Location: Kunming
Top Things to do in Kunming
Top Restaurants in Kunming
- 1. QingNiao Western Restaurant (CuiHu Dian)
- 2. French Cafe (Wenlin Shop)
- 3. Salvador's Coffee House
- 4. Dian Yue Tie Road Theme Restaurant —— HuoCheNanZhan 1910
- 5. The Wicker Basket Bakery Restaurant
- 6. HongDou Yuan (WenLin Jie)
- 7. O'Reilly's Irish Pub
- 8. JianXinYuan (BaoShanJie)
- 9. Lost Garden Restaurant
- 10. As you like.
The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Kunming, Yunnan
Kunming is the capital and largest city of Yunnan province in southwest China. Known as Yunnan-Fu until the 1920s, today it is a prefecture-level city and the political, economic, communications and cultural centre of the province as well as the seat of the provincial government. Kunming is also called the Spring city due to its weather. The headquarters of many of Yunnan's large businesses are in Kunming. It was important during World War II as a Chinese military center, American air base, and transport terminus for the Burma Road. Located in the middle of the Yunnan–Guizhou Plateau, Kunming is located at an altitude of 1,900 metres (6,234 feet) above sea level and at a latitude just north of the Tropic of Cancer. Kunming has as of 2014 a population of 6,626,000 with an urban population of 4,575,000, and is located at the northern edge of the large Lake Dian, surrounded by temples and lake-and-limestone hill landscapes.
Restaurants in Kunming
1. Yunnan Photography Trip- Kunming, Luoping, Yuanyang, Jianshui
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Yunnan in early spring is a paradise of blooming flowers. We will enjoy the scene of thousands of acres of rapeseed blooming, spectacular and beautiful. And also, Yunnan is rich in cultural prosperity. We will explore along the ancient Tea-horse road to realise the life trajectory of Yunnan people and customs of all minority nationalities.
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Reviewed By Elena_gltan
I have travelled with YAT Travel since 2018 and the places that I went with them are North-East China, Harbin, Heilongjiang, Guizhou, West Sichuan and the most recent one that I went is the Silk Road and North Xinjiang. All together they were 3 long tours, all covering more than 20 days in each trip. I find this travel agency reliable and they deliver what were promised in the itineraries. They guides that were assigned to us are passionate and responsible in their duties..namely Zach and Jason whom I have the privilege to meet. Both of them went all the way out to make sure their guests are comfortable and well taken care of. If not for the pandemic the whole world is facing now, I would have gone with YAT for my fourth trip and that is to Yunnan Photography Tour in March this year. When the trip was cancelled due to the pandemic our deposits were promptly refunded by the company to our much relieved. If you plan to see China as a traveller and not seeing the usual touristy stuff which is often jam packed and very commercialised I would highly recommend YAT Travel. They will bring you to see the real interesting China and not forgetting to mention the delicious local food they bring to.
2. Kunming Private Day Tour to Dali City Highlights by Bullet Train
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience Dali city highlights at your own pace on a private tour from Kunming by bullet train. Be greeted by a local private tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, visit and explore the must-see attractions like Chongsheng Three Pagodas, Dali Ancient Town, Erhai Lake and Xizhou Ancient Town. Tour includes all entrance fees, lunch, transportation, train tickets and of course a private guide to provide information and take you through Dali. You can choose to end your tour in Dali or return Kunming.
Inclusions: Private Tour, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off(for hotels in Kunming City), Bottled water, Lunch, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance Fee, Train Tickets, Boat ride at Erhai
Exclusions: Gratuities, Accommodation
Reviewed By msouza3887
Great way to see both the Stone Forest and the Jiuxiang Cave in the same day. You would be hard pressed to do both in a single day without a driver taking you there. Alot of walking involed but the sights are spectacular!
3. 1-Day Kunming Culture Tour
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Our tour takes place in Kunming, capital of Yunnan province and a historical and cultural city. People around China also call her “Spring City” because her climate is like spring all year round. The Nationalities village is a huge park that reunites Yunnan’s 26 ethnic groups and where you can learn a lot about their culture and traditions. Close by are the Western Hills, where you can visit the temples carved on the side of a natural cliff and admire a big panoramic view of Kunming and Dianchi lake. Next to the dragon gate you will also find the largest Taoist grotto of Yunnan. Highlights: • Western Hill and Dragon Grotto: temples on the side of a natural cliff, the largest Taoist grotto of Yunnan, big panoramic view of Kunming city and Dianchi lake. • Nationalities Village: Learn about Yunnan’s 26 ethnic groups way of life, architecture, clothing and traditions.
Inclusions: 2 bottles of local drinking water per person per day, Experienced private English-speaking tour guides, Private transportation with skilled driver, Supplement for the tour guide (meals), 24/7 English-speaking customer services, Government taxes
Exclusions: Flight tickets, Chinese visa, Lunch, Personal travel insurance, Personal expenses, Tips for tour guide (not requested, but highly appreciated)
Reviewed By Luke_huihui
Just returned home from our first Yunnan trip. Kaylee at Wonders of Yunnan arranged everything for us and provided many useful tips. As a result, we had a great time in Yunnan and it certainly exceeded our expectation. Will definitely use the service of Wonders of Yunnan again when we visit the region next time. Well done!
4. Private Tour: Stone Forest and Flower Birds Market with Lunch
Kunming, famous as the "Spring City" of reputation (annual average temperature 16.5C), and it's the capital of Yunnan province. If you have the opportunity to visit Yunnan Kunming, don’t miss go to Stone Forest and the interesting Flower Birds Market.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities
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
5. Private Stone Forest Biking Tour including Exploring Ethnic Villages
Join in the full-day tour to bike and explore the fantastic Stone Forest ethnic villages with a lunch at a local Sani family or a popular local restaurant. You'll be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle from Kunming to the Stone Forest. You'll get a bike and start biking along countryside roads. You will stop and visit the villages and trek up to limestone formations. You'll see the elders dressing in traditional custom weaving cloth in traditional methods and see the farmers working in the corn and tobacco fields when you bike along the peaceful countryside. You'll also not miss herds of goats and horses.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kunming City, English-speaking tour guide, Private transfer by air-conditioned car/bus, Lunch at a local popular restaurant/local family, Lunch, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By greggyalkey
If you answered yes to this question, then this tour is for you. I was met by my host at my hotel and shown around the many delicious parts of Kunming. There was a lot of spicy and hot street food to enjoy. My host was knowledgeable about Kunming and very proud of their city. It was a great half-day spent enjoying this vibrant and noisy city. The weather is always good in Kunming too.
6. Full Day Private Kunming Sedan Chair Snow Mountain Tour
Venture out of Kunming city on this guided, private tour to explore the majestic Kunming Sedan Chair (Jiaozi) Snow Mountain. This full day tour will familiarize you with the only place in the Kunming region where you can find snow. This tour includes transfer by a private vehicle and lunch box as well.
Inclusions: 2 bottled water per traveler, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (downtown Kunming hotels only), Transport by private 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.
7. 1-Day Stone Forest Geological Park Private Tour with the Lunch from Kunming
Visit the fascinating UNESCO world heritage Stone Forest. A forest literally made of stone. Your guide will explain the legend behind these incredible natural structures. Tour is private and includes comfortable transfers by car. You will be picked up and dropped off from Your Kunming hotel Highlights: 1.Explore the incredible Stone Forest. 2.Enjoy expert commentary from your local guide.
Inclusions: 1. Round trip transfers in a private car, 2. Private tour guide service, Lunch, Entrance ticket
Exclusions: Personal expenses
Reviewed By ericmQ5744JJ
This was our second time to Yunnan province and our first time to Dali and this tour made us fall in love with Dali! We were staying in kunming for a 3 day weekend and decided to go to Dali for the day, this tour gives you all it promises and more. It was very easy to book and communicate with the company via WeChat. Even though it was a holiday and we only gave them a few hours notice (not to mention the middle of a pandemic) they arranged everything quickly and hassle free. Everything from that day (from leaving our hotel room in the morning to returning to our hotel at night) was extremely simple thanks to the tour company. Our tour guide, Linda, was the best tour guide we have ever had! She helped us with everything and showed us the real Dali, her English is extremely good so make sure you ask for Linda if you go! Even though we already did this trip, we would definitely do it again without hesitation! Also the lunch is absolutely out of this world, make sure you choose the traditional Dali Chinese food option it is so good and let's you taste real traditional local food.
8. 4days private tour Stone forest Yuanyang Terrace Jianshui old town from Kunming
The private tour is only for your group, you will visit the Unique of the world Stone forest, Yuyang Terrace trekking to see sunrise and Sunset with beautiful view of countryside, stay in the local boutique guest house in Yuanyang for 2night and 1 night hotel in Jianshui city, visit the Zhujia Garden imposing Qing style residential complex architecture. Here you will be not only amazed by the combination of the courtyards and architectures, and learn the confucianism at the 2nd biggest Confucius temple in Jianshui old town, night tour in the old town, visit Local Toufu factory. It will start from Kunming city and end at Kunming airport (need flight take off afternoon 16:00pm)/ Kunming bullet train station(need train depart after 16:00) or Kunming hotel.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, English/Chinese speaking guide, Private transfers, Accommodation with breakfast, 2 bottles of water p.p per day, Entrance fee
Exclusions: Tips, Personal things, Dinner, All flights, train tickets, Accommodation in Kunming city
Reviewed By 630johank
I had booked this private tour with Viator (written confirmation, with date, time, hotel name and pick-up). The operator/guide never showed up, and couldn’t be reached on the designated phone number, despite several tries. Neither I nor Viator could reach them. An hour later they returned my calls and said “I don’t think we have any tours planned today.” (Viator has refunded the tour-cost.)
9. Private car/van service to Kunming Stone forest day tour no guide
Kunming stone forest is about 92 kilometers far away from Kunming city, it is a 5 A tourist site also it’s listed into UNESCO World Heritage Sites The tall rocks seem to arise from the ground in a manner somewhat reminiscent of stalagmites, or with many looking like petrified trees, thereby creating the illusion of a forest made of stone. An old local goes that if you have visited Kunming without seeing the Stone Forest means you never been to Yunnan then you know how important it is, every day lots of people from all over the world would like to visit it. Today our driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby in Kunming city center or a pointed place in Kunming city, pls let us know your hotel name and address so we can pick you up. Due to Driver can speak only Chinese but don't worry as China tour operator are happy to help you for any questions pls welcome to contact with us. In Stone forest parking driver will stop in the same place, if you can not find him pls call our operator.
Inclusions: Private transfers, 1 bottle of water p.p per day
Exclusions: Guide, Tips, Entrance fee to Stone forest CNY 155 p.p, Lunch/Dinner
Reviewed By 630johank
I had booked this private tour with Viator (written confirmation, with date, time, hotel name and pick-up). The operator/guide never showed up, and couldn’t be reached on the designated phone number, despite several tries. Neither I nor Viator could reach them. An hour later they returned my calls and said “I don’t think we have any tours planned today.” (Viator has refunded the tour-cost.)
10. Private 8-day Tour in Yunnan:Kunming, Dali, Shangri-La and Lijiang!
Yunnan, which refers to “the place south of the colorful clouds”, is the most southwest province of China. It is a land of various ethnic groups, landscapes, natural scenery, creatures, etc where one could taste the most aspects of our planet. With the assistance of the knowledgeable guide, this 8-day adventure is a great opportunity to pursue an in-depth exploration of Yunnan, including the amazing stone forest, the towns with a long history of more than one thousand years, the famous Chongsheng Three Pagodas, the peaceful Erhai Lake and the breathtaking Jade Dragon Snow Mountain! We are sure you can create an impressive memory and have once-in-a-lifetime experience by joining this trip. 1.Explore the stone forest and huge limestone karst formations 2.Visit unique pagodas in China 3.Visit one of the longest, deepest and narrowest gorges in the world 4.Explore the breathtaking Snow Mountain 5.Visit several distinctive ancient towns
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, 7 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation, Experienced local English-speaking tour guide, Entrance to attractions listed in the itinerary, Bullet train tickets from Kunming to Dali and Lijiang to Kunming
Exclusions: Flight tickets, Gratuities
Reviewed By susiening
Very impressive, especially the building, designed by I M Pei. Also the palace adjacent to the museum with historical significance, all in all, enjoyable visit if you are interested in Chinese ancient art and history.
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