Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna
11 nights - 12 days
Kunming Yanrui International Travel Agency Co., Ltd.

Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna
11 nights and 12 days

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Yunnan travel itinerary 12 days

Day 1

Welcome to Yunnan. — Arrival in Kunming.
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 1
Our team is ready to pick you up:
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Kunming South Railway Station
(Note: Please double-check whether your luggage is included when issuing your ticket)
Our team will take you to your hotel and help you with check-in.
itinerary
You can visit the [Cuihu Park] and [Army Military Academy] on your own.
Visit the campus where the revolutionary predecessors such as Zhu De and Ye Jianying studied diligently, the Cuihu Park where you can jog and stroll in the morning, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the park with green trees, waves at the center of the buildings, and a pleasant environment.
Reflect on the glorious days of the past.
Or visit [Jinma Biji Square], Jinma Biji Square is located at the confluence of Sanshi Street and Jinbi Road in the center of Kunming.
It is 12 meters high and 18 meters wide, with exquisite carved beams and picturesque buildings.
The Square is near Jinma Mountain and is named Jinma Square, and the West Square is near Biji Mountain and is named Biji Square, which is a symbol of Kunming.
The Golden Horse Beef House was built during the Decade of the Ming Dynasty and has a history of nearly 400 years.

Kunming Green Lake Park

Your Trip To Yunnan China Starts Here

Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Green Lake Park (翠湖公园) is a scenic area located in the central part of Kunming city, Yunnan Province, at the western foot of the Wuhua Mountain.
Cuihu Park is surrounded by lush water on all sides, with bamboo lush throughout the year and willows lush in spring and summer, hence the name 'Green Lake Park'.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: not included
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Kunming
Reference hotel
Campanile Hotel Kunming, Atour Hotel Kunming,
Wyndham Kunming Hotel, Regal Riverside Hotel Kunming
Tips
1. After you check in to the hotel, pay attention to rest and prepare your physical energy. Especially for guests who are going to the plateau for the first time, please pay attention not to engage in strenuous activities or excessive drinking. Guests can taste Yunnan snacks by themselves.
2. When registering, please leave your mobile phone number during the tour, so that we can contact you and ensure that you can be received at the first time.
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Jinma Biji Fang
金马碧鸡坊

Jinma Biji Fang Jinma Biji Fang Jinma Biji Fang

Jinma Biji Fang
金马碧鸡坊

Day 2

Shilin - Stay at Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 2 Shilin (Stone Forest) - Stay at Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
itinerary
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, take a bus to the national 5A scenic spot, the Stone Forest Scenic Area (the scenic area electric car is not included, 25 yuan/person).
The Stone Forest is a famous symbol of Kunming, with promotional posters found everywhere at the airport and train station (the classic old movie 'Ashima' features this place).
As a natural wonder of the world, the stones in the Stone Forest are filled with spirit.
When others go to see the stones alone, all they see are the rugged rocks.
You will have a seasoned guide to take you closer to the Stone Forest, where a magnificent ukiyo-e painting will unfold before you.
Imagine here is the 'Madame Tussauds Wax Museum' rather than the Stone Forest, with various flying birds and terrestrial animals, portraits of different characters, soldiers from the battlefield, and the four travelers from 'Journey to the West'.
The most beautiful of all is the statue of 'Ashi Ma', and you will find that they are all lifelike, with a soul embedded within.
After finishing, check in to the Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel to soak in the hot springs.
Dear guests, please prepare your swimsuits in advance!
welcome to stone forest Yunnan
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Stone Forest or Shilin
石林风景区

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Stone Forest or Shilin
石林风景区

The Stone Forest or Shilin The Stone Forest or Shilin The Stone Forest or Shilin

Stone Forest or Shilin
石林风景区

The Stone Forest or Shilin The Stone Forest or Shilin The Stone Forest or Shilin

Stone Forest or Shilin
石林风景区

Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
Tips
Today we check out in Kunming. Please pack your luggage in advance, and check out at the hotel front desk after breakfast.
Dinosaur Valley is a hot spring hotel, so please prepare your swimwear in advance.
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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
恐龙谷温泉酒店

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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
恐龙谷温泉酒店

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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
恐龙谷温泉酒店

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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
恐龙谷温泉酒店

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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
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Dinosaur Valley Hot Spring Hotel
恐龙谷温泉酒店

Day 3

Dali - Shuanglang - Jinsuo Island - Dragon Palace - Xizhou Ancient Town - Stay in Dali
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 3 Dali - Shuanglang - Jinsuo Island - Dragon Palace - Xizhou Ancient Town - Stay in Dali
itinerary
After breakfast, we are going to Dali and then arrive at Shuanglang Ancient Town.
The scenery of Dali is in Cang'er, and the scenery of Cang'er is in Shuanglang.
The scenery of Shuanglang is a place that will not disappoint.
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Shuanglang
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Shuanglang
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Shuanglang
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Shuanglang
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Shuanglang
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itinerary
Afterwards, take a bus to Jinsuo Island and take a ferry to visit the beautiful Dali Royal Summer Palace - Deng'er Lake Jinsuo Island: Cruise (round-trip ferry) (excluding electric scooters 20/person).
After lunch, head to the Dragon Palace, which has the longest and most beautiful water cave in China.
By boat, you can enjoy the fantastic scenery of stalactites and the reflection of pond water.
The scenery inside the cave is like a brilliant night sky.
Head to the famous mountain near Lijiang, and then go to Xizhou Ancient Town, where Cangshan Erhai Lake and golden wheat fields complement each other, forming a poetic picture of "blue tiles and white walls reflecting blue waves, rice waves surging and connecting to cloud cliffs".
Internet famous check-in points such as Xilin Garden Yellow Wall and Corner Tower have become a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
After finishing, check into Dali Hotel to rest.
Dali Jinsuo Island Dragon Palace - 大理金梭岛龙宫
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Dali
Reference hotel
Dali Litu Hotel, Dali Lifeng Hotel, Dali Guman Hotel, Dali Meilun Hotel, Cinie Garden Hotel
Tips
1. Dinosaur check-out today, please pack your luggage in advance and check out at the front desk after breakfast!
2. When taking a boat tour of Erhai Lake, please take good care of your personal belongings and do not climb over the boat railing.
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Xizhou Ancient Town
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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

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大理喜洲古镇

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大理喜洲古镇

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大理喜洲古镇

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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

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Xizhou Ancient Town
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Xizhou Ancient Town
大理喜洲古镇

Day 4

Dali Ancient City - Cycle around Erhai Lake - Haidong - Haixi - Stay in Dali
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 4 Dali Ancient City - Cycle around Erhai Lake - Haidong - Haixi - Stay in Dali
itinerary
After getting up in the morning, enjoy breakfast, and take the bus to visit the "famous country of literature" - [Dali Old City], a famous national historical and cultural city (about 120 minutes).
It has inherited the 1200 year history of the ancient Nanzhao Kingdom.
The "Wuhua Tower", the ancient city walls, city gates, and old alleys are all historical epitomes of the ancient civilization of the Nanzhao Kingdom.
Dali ancient city - 大理古城
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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

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Dali Ancient City
大理古城

itinerary
The Huguo Road that runs east-west within the ancient city is known as the "Foreigner Street".
After lunch, take a ride around Erhai Lake.
Erhai Lake East Route: Suitable for tourists who enjoy self driving, internet celebrity check-in, natural scenery, and pursue tranquility with few people.
The scenic spots are mainly artificial internet celebrities (such as Ideal State, Wenbi Village, Xiaoputuo, Luwo Mountain, and Digse Small Forest), and some scenic spots need to pay attention to their fees.
Choose the Erhai Lake West Route: suitable for cycling, cultural experience, and in-depth sightseeing, with more primitive scenic spots (such as Xizhou Ancient Town, Haizhi Park, Panxi S Bay, Longkan Pier), but some areas are only accessible to non motorized vehicles.
After finishing, check into the hotel and rest.
Cycling Around Lake Erhai Dali
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Dali
Reference hotel
Dali Litu Hotel, Dali Lifeng Hotel, Dali Guman Hotel, Dali Meilun Hotel, Cinie Garden Hotel
Tips
The shops in Dali Ancient City are numerous, and various goods are mixed together; please choose carefully, esteemed guests.
During free activities, please ensure you arrive at the meeting point within the time specified by the tour guide, and keep your phone turned on so that our guide can contact you at any time!
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Lavande Hotel Dali
大理丽枫酒店

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Lavande Hotel Dali
大理丽枫酒店

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Lavande Hotel Dali
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Lavande Hotel Dali
大理丽枫酒店

Day 5

Shaxi Ancient Town - Stay in Lijiang
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 5 Shaxi Ancient Town - Stay in Lijiang
itinerary
After breakfast, we will take a car to visit the ancient town of Shaxi, located in the southwestern part of Jianchuan County in Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province.
It is situated between the Dali Scenic Area and the ancient city of Lijiang, covering a total area of 287 square kilometers.
It is one of the most well-preserved ancient marketplaces on the ancient Tea Horse Road in northwestern Yunnan and is known as the 'first stop of the Tea Horse Road'.
With a long history dating back to the Yin and Shang dynasties, it is one of the important birthplaces of Yunnan's bronze culture.
From the Tang Dynasty to the Song Dynasty, Shaxi became a concentrated area for salt produced in salt wells along the ancient Tea Horse Road, leading to unprecedented economic and cultural development.
At the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty, this area gradually became a network of ancient roads mainly composed of salt, supplemented by tea and horses, with silk and handicrafts radiating outwards.
After finishing, check into Lijiang Hotel to rest.
Dali Shaxi old town
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Lijiang
Reference hotel
Mulun Lang Hotel, Lanyue Flower Room, Daman Hotel.
Tips
1. Today we will check out of Dali and head to Lijiang.
We will pack our luggage in advance, check out at the front desk after breakfast, and during the free time in the ancient town, please take care of your personal belongings and safety.
Tomorrow we will go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, so rest early tonight and pay attention to your diet.
Drinking alcohol is not recommended.
2. Protect the heritage: Shaxi Ancient Town has many ancient buildings and alleys from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
When visiting, do not touch, climb on, or write on the ancient sites.
3. Protecting the environment: The ecological environment of the ancient town is beautiful.
Please place garbage in designated trash cans and refrain from littering, so we can jointly maintain the cleanliness of the ancient town.
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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
丽江古城慕伦朗格酒店

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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
丽江古城慕伦朗格酒店

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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
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Mulun Langge Hotel Old Town of Lijiang
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Day 6

Yulong Snow Mountain - Impression Lijiang - Shuhe Ancient Town - Lijiang Old Town - Stay in Lijiang
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 6 Yulong Snow Mountain - Impression Lijiang - Shuhe Ancient Town - Lijiang Old Town - Stay in Lijiang
itinerary
After breakfast, take a bus to Lijiang to visit the national 5A level scenic spot, Yulong Snow Mountain.
Yulong Snow Mountain has a highest altitude of 5596 meters and is covered in clouds and snow all year round, with a majestic atmosphere.
Take the Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain Glacier Cableway (due to uncontrollable factors, the cableway is closed or the cableway ticket is limited, in case tickets cannot be obtained, switch to Yunshanping Small Cableway, the price difference is now refunded, please understand!) to fully enjoy the scenery of Yulong Snow Mountain.
The primitive trees are lush, and the peaks of the snow mountain are diverse and complement each other, making you feel relaxed and happy at this time.
Traveling through a primitive forest, you will see tall and straight spruce trees, one after another, in a vast sea of forests.
After watching a large-scale performance in Lijiang, visit the Blue Moon Valley (excluding electric scooters priced at 60 yuan/person).
The ancient ice and snow from the snow capped mountains melt and flow down the cliffs, constantly converging into mountain streams and streams, ultimately forming a clear and refreshing river in the Blue Moon Valley.
On a sunny day, the color of the water is blue, and the valleys are crescent shaped.
From a distance, it looks like a blue moon embedded at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
itinerary
Next, we visit one of China's most distinctive ancient towns - Shuhe Ancient Town.
Shuhe Ancient Town is not as large as the Square Street of Lijiang Ancient City; it consists of a square courtyard surrounded by a circle of old houses and several small streets around it.
This is also the location of the central market for local markets, surrounded by numerous shops and lively surroundings.
The buildings around the square are antique in style.
The Jiuding Longtan is the water source of a stream in the ancient town, nestled by mountains and rivers.
There are two semi-circular stone pools, one up and one down, with clear water and surrounded by green trees.
There is a pavilion in the middle of two pools, which is also an excellent place to appreciate the water.
Finally, visit the Old Town of Lijiang, a world cultural heritage and national 5A level scenic spot.
The casual and natural life is like the languor of water, the warmth of sunshine, and a wisp of fragrance infects the ancient town with the charm of Naxi.
Flowing water, small bridges, and homes, like the beautiful Jiangnan, immerse oneself in that freedom and tranquility.
Tourists are advised to choose to taste the snacks and delicacies in the ancient city, and return to the hotel to rest after the tour.
Shuhe Ancient Town
Ancient City of Lijiang
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Lijiang
Reference hotel
Mulun Lang Hotel, Lanyue Flower Room, Daman Hotel.
Tips
Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain has a high altitude, so be aware of altitude sickness.
If necessary, oxygen and cold weather gear are available at the entrance of the snow mountain.
If you experience symptoms of altitude sickness such as headaches or difficulty breathing while climbing, you should use oxygen and rest at a lower elevation.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
玉龙雪山

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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
玉龙雪山

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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
玉龙雪山

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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
玉龙雪山

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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
玉龙雪山

Day 7

White Sands Mural Painting: Flights departing after 4:00 PM China time from Lijiang to Banna (flights to be self managed), pick-up at Banna, check-in at hotel - Stay at Banna
Once we know which flight to Kunming you would like to book, we will inform you of the booking date for the flight from Lijiang to Xishuangbanna, which you must book at your own expense.
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 7 White Sands Mural Painting: Flights departing after 4:00 PM China time from Lijiang to Banna (flights to be self managed), pick-up at Banna, check-in at hotel - Stay at Banna
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Baisha mural
白沙壁画

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Baisha mural
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Baisha mural
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Baisha mural
白沙壁画

itinerary
According to the time, flights from Lijiang to Banna after 16:00 China time (flights at your own expense) will be picked up in Banna and checked into the hotel - staying in Banna.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Xishuangbanna
Reference hotel:
Ramada Vice Building, Microtel Wyndham, Banna Mengbongya Holiday Hotel, Banna Sky Tent Elephant Residence
Tips
Today we check out of Lijiang and head to Banna, pack our luggage in advance, check out at the front desk after breakfast, prepare our passports in advance, and after the trip ends, we will be sent to the airport for our flight to Xishuangbanna.
According to the time, for flights from Lijiang to Banna after 16:00 China time, please pay attention to whether the flights include checked baggage (flight expenses are self-managed).
The "Baisha Murals" integrate Han, Tibetan, and Naxi cultures, incorporating various religious cultures such as Taoism, Tibetan Buddhism, Han Buddhism, and Dongba religion, showcasing the life stories of different religions.

Day 8

Wild Elephant Valley - Forest Park - Stay in Xishuangbanna
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 8 Wild Elephant Valley - Forest Park - Stay in Xishuangbanna
itinerary
After breakfast, take a car to the 'Wild Elephant Valley'.
Explore slowly, this is a gathering place for Asian elephants, where you can enjoy herds of elephants.
The elephants are like children, depicting the mountains and rivers of Yunnan, playing football games, and presenting 'elephant performances' for your enjoyment; you can not only watch but also 'feed the elephants' — all you need is a piece of sugarcane or a banana.
You may even let the elephant's saliva splash on your face, but it's not as gentle as between lovers - it hurts a bit, so please think twice before trying to get closer.

Wild Elephant Valley

Wild Elephant Valley

The Wild Elephant Valley, located in Sancha River, Mengyang Town, about 47 kilometers north of Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, is a national AAAA level tourist attraction and one of the first national level ecological tourism demonstration zones. It is a comprehensive ecological tourism scenic spot that integrates ecological tourism, science popularization and scientific research teaching, and leisure vacation.
itinerary
After lunch, head to the unique theme park [Primitive Forest Park] to experience different folk customs (excluding sightseeing electric scooters 60/person). The dense rainforest is full of primitive breath entanglement, and you can smell the fresh taste with your eyes closed. There are 3 major themes and 3 major theme activities to experience different folk customs. The dense rainforest is full of primitive breath entanglement, and Aini Mountain Village interactive song and dance house indulges in youth. The splashing water carnival emits a unique fun in the ethnic style performance venue, and personal experience adds fun and memories.
End the stay at the hotel and rest.

Primitive Forest Park

Primitive Forest Park

Xishuangbanna Primitive Forest Park is located east of Jinghong and north of the Lancang River, 8 kilometers away from the capital city. It is the closest primitive forest to Jinghong City in the whole prefecture.
The park was created on the basis of 25000 acres of tropical valley rainforest, with a forest coverage rate of over 98%, making it a natural oxygen bar.
The park features projects such as ravines, rainforest, dancing peacocks, folk songs and dances, delicious food, and water splashing festivities, making it one of the largest comprehensive ecological tourism attractions in Xishuangbanna.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Xishuangbanna
Reference hotel:
Ramada Vice Building, Microtel Wyndham, Banna Mengbongya Holiday Hotel, Banna Sky Tent Elephant Residence
Tips
Xishuangbanna has a tropical rainforest climate with high temperatures and high humidity throughout the year. It is advisable to prepare lightweight and breathable summer clothing, such as short-sleeved shirts and shorts. There is a temperature difference between morning and evening, so a light jacket is needed.
The rainy season is from May to October, so you need to bring rain gear when going out.
When encountering a herd of wild elephants in the Wild Elephant Valley, do not make loud noises to startle them.
Follow safety tips in the observation deck and surrounding areas.

Day 9

Menglun Botanical Garden - Dai Ethnic Garden - Zhubanna
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 9 Menglun Botanical Garden - Dai Ethnic Garden - Zhubanna
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After breakfast, head to Menglun Botanical Garden (excluding electric scooter 50 yuan/person). There are various shade tolerant plants in the shaded botanical garden; The lotus pond in the aquatic botanical garden is in full bloom from July to August, and the lotus leaves can bear up to 120 pounds; Palm gardens are popular photo spots; You can see landscapes such as plant strangling and single tree forests in Rongshu Garden; There are many unique flowers and plants in the exotic flower garden; The Celebrity Tree Garden has rare and ancient trees.

Menglun Botanical Garden

Xishuangbanna Menglun Botanical Garden

In the Yunnan region, the Xishuangbanna Menglun Botanical Garden is a national 5A-level tourist attraction.
Xishuangbanna has nearly 100,000 hectares of primeval forest, home to over 5,000 species of woody and herbaceous plants, including enormous trees and primitive ferns.
In the dense forest, various plants and animals live and reproduce here.
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After lunch, go to the [Dai Ethnic Garden] (electric cart not included, 40 yuan/person). The water-splashing activity in the Dai Ethnic Garden is one of its major features, with scheduled water-splashing performances every day where people convey blessings and joy through water-splashing.
Tourists can also enjoy Dai ethnic cultural performances such as Zhangha, fist dance, knife dance, and participate in experiential projects such as elephant foot encouragement.
End the stay at the hotel and rest.

Dai Ethnic Garden

Xishuangbanna, Yunnan~Dai Ethnic Garden

Splashing Square: The main activity area of the scenic area, a large open-air theater with over 100 professional splashing teams held every day.
Dai Ethnic Natural Village in the Park: A large-scale water splashing activity that allows tourists to directly participate and experience the fun of the daily water splashing festival, and feel the lively scene of the Dai ethnic water splashing festival.
Open air theater: Through the form of singing and dancing, it accurately reflects the essence of Dai traditional culture, reproduces the historical origins of Dai king's marriage recruitment, and reflects the daily customs of Dai people. It has more than 100 actors, a grand scale, and spectacular scenes.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Xishuangbanna
Reference hotel:
Ramada Vice Building, Microtel Wyndham, Banna Mengbongya Holiday Hotel, Banna Sky Tent Elephant Residence
Tips
The Dai ethnic park has a grand water-splashing event, and if you like it, you need to participate in this activity.
Please prepare the replacement clothes, pants, and shoes in advance.

Day 10

Jinuo Mountain - Manting Park - Stay in Xishuangbanna
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 10 Jinuo Mountain - Manting Park - Stay in Xishuangbanna
itinerary
After breakfast, tourists can visit the Jino Mountain Village scenic area to experience Jino ethnic culture, admire characteristic buildings, watch traditional activities such as ancestor worship, weaving and dyeing, participate in rainforest hiking, learn about flora and fauna under the guidance of a guide, and experience activities such as slingshot, bamboo raft skating, face painting with colored stones, archery, etc.
After lunch, head to Manting Park, located in the southeast of Jinghong City, in the triangular area where the Lancang River and Liusha River converge.
It is a cultural park with a history of over 1300 years, covering an area of more than 400 acres. The Dai people call it "Chunhuan", meaning "Garden of Souls".
Its predecessor was the imperial garden of the Dai king of Xishuangbanna.
End the hotel stay and rest.

Jinou Mountain Village

Jinuo Mountain

Jinuo Mountain - the homeland of the Jinuo ethnic group in Xishuangbanna.
Jinuo Mountain is a place where the Jinuo ethnic group has thrived for generations, located slightly east of the central part of Xishuangbanna Prefecture, with an area of 622.9 square kilometers.
It is a famous mountainous area within the jurisdiction of Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.
Most of the Jino people in our country live here.
Jinuo Mountain in Xishuangbanna, formerly known as Youle Mountain, is one of the six famous tea mountains in history.
The ancient name of Jinuo Mountain in Xishuangbanna is recorded in a purely legendary passage in the "Pu'er Prefecture Annals": "In ancient times, Marquis Wu traveled to the six mountains (referring to the six major tea mountains - the author), leaving copper gongs in Youle, placing awns in Mangzhi, burying bricks in barbarian bricks, leaving wooden clappers in Yibang, burying stirrups in Gedeng, and placing scattering bags in Mansa, hence the name of this mountain.
”The former Youle Mountain seems to have been named after the copper gong left by Kong Ming inside the mountain.
But there is no record in historical books of Zhuge Liang's southern expedition to Xishuangbanna.
The Jino people have revered Zhuge Liang as the "Tea Ancestor" for generations and hold annual sacrificial ceremonies.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Xishuangbanna
Reference hotel:
Ramada Vice Building, Microtel Wyndham, Banna Mengbongya Holiday Hotel, Banna Sky Tent Elephant Residence
Tips
Pay attention to wearing quick drying pants, long sleeved quick drying clothes, or sun protection clothes in the Jinuoshan Scenic Area, and avoid wearing bright clothes to prevent mosquito bites. Choose non slip hiking shoes or hiking shoes.
Carry anti mosquito spray, sunscreen, sunscreen cap, sunglasses, etc.
Prepare waterproof backpacks and phone waterproof bags.

Day 11

Giant Buddha Temple - Return to Kunming by high-speed train - Pick up at Kunming and check in to the hotel in Kunming
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 11 Giant Buddha Temple - Return to Kunming by high-speed train - Pick up at Kunming and check in to the hotel in Kunming
itinerary
After breakfast, head to Mengle Dafo Temple (excluding electric scooter 40 yuan/person).
The Dafo Temple is located in Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, and was restored and rebuilt on the original site of the ancient Dai Dynasty's royal temple "Jingpiao Buddha Temple".
The "Jing Piao Buddhist Temple" was first built in the Ming Dynasty and is one of the iconic buildings symbolizing the Twelve Banners of Theravada Buddhism.
It was destroyed during a war in the year 2883 (1848) of the Buddhist calendar and was rebuilt in 2005.
The site covers an area of approximately 266,700 square meters, with a building area of 36,000 square meters.
It is built against the mountains, with a height difference of 122.8 meters, resembling a sitting Buddha.
The architectural complex primarily features temple buildings and Buddha statues from Southeast Asian countries, integrating the Dai architectural style, such as heavy eaves and multi-sloping roofs, with the roof slopes made up of three stacked layers.
After the tour of Xishuangbanna, take the high-speed train back to Kunming, where a special vehicle will pick you up to your hotel for rest!

Mengle Grand Buddha Temple

Mengle Dafo Temple / Mengle Buddhist Temple

Mengle Buddhist Grand Temple

The Mengle Cultural Tourism Area is located in the Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture's capital of Jinghong in Yunnan Province, within the Xishuangbanna National Level Tourist Resort in the southern Lian Mountain.
It covers a total area of 400 acres, and its overall outline resembles a seated Buddha, making it a hallmark tourist site for Buddhist culture.
The Mengle Cultural Tourism Area, south of which transmits Buddhist culture and the architectural style of the Dai ethnic group, focuses on the life of Buddha Shakyamuni and activities in Buddhist temples, showcasing shell culture, rainforest ecological culture, and ethnic customs.
The scenic area features several unique attractions, including the South Lotus Mountain Summit Park, the Sacred Bodhi Tree, the Auspicious Great Buddha, the Scenic Floating Great Hall, the Buddha Bathing and Water Splashing Square, and the Peacock Cultural Park.
It serves as a religious activity venue and a comprehensive scenic area that combines royal gardens, Chinese gardens, Dai ethnic customs, and Dai-Thai architectural complexes.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Kunming
Reference Hotels:
Campanile Kunming, Atour Wuyue Kunming, Wyndham Kunming, Regal Residence Kunming
Tips
Today, leave Xishuangbanna and head to Kunming.
Pack your luggage in advance, check out at the front desk after breakfast, prepare your passport in advance, and when the trip in Xishuangbanna is over, take the train to Kunming.
Giant Buddha Temple
1. Dress code: Do not wear revealing or overly casual clothing, it is recommended to wear long pants and long-sleeve shirts, and shoes are usually required to be removed when entering the main hall.
2. Maintain silence: Smoking, loud talking, and running are prohibited inside the temple to avoid disturbing other visitors and the monks in the temple.
3. Behavior: Do not casually touch Buddha statues, cultural relics, and religious instruments, and do not climb on Buddha statues to avoid damage or disrespect.

Day 12

Free activity - End of itinerary for Kunming airport transfer
Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days
Day 12 Free activity - End of itinerary for Kunming airport transfer
itinerary
After breakfast, there will be free activities, followed by arrangements for the transfer to the station based on the guests' flight information (with a guide accompanying) to return home, concluding a pleasant trip in Yunnan.
Catering arrangement
Breakfast: hotel buffet breakfast
Lunch: not included
Dinner: not included
Hotel arrangement
Kunming
Reference Hotels:
Campanile Kunming, Atour Wuyue Kunming, Wyndham Kunming, Regal Residence Kunming
1、Check out today, please carefully organize your luggage before returning, and make sure not to leave anything behind to avoid unnecessary trouble.
2、If the return trip is an early flight, breakfast depends on the hotel's meal schedule, generally it is mostly packed or self-service.

Thank you to all the distinguished guests for your support and understanding of our work. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again!
If you are satisfied with this trip to Yunnan, please do not hesitate to recommend it to your friends and family, thank you!

Kunming - Stone Forest - Dali - Lijiang - Xishuangbanna 11 nights and 12 days

Prices are in RMB - Chinese Yuan
Price starting from 10800元/person.
Acceptance

of standards

[Accommodation] Stay at designated hotels throughout the trip.
(Note the hotels: Kunming: Kunming Comfort Hotel, Kunming Atour Wuyue, Kunming Microtel Wyndham, Kunming Lihau Xiting.)

Dali: Dali Litu Hotel, Dali Lifeng Hotel, Dali Guman Hotel, Dali Meilun Hotel, Cinie Garden Hotel. Lijiang: Mulun Lang Hotel, Lanyue Flower Room, Daman Hotel)

Breakfast is provided by the hotel, lunch and dinner are not included.

【Transportation】Our agency arranges vehicles according to the number of participants, ensuring that each person has a designated seat.

【Tickets】The first entrance tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary.

Full-time English tour guide accompanying service throughout the journey

Not

included

1、Personal expenses such as the hotel single room difference, in-house laundry, haircuts, phone, fax, paid television, drinks, cigarettes, and alcohol;

2、Aviation insurance fees, scenic area cable car, environmental protection vehicle, electric vehicle fees.

3、The government charges fees; excluding ancient cultural heritage.

4、Personal travel accident insurance;

5、Additional costs caused by force majeure reasons such as transportation delays, strikes, weather, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes;

6、Other items not included in the 'expenses included'.

Important

Notes

1、Without reducing the number of attractions or the standards of reception, our agency reserves the right to adjust the order of the itinerary.

2、Due to unavoidable factors leading to early withdrawal from the group or changes in the itinerary, our company will not bear any additional costs incurred.
We will only refund the unused fees at the agreed price; transportation and meal fees will not be refunded.
If the guest withdraws from the group due to personal reasons or leaves the group without permission, our company will not refund any costs (for special price itineraries, no refunds will be made for any exemptions or early withdrawal fees.
We appreciate your understanding! Thank you.)

3、Once this itinerary is joined, no refunds will be issued for any reasons if the guest leaves or withdraws from the group midway (we apologize for any inconvenience caused).

4、Due to the card-based ticketing system in Yunnan, there are no discounts for tour guide certificates, press cards, senior citizen cards, student cards, military officer cards, etc.
The quality will be based on the customer feedback form as proof. Please fill it out carefully.
If you do not specify your complaint in the feedback form, our company will not accept complaints after you leave Yunnan.
Thank you for your cooperation.

5、The price of the itinerary is calculated based on 2 people sharing 1 room. If there is a single male or female, please make up the single room difference to enjoy a standard room.

6、Please read this itinerary carefully and choose a tourism route that suits your own conditions.
If, during the trip, you need to give up part of the itinerary due to health or personal reasons, or if guests request to give up part of the accommodation or transportation, it will be considered a voluntary abandonment, and no refunds will be issued.
The personal safety of tourists during the period of abandoning the itinerary will be their own responsibility.

7、It is not allowed to leave the group during the team tour (except for free activities). Leaving the group midway is considered a breach of contract by the tourist, and as a result, no refund will be provided for missed attractions, meals, accommodations, or transportation.
The travel agency also does not take responsibility for any accidents that occur after the tourist leaves the group.

8、Our company solemnly promises that shopping and touring are separated, allowing for free shopping.
Special attention:
1、Yunnan belongs to a plateau southwest monsoon climate, with a large temperature difference between day and night. Please bring clothing according to the weather conditions mentioned above.
In addition, the ultraviolet rays in Yunnan are quite strong, so ladies who care about beauty should prepare for sun protection (sunglasses, sun hats, sunscreen, umbrellas).
2、When taking a flight (or train), you must carry a valid identification document, such as an ID card, military officer certificate, passport, etc.
Children without an ID card must bring the original household registration book or passport.
If the document is lost, please go to the local police station where your household is registered to obtain a temporary boarding certificate.