All Kunming Tours & Excursions in 2026

Start your day with a hotel pick-up and head to the Stone Forest for a private guided tour. After Stone Forest, head to Yiliang for a sumptuous lunch at a famous local roast duck restaurant. Opt for a Halal option if you prefer. This traditional dish is a specialty of Yiliang County, and is renowned for its unique preparation method and mouthwatering flavors, making it a must-try for food lovers visiting the area. After lunch, head back towards Kunming where you can choose a fully customized city tour to complete the day before returning to your hotel. Opt for a walking tour of Kunming Old Town or Guandu Ancient Town, visit the Yunnan Ethnic Village or take a cable car to Western Hills and Dragon Gate. You can also visit the Yunnan Provincial Museum or Dounan Flower Market. Experience Chinese tea tasting at a teahouse or sign up for a Tile Cat making experience.

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Visit highlights of Kunming including Stone Forest park and West hill park with this private day tour from Kunming. You will be picked up from your Kunming hotel and dropped off at the Kunming hotel.

Explore the Jiulong Waterfalls and Duoyi River Scenic Area on a private personalized guided tour. See the sea of rapeseed flowers in Luoping during spring.

Kunming’s most fascinating sights are scattered around the city and hard to reach by public transport. Break through the language barrier and discover them with a private guide on this comprehensive day tour, including lunch and 2-way transfers. See the historic Bamboo Temple; explore Kunming Black Dragon Pool Park with its Taoist temples; admire Niulanjiang Waterfall, 1,300-foot (400-meter) wide manmade falls; and stroll the Flowers and Bird Market of Kunming.

Kunming driver will pick you up from hotel lobby in Kunming and drop you to Kunming train station, you will take bullet train to Lijiang, meet Lijiang guide and have day tour to Jade dragon snow Mountain. You will take a cable car up to Yunshanping (spruce Meadow) or Maoniuping (Yak Meadow) for the spectacular views of the Snow Mountains with the grasslands in the foreground, and visit White Water River, today it will be a beautiful day to make photos of Jade dragon snow Mountain as well as yarks. We will arrange small hot pot Lunch at Jade Dragon snow Mountain. After tour ends guide will drop you to train station and Kunming driver will pick you up and drop you to your hotel in Kunming city.

The Yunnan Impression Show, directed by the acclaimed Yang Liping, showcases the vibrant ethnic diversity of Yunnan Province through an engaging blend of music, dance, and storytelling. This large-scale performance highlights authentic cultural expressions from over 25 ethnic minority groups, featuring local villagers and artists who bring their traditions to life. Enjoy the breathtaking Peacock Dance and experience powerful visual narratives that celebrate the harmony between nature and humanity. With state-of-the-art production, this 75–90 minute show is perfect for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Yunnan’s rich heritage during their visit to Kunming.

Explore the highlights of Dali on this full-day guided sightseeing tour from Kunming. Get picked up from your Kunming hotel for transfers to the rail station, where you will take the bullet train to Dali. In Dali, visit the Xizhou Old Town, Chongsheng Temple, Erhai Lake and Dali Ancient Town in the company of a guide, who can provide more insights on the history of each site.

In just two days, you can accomplish a lot of sightseeing from Kunming on this private guided tour. Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Stone Forest. Be amazed by the karst landscape, follow your tour guide to find the best location for photos. Take an easy walk around to snap photos of the famous Yuanyang Rice Terraces from different location. Capture stunning image of a dramatic sunrise and sunset moment. Visit local villages and market and learn from your guide about the local Hani communities. Tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee and travel by private vehicle. Please book your own hotel in Yuanyang

Explore Dali City at your own pace and with the attention of a private guide on this day tour. You won’t have to organize any logistics, including transport from your hotel to the bullet train, the train itself, or paying on the spot for your guide or admission fees. Just be ready to get collected from Kunming, and then enjoy the ride to Dali city to enjoy your private guided tour.

Unleash your inner adventurer with our exclusive Dongchuan Red Land tour! Traverse through the ancient Laolongshu, where a thousand - year - old fir tree stands as a silent sentinel, and be spellbound by the ever - changing hues of Luoxiagou during sunset, a sight that paints the sky in a riot of colors. End your journey at Yueliangtian, where terraced fields mirror the setting sun, creating a lunar - like landscape that's straight out of a dream. What sets our tour apart? Your dedicated private guide, with in - depth local knowledge, will not only lead you to the most spectacular viewpoints but also share fascinating stories and hidden gems along the way. Paired with the comfort of a private vehicle, you can enjoy a flexible itinerary, taking your time at each spot, soaking in the beauty at your own pace, and capturing Instagram - worthy moments without the rush. Don't miss this once - in - a - lifetime chance to experience the magic of Dongchuan Red Land!

Discover two of the Yunnan Province’s most spectacular natural attractions on this full-day, private tour. Meet your guide directly at your centrally located Kunming hotel, and set off in a private vehicle. Your first destination is the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest: a striking landmark that features unique limestone rock formations. After a traditional, local lunch, continue to the Jiuxiang Scenic Region: home to one of China’s most extensive cake systems. Explore the caverns by boat before returning to Kunming.

Participate in a hands-on activity where you can create your own version of the traditional Yunnan tile cats, which are unique clay figures commonly seen on the rooftops of local buildings. Learn about the history and cultural significance of tile cats in Yunnan and get the chance to mold and shape your own tile cat using clay, guided by artisans who teach the techniques for crafting these iconic figures. Once sculpted, the clay figures are fired and often painted, making for a fun and creative souvenir from Kunming.

Book this private tour to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Naigu Stone Forest (乃古石林) and Suogeyi Sani village. Naigu Stone Forest is classified as a AAAAA-class scenic area but it is much less touristy than the Major and Minor Stone Forest in Stone Forest Scenic Area). The Suogeyi Village Sani village (所各邑村) is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site for a huge area of limestone landscape. You'll walk on the stone-paved trails through the unique limestone formations and trek up to the peak to get a bird-eye view of the entire site. We'll bring you to eat like a local in a local Yi restaurant for lunch before heading to the village.

Tour starts in Kunming, capital of Yunnan province and a historical and cultural city. Local people also call it “Spring City” because its climate is like spring all year round. Because of this, flowers bloom all year round, so Kunming is also called “Flower City”. We will show you China’s biggest fresh flower market- Dounan Flower Market, were you can learn how to arrange flowers. Visit the Western Hill, where you can visit temples carved on the side of a natural cliff and admire a big panoramic view of Kunming. Next to the dragon gate you will also find the largest Taoist grotto of Yunnan.

Have only a limited amount of time in Kunming? Take this half day tour to discover the UNESCO site of Yunnan Stone Forest Park. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, stroll around the Stone Forest Park and spend some leisure time to explore. Your tour guide will explain the legendary stories along the way and find the best location for photos. You even can extend the tour to a full day tour to explore the famous flower and bird market. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers.

The 7 days Best of Yunnan hightlights tour gives you a great overview of the beautiful region with stunning visits to Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-la. During this trip you will visit Yi,Bai, Naxi ethnic groups’ land and the legendary Shangri-La. The most magnificent scenery and colorful ethnic culture of Yunnan are waiting to be explored, from ancient towns to snow mountains, from the world’s deepest canyon to notable limestone formations, local market, beautiful pagodas, mesdow , local tibeatans family, holy temples, and so on. What you are waiting just join us.

A trip to Kunming must include a visit to the Stone Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and following that a visit to Cuihu, or Jade Lake. This 7-8 hour tour starts from a hotel pick up, and then a visit to the Stone Forest’s amazing rock formations, looking like stalagmites or petrified trees. After you’ll explore Chihu lake’s green waters and surrounding nature- possibly spotting a Siberian Black Headed Gull.

Explore the magnificent Jiaozi Snow Mountain on this private full-day tour from Kunming. Accompanied by your own private tour guide, travel by private vehicle, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to Jiaozi Snow Mountain, be amazed by the gorgeous scenery and enjoy panoramic view of the surroundings. Stop at different sightseeing platforms where will give you an unexpected shot. Tour incluidng English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, lunch ,cable car round trip ,and travel by private vehicle.

Dive into the vibrant culinary scene of Kunming as the city lights up for an evening of unforgettable flavors. This food tour takes you off the tourist path and into the heart of local night markets, where you'll taste Yunnan's most celebrated street foods. Guided by a local foodie, discover the hidden gems of Kunming's culinary heritage while engaging with the vibrant community that makes it all come alive. - Explore the lively hub of local cuisine and culture - Savor a variety of unique dishes including grilled pig's trotters, Jianshui tofu, and Xiaoguo rice noodles - Enjoy a leisurely pace with plenty of stops to connect with locals and their stories - Experience a delightful 3-3.5 hour journey, with all food tastings included and dietary accommodations available

Make your trip to Kunming even more enchanting on an evening tour. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and explore with an expert guide, seeing and learning about the night life of the local people, get a peek at landmarks illuminated in glittering lights, such as Beijing Road, Hai Geng Road, 1903 Park, 9 Wanli Yunhu. Travel to Dian Lake to enjoy beautiful sceneries and sunset. Enjoy amazing fountain light show. You can also customized the tour to the sites you want to go in city, just feel free to discuss with your personal tour guide and enjoy!

Make your trip to Kunming even more enchanting on an evening tour following by a noodle dinner. With an expert guide, seeing and learning about the night life of the local people, get a peek at landmarks illuminated in glittering lights, such as Kunming Old Street, Cuihu Park. Then head to Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Memorial Arch to stroll round the snack and souvenir street. You can also customized the tour to the sites you want to go in city, just feel free to discuss with your personal tour guide and enjoy! Tour ends with the famous Crossing-over Bridge Rice Noodles" Dinner in the local restaurant where you can see how locals enjoy their food, life with their friends. When make booking you can choose to travel by foot or have a private vehicle to save time.

Discover Kunming’s two most celebrated charms—its diversity and its karst landscapes—on this combo door-to-door tour that reaches parts public transport cannot reach. Start at the Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park, capturing timeless shots of peaks, pillars, and pinnacles. After a restaurant lunch, head to Nuohei, a village where the Sani people, a branch of the Yi minority, live among mountains and lakes.