4-day Yuanyang & Stone Forest Photograph Tour

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4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This 4 Days Photography Tour combines the most stunning landscapes of Yunnan's natural wonders with ancient culture. From the capital city of Kunming you'll go to the nearby Stone Forest, UNESCO World Heritage Site covering a vast area of Karst formations, to then continue to the world famous Yuanyang's Rice Terraces and the charming old town of Jianshui. Yuanyang’s Rice Terraces of the Hani ethnic minority is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and they attract numerous photography-lovers all year round. During Fall, when the rice rapes, the field turns to be  During the winter months, the terraces are filled with water, every single one of them reflecting the sky, offering dreamlike landscapes as the light changes during the day. Certainly, the winter months from Dec. to March would be the best time to visit Yuanyang.

What's Included

Private transportation and transfers, including pick-up and drop-off, with skilled driver
Accommodation including breakfast (as per chosen category, based on twin-bed room for 2 pax)
24/7 English speaking customer service
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charge
2 bottles of drinking water per day
Lunch
Breakfast
Meals listed in the itinerary
English speaking tour guide
Flight tickets
Chinese visa
Meals not listed in the program
Dynamic Yunnan Show tickets
Personal travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips for tour guide and driver (not requested, but highly appreciated)
Surcharges for upgrades from standard twin-bed rooms to double-bed rooms

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Location Name: Your hotel in Kunming city Return Location: Your hotel in Kunming or Kunming airport

What to expect

Day 1: Kunming-Jianshui
• Jisnhui Ancient City is probably one of the most interesting ancient cities in China, It was historic center of the province and remains an important transportation crossroad. Previously, it has been known as Ling'an.
• Pick you up at 9 am then drive 4 hours to Jianshui  Ancient City, explore Zhu's Family Garden(Zhu Jia Hua Yuan)and Jianshui Confucian Temple (Jianshui wen miao), the second largest Confucian temple in China.

 Day 2: Yuanyang
• In the morning, visit Duofu workshop in the old allies and the historical site Seventeen Span Bridge (shi qi kong qiao), built in Ming Dynasty,  and visit Tuanshan village. These sites are all just out of the city.
• Driving 3 hours to Yuanyang Rice Terraces
• Check in your hotel at Duoyishu

 Day 3: Yuanyang
• Early morning, get a chance to see the sunrise at Duoyishu
• Visit Shengcun markets and Jingkou Hani Museum
• Visit Bada scenic area and trek down to the rice terraces for a spectacular view
• Catch the sunset at Laohuzui scenic spot in Yuanyang

Day 4: Stone Forest-Kunming
• Drive 4 hours to Stone Forest
• Have lunch at a local Yi restaurant
• 2 hours exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site Naigu Stone Forest
• Drop you off at the Kunming train station/airport or your hotel in Kunming

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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Tags

Multi-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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