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Discover the beauty and charm of Kunming, the "The City of Eternal Spring", on a fully customizable private tour with an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour allows you to explore signature spots designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Kunming's history, culture and natural wonders while catering to your personal interest and pace.

Get to know Kunming’s highlights, including its cuisine and most colorful market, on a 5-hour sightseeing tour. Admire the traditional Chinese architecture of the Grand View Tower and Yuantong Temple, and delve into the famous Flowers and Birds Market. Plus, break off from your explorations for a delicious local lunch. Your tour includes air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and admission fees.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

If you’re short on time in Kunming but keen to give its top attractions the attention they deserve, this half-day private tour is ideal. Take in the rock-face Dragon Gate and Huating Temple in the Western Hills, and visit the Grand View Tower overlooking Lake Dianchi, all with a private guide to share their stories and significance. Your tour includes a Chinese restaurant lunch, entrance fees, and private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off.

This incredible experience will open your eyes to the magical world of Yunnan dance. Navigating in an unfamiliar city at night can be daunting, but you won’t have to worry as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Travel in a comfortable vehicle, and avoid long visitor lines as entrance fees for Dynamic Yunnan Show are included. You’ll witness singing, dancing, and incredible performances directed by one of China’s well-known dancers—Yang Liping.

Visit highlights of Kunming including the Green Lake , Bird and Flower market,Jinma Biji Archway, Nanping Street, East and West Pagodas and Yuantong Temple with this Private tour from Kunming. You will be picked up and dropped off at Kunming hotel/airport/train station.

This is a fantastic way to spend an evening in Kunming. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free experience where you won’t have to plan transport, as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Traveling with a guide means you won’t get lost, and you be taken to places locals love, such as Kunming’s stunning Green Lake Park. After this, you’ll have time to purchase dinner, before heading to the Dynamic Yunnan Show. Enjoy music, dance, and theatrical performances during this incredible stage show.

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.

Explore the Yunnan Ethnic Village, a cultural theme park showcasing 26 ethnic minority villages including Dai, Bai, Yi, Naxi, Wa, Lahu, Tibetan, Hani, Zhuang, Miao, Nu, Buyi, Susu, and Yao. Enjoy singing and dancing performances, taste authentic ethnic food, and experience traditional ethnic handicrafts. Each ethnic village retains its unique architectural style, folk customs, marriage customs, and religion and other cultural elements. During the tour, enjoy the singing and dancing performances of different ethnic groups, taste authentic ethnic food, and even experience some traditional ethnic handicrafts. The Ethnic Square and Yunnan Nationalities Museum are rich in history and culture, and a rare learning opportunity for those who want to learn more about the culture of Yunnan ethnic minorities.

This is the perfect tour for those interested in discovering the beautiful natural wonders outside of Kunming. Language barriers can make it difficult to organize transport in China, but you won’t have to worry as round-trip private transfers are included. Going on a private tour means you won’t have to wait around for other travelers, so you’ll make the most of your time. You’ll be taken to Stone Forest, and Jiuxiang Cave in one day with plenty of free time to explore the sites at your own pace.

Kunming's Stone Forest (also known as the Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park), a landscape of dramatic limestone pinnacles, is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see when in Kunming. Public transit can be challenging if you don't speak Chinese, so make life easy by booking this private 2-way transfer service, with pickup from your hotel, the train station, or even the airport.

Explore local markets in Kunming, wind down in picturesque Dali, get to know the Naxi and Bai people, travel to lofty, legendary-Shangri-la, mingle with Tibetan pilgrims in Ganden Sumtseling monastery, hike one of Asia's finest geological wonders-Tiger Leaping Gorge, roam the lane ways of Lijiang. Truly China Travel offers you so many choices, you can choose a private tour or group adventure tour for Explore Yunnan. Private trips can be booked for one to twenty travelers. Book a certain departure date, set your own pace, enjoy more one-on-one attention from the tour leader and if you would like, upgrade your hotels. This is a great idea for families, friends, company employees or social clubs as there is something for everybody. If you prefer group travel, you can choose from our most adventurous trips, with international groups travelling with participants of all ages from all over the world.

Embark on an exclusive private day tour to explore two iconic Yunnan gems: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Forest and the time-honored Chengzi Ancient Village. This personalized journey lets you dive deep into natural wonders and authentic minority culture, with seamless service tailored just for you. Start your day with the breathtaking karst landscapes of Stone Forest, a UNESCO-listed natural marvel. Led by your professional guide, you’ll uncover hidden viewpoints, capture postcard-perfect photos, and marvel at the jagged limestone formations that have shaped this unique terrain over millions of years. Later, head to Chengzi Ancient Village, hailed as a “Living Fossil” of traditional residential architecture. Wander through its winding lanes, immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of the Yi, Han, and Miao ethnic groups, and discover the stories behind the village’s distinctive dwellings—where history comes alive in every courtyard and alley.

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!

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.

In just two days, you can accomplish a lot of sightseeing from Kunming on this private guided tour. 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. Visit the 1,200 years old Jianshui Ancient city, explore major attractions including: Double Dragon Bridge, Jianshui Confucius Temple, Zhu Family Garden etc. Tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, lunch and travel by private vehicle. Tour includes the option to book local 3 or 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.