One-day tour to Stone Forest Jiuxiang, Kunming, Yunnan
- Explore the wonders of the Stone Forest and discover the charm of nature. (If you need to book services in English or other languages, you can click the link on the right to upgrade to a private tour——Kunming Private Guided Day Tour: Stone Forest & Jiuxiang)
- Jiuxiang, the kingdom of karst caves, boasts stunning underground scenery.
- Visit two scenic spots in one day for a rich and fulfilling itinerary.
- Experience the culture of the Yi ethnic group and enjoy a unique and distinctive flavor.
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What to expect
【Kunming】 Kunming, known as the “Spring City,” enjoys a year-round spring-like climate. The city boasts beautiful natural scenery, including scenic spots like Dianchi Lake and the Western Hills. It has a rich cultural heritage and is home to several ethnic minorities, including the Yi and Hani. Its cuisine is diverse, with Crossing-the-Bridge Noodles being particularly famous. It is a tourist city that combines natural scenery, cultural history, and ethnic customs. Stone Forest: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national 5A-rated scenic spot. It is famous for its karst landforms, with various peaks and strange rocks standing in the scenic area, creating a spectacular view. It has several attractions, including the Major Stone Forest and Naigu Stone Forest, and is known as the “First Wonder of the World” and a “Natural Museum of Modeled Landforms.”

Ashima: The stone peaks in the scenic spot resemble a graceful Yi girl, dressed in Sani ethnic clothing, carrying a basket on her back, and looking into the distance. It is one of the most famous attractions in the Stone Forest and is very popular among tourists.

Jiuxiang: Known for its karst cave landscapes, it has hundreds of caves of varying sizes and is known as the “Museum of Caves.” The scenic area features various attractions such as the Male Lion Hall and the Goddess Palace, which are spectacular and extraordinary. It is an excellent place to explore the underground kingdom and appreciate the miraculous craftsmanship of nature.

Male Lion Hall: The hall has spectacular views. The stalactites at the cave entrance in the south resemble a male lion, hence the name. The hall also houses the Jiuxiang Cave Museum, which displays cave artifacts of ancient humans from 15,000 years ago.






Reviews
Kunming Stone Forest - A Natural Wonder You Can't Miss Just visited the legendary Stone Forest in Kunming, and wow... absolutely mind-blowing! The formations here are nothing short of spectacular. Walking through these towering limestone pillars that have been shaped over millions of years - it's like stepping into another world. Nature's artwork at its finest. Every turn reveals a new perspective, a new angle that makes you stop and stare. The scale and uniqueness of this place are genuinely impressive. It's hard to capture in photos just how magnificent it feels to be surrounded by these ancient rock formations.
The friendly tour guide provides interesting cultural information and willingly shared participants’ queries with everyone. Coach driver can be more friendly and attentive to passengers’ needs.
We were left unattended for 2 hours in a cold, windy morning with no clue whether our trip has been arranged! The PIC told me that I would receive an update the night before 10pm, and went to bed at 1030pm. I woke up in the morning at 530am, and by the time I read the message in Didi, we were already at Nanyao Bus Station by 7am sharp. it mentioned to pick us up from the hotel at 720am to the rendezvous point which is different from Klook’s booking. No bus number, no tour operator. The more shocking part is, if we want a refund, we will be charged CNY50 per pax. From 7am to 815am, 2 different Didi came to pick us (arranged by tour operator) dropped us at different points. They expected us to walk based on map shared which I declined. After we declined, they arranged a Didi to pick us up and send us to another rendezvous point. Worst till, we were told no tour going to Jiuxiang Dong/Shilin, we were then being drove back by Didi to Nanyao Bus Station again.
I found myself in a group of only native Chinese speakers, who were all very kind and welcomed me. A special thanks to Rachel for managing the reservation and to the guide Ju. Thank you for welcoming me.
worth it. tour guide is chirpy and brought us to many places
good guild to explain throughout the trip and very responsible.thanks
the arrangement is good and the coach is comfy!
The whole journey was amazing and the tour guide is very responsive and taking good care of the whole tour. Jiuxiang is really amazing. Highly recommended.
Unfortunately, this tour was way overpriced for the quality provided. The pickup was late, and the guide talked non-stop for the entire 1.5-hour ride, mostly promoting products to buy around the area. The microphone volume was uncomfortably loud, around 95 decibels (more than a nightclub), making it impossible to rest during the trip. The lunch provided was average at best. Overall, not worth the price and quite disappointing compared to expectations.
Good to know
- Pick-up Service Area: Pick-up and drop-off service from meeting points near Kunming Railway Station (Nanyao Bus Station - Gate 1, ZHE Coffee Hotel (Huan Cheng South Road Subway Station Branch), Qiao Xiang Yuan Bridge Rice Noodles (Guomao Branch), etc.). Contact customer service for details.
- Time Arrangement: The group tour departs around 7:00 AM and usually ends around 6:00 PM, returning you to your hotel or the original pick-up point. We will inform you of the meeting time again the day before the trip. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
- Important Notes: The Kunming Stone Forest + Jiuxiang + Boat Tour (15-person group) is available every Saturday and Sunday. Confirmation from customer service is required to ensure the tour group is formed. If the tour group cannot be formed, you can choose to join the Kunming Stone Forest + Jiuxiang (40-person group) or change the travel date. Thank you!
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