Lijiang 2-Day Private Tour to Stone Drum Town, Liming Scenic Area & Tacheng Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve

Tour Highlights
• Stop at Stone Drum Town for a stunning view of the First Bend of the Yangtze River
• Visit Liming Scenic Area, a red sandstone karst mountain landscape, the highest of its kind in China
• Watch Yunnan snub-nosed monkey, the most endangered of China's three snub-nosed monkey species
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland round-trip transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
• Accommodation at Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel located inside the nature reserve

Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Day 1 Pick up from hotels in Lijiang, Stone Drum Town, Liming Scenic Area, Drive to Tacheng
• Day 2 Visit Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Drive back to your hotel in Lijiang

Hotels & Meals
• 1 night of accommodation at Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel, Tacheng
• Daily hotel breakfast included, lunch & dinner on your own

Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you have booked your own hotel, if you want to stay at other hotels or if you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact us by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour for you.

Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
• Prices are based on sharing in double/twin/triple room at proposed hotels.
• S/S (Single Supplement) fee is charged for staying at single room.
• S/S fee for less than 10 adult travelers: USD30; S/S fee for over 10 adult travelers: USD26.

Price Inclusions
• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast at hotel
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• All government taxes

Price Exclusions
• Your personal expenses.
• Lunches & dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.

Additional Info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• Advice on Meals: Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on authentic local food.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the scheduled departure date, will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made within 22 - 30 days will incur a 10% fee.
• Cancellations made within 15 - 21 days will incur a 30% fee.
• Cancellations made within 8 - 14 days will incur a 50% fee.
• Cancellations made within 0 - 7 days will not receive a refund.
• After the tour has commenced, there is no refund for canceled services due to non-participation, missed days on tours.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
• GoGrandChina private tours are more flexible, allowing you to adjust everything on your trip to your wishes.
• GoGrandChina tour guides will be at your service to make sure you get the most from each destination. They are there for you and are responsible for making your journey special – and your needs always come first.
• GoGrandChina offers comfortable and luxury vehicles with a private & experienced driver who’s always by your side and ready to take you to your next destination.
• No shopping stops & factory visits, no chance of getting ripped off.
• No hidden costs, rest assured that there are no nasty surprises.

Know Before You Go
• Keep your passport on you constantly. It might be needed to buy entrance tickets.
• Add us on WeChat (+86-18309280878) or WhatsApp (+86-18309280878) to reach GGC service staff at anytime.
• Pick-up time, guide's name & contact information will be confirmed by WhatsApp, WeChat or email.
• Your guide will hold GoGrandChina welcome sign with your name, waiting at the appointed meeting place.
• Meals are not included; please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
• Please note that if you book accommodation on Airbnb, you may not be picked up and dropped off at the door.
• We provide up to 20 minutes of waiting. If you don’t show up and cannot be contacted, this tour will be cancelled and you will receive no refund.

Day 1 Pick up from Hotels in Lijiang, Stone Drum Town, Liming Scenic Area, Drive to Tacheng
Your private guide will be holding GoGrandChina pick-up sign and waiting for you in your hotel lobby (or other appointed meeting place) at the appointed time. You will be transferred to Stone Drum Town in a comfortable private vehicle (about 52km). Stop at Stone Drum Town for a stunning view of the First Bend of the Yangtze River. It is named so because the Yangtze River takes a sudden turn for over 180 degree, and runs to northeast, forming a huge V-shaped bay. Stone Drum Town is one of the famous ancient town at the river bank of the upper reaches of Yangtze River. As there is a drum-shaped stone tablet carved with white marble, hence the name of the town. Continue driving to Liming Scenic Area, a red sandstone karst mountain landscape. These beautiful layered peaks are some of the highest of their kind in China. People inhabited here are Lisu minority, they are still keep their traditional dress, language, daily lifestyle. Drive to Tacheng Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve.

Meals Included: No meals
Hotel: Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel, Tacheng

Day 2 Visit Yunnan Snub-Nosed Monkey Nature Reserve, Drive back to your hotel in Lijiang
Hike the entire loop connecting all the feeding sites in the morning. Watch rangers feeding the monkeys from 09:00 to 09:30. Feeding time continues till 11:00. Then the monkeys would gradually move further up the mountain in search of more food. The Yunnan snub-nosed monkey is the most endangered of China's three snub-nosed monkey species. The long, shaggy coat is mainly black on the back, arms and legs and white on the front. White hair is also present on the flanks and this is particularly long on the adult males. The lips are a deep pink, whilst the face is paler and there are yellowish-grey hairs on the shoulders. These monkeys get their common name for their unusual noses; the nasal bones are absent and the nostrils are upturned. Young ones are born white but become grey over several months. Transfer back to your accommodation in Lijiang (about 180km/112 miles).

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel

Friendly Tips
• You may fly from Lijiang to Kunming, Chengdu or Xian
• You may travel from Lijiang to Shangri-La by car (about 220km)
• Please feel free to contact your GGC service staff if you want to book discount flight & train tickets.