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6-Day Exploration of Yunnan Xishuangbanna-Kunming Forest Tour is Amazing

Explore the secrets of Yunnan from Xishuangbanna to Kunming, cross the secret forest, tour the natural wonders for six days, and feel the mysterious charm of nature! / 🚩Route suggestions: D1: Dianchi Lake - Haigeng Dam - Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archway - Cuihu Park - Dounan Flower Market - Guandu Ancient Town 🌊Explore the beauty of Dianchi Lake, stroll along the Haigeng Dam, visit the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Pavilion, enjoy the tranquility of Cuihu Lake, savor the colorful flowers of Dounan Flower Market, and finally immerse yourself in the historical charm of Guandu Ancient Town. D2: Dianchi Lake - Dianchi Dam - Mojiang Tropic of Cancer Landmark Park 🌅Revisit Dianchi Lake to experience the magnificence of the dam, and then go to the Mojiang Tropic of Cancer Landmark Park to experience the wonderful intersection of astronomy and geography. D3: Pu'er National Park Xiniuping Scenic Area - Wild Elephant Valley - Gaozhuang Xishuangjing - Starlight Night Market 🐘Travel through Pu'er National Park, explore the wildness of Rhinoceros Ping, and then go to the Wild Elephant Valley to have close contact with elephants. In the evening, visit Gaozhuang Xishuangjing and taste authentic snacks at the Xingguang Night Market. D4: Nannuo Mountain - Xishuangbanna Mengle Cultural Tourism Area - Lancang River and Mekong River Night Song and Dance Bonfire Party ⛰️Climb Nannuo Mountain to appreciate the natural scenery, then visit the Mengle Cultural Tourism Area, and in the evening participate in the Lancang-Mekong River Night Song and Dance Bonfire Party to experience the local culture. D5: Dai Cultural Area - Upgrade to the train back to Kunming 🚆 - Check in to the hotel 🚄Go deep into the Dai cultural area to experience the ethnic customs, then take the train back to Kunming comfortably and check in to the hotel to rest. D6: Kunming - Tourist gathering point - 24-hour airport transfer - End of a pleasant trip 👋Depart from Kunming, head to the tourist gathering point, enjoy 24-hour airport transfer service, and end this unforgettable trip to Yunnan. / Must-see attractions: Wild Elephant Valley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: Sanchahe, Mengyang Town, Jinghong City, 36 kilometers away from Jinghong City ⏰Opening hours: 08:00-18:00 🕰️Play time: 3-5 hours Explore the tropical rainforest and get a chance to experience the charm of elephants up close and see wild elephants! Dianchi Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 1318, Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province ⏰Opening hours: Open all day 🕰️Play time: 2-4 hours The scenery of lakes and mountains complement each other, and the beautiful scenery of the rippling blue waves of Dianchi Lake will surely make you feel relaxed and happy. Xishuangbanna Mengle Cultural Tourism Zone ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: Mannongfeng, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province ⏰Opening hours: 08:00-18:00 🕰️Play time: 2-4 hours This place was rebuilt on the original site of the Jingpiao Buddhist Temple of the ancient Dai Dynasty and has a profound cultural and historical heritage. Gaozhuang Xishuangjing ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 2 Xuanwei Avenue, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province ⏰Opening hours: Open all day 🕰️Play time: 1 day There are not only delicious food and beautiful scenery here, but also charming night scenery. The scenery of the Nine Towers and Twelve Villages is definitely worth seeing. Starlight Night Market ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: Xishuangjing, Gaozhuang, 670 meters southeast of the intersection of Xuanwei Avenue and Manle Road, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province ⏰Opening hours: 18:00-23:30 🕰️Play time: 2-3 hours The Starlight Night Market brings together a variety of delicious snacks and special handicrafts, and is a great place to experience local culture. / Essentials before traveling: 🎒 👕 Clothing: short-sleeved shirts, sun-protective clothing, long pants, and hats to cope with temperature differences and sunlight. 🎫 Documents: ID card, driver's license, student ID, making travel more convenient. 💊Medicine categories: cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, mosquito repellent, just be prepared. 🔋 Accessories: charger, selfie stick, umbrella, make traveling easier. / The tropical charm of Xishuangbanna and the spring city charm of Kunming are double experiences in one trip. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture every beautiful moment!
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Posted: Feb 19, 2025
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