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Klook China Yunnan Private Custom Tour (Kunming/Dali/Lijiang/Shangri-La/Xishuangbanna/Pu'er/Tengchong/Jianshui, etc.)
Tours • From Kunming, Lijiang

Klook China Yunnan Private Custom Tour (Kunming/Dali/Lijiang/Shangri-La/Xishuangbanna/Pu'er/Tengchong/Jianshui, etc.)

Private tour
Private group
★ 4.7 (140) • 3K+ booked
Free
Klook Private Customized Tours in Mainland China
Tours • From Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang

Klook Private Customized Tours in Mainland China

Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
500+ booked
Free
Kunming Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake Day Tour
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake Day Tour

Book now for tomorrow
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.7 (102) • 800+ booked
₱ 3,170
[Private Group] 6-Day Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La Resort Tour
Tours • Lijiang

[Private Group] 6-Day Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La Resort Tour

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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
Private group
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (68) • 600+ booked
From ₱ 53,907
Kunming Stone Forest Day Tour (Group Tour)
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest Day Tour (Group Tour)

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.6 (30) • 400+ booked
₱ 3,600
Performance of "Yunnan Impressions"
Attraction passes • Kunming

Performance of "Yunnan Impressions"

★ 4.6 (5) • 100+ booked
₱ 1,543
8-Day Tour of Yunnan Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La
Tours • From Kunming

8-Day Tour of Yunnan Kunming, Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La

★ 4.1 (15) • 100+ booked
From ₱ 30,948
Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Tour with Tickets
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Tour with Tickets

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English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 3.7 (3)
₱ 4,333
Kunming Jueyan
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Jueyan

Free cancellation
★ 4.4 (8) • 100+ booked
₱ 1,169
Tickets for the Yunnan Impressions large-scale original song and dance performance in Kunming, Yunnan
Attraction passes • Kunming

Tickets for the Yunnan Impressions large-scale original song and dance performance in Kunming, Yunnan

Book now for tomorrow
★ 4.8 (16) • 300+ booked
₱ 1,739
₱ 1,852
Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Experience
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Full-Day Experience

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.0 (2)
₱ 3,674
Kunming City, Yunnan Private Car Charter Day Tour
Car charters • Kunming

Kunming City, Yunnan Private Car Charter Day Tour

Free cancellation
★ 4.9 (14) • 50+ booked
₱ 5,702
Kunming|Kunming Changshui International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Kunming

Kunming|Kunming Changshui International Airport Private Airport Transfer

Bestseller
Instant confirmation
★ 4.8 (84) • 800+ booked
₱ 1,351
Up to 5 off
Kunming to Lijiang China High Speed Rail
Rail passes • From Kunming

Kunming to Lijiang China High Speed Rail

Instant confirmation
₱ 2,974
Shanghai to Suzhou China High Speed Rail
Train tickets • From Dali, Kunming, Lijiang, Shangri-La, Xishuangbanna

Shanghai to Suzhou China High Speed Rail

★ 4.3 (8) • 700+ booked
₱ 1,641

Hotels in Kunming

Kunming M Hotel (Nanping Pedestrian Street Jinma Bijifang)
Hotels • Kunming

Kunming M Hotel (Nanping Pedestrian Street Jinma Bijifang)

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From ₱ 3,385.5
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu
Hotels • Kunming

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu

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★ 4.3 (24)
From ₱ 2,354.6
₱ 2,408.9
Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG
Hotels • Kunming

Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre by IHG

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★ 4.4 (373)
From ₱ 3,435.2
Shangri-La Kunming
Hotels • Kunming

Shangri-La Kunming

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★ 4.3 (15)
From ₱ 5,642.2
Qianhong Hotel (Kunming Station)
Hotels • Kunming

Qianhong Hotel (Kunming Station)

Instant confirmation
From ₱ 1,483.7
Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel

Instant confirmation
★ 3.9 (489)
From ₱ 2,156.4
20 off
FourPoints by Sheraton Kunming City Centre Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

FourPoints by Sheraton Kunming City Centre Hotel

Instant confirmation
★ 4.8 (4)
From ₱ 7,274.9
Shilin Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

Shilin Hotel

Instant confirmation
From ₱ 1,169.9
Junao Hotel Nanping Pedestrian Street Branch
Hotels • Kunming

Junao Hotel Nanping Pedestrian Street Branch

Instant confirmation
From ₱ 1,112.4
₱ 1,123.5
M Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

M Hotel

Instant confirmation
From ₱ 2,185.9
Shilin Slowly Boutique Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

Shilin Slowly Boutique Hotel

Instant confirmation
From ₱ 981.2
Howard Johnson Tropical Garden Plaza Kunming
Hotels • Kunming

Howard Johnson Tropical Garden Plaza Kunming

Instant confirmation
★ 4.6 (37)
From ₱ 4,184.3

Reviews of Kunming activities

Klook User
2026-07-11 06:16:45
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
transport access:100 hotel location:100, perfect service:100 cleanliness:100 breakfast:not provided
Cathleen *******
2026-08-31 03:02:32
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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
Fantastic 5.0
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.
Klook客路用户
2026-07-21 09:37:43
Fantastic 5.0
Finally made it to Yunnan and it was everything I dreamed of! Lugu Lake's crystal-clear waters, the peaceful vibes of Shuhe Ancient Town, and the incredible local cuisine made this 6-day journey truly special. Our tour leader went above and beyond – even prepared oxygen cans and sunscreen for everyone. No hidden costs, no rush, just pure enjoyment. Every detail was well taken care of. Yunnan is a place you'll want to visit again and again!

Kunming at a glance

When is the busiest time for Kunming activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
-27%
Jan
-42%
Feb
-8%
Mar
+16%
Apr
+26%
May
+39%
Jun
+13%
Jul
-22%
Aug
+22%
Sep
-4%
Oct
Busiest +45%
Nov
-54% Quietest
Dec

Demand spikes in November (about 45% above a typical month) while December is much quieter (roughly 54% below a typical month), so travellers from the Philippines should book early for November and expect easier availability in December. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Kunming cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

$40
$35
$30
$25
Avg $32 Cheapest $29 Priciest $38
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in July (around USD 29), about 24% below November’s typical peak price, so July can offer both lower prices and lighter demand compared with November. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
1 daysTypical
3 daysEarly

Most travellers book very close to departure — typically about 1 day ahead — which makes spontaneous trips easy; still consider booking earlier around November’s peak demand. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Kunming

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1PHP = 0.11CNY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Spring brings mild temperatures and blooming flowers.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Kunming

Quick look at Kunming and what to expect

Kunming attracts bookings mostly for Parks & gardens, Tours and Attraction passes, with a year that builds into a clear high season in late autumn. Demand rises toward November and drops sharply by December, so the city’s visitor rhythm ranges from lively festival-like periods to much quieter winter weeks.

When to visit for prices and crowds

According to Klook booking data, November is the busiest month while December sees the steepest drop in demand. Prices on Klook typically peak around November and are usually lower through midsummer — July is commonly the cheapest month on Klook. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, aim for July or other summer months; for peak-season atmosphere and the highest activity levels, plan for November. Note that demand and price move together around the November peak, with both higher then, while summer offers lower prices alongside lighter demand.

Travel tips for travellers from the Philippines

Most visitors from the Philippines book quite close to travel: typical Klook bookings show people securing activities about a day in advance, with last-minute options still common and early-booking windows around three days. That makes Kunming easy to visit on short notice — you can comfortably lock in popular parks and tours a day or two before. Use Klook to check availability and grab convenient tickets when your plans firm up.

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