Yunnan has abundant resources of World Heritage sites. Based on its diverse topography and advantageous natural resources, Yunnan has the largest nature reserves in China. By the end of 2012, there had been 158 nature reserves in China.

Over 85% of Yunnan's rare wild animals and plants are effectively protected in nature reserve areas. These reserves feature distinctive biological systems, historical relics, and endangered plants and animals highly valued for tourism and scientific research.

In this tour, you will visit Lijiang Old Town, which was declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1997 due to its centuries-old history, rich cultural relics and historic sites, and brilliant ethnic cultures.
The city is well-known for its layout and water system. Crystal clear water flows through many houses in three major separate rivers. Thus, the view is described as “rivers surrounding every house and pillows in front of every family.”

Ordinary dwellings in the ancient city were mainly two-story wooden buildings designed in a courtyard with houses on three sides and a screen wall on one side, forming five patios.

Smaller towns, such as Baisha and Yuhu villages, are also less visited but worthwhile. The essence of those small towns is the residents, the Naxi people. Walking along the road of mottled slabs in the city, Naxi women wearing loose gowns with dark-colored vests, plaited aprons in front, and goatskin capes on their backs are eye-catching scenes every day.