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7 DAYS SOUTHERN YUNNAN’S VERDANT SECRETS

Kunming, Dongchuan, Gaoligong & Tengchong

Off the Beaten

Highlights

  • Experience one of China‘s most innovative, off-the-beaten eco boutique campings
  • Hike the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve of Gaoligong Mountain Nature Reserve, home to rare and endemic species
  • Witness the visually arresting hues of “God’s palette” at Dongchuan Red Land
  • Insights into the forgotten history of the ancient Southern Silk Road
  • Take a dip in the hot springs, learn the fascinating ethnic culture and the vibes of the bucolic ancient town of Heshun

Dubbed “Land of the Southern Clouds”, the beautiful Yunnan province is home to stunning mountains and rich ethnic minority culture.

This journey brings you south into the Gaoligong Mountain, home to half of the nation’s wildlife, as well as its role in jade and amber trade on the Southern Silk Road. Follow the ancient trading routes into the hills of Tengchong, concluding with its famously potent hot springs.

On your way to the remote southern Yunnan, you will also visit the Dongchuan Red Land. Admire its kaleidoscope of vibrant colors across the rugged terrain, casting a spellbinding allure that has captured the dreams of photographers across times.

From

SGD 4,585 Per Person

7 Days 6 Nights
Suitable for Family

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01 ARRIVAL IN KUNMING

Kunming
Nil

Car Transfer: Airport to Hotel

Upon arrival in Kunming, you will be transferred to your accommodation.

Free Time at Leisure

If time permits, you may have the time to explore Kunming at your own pace with a delightful stroll at Bird & Flower Market, Kunming’s city center or admire Yuantong Temple’s intricate Buddhist decor.

Day 02 KUNMING / DONGCHUAN

Dongchuan
Breakfast included

Car Transfer: Kunming to Dongchuan

Drive approximately 250 km / 3.5 hours to Dongchuan at Wumeng mountain plateau.

Sunset at Luoxiagou Valley

This afternoon, enjoy sunset at Luoxiagou Valley (Sunset Valley) overlooking local villages and farmlands.

Day 03 DONGCHUAN / KUNMING / TENGCHONG / GAOLIGONG

Gaoligong
Breakfast & dinner included

Dongchuan’s Scenic Spots

Rise early for sunrise at Damakan to admire the morning mist over the red slopes (weather permitting). You will visit a few more photography spots to seize the changing hues of brightly-coloured fields while observing locals going about their daily life. Dubbed as “God’s palette”, Dongchuan is celebrated for its picturesque red soil, created through iron and aluminium oxidization. It is seasonally covered by melting snow (Jan-Feb), blooming flowers and golden wheat (May-Jun), or white and yellow rape flowers (Sep-Dec).

Car Transfer: Hotel to Airport

Thereafter, we transfer approximately 250 km / 3.5 hours to Kunming airport.

            Fly        Kunming/Tengchong   MU 5720         1525/1640(1h15m)

Car Transfer: Airport to Hotel

On arrival, you will be transferred 53 km / 1.5 hours to your hotel.

Free Time at Leisure

Vinetree Gaoligong Tented Resort is an expedition eco camp with an elevated wooden boardwalk linking tents and public areas, including a wildlife-focused library. Imagine yourself as an intrepid naturalist as you gaze over subtropical rainforest canopy from your private deck. Waste from the resort is taken out of the forest for processing, employees are from nearby local villagers and the chefs use only local ingredients to showcase wonderful Yunnan cuisine.

Day 04 GAOLIGONG

Gaoligong
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included

Activities in Gaoligong

A UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Gaoligong Mountain is home to half of the nation’s wildlife. Enjoy full day at leisure to explore the area. Alternatively, guided activities can be arranged at an additional cost:

  • Historical hiking trails of former Southern Silk Road
  • Guided mountain hike with possible sightings of birds, flying squirrels, gibbons, Phayre leaf monkeys and the elusive red pandas
  • Traditional shadow puppet show and paper parasol painting at nearby villages

Day 05 GAOLIGONG / TENGCHONG

Tengchong
Breakfast included

Car Transfer: Gaoligong to Tengchong

After checking out, you will be transferred to Tengchong.

Beihai Wetland & Dieshu River

Tengchong is one of Southwest China’s oldest region with history dating back to the times of the Western Han dynasty. Visit the Beihai Wetland to appreciate the national wetland reserve before ending your day with a visit to the 46m high volcanic dam waterfall at Dieshu River.

Day 06 TENGCHONG

Tengchong
Breakfast included

Best of Tengchong

Start at Yunfeng Mountain, ranked AA Scenic Areas and #1 peak along the China-Burma border. Enjoy a 1,608m cableway ride, taking in scenic forest views to the mountain peak at 2,449m, where you will visit a Taoist abbey from 1634AD and the ever-flowing wishing spring. This afternoon, you will stroll the cobbled-street Heshun old town, once a jade-trading Silk Road town. Discover the elegant ancestral hall, memorial archway, old railway platform and stone columns before continuing to Rehai Park and dip at the geothermal hot springs (own expense).

Day 07 TENGCHONG / DEPARTURE FROM KUNMING

Nil
Breakfast included

Car Transfer: Hotel to Airport

After breakfast, we transfer to the airport to check-in for your flight home.

Hotels & Tour Price

Recommended Hotels

Indicative Cost Per Person (SGD)

Minimum 2 Pax S$ 5,585
Minimum 4 Pax S$ 4,585
Single Supplement S$ 1,940

Cachet Boutique Hotel Kunming • Keep Time Inn Dongchuan• Vinetree Gaoligong Tented Resort • Bolian Hotel

Kunming

Kunming

Cachet Boutique Hotel

An elegant, comfortable hotel set at Kunming city centre, just 2km from Nanping Pedestrian Street and a walk away from a snack street.

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Dongchuan

Dongchuan

Kepp Time Inn

Located within walking distance to Luoxiagou Valley, this inn is one of the best existing accommodation options, with a distinct modern taste and the owner is a photographer.

Gaoligong

Gaoligong

Vinetree Gaoligong Tented Resort

Just 5km away from the southern border of Gaoligong Mountain National Nature Reserve at average altitude of 2,300m, stay in this expedition guest tents amidst 1,000m elevated trail amidst twining vines, trees and mists for the ultimate nature discovery near the ancient Southern Silk Road.

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Tengchong

Tengchong

The Bolian Resort & SPA Tengchong

The Bolian Resort & SPA Tengchong Heshun is an ideal spot for travellers wanting to discover the city, just a short 2km distance from Heshun Ancient Town. (Opened: 2018; Rooms:35)

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COST INCLUDES:

  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis in hotel as stated on bed & breakfast basis;
  • All transportation & transfer in private vehicle in each city;
  • Local English/Mandarin speaking expert guide in each city;
  • Meals as stated;
  • All entrance fees in sights stated;

COST EXCLUDES:

  • International airfare
  • Lunches & dinners not included in tour program
  • Beverages in restaurants where meals are included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses e.g. telephone bill & laundry
  • Visa (if required)
  • Travel insurance
  • One-way domestic airfare from Kunming to Tengchong.

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