6-Day Ultimate Kunming and Surrounding Areas Travel Guide

Hey guys! The 6-day treasure itinerary for Kunming and nearby areas is here! Enjoy dinner shows with singing and dancing, watch the horse caravan and Jianghu performances, and get your travel and aerial vlog all arranged. Choose from three intangible cultural heritage activities + Xizhou horse carriage + Impression Lijiang 5A cableway experience, plus a complimentary live show of "Impression Lijiang." The whole group will also receive a drone video—quick code!
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🚗 Itinerary Route:
This trip is packed with activities, allowing you to visit tons of attractions within a limited time~
D1: ✈️ Depart and arrive at Kunming Airport, then wait for the guide to pick you up and head to the hotel. After checking in, enjoy free time!
👉🏻 Upon arrival in the Spring City, freely explore Kunming city.
D2: 🌄 Kunming -> Stone Forest Scenic Area -> Small Stone Forest Scenic Area - Ashima
👉🏻 Discover the wonders of the Stone Forest, check in at Ashima turned to stone, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship.
D3: 🌸 Dali Ideal Garden -> Xizhou -> Xizhou Wheat Field -> Erhai Ecological Corridor -> Nanzhao Xi City -> Taihe City Ruins, including travel photography * aerial vlog + three intangible cultural heritage options + Xizhou horse carriage
👉🏻 Stroll through Ideal Garden, ride a horse carriage in Xizhou, cycle along the Erhai Ecological Corridor, and immerse yourself in Bai culture and intangible heritage charm.
D4: 🏯 Dali Ancient Town -> Jade Dragon Snow Mountain -> Glacier Park Cableway -> "Impression Lijiang" show -> Lijiang Ancient Town -> Lijiang Dongba Culture Museum, with a complimentary large-scale live epic "Impression Lijiang" show and a drone video for the whole group
👉🏻 Climb Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, watch the live "Impression Lijiang" show, enjoy a night tour of Lijiang Ancient Town, and explore Dongba culture.
D5: 🏞️ Shuhe Ancient Town -> Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (second visit) -> Lijiang Eternal Love
👉🏻 Visit Shuhe Ancient Town, climb Jade Dragon Snow Mountain again, and watch "Lijiang Eternal Love" in the evening, featuring singing, dancing, dinner, and horse caravan Jianghu performances—super stunning!
D6: 🛫 Kunming -> ✈️ 24-hour airport transfer -> End of trip
👉🏻 Carrying full memories, head home and look forward to the next trip!
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Must-Visit Attractions:
Stone Forest Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🗺️ Address: Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, Shilin Avenue
⏰ Opening Hours: 07:30-18:00
⏳ Duration: 3-4 hours
💡 The bizarre stone peaks are like a painting, with breathtaking views at every step!
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🗺️ Address: Xuehua Village, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
⏰ Opening Hours: 05:40-16:40
⏳ Duration: 1 day
💡 Thirteen peaks covered in snow, the sacred mountain of the Naxi people is truly magical!
Lijiang Eternal Love 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🗺️ Address: No. 88 Yuxing West Road, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
⏰ Opening Hours: Not specified
⏳ Duration: 1-3 hours
💡 Rich Tea Horse Road culture, with an electrifying ethnic performance!
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🌤️ Travel Essentials: Kunming October Dressing Guide
👗 Clothing: Thin long sleeves + windbreaker are a must; big temperature difference by Dianchi Lake in the morning and evening; bring a bright shawl for great photos
🧢 Accessories: Sun hat + sunglasses + sunscreen trio; strong high-altitude UV can cause peeling
💊 Health Kit: Stomach medicine for rice noodle challenges, motion sickness patches for Stone Forest mountain roads, band-aids to prevent shoe blisters
📱 Electronics: Choose a 20,000mAh power bank, bring a telephoto lens for seagull shots, apply for Yunnan health code in advance
🎫 Documents: Carry your ID card, student ID for half-price entry to ethnic villages, driver’s license for easier car rental
🍫 Snacks: Chocolate to prevent low blood sugar, thermos with hot tea, small packs of nuts for on-the-go energy without bulk
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