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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.

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.

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.

See the highlights of Jianshui on a private full-day tour from Kunming. With more than 100 ancient temples, 50 ancient bridges and 56 state-protection cultural relics, Jianshui enjoys the fame "the Museum of Ancient Constructions", which highlights the ancient Chinese culture and art. Accompanied by your own private guide, explore major attractions such as the Double Dragon Bridge, Jianshui Confucius Temple and Zhu Family Garden. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers.

In Kunming one most important place is Stone forest which is the unique of the world, your English speaking guide will pick you up from hotel lobby and drop you at your hotel. As the “Essence of World Karst Landform”, Stone Forest has been listed as the UNESCO World Natural Heritage with the incomparable coverage of 12 square kilometers’ stone pinnacle groups. It is a spectacular set of limestone groups and the representative of south China’s karst landscape. Known since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) as the 'First Wonder of the World' Jiuxiang is one of the most beautiful scenic spots near Kunming and is home to striking natural landscapes, magnificent underground scenery, and enchanting ethnic folk customs. It is inhabited mainly by the Yi and Hui nationalities, and is situated in northeastern part of Yiliang County. It' is praised as the "Home of Karst caves". Altogether, there are "only" 100 caves in the area.Regarded by experts as the 'Cave Museum'.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the Yunnan Museum and discover the history and culture of Yunnan. Admire the magnificent architecture and exquisite decoration, soaring ceilings, ornate lighting, and elaborate exhibition area with ancient bronzes. Enter the permanent exhibition area and see ancient dinosaur fossils, bronzes, and ceramics, modern national costumes, and handicrafts. Find exquisite costumes and handicrafts of various ethnic groups in Yunnan on display with the terraced patterns of the Hani people, the torch festival costumes of the Yi people, and the silver jewelry of the Miao people. In the Bronze & Ceramics section, see how ancient craftsmen used their wisdom and skill to create these beautiful artworks that have been passed down through the ages. Admire the unique luster of each piece of bronze and the delicate craftsmanship of each piece of ceramics.

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.

Escape the bustle of the city and discover UNESCO Sites of the Stone Forest and Naigu Stone Forest outside of Kunming on this double-duty, full-day excursion. First, visit the Stone Forest, stroll around the park with your tour guide who will explain the stories along the way and find the best location for photos. Compared with Stone Forest, Naigu Stone forest Park have less tourists and it is considered as the natural museum of karst landforms. Stroll around the park and spend some leisure time to explore. 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'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.

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 Yuanyang Rice Terrace and China’s rich minority culture on a 2-day guided tour from Kunming. Take an easy walk around to snap photos of the famous Yuanyang Rice Terraces from different location which will give you an unexpected shot. Capture stunning image of a dramatic sunrise and sunset moment. You will take your time when visit the locations where you may explore and create fantastic photographs. Visit local villages and market and learn from your guide about the local Hani communities. A great trip for photographers! 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.

Soar over the sparkling waters of Dianchi Lake on the Dianchi Lake Cable Car and admire the panoramic views of Kunming from the Dragon Gateway Ropeway. Explore the Western Hills Scenic Area with our English-speaking professional local guide.

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

Experience picturesque landscapes and colorful minority culture in Dali and Lijiang at your own pace on a 2-day private tour from Kunming. Travel by bullet train, greeted by a local private tour guide in Dali, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, visit and explore the must-see attractions such as Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Dali Ancient Town, Erhai Lake, Mu Palace, Lijiang Old Town. In addition, explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy amazing open-air Impression Lijiang Impression Show which performances by non-professional peasant actors who are from local villages.This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, train tickets, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch, show tickets and door-to-door hotel transfers. You can choose to end your tour in Lijiang or return Kunming. Tour includes the option to book 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.

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 Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park is Kunming’s #1 don’t-miss attraction: UNESCO recognized it as one of China’s most beautiful karst landscapes. Yet, at around 58 miles (93 kilometers) from Kunming, it’s best appreciated with the comfort of a private car—and an English-speaking guide to explain its unique geology. Book this classic tour for door-to-door private transfers and guiding: price excludes entrance fees and shuttle bus charges.

Visit highlights of Kunming including the West Hill,Dragon Gate and Bamboo Temple with this Private day tour from Kunming. You will be picked up and dropped off at Kunming hotel/airport/train station.

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.