Kunming- Yuanyang(L)

Yuanyang Rice Terraces - Meet your private guide in the hotel’s lobby in Kunming and head directly to Yuanyang Rice Terraces, a journey of about 5.5 hours. Relax and take in the scenery along the way.

Yuanyang is famous for its rice terraces, considered the world’s largest and most spectacular, created by the Hani people over a thousand years ago and still in use today. These rice farmers practiced ecology and land preservation long before these concepts were globally recognized. Today, these terraced fields, known as ‘land sculpture,’ are officially recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage site.

Bada Terrace - Upon arrival, choose the sites that interest you most and set off to explore. Typically, you will start from Qingkou Village, a key area for the World Culture Heritage Site designation. It maintains a complete ecosystem of forests, water systems, mountain villages, and terraces. Follow your tour guide to explore their Mushroom House and learn about the Hani people’s unique cultural customs, production methods, and lifestyle.

Spend the rest of the day at Bada Terrace, the largest attraction in terms of acreage in Yuanyang Terraces and known for its stunning sunset views.

Afterwards, you will be transferred to your hotel in Yuanyang.

Yuanyang-Jianshui (B, L)

Double Dragons Bridge - After lunch, head to Jianshui and relax during the 3-hour ride. Upon arrival, visit Double Dragon Bridge.

Double Dragons Bridge, first built during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), now features 17 arches and 3 pavilions. It is the largest ancient multiple-arch bridge with the highest artistic value, combining the main characteristics of Chinese bridges with formative arts. It showcases the superb skill and wisdom of the local people in southern Yunnan.

Stroll around the area with your tour guide. If you wish to stay longer to catch the sunset, just inform your guide.

Afterwards, you will be transferred to your hotel in Jianshui.

Jianshui-Kunming (B,L)

Jianshui Ancient City - Meet your tour guide in your hotel’s lobby and start your day with a walking tour of Jianshui Ancient City.

Built during the Tang Dynasty (618-907), Jianshui is renowned for its grain and sugarcane and is a fascinating place with a mix of central plains and border cultures. With over 100 ancient temples, 50 ancient bridges, and 56 state-protected cultural relics, Jianshui is known as “the Museum of Ancient Constructions,” highlighting ancient Chinese culture and art.

Follow your tour guide to explore the major attractions in Jianshui Ancient City.

Jianshui Confucius Temple - Spend some time visiting Jianshui Confucius Temple. With a history of over 600 years, it is the third-largest Confucius temple after those in Qufu and Beijing. Stroll around the halls and courtyards with your guide, learn about the symbolic significance of the architecture, and visit memorial archways, pavilions, palaces, and memorial temples. Discover Confucius’ life and many other historical and cultural items related to Confucius and his culture.

Zhu’s Family Garden (Zhu Jia Huayuan) - Continue to Zhu’s Family Garden, a large-scale residential complex from the Qing Dynasty, known as the “Grand View Garden at the Southwest Border of China.” It features about 42 courtyards and 214 rooms. Stroll around the halls and gardens, and admire its steep ridge eaves, painted beams, intricate painted ceilings, and exquisite elegance.

• Entrance fee
• Lunch
• English speaking tour guide
• Bottled water
• Breakfast
• Travel by private vehicle
• Overnight accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share if choose the option

• Gratuites
• Accommodation if you choose to have the tour only