Destinations: Kunming, Jinghong
Dive into China's only tropical rainforest ecosystem, featuring wildlife spotting, canopy walks, and vibrant ethnic cultures of the Dai and Hani people.
Best Season: Winter (November-February) – dry season, mild weather (20-28°C)
Entry City: Kunming (direct international flights from Bangkok, Singapore, Seoul; connecting flights from Europe/North America)
Accommodation Standard: 4-star hotels in Kunming/Jinghong; rainforest lodges near national parks (screened rooms, AC, Wi-Fi
Day 1: Arrival in Kunming
Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport; private transfer to city hotel (30 mins).
Evening: Welcome dinner with Yunnan cuisine (cross-bridge rice noodles demonstration). Overnight in Kunming.
Day 2: Kunming Highlights & Transfer to Xishuangbanna
09:00-12:00: Stone Forest Scenic Area – UNESCO-listed karst stone formations (2h drive from Kunming); guided hike (2km, easy) with English commentary.
12:30-13:30: Lunch at Stone Forest restaurant (ethnic Yi dishes).
14:00: Return to Kunming; transfer to Kunming South Railway Station.
16:00-21:00: High-speed rail to Xishuangbanna (Jinghong) (5h, business class seats); private transfer to Jinghong hotel. Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 3: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
08:30-09:30: Drive to Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden (40 mins).
09:30-12:30: Guided tour of East/West Areas – visit orchid garden, palm garden, medicinal plant garden; learn about tropical flora.
12:30-13:30: Lunch at garden restaurant (buffet with tropical fruits).
13:30-16:30: Explore rainforest greenhouse, lotus lake, and rare plant conservation area; optional bird-watching tour (binoculars provided).
17:30: Return to Jinghong; visit Dai Park – watch traditional dance performance.
18:30: Dinner at Dai restaurant (grilled fish, sticky rice). Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 4-6: Tropical Rainforest National Park
Day 4: Wangtian TreeScenic Area
08:00: Drive to Wangtian Tree Park (2h).
10:00-12:00: "Water-Land-Air" experience – boat cruise on Nanla River (1h), walk through rainforest trail (3km, easy), cross 36m-high canopy walkway .
12:30: Lunch at park restaurant.
14:00-16:00: Rainforest exploration card activity – identify plants/insects, handcraft souvenir.
17:00: Drive back to Jinghong. Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 5: Jinuo Mountain Rainforest Trekking
08:00: Depart for Jinuo Mountain (1h drive); meet local Jinuo guide.
09:00-12:00: Moderate rainforest trekking (6km) – cross streams, climb gentle slopes, learn about medicinal plants, spot wildlife (monkeys, birds) .
12:30: Lunch at Jinuo village (traditional village feast).
13:30-15:00: Visit Jinuo Ethnic Museum, watch drum dance performance, try local rice wine.
16:00: Return to Jinghong. Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 6: Wild Elephant Valley
08:30: Drive to Wild Elephant Valley (40 mins).
09:00-11:30: Visit elephant breeding center – watch baby elephants bathe, feed elephants (under supervision).
12:00: Lunch at valley restaurant.
13:00-15:30: Walk through elephant corridor (3km) – chance to see wild elephants (best time: afternoon); visit butterfly garden and snake museum.
16:30: Return to Jinghong. Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 7: Manfeilong Pagoda & Dai Water Town
09:00-11:30: Visit Manfeilong Pagoda (1h drive) – 13th-century Buddhist pagoda complex, scenic lake views.
12:00: Lunch at nearby Dai village.
13:30-16:30: Explore Dai Water Town – traditional stilted houses, bamboo weaving workshops, boat ride on canals.
17:30: Return to Jinghong; free evening to explore Jinghong Night Market (tropical fruits, handicrafts). Overnight in Jinghong.
Day 8: Return to Kunming
08:00: High-speed rail from Jinghong to Kunming (5h); private transfer to Kunming hotel.
16:00-18:00: Optional Kunming exploration – Green Lake Park, flower market.
18:30: Farewell dinner in Kunming. Overnight in Kunming.
Day 9: DepartureMorning: Private transfer to Kunming Airport according to flight schedule.
