Yunnan Stone Forest & Terrace Tour
- Tour Code: ST-KJY-05
- Time: 5 Days
- Accommodation: 4 Nights(4+ stars Hotel)
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Itinerary
Day 1：Kunming
● Kunming – Downtown Lake Park – Suburban Forest Park
● 4+ Stars Hotel
● None
Welcome to Yunnan!
Morning/Afternoon: Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and rest. Later, explore Cuihu park in downtown Kunming, where seasonal blooms and migratory birds (e.g., black-headed gulls from November to March) create a serene urban oasis. Stroll along winding pathways, admire traditional pavilions, and interact with local residents enjoying tai chi or folk music.
Evening: Visit a forested mountain park on the city’s outskirts, known for its lush trails and panoramic views of the plateau. Hike to a historic overlook or ancient temple nestled in the greenery, where mist often lingers over the valleys below.
Travel Tip: Wear comfortable walking shoes for park trails; carry a light jacket (15–20°C in spring).
Day 2: Stone Forest Area
● Kunming – Stone Forest Area (Private Car, 2hrs) – Karst Landscape Exploration
● 4+ Stars Hotel
● Breakfast
Morning:Depart Kunming for the UNESCO-listed karst wonderland, a vast expanse of limestone peaks shaped by millions of years of erosion. Take a scenic tram through the "Boulder Forest," marveling at spires, caves, and natural arches that form a labyrinthine landscape.
Afternoon:Explore the iconic stone formations resembling mythical figures or natural sculptures, including the legendary "Ashima Rock," a symbol of local ethnic folklore. Learn about the geological history and indigenous Sani people’s culture through guided walks or interactive exhibits.
Evening:Dine on local specialties like stone-pot chicken or wild mushroom hotpot at a restaurant overlooking the stone forest.
Recommended Activity: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the scale of the karst peaks; visit the cultural village to watch Sani folk dances.
Travel Tip: Book tram tickets in advance to avoid queues; bring sunscreen for exposed trails.
Day 3: Jianshui Ancient City
● Stone Forest – Jianshui (Private Car, 3.5hrs) – Historic Town & Traditional Architecture
● Heritage Courtyard Inn
● Breakfast
Morning: Journey to Jianshui, a 1,200-year-old city renowned for its Ming-Qing dynasty architecture and Confucian heritage. Wander through the cobblestone streets of the old town, admiring preserved city gates, ancestral halls, and traditional courtyard homes.
Afternoon: Visit a classical garden blending Jiangnan elegance with Yunnanese craftsmanship, featuring rockeries, ponds, and intricately carved pavilions. Explore a Confucian temple complex, one of China’s largest, with ancient cypress trees and stone steles honoring scholars.
Evening: Relax at a riverside teahouse, sipping Pu’er tea while listening to traditional pipa music. Sample Jianshui’s signature dish, steam-pot chicken, cooked in a clay pot atop boiling water for tender, flavorful results.
Travel Tip: Rent a bicycle to explore the old town at your own pace; visit the Twin Dragon Bridge at sunset for golden reflections.
Day 4: Yuanyang Terraces
● Jianshui → Yuanyang Rice Terrace Area (Private Car, 4hrs) – Hani Cultural Immersion
● Local Ethnic Resort
● Breakfast
Morning: Drive through misty mountain roads to Yuanyang, a UNESCO site where terraced rice fields cascade like "earth’s fingerprints" across the slopes. Stop at overlooks to photograph the terraces glowing in morning light, often shrouded in ethereal fog.
Afternoon: Trek through Hani ethnic villages, where traditional thatched-roof homes (mushroom houses) cling to the hillsides. Visit a craft workshop to learn about Hani embroidery, bamboo weaving, or indigo dyeing. Interact with locals in a village market, sampling snacks like sour soup fish or sticky rice cakes.
Evening: Dine at a resort with panoramic terrace views, savoring Hani cuisine under starry skies.
Recommended Activity: Join a guided hike at dawn to Multicolored Terrace, where sunlight paints the water in hues of gold and pink.
Travel Tip: Wear layered clothing for temperature changes (10–18°C); carry a rain poncho for spring showers.
Day 5: Kunming
Included & Excluded
- El precio se basa en que dos personas comparten una habitación doble. Si prefiere una habitación individual, comuníquese con nosotros para obtener una cotización.
- Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
Price Includes:
- Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide
- Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
- Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
- Lunches as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and high-speed train tickets
- One travel accident insurance per person
Cancellation Policy
We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
- Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
- 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
- 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
- 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
- 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
- 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure
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What Our Clients Say?
Based on 10,000+ traveler reviews
Daniel Dorothea
Canada
Reviewed on April 29,2025
Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
Destination(s):
Shanghai
Date of
Experience:
May 08,2024
Elvis Eva
Canada
Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories.
Massive thanks for handling all logistics—bullet train tickets, entry passes, car! And the 4-star hotels surprised me.
Destination(s):
Beijing Xian Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Date of
Experience:
June 02,2025
Simon
America
Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic!
Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale.
For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return.
A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
Destination(s):
Zhangjiajie
Date of
Experience:
May 08,2025
