Shaxi Ancient Town: Cobblestone Streets & Real Tea Horse Vibe

Skip the commercialized chaos of Lijiang and head here. Two hours is enough to wander the Sideng Market square and grab a coffee at one of the small, local-run spots. The architecture is legitimately historic, not a theme park recreation. Aim for a Friday if you want to catch the weekly market day. It’s quiet, authentic, and honestly, a bit slow. Bring cash for local snacks and skip the expensive guided tours.

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2-Days Self-Guided tour from Dali to Lijiang and overnight in Shaxi old town

Price: from $205

4-Day Private Tour from Dali to Lijiang and overnight in Shaxi

Price: from $840

Eat Your Way Through Yunnan's Tea & Horse Road, from Dali to Lijiang, 8-day Trip

★4.6(13)

Price: from $2200

All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaxi Ancient Town from Dali

Price: from $213.34

9 days Ancient Town Tour

★5.0(25)

Price: from $1758

7 Days Yunnan Charming Old Town Tour

★5.0(3)

Price: from $1820

2-Day tour of Shaxi and Tiger Leaping Gorge from Dali/Lijiang

Price: from $384

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Lijiang