Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1USD = 6.70CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Spring brings mild temperatures and blooming flowers.
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Top things to do in Kunming
Klook China Yunnan Private Custom Tour (Kunming/Dali/Lijiang/Shangri-La/Xishuangbanna/Pu'er/Tengchong/Jianshui, etc.)
Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free
Klook Private Customized Tours in Mainland China
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
Free
Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Tour with Tickets
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English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 69.25
Kunming Stone Forest Day Tour (Group Tour)
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 57.50
Kunming Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake Day Tour
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
From
US$ 50.65
[Private Group] 6-Day Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La Resort Tour
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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
Private group
Instant confirmation
From
US$ 861.05
Yunnan 6-Day Jade Dragon Snow Mountain & Dali Old Town Tour
Free cancellation
From
US$ 361.35
From
US$ 494.30
Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Experience
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
From
US$ 58.69
Kunming Jueyan
Free cancellation
US$ 18.69
Transport in Kunming
Kunming City, Yunnan Private Car Charter Day Tour
Free cancellation
From
US$ 91.09
Kunming｜Kunming Changshui International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Bestseller
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US$ 21.90
Kunming to Lijiang China High Speed Rail
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US$ 47.49
US$ 26.25
Hotels in Kunming
Shangri-La Kunming
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From
US$ 91.37
Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
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From
US$ 55.63
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu
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From
US$ 38.13
US$ 39.01
Shilin Hotel
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From
US$ 18.94
Grand Hyatt Kunming
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From
US$ 204.79
M Hotel
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From
US$ 35.39
Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel
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From
US$ 34.92
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FourPoints by Sheraton Kunming City Centre Hotel
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From
US$ 117.78
Kunming M Hotel (Nanping Pedestrian Street Jinma Bijifang)
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From
US$ 54.81
VX Hotel (Kunming Railway Station)
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From
US$ 41.88
Junao Hotel Nanping Pedestrian Street Branch
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US$ 18.01
US$ 18.19
Kunming Hidden House Hotel
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From
US$ 21.78
Reviews of Kunming activities
Phimprapai *********
2026-04-28 12:07:02
Great driver with careful and attention and smooth driving all along,pick up on time on where he dropped us off.Very helpful in many occasions although communications were through telephone translate,no hesitate to reccomend the operator of K look to friends if they need services.
Klook User
2026-07-11 06:16:45
clean room and location is superb. 7-11 is nearby, 10 minutes walk to train station. Breakfast can be improved.
Klook User
2026-03-22 05:55:49
this hotel located in center , very convenience to travel any place, room clean and staff nice , recommend !
Ting ********
2026-04-06 13:45:57
fantastic breakfast. room was clean and nicely designed. comfortable bed. service and attention of staff are excellent. right next to the shopping district.
Klook User
2026-04-10 02:52:26
transport access:100
hotel location:100, perfect
service:100
cleanliness:100
breakfast:not provided
Cathleen *******
2026-08-31 03:02:32
I solo-traveled across Yunnan—Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La—and as someone with limited Mandarin knowledge and zero bandwidth to plan an itinerary, booking this trip through Klook was the absolute best decision!
They took care of everything from end to end: seamless, on-time pick-ups & drop-offs, train, admissions & hotel booking . I appreciated the dedicated WeChat group coordination, where YiAn provided helpful updates on the weather & timely reminders for big activities like heading up to Shangri-La or visiting Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Stripping away all the logistical stress lifted a massive mental load, allowing me to truly rest, recharge, & enjoy what was a much-needed break.
I want to offer a very special commendation to Master Yang, who was my driver for the leg of the trip from Dali to Shangri-La. He went far and beyond his duties as a driver, seamlessly stepping in as an incredible local guide who introduced me to experiences I never would have discovered on my own.
Klook用戶
2026-09-04 11:45:05
We were extremely satisfied with this trip. The travel agency was very responsible and responded quickly; they also arranged special requests very promptly. All the luxury hotels we stayed in were very clean, and the soft furnishings were beautiful and antique. We were also particularly pleased with our driver, Master Li*Bao (Yun P93466). As a local, he has a deep understanding of Yunnan and was able to introduce us to various unique aspects of Yunnan and its ethnic minorities at any time. He was very friendly and enthusiastic. The commercial vehicle he drove was also very comfortable, and his driving skills were excellent; even though we had long journeys, we never felt uncomfortable. The daily schedule for attractions and outings was very reasonable. Overall, I would recommend the luxury private tour.
LI *******
2026-07-23 02:25:49
The 8-day Dali trip was a great experience.The itinerary was well-planned and smooth,and the scenery at Erhai lake was truly stunning.
Thaddues ***************
2026-04-18 04:29:59
We booked for 3 pax for April 2026. 7 others joined us to make up the group. Itenery covered as mentioned with sufficient free time given to explore the places we visited.
Klook handled the picking up from the Train Station on Arrival to sending us to the Airport for Departure, promptly and timely at our schedule. Kudos. In this respect, hats off to the coordinator Winnie (小小舟) for doing the planning work for us. She had patience and guided us along from the point we made contact, enquired about packages, the details in between, to our booking, arrival and departure effortlessly.
For the tour, we travelled on the same vehicle throughout our journey. For the first 3 days of the tour, we had an amicable and pleasant guide with the name 杨雪梅. We knew at once she had passion for this job. Thanks for the great photos & good angles despite the crowds and also information that helped us appreciate our tour better. The next 3 days, Maka was our guide. He was loud but respectful & helpful.
Kunming at a glance
Quick facts about Kunming
General info
What to know before visiting Kunming
Quick snapshot of Kunming and what people book
Kunming draws most bookings for parks & gardens, followed by tours and attraction passes, with a steady year-round interest that peaks in spring. Demand data shows clear highs and lows through the year, so activities here pulse between busy and quiet months.
When to visit for crowds and prices
According to Klook booking data, demand peaks in April while August is the quietest month. Prices move differently from demand: they’re typically highest in August and dip to their lowest in September, so the costliest month is not the busiest. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for September or other trough months; if you prefer that lively peak-season atmosphere, April is when the city is busiest.
Tips for travellers
Most experiences in Kunming can be booked close to arrival—Klook’s booking patterns show many travellers secure activities only a day or two ahead, with typical lead times around one day and some bookings made last-minute. If you’re visiting in April (the busiest month), consider booking a few days earlier for popular tours and park entry to avoid missing out. Use Klook to check availability and lock in activities a little ahead when travelling during peak periods.
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