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18-Day Daoism Tour

Tour Code:TE-CTD-1801
Start in:Chengdu
End in: Shanghai
Destinations:Chengdu → Qingchen Shan → Lijiang → Lhasa → Shanghai
Day 1  Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu.
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Day 2  Chengdu
In the morning we will visit we will visit beautiful Bai Hua Park where Mark will lead us in Morning Tai Ji and Qigong. Locals often join our group and practice along with us. After breakfast we will visit the famous Qingyang (Green Sheep) Temple (named after a famous bronze statue of a sheep with characteristics of all 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac.) Dinner will be a Hot Pot Banquet, a Sichuan specialty.
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Day 3  Chengdu
In the morning we will visit the Panda Research Center; photograph Giant Pandas and the smaller Red Pandas and their adorable babies. (you must make a donation to hold the baby pandas) After lunch we will visit San Xing Dui to learn about the 3,000 year old Shu culture. The stunning and mysterious archeological discoveries of San Xing Dui and the Jin Sha Ruins, as well as the artistry of ancient Shu brocade and the copper/bronze masks discovered near Chengdu remain are one of the world’s profound mysteries. Dinner will be a Banquet of famous Sichuan cuisine followed by an evening at the famous Sichuan Opera, including the incredible mask changing show.
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Day 4  Mt. Qingcheng
Azure City Mountain - Qingcheng Shan; Ride Scenic Cable Car; Ferry on Yuecheng Lake; hike to Tianshi Dong Temple; Daoist Banquet; Lodging in the comfortable temple guesthouse beneath the spreading branches of a sacred 1,000 year old ginkgo tree.
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Day 5  Mt. Qingcheng
Early morning Qigong in the temple courtyard followed by free time to explore the mountain trails and temples. Special afternoon Chinese Calligraphy class by Mark is always a highlight of our trips. Even the local Chinese are fascinated by the evolution of their writing. Our group will enjoy participating in a traditional Daoist Tea Ceremony. Banquet Daoist Dinner then evening discourse and sharing.
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Day 6  Lijiang
Morning Qigong in Temple courtyard, then we leisurely journey to the foot of the mountain. Return to Chengdu. Short evening flight to Lijiang.
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Day 7  Lijiang
Lijiang is one of the most charming old towns in China with the spectacular Jade Dragon Snow mountain looming above it. Lijiang has the best preserved wooden city of anywhere in China (UN declared the town a World Heritage Site). The market is known for its fabulous Yunnan teas and lovely ethnic crafts. We will visit the Dongba Museum and beautiful Black Dragon Pool. In the evening we will enjoy a traditional Naxi concert.
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Day 8  Lijiang
Morning Qigong followed by exploring the beauty of Lijiang including Baisha Village, Yufeng Si and Yak Meadow.
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Day 9  Shangri-La
Beautiful drive to Shangri-La through the magical landscape of northern Yunnan We will stay at the Shangri-La Songtsam Hotel, formerly a traditional Tibetan style residence situated near the Songtsam Lama Temple founded by the 5th Dalai Lama.
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Day 10  Shangri-La
After morning qigong, we will visit a traditional Tibetan village, be welcomed as guests in a Tibetan home (larger tour operators can only dream of this) and learn about their traditional lifestyle. Evening discussion. In the afternoon we will do a walking tour of Shangri-La old town.
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Day 11  Tibet
After morning qigong we will drive to beautiful Bita Lake then on to explore the countryside and local farming community.
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Day 12  Lhasa
Fly to Lhasa, Tibet: one of the most spectacular places on earth. Lodging in a beautiful Tibetan style hotel near the heart of Lhasa and Jorkang Temple, the most sacred temple in Tibet. We will acclimate to our surroundings and stroll to the Barkor, the pilgrim's circuit and 1,000 year old bazaar.
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Day 13  Lhasa
In the morning we will visit the Tibetan Traditional Hospital and learn about this ancient and sophisticated healing modality. In the afternoon we will visit the Sera Monastery, where the monks debate Buddhism in an open courtyard. Late afternoon we visit the Tibetan Orphanage we adopted. In the evening we will enjoy a Tibetan Dance performance.
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Day 14  Potala
Tour the Potala, one of the architectural wonders of the world and tour a Tibetan Carpet Factory and learn about Yak culture and traditional weaving.
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Day 15  Lhasa
Free day to explore Lhasa and the surrounding area on your own.
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Day 16  Shanghai
Depart for Shanghai. We will stay at a hotel in old Shanghai, close to famous YuYuan Garden and YuYuan Bazaar with lovely tea houses.
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Day 17  Shanghai
After morning Qigong we will explore the Daoist, City God's Temple and the Shanghai Museum. In the afternoon we will have free time to explore Shanghai, do a bit of shopping and prepare for our departure to the US in the morning. Farewell Banquet will be followed by a spectacular evening boat ride on the Huang Po River.
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Day 18  Shanghai
In the morning we will have our last Qigong class. We will depart off.
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