Private pickup and hotel transfer.
Old Town & Rice Terraces
6 Days Kunming - Jianshui - Yuanyang
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A route that works on the ground
Photograph sunrise and sunset across the UNESCO-listed Yuanyang Rice Terraces and discover Jianshui, Hani villages and southern Yunnan culture on a private guided journey.
- Start
- Kunming
- Finish
- Yuanyang
- Travel rhythm
- Overland discovery with clearly marked transfer days
- Best time
- November to March is famous for water-filled terraces and reflections; late spring and early autumn offer greener fields.
Trip Highlights Code: YN-RT06
- Photograph sunrise and sunset over Yuanyang’s rice terraces.
- Meet Hani and Yi communities in mountain villages.
- Walk through historic Jianshui and the Zhu Family Garden.
- Travel privately with an experienced Yunnan guide.
Book with Confidence: Free inquiry, only 10% deposit to confirm, full refund for cancellations up to 15 days prior.
Kunming - Jianshui - Yuanyang
Travel order shown below · schematic, not to scale
- Day 1Arrival in Kunming
- Day 2Kunming to Jianshui
- Day 3Jianshui to Yuanyang
- Day 4Yuanyang Rice Terraces
- Day 5Yuanyang to Kunming
- Day 6Kunming Departure
Travel to Jianshui and tour the Confucius Temple and Zhu Family Garden.
See the Double Dragon Bridge before driving into the terraced mountains.
Full-day photography and village exploration at Duoyishu, Bada and Laohuzui.
A relaxed return journey to Kunming with stops en route.
Private transfer to the airport or railway station.
Planning note for this route
Two nights gives one sunrise and sunset cycle; four to six days is best when combining Jianshui and Kunming. Final train or flight times should be confirmed before fixing the last day; when timings change, sightseeing is shortened instead of adding an unrealistic transfer.
Private Tour Prices
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
2-3 travelersUSD1,1694-5 travelersUSD1,0496+ travelersContact Us
Free Customized Trip InquiryTypical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Kunming
Selected 4-star city hotelJianshui
Selected heritage-style hotelYuanyang
Best available terrace-view hotel
Selected 4-star city hotelJianshui
Selected heritage-style hotelYuanyang
Best available terrace-view hotel
✓ Price Includes
- Domestic airfares and train fares listed in the itinerary
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
- Professional English-speaking local guide
- Selected hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Entrance fees for listed sights
⊘ Price Excludes
- International airfares
- China visa fee if applicable
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
Questions about this itinerary
Where does this tour start and finish?
The planned route starts around Kunming and finishes around Yuanyang. Exact airport, railway-station or hotel transfers are matched to your confirmed arrival and onward tickets.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. The published day order is a workable starting point, not a fixed group schedule. We can change hotel level, walking time, special interests and selected stops while protecting the route logic.
How are weather or road changes handled?
Your local team checks current access before travel. Outdoor sections may move within the itinerary, and mountain or canyon routes can be shortened or replaced when conditions make the original plan unsafe.
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