Dali Family Fun

Dali Family Trip

Relaxed Pace · Tie-Dye Experience · Erhai Cycling & Farm

3 Days 2 NightsDali690 – 990 USD

3Days

2Nights

1Destinations

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FamilyBai CultureLakeside CyclingSlow Travel

Overview

Trip Overview

Designed for families with kids: one main activity a day, no early starts, and afternoon rest time. Children can tie-dye their own handkerchief in Zhoucheng, ride a family bike by Erhai Lake, and feed animals on a farm.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Zhoucheng Tie-Dye: Kids Make Their Own Handkerchief
✓Erhai Ecological Corridor: Family Bike Ride
✓Xizhou Ancient Town: Rice Fields & Bai Houses
✓Dali Ancient Town: Easy Stroll & Craft Shops
✓Farm Experience: Feed Animals & Pick Vegetables
✓Bai Three-Course Tea: Fun Welcome Ritual
✓Picnic by Erhai Lake: Relaxed Family Time

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYDali

Day 1 Arrival & Easy Stroll in the Ancient Town

BreakfastNot included · Not included, arrange based on arrival time

MorningArrive in Dali, private transfer to hotel for check-in, take a short rest to adjust to the high-altitude climate.

LunchIncluded · Ancient town restaurant · Includes Bai home-style dishes

AfternoonWalk through Dali Ancient Town, from the South Gate Tower to Wuhua Tower; kids can try craft shops or taste flower cakes.

DinnerIncluded · Ancient town Bai restaurant · Includes Three-Course Tea performance

EveningDinner at a Bai restaurant in the ancient town, then watch a Bai Three-Course Tea performance; return to the hotel early for rest.

TransportPrivate car + walkingStayDali Ancient Town 4-star hotel

2DAYDali

Day 2 Tie-Dye Experience & Erhai Cycling

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Includes buffet breakfast

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Zhoucheng Village and visit the Puzhen Tie-Dye Museum; kids make a tie-dye handkerchief under the guidance of an intangible cultural heritage inheritor.

LunchIncluded · Lakeside picnic · Includes simple picnic meal

AfternoonGo to the Erhai Ecological Corridor for a family bike ride (about 1 hour); take a picnic break on the lakeside lawn along the way.

DinnerIncluded · Ancient town restaurant · Includes Bai-style flavors

EveningReturn to the ancient town for dinner, free time to relax at the hotel pool or garden.

TransportPrivate car + bicycleStayDali Ancient Town 4-star hotel

3DAYDali

Day 3 Xizhou Farm & Departure

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Includes buffet breakfast

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Xizhou Ancient Town to visit Bai-style houses and taste Xizhou baba; then go to a nearby farm where kids can feed small animals and pick vegetables.

LunchIncluded · Xizhou farm restaurant · Includes farm-style dishes

AfternoonTake a walk and photos by the Xizhou rice fields, then transfer to the airport or station according to departure time, ending the family trip.

DinnerNot included · Not included, arrange based on departure time

EveningIf the flight is later, you can buy souvenirs in the ancient town before heading to the airport/train station.

TransportPrivate carStayNone (departure)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Dali	4-star hotel in Dali Ancient Town	4-star	Standard Twin Room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Dali Ancient Town

A historic ancient town ideal for a relaxed family stroll.

Zhoucheng Tie-dye

A hands-on tie-dye experience venue for children.

Erhai Ecological Corridor

A lakeside scenic route for family cycling and picnics.

Xizhou Ancient Town

Rice fields, Bai-style residences and farm experiences.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Children's Bai Handicraft Class	Dali	Bai paper-cutting or dough figurine experience, suitable for children aged 5-12.	CNY	Price upon request	Advance reservation required
Family Photo Shoot	Dali	Local photographer follows and shoots family photos, including retouching.	CNY	Price upon request	Scheduled subject to weather

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Private car and driver service throughout the trip
2 nights' accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Dali Ancient Town (breakfast included)
Admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
Materials and instruction fee for the Zhoucheng tie-dye experience
Parent-child bicycle rental and picnic
Lunches and dinners marked in the itinerary
Chinese driver-guide or English-speaking guide service

Not Included

Round-trip major transportation to and from Dali
Personal expenses and optional activities outside the itinerary
Hotel single room supplement
Additional expenses due to force majeure such as weather
Travel accident insurance
Tips for guide and driver
Meals not marked in the itinerary
Personal shopping and alcoholic/beverage drinks

Notes

Good to Know

This itinerary is designed for families with children, and departure time can be adjusted according to children's schedules.
Please inform us in advance of children's ages and dietary restrictions so that suitable activities can be arranged.
In high-altitude areas, pay attention to sun protection and hydration; activity intensity should be based on children's physical stamina.

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