ancient Town which takes about 2 hours. Sit back and enjoy the sceneries along the way.
  • Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town - Shaxi Ancient Town, used to be an important and prosperous hub along the ancient Tea Horse Road which refers to the international trade route with the caravan as the main means of transportation. It is one of the world’s 100 most endangered sites listed by the World Monuments Fund is a place where you can breathe in fresh air around-the-clock. The village has a long history that can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States period (770 BC-221BC).

Now there still remains ancient buildings, stone bridges, ancients roads and streets as a record of the once glory and vicissitude of the its past.

  • Xingjiao Temple, Shaxi - Upon arrival, follow your tour guide to explore. Stroll around the Sifang street, if you come on Friday, you will experience the local trading fair: mountain villagers come down from the hills with their horses to trade their goods.

Next, you will pay a visit to the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644 AD) Xingjiao Temple. It is the largest and most representative Buddhist Tantra temple in China. The well-preserved murals of Ming Dynasty in the temple are deeply influenced by the painting style of the Central Plains in China and have rich local ethnic characteristics. They are the treasures of the Bai People in the southwestern China. Your tour guide will offer more information and facts about the Buddhism in China.

Continue to explore the Ancient Opera Stage and Yuxi Bridge. After lunch in the the local restaurant, you can choose to end your tour in Shaxi, heading to Lijiang or return Dali.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Escape the bustle of the city and discover the ancient Tea Horse Road Town at Shaxi outside of Dali on this double-duty, full-day excursion. After the convenient hotel pick up, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, discover the ancient buildings, stone bridges, ancients roads and streets at Shaxi Ancient Town. Learn its history and background from your tour guide, and experience the quaint lives of local Bai People. This private tour including entrance fee, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers. You can choose to end your tour in Shaxi, Lijiang or return Dali.

Location
Dali Ancient City
苍屏街
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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