The 10 Best City Tours in Yunnan, China

May 19, 2021 Natalie Tallman

Yunnan is a province of the People's Republic of China, located in the far southwest of the country. It spans approximately 394,000 square kilometres (152,000 sq mi) and has a population of 45.7 million (as of 2009). The capital of the province is Kunming, formerly also known as Yunnan. The province borders the Chinese provinces Guangxi, Guizhou, Sichuan, and the Tibet Autonomous Region, and the countries Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar.
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1. Private City Tour of Lijiang Including Lunch

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Explore Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha village, and Black Dragon Pool on this 8-hour private tour from Lijiang. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a personal English-speaking tour guide to the UNESCO World Heritage listed old town. Learn its rich Naxi ethnic minority culture and wonderful Lijiang attraction highlights.

Inclusions: Professional English and Chinese speaking tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Lunch, Cable car, Entrance fee charge of sites

Exclusions: Personal expense, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities

2. Enjoy like a Local - Kunming Food & Markts tour by Metro

Kunming, Kunming, Yunnan Zomya (Yunnan) International Travel Service
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Getting tired of the crowded and commercial touristy places? What can be experienced in Kunming beside visiting all the landmarks? Where do the Kunming locals usually go for fun?  What and where do the Kunming Locals prefer to eat? Ok, This 5 Hours tour will answer all your questions above and  show you the most authentic way to immerse yourself in the locals' life. The tour will start from your hotel or your accurate position in the downtown of Kunming. You private guide will pick you up and lead you to the largest wet market in Kunming. Wander through the market you may find opportunities to taste many local delicacies. Then you will take the Metro to The Asia's biggest fresh flower market and the night market of Kunming. You will be introduced to 3 different local snacks on the night market. After experiencing hustle and bustle night market, your guide will help you to arrange a Taxi and send you to your hotel/Accurate position upon request.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Private tour, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Reviewed By mohammedarfadurb

We had the most memorable family tour with Zomya travels. We felt everything was great, our guide Xin and driver truly cared about us which was amazing. They did their best to make the trip remarkable. This journey was something we will cherish for many years to come.

3. 12-Day Small Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Kunming and Lijiang

Travel China Guide
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Join this guided 12-day tour of China and visit three of its major cities - Beijing, Xi'an and Guilin and then continue to Kunming and Lijiang - inhabited mostly by ethnic people. Travel in small groups numbering no more than 6 travelers, benefit from the cost-effective group tour price and enjoy the expert service of professional, English-speaking tour guides.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, One-way Economy class airfare of Beijing/Xi'an/ Guilin, Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room, Professional English-speaking guides, Drivers & air-conditioned vehicles, Train fare of Guilin/ Kunming/Lijiang.

Exclusions: International airfares, Entry Visa fees, Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers, Airport drop-off service in Lijiang on Day 12

Reviewed By 283brianneb

Really great experience! Our guide Rocky was really knowledgeable and took some amazing photos for our group. This tour made our trip stress free, leaving us to enjoy the beautiful views.

4. 1 Day Spring City Private Trip

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Guests are able to enjoy the highlighted landscape of Kunming.Sightseeing ship,Hiking activities and local flavor will make you fall in love with Kunming.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Entrance Ticket, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Sightseeing Ship

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Insurance, Performance, Cable Car

Reviewed By Andrew B

I had a 10 hour layover between flights at Kunming, and so organised a city tour of Kunming through OTW. Eric was a fantastic tour guide, we saw a few of the main sights of Kunming including Grand View Park and Dragon Gate, as well as having a fantastic local breakfast. I cannot recommend highly enough and I look forward to coming back and exploring Yunnan for a longer period.

5. One day Kunming leisure city tour

Travel Around Yunnan
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Today’s activity will bring you to see gem of Oriental sculpture - the 500 Arhat sculptures in Bamboo Temple and a beautiful Taoism temple -Black Dragon Pool and the biggest artificial waterfall in the north of Kunming Finally stroll in the flower and bird Market. The tour is including round-trip transfer, Chinese lunch and entrance fee.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By _D5345AR

Forget to report our wonderful journey because of COVID-19. We thoroughly enjoyed our 12 day tour of Yunnan tour with Travel Around Yunnan. Celeste was quick to respond and very helpful when planning our trip. All the guides were knowledgeable and friendly. Our guide in Lijiang, Tony, has been the best ever. He impressed us by the unforgettable trekking tour.We would certainly recommend using TravelArounYunnan.

6. 8 Days Classic Tour to visit most famous Cities of Kunming Dali Lijiang and Shangri-La

China Tour Net

This tour is a complete review of Yunnan. Travel to the popular cities including Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-la. Enjoy the highlights along the way no matter for scenery, local culture, history etc, all will open your eyes about Yunnan. Experience unique night train from Kunming to Dali, a trip on a train definitely adds more adventure, fresh experience and diversity to your trip. Grab your camera, pack your luggage and join us on this fascinating tour. 

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, Ride horse, Professional guide and skill driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Soft bed night train as listed

Exclusions: Gratuities, Dinner, Accommodation

Reviewed By lohamstay

Our entire group had a great experience with your travel agency. We reached safely to our country and we really enjoyed our tour of China and we were really pleased with the excellent arrangements that you made it was seamless across all locations guides were very professional, transport arrangements were excellent and hotels booked were very good and very affordable. This was a fantastic way to see all of the major attractions in China and we highly recommend

7. Private Day Trip of Kunming Panoramic View and Ethnic Minority Culture

ChinaThemeTour

The marvelous natural landscapes and local ethnic minorities’ culture attract travelers from all over the word. On the private customized day tour, you will explore the beautiful Dianchi Lake, climb up to Dragon Gate for a panoramic view of Kunming city, learn about different cultures of 26 ethnic minority groups at Yunnan Nationalities Village Park and Yunnan Nationalities Museum, and enjoy lunch of delicious local food.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional tour guide, Cable car, Chinese Lunch, Hotel pickup & drop-off, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Jay123travel

i watched Shaolin in my childhood. The gate , main gate is the must to visit side. Then is the kungfu show. following with the 'DOJO' the foot steps floor is amazing.

8. Private Day Tour: Kunming Highlight of Stone Forest

ChinaThemeTour

Spend full day with accompany of professional tour guide and private transfer, explore the Kunming Stone Forest known as the 'First Wonder of the World' since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 A.D.), walk around various stones and also experience the local customs. This is the private customized day tour of highlights in Kunming.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional tour guide, Bottled water, Electric car, Local Lunch, Hotel pickup & drop-off, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Jay123travel

i watched Shaolin in my childhood. The gate , main gate is the must to visit side. Then is the kungfu show. following with the 'DOJO' the foot steps floor is amazing.

9. 4-Hour Guided Private Trip: Lijiang Highlights

ChinaThemeTour

Enjoy morning or afternoon departure as per your travel schedule, follow a private tour guide with personalized commentary, you will explore the highlights of Lijiang on this 4-hour guided trip, wander around the Lijiang Old Town, learn the brilliant culture of ethnic minorities, admire the very precious sample of the research on the old-time architecture, visit the crystal lake of Black Dragon Pool, and discover rich Naxi culture at Dongba Culture Research Center.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional tour guide, Bottled water, Government tax, Hotel pickup & drop-off, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Jay123travel

i watched Shaolin in my childhood. The gate , main gate is the must to visit side. Then is the kungfu show. following with the 'DOJO' the foot steps floor is amazing.

10. 1 Day Stone Forest and Jiuxiang Cave with Roast Duck - Charge by Vehicle

Yunnan Taste Tourism Service

This is private transportation service for Stone Forest and Jiuxiang Cave,guests will visit Karst world of Kunming,as well as visit Stone Forest for 4 hours,and visit Jiuxiang Cave for 2 hours. Driver will pick guests up at hotel,airport,train station or any destination in Kunming City.After 90 to 120 mins driving,guests will reach Stone Forest,and start to visit for 3 to 4 hours by themselves.After lunch guests will go to Jiuxiang Cave and visit for 2 hours by themselves.In the end of trip,guests will go to Yiliang roast duck restaurant for dinner.After Dinner,driver will drop guests off at hotel or any destination in Kunming City.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Round-trip private transfer, Private tour, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Petrol, toll, and parking, English Speaking Driver, Chinese Speaking Driver (Call our English Support Team)

Exclusions: Entrance fees (Stone Forest 200 Yuan PP,Jiuxiang Cave 120 Yuan PP), Guide Fee (Guide Service can be arranged upon request ), Food and drinks

Reviewed By alitZ4582FP

Number 1. Mr Eric is a very moody driver , he will not even talk to you unless you ask him something. 2. He wont stop anywhere at all if you want to buy something or see something. 3. He drives so slow and we missed many spots due to his late arrival everywhere. This is china not a remote island of Africa where 280km is covered in 6 to 7 hours. We toured shadian town and kunming city ourselves. And cancelled one trip with him because it was not worth it. Next time will not book with you and do not recommend anyone also

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