Kunming

Culture & history

The Stone Forest is a remarkable set of limestone formations located in Yunnan Province China, near Shilin and approximately 120 kilometers from the provincial capital Kunming. At this unique place you'll see tall rocks that seem to rise from the ground in the manner of stalagmites, thereby creating the illusion of a forest made of stone. Your tour will take you through the entire Stone Forest; which includes the Greater Stone Forest, the Lesser Stone Forest, the Outer Stone Forest, and the Stone Forest Lake. Be prepared to be amazed by these incredible natural formation. You will spend a few hours walking through the winding trails as you learn from your guide about the legends behind these impressive but (just as equally) strange stone formations. Once the walking tour has concluded you will enjoy a local lunch before being driven back to your hotel in Kunming.

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Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your hotel, hop aboard in to your private air-conditioned vehicle, heading directly to Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park which will take about 1.5 hours. Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park is a spectacular set of limestone groups and the representative of south China’s karst landscape. Since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), It is considered as the 'First Wonder of the World'. Just as its name suggests, stone pillars in various shapes densely tower in the park, and the whole complex seems to be a large-scale gray forest. Upon arrival, follow your tour guide to stroll around, learn many legendary stories along the way, use your imagination to discover the park, and your tour guide show you the best location for photos. While enjoying the splendor of the natural views, you also get a chance to witness the singing and dancing performance by Yi people with their unique costume. You will spend 2 hours to visit the Big Stone Forest Area and the Small Stone Forest Area. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kunming. You can upgrade to have a full day tour to explore the flower and bird market after lunch.

Discover the beauty and diversity of Kunming, the "Spring City" of China, on this one-day tour of its must-see attractions. You'll soar over the city and admire the stunning views from the Dragon Gate, a complex of grottoes carved into the cliffs of the Western Hills. You'll also learn about the rich history and culture of the Dragon Gate, which dates back to the Qing Dynasty. Then, you'll immerse yourself in the colorful and vibrant world of the 25 ethnic groups that live in Yunnan, and enjoy their folk dances, costumes, and crafts. Finally, you'll relax and unwind in a charming Kunmingnese backyard garden, where you can taste the local delicacies and experience the laid-back lifestyle of the locals. This tour will give you a memorable and authentic glimpse of Kunming's charm and diversity. 8:30 am Our guide and drive will meet you at your hotel 1st floor lobby. 8:30 am~09:00 am Drive to the foot of Western Hill 09:00 am-12:00 am Take scenic spot public tour bus up to the moutain. Visit the Dragon Gate and enjoy the bird-eye sight of Kunming city. 12:30-13:30 Enjoy lunch at the local folk street. 13:30-17:00 Drive from Western Hill to Yunnan Ethnic Museum(or you can take cable car from hill to there). Visit the museum. Go to Dianchi Lake National Tourism Resort and and have an easy walking along the lake shore, enjoy the beatiful sunset or lake view at west suburb of Kunming. 17:00-17:30 Drive back to your hotel.