Kunming Private Tour to Stone Forest&Jiuxiang Cave with Boat Ride
- 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape urban bustle on this full-day private excursion to two of Kunming’s unmissable natural gems: the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest, a surreal landscape of jagged limestone pillars rising like a stone forest, and the breathtaking Jiuxiang Scenic Region. Wander the iconic Stone Forest with an English-speaking guide, who shares fascinating tales and spots the best photo vantage points for you. Then head to Jiuxiang, where you’ll glide through dramatic karst caves, meander past crystal-clear river valleys and cascading waterfalls via elevator, boat and chairlift, while uncovering the unique customs and cultures of local Yi and Hui ethnic minorities. This private tour includes an English-speaking guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, all entrance fees, Jiuxiang’s elevator, boat and chairlift rides, and door-to-door hotel transfers.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off(For hotels in Kunming city) with private vehicle
- Professional guide
- Elevator and Chairlift at Jiuxiang Scenic Region
- Boat Ride at Jiuxiang Cave
- Entrance fee
What's not
- Gratuities
- Meals
Itinerary
Your English-speaking guide and private driver will pick you up from your hotel in Kunming city, then take you to the first stop of the day — Stone Forest. This private tour includes an English-speaking guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, all entrance fees, Jiuxiang’s elevator, boat and chairlift rides, and door-to-door hotel transfers. Lunch is not included, but your guide will recommend local authentic restaurants nearby, and you only need to pay for your own meal. The driving distance from Kunming urban area to Stone Forest is about 90 kilometers, taking approximately 1.5 hours.
Feature: A surreal and majestic landscape composed of jagged limestone pillars, forming a natural "stone forest" that has stood for millions of years. With your English-speaking guide, you will wander through the winding paths of the Stone Forest, admire the unique shapes of the limestone pillars (some resembling animals, some like human figures), listen to fascinating historical and mythological stories behind each iconic rock formation, and the guide will help you find the best vantage points to take stunning photos that capture the grandeur of this natural wonder. After exploring Stone Forest, you will take the private vehicle to Jiuxiang Scenic Region. The driving distance between Stone Forest and Jiuxiang is about 70 kilometers, taking roughly 1.5 hours.
Feature: A spectacular karst landscape integrating mysterious caves, clear river valleys and beautiful waterfalls, offering a cool and magical escape from the heat. Accompanied by your guide, you will use the elevator, boat and chairlift to explore the stunning karst caves, meander along the banks of clear river valleys, and admire the cascading waterfalls. Your guide will share interesting facts about the karst landform’s formation, as well as the unique customs and cultures of the local Yi and Hui ethnic minorities living around the scenic area, ensuring you fully experience the charm of Jiuxiang. After the tour of Jiuxiang, your driver and guide will take you back to your hotel in Kunming city, marking the end of the day’s excursion.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kunming
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 182 experiences we list in Kunming.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kunming
Kunming, the capital of Yunnan, is a mild highland city beside Lake Dian, known in China as the City of Eternal Spring.
Kunming stands about 1,900 metres above sea level on the Yunnan plateau, and its mild, sunny climate has earned it the name Spring City. Lake Dian, the largest lake in Yunnan, lies just south of the centre. Green Lake Park and Yuantong Temple, a Buddhist temple built around a pond with a pavilion in its middle, are in the heart of town, while the Western Hills rise over the lake with the cliffside Dragon Gate.
Top-ranked sights in Kunming: Green Lake Park Kunming, Kunming Dragon Gate.
