Yunnan Highlands Local Culture 11-Day Tour (CIT004) Days 1-3
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Day 1: U.S.A. – Hong Kong
Day 2: Hong Kong – Kunming
Kunming Accommodations: Weilong Hotel (4-Star)
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Yunnan: a land of lovely open spaces... |
...stunning mountains... |
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But within Yunnan there is also the beautiful city of Kunming, the "City of Eternal Spring"... |
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...but also historic and traditional... |
...nestled amongst lakes and mountains |
Day 3: Kunming – Shilin (Stone Forest) – Jiuxiang – Kunming
Special Arrangements: authentic Yunnan cuisine—Mushroom Hot Pot (菌菇火锅, Jùngū Huǒguō)
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A panoramic view of part of the Stone Forest |
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Miniature "mountain-and-water" landscapes |
Lush flowers and grass |
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A pavilion affords a fantastic view |
Jagged rock formations |
"Elephant on a Platform" |
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An expert local |
up stairs between |
and through holes in the karst formations |
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Admire the harmony of trees, |
Observe and interact with locals |
Watch local culture performances |
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Fruit and snack vendors |
Vendors selling local fashions |
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Shilin "Traveler Experience" Video Clips
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The view from the pavilion |
Walking through the Stone Forest |
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Ethnic minority dancers |
An ethnic minority singer |
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Next stop: Jiuxiang Scenic Area |
Jiuxiang's Yincui Gorge, |
The gorge rises high above |
Jiuxiang "Traveler Experience" Video Clips
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A boat trip through Yincui Gorge |
The cavern entrance |
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Limestone formations |
An enormous underground chamber |
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Continue on to Yunnan Highlands Local Culture 11-Day Tour Days 4–6


















































