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【KLOOK Selection】Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour
Tours • Lijiang

【KLOOK Selection】Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour

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★ 4.6 (166) • 3K+ booked
From $ 64.45
$ 68.19
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Klook China Yunnan Private Customized Tour (Kunming/Dali/Lijiang/Shangri-La/Xishuangbanna/Pu'er/Tengchong/Jianshui, etc.)
Tours • From Kunming, Lijiang

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

Private tour
English guided
Private group
★ 4.8 (124) • 3K+ booked
Free
Colorful Yunnan Happy World Ticket
Parks & gardens • Kunming

Colorful Yunnan Happy World Ticket

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★ 5.0 (74) • 30K+ booked
$ 42.50
$ 44.45
Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour, Yunnan
Tours • Lijiang

Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain 1-Day Tour, Yunnan

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★ 4.4 (115) • 1K+ booked
From $ 61.75
Klook Private Customized Tours in Mainland China
Tours • From Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming, Dali, Lijiang

Klook Private Customized Tours in Mainland China

Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
400+ booked
Free
Impression of Lijiang
Events & shows • Lijiang

Impression of Lijiang

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★ 4.6 (10) • 700+ booked
$ 38.45
Kunming Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake Day Tour
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest and Dianchi Lake Day Tour

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★ 4.8 (98) • 700+ booked
$ 75.29
[Private Tour] 6-Day Yunnan Dali Lijiang Shangri-La Vacation
Tours • Lijiang

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

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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
Private group
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★ 5.0 (66) • 600+ booked
From $ 1,203.35
$ 1,219.19
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Dali Erhai Private Day Tour
Tours • Dali

Dali Erhai Private Day Tour

Private tour
Private group
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★ 4.9 (40) • 400+ booked
$ 62.19
One-day tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, Yunnan
Tours • Lijiang

One-day tour to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, Yunnan

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★ 4.4 (133) • 1K+ booked
From $ 70.35
$ 70.49
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Kunming Stone Forest Day Tour (Group Tour)
Klook's choice
Tours • Kunming

Kunming Stone Forest Day Tour (Group Tour)

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★ 4.6 (26) • 300+ booked
$ 85.49
Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Day Tour (Exclusive for Foreign Guests · Translation Supported)
Tours • From Lijiang

Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Day Tour (Exclusive for Foreign Guests · Translation Supported)

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Small group
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50+ booked
From $ 58.89
Private Car Tour: Multi-day Chartered Car Tour of Lijiang and Shangri-La, Yunnan
Car charters • From Lijiang

Private Car Tour: Multi-day Chartered Car Tour of Lijiang and Shangri-La, Yunnan

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★ 4.9 (17) • 100+ booked
From $ 180.55
Shangri-La, Yunnan Private Car Tour (1 or 2 Days, Options: Balagezong/Meili Snow Mountain/Songzanlin Monastery/Napa Lake)
Car charters • Shangri-La

Shangri-La, Yunnan Private Car Tour (1 or 2 Days, Options: Balagezong/Meili Snow Mountain/Songzanlin Monastery/Napa Lake)

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★ 4.6 (11) • 50+ booked
From $ 128.95
Dali Erhai Lake Private Day Tour
Car charters • Dali

Dali Erhai Lake Private Day Tour

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★ 5.0 (6)
From $ 128.95
Private Car Charter Tour: One-Day Tour of Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan
Car charters • Dali

Private Car Charter Tour: One-Day Tour of Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan

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★ 4.8 (5)
From $ 232.15
Kunming City, Yunnan Private Car Charter Day Tour
Car charters • Kunming

Kunming City, Yunnan Private Car Charter Day Tour

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★ 4.9 (13) • 50+ booked
From $ 128.95
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
$ 37.15
Kunming to Lijiang China High Speed Rail
Rail passes • From Kunming

Kunming to Lijiang China High Speed Rail

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$ 67.25
One-Day Private Car Tour of Shaxi Ancient Town, Dali
Car charters • Dali

One-Day Private Car Tour of Shaxi Ancient Town, Dali

Free cancellation
From $ 169.19
One-Day Chartered Car Tour of巍山 Ancient City, Dali
Car charters • Dali

One-Day Chartered Car Tour of巍山 Ancient City, Dali

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From $ 167.65
Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai by IHG
Hotels • Dali

Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai by IHG

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★ 4.7 (23)
From $ 172.94
Grand Hyatt Kunming
Hotels • Kunming

Grand Hyatt Kunming

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★ 4.8 (6)
From $ 290.79
Shangri-La Resort, Shangri-La
Hotels • Shangri-La

Shangri-La Resort, Shangri-La

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★ 4.2 (42)
From $ 209.67
$ 224.65
Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel

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★ 3.9 (478)
From $ 53.90
InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG
Hotels • Lijiang

InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

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★ 4.7 (150)
From $ 279.57
Wyndham Qujing Luliang
Hotels • Qujing

Wyndham Qujing Luliang

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From $ 62.77
Shile Holiday Courtyard
Hotels • Lijiang

Shile Holiday Courtyard

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$ 61.83
FourPoints by Sheraton Kunming City Centre Hotel
Hotels • Kunming

FourPoints by Sheraton Kunming City Centre Hotel

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★ 5.0 (3)
From $ 125.80
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu
Hotels • Kunming

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu

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★ 3.8 (14)
From $ 48.75
HUALUXE Kunming by IHG
Hotels • Kunming

HUALUXE Kunming by IHG

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★ 4.3 (15)
From $ 154.21
Kunming M Hotel (Nanping Pedestrian Street Jinma Bijifang)
Hotels • Kunming

Kunming M Hotel (Nanping Pedestrian Street Jinma Bijifang)

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From $ 49.76
Lijiang Desti Youth Park Hostel
Hotels • Lijiang

Lijiang Desti Youth Park Hostel

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From $ 29.04

Reviews of Yunnan activities

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
2026-07-11 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用戶
2026-02-02 10:12:49
Fantastic 5.0
1) Shuttle Arrangement: The vehicle and travel time, as well as the pick-up and drop-off locations, were well arranged. 2) Itinerary Arrangement: The itinerary arrangement was clear and simple. When problems arose, the Klook team's guide and driver were able to respond and share information immediately. 3) Time Management: There was ample time for sightseeing and lunch, and the time management for shuttle buses, cable cars, and each attraction was clear. 4) Support Services: Water, oxygen cylinders, and warm clothing were prepared, eliminating any worries. 5) The Klook team's service staff were attentive and friendly, and worked diligently to arrange the details of the itinerary.
Klook User
2026-04-26 01:01:21
Fantastic 5.0
The driver was very kind and helpful. She gave great descriptions of where to go, despite the language barrier for myself and others in the group. Communication was clear via wechat which meant we were on time to see all attractions on the itinerary. She provided warm jackets so we were comfortable exploring in the mountains. Really enjoyed this tour and would recommend for anyone who wants to see Yulong Mountain!
Klook User
2026-06-03 12:12:48
Fantastic 5.0
Guide 茶金 was very friendly. We gave a list of places we wanted to go to, and he arranged it accordingly. He gave us our own time to explore places, and did not rush us. He even gave us some good suggestions on where to go for eg coffee at wenbi village, and brought us to a lunch place along the way (which was very yummy) as we had no idea where to go. He took us to some photo shots along the way, and shared his knowledge of Yunnan with us. It was an enjoyable trip!
Klook User
2026-06-14 14:45:33
Fantastic 5.0
As a non-Chinese speaker I was a little nervous for this tour, but I had an amazing experience! My guide was very accommodating and texted me through Wechat to explain the itinerary. He also asked me if I wanted pictures at all the cool photo opts 😁 Definitely recommend!
Klook User
2026-06-02 10:26:41
Fantastic 5.0
Driver very prompt, courteous and helpful. Excellent service. We asked for company to help us look for a tour guide in shilin stoneforest. English speaking Local guide is also excellent. Thank you for a day well spent.
MAY ********
2026-04-24 15:43:14
Fantastic 5.0
Had a really smooth and well-coordinated trip 👏 Highly Recommended! From the start, 小舟 managed everything efficiently—clear itinerary details and even arranged hotel pickup for a small additional fee (60元), which made things more convenient. The day before the trip, the driver/guide 携手 followed up with very clear instructions. Pickup was punctual at 5:35am. We were especially impressed that the team secured early tickets to ascend Yulong Snow Mountain by 7:30am (up to 4,506m). We descended by 8:30am—the higher climb to 4,680m was closed due to heavy snow the day before, making conditions slippery and unsafe. Next stop was Blue Moon Valley—transfer was seamless, we arrived around 9:20am, spending about an hour. After that, lunch was provided (simple pork hotpot with rice and vegetables). It was decent, though there’s definitely room for improvement. We then headed to the Impression Lijiang at 1:30pm, which wrapped up the experience nicely before returning to the hotel around 3:30pm.

Quick facts about Yunnan

Local weather

  • DEC - FEB
    -12°

  • MAR - MAY
    20°12°

  • JUN - AUG
    22°19°

  • SEP - NOV
    23°15°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1AUD = 4.73CNY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Naxi Torch Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Singapore

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What to know before visiting Yunnan

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Discover the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a sanctuary of stunning natural beauty and a holy mountain for the local Naxi people. This towering mountain range, with its highest peak reaching 5,596 meters above sea level, offers breathtaking views and a chance to witness the diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can take a cable car to one of the mountain's scenic spots and enjoy a day of exploration or photography.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Experience the raw power of nature at Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest and most spectacular river canyons in the world. This natural wonder is a paradise for hikers and adventure seekers, offering trails that provide stunning views of the Jinsha River's powerful currents, which are framed by towering cliffs.

Dali Ancient City

Step back in time in Dali Ancient City, a well-preserved old town that exudes historical charm. This ancient city, nestled between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake, is a cultural hub with traditional Bai architecture, cobbled streets, and vibrant markets. Visitors can explore the city's ancient walls and gates, and immerse themselves in the local culture.

Stone Forest Museum

The Stone Forest Museum is a gateway to the famed Stone Forest, a set of remarkable limestone formations that create the illusion of a forest made of stone. This natural wonder is a testament to the unique karst topography of the region and is a must-visit for those interested in geological phenomena.

Lijiang Ancient Town

Lijiang Ancient Town, also known as Lijiang Old Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that captivates visitors with its historical architecture and the enchanting canals that run through it. This ancient town is home to the Naxi people and offers a glimpse into their rich culture and traditions.

Dragon Gate

Located in Kunming City, Dragon Gate is a series of grottoes, sculptures, and pavilions carved into the limestone cliffs of the Western Hills. Overlooking Dianchi Lake, it provides visitors with panoramic views and a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life.

Lugu Lake

Nestled in the high mountains of northwestern Yunnan Province, Lugu Lake is known for its crystal-clear waters and the unique matriarchal society of the Mosuo people. This tranquil mountain lake is an ideal destination for those seeking a serene escape and an opportunity to learn about the local customs and way of life.

Haba Snow Mountain

Haba Snow Mountain is a rugged and beautiful peak that offers challenging treks for mountaineers and stunning scenery for nature lovers. Its diverse ecosystems range from subtropical forests at lower altitudes to alpine meadows and glaciers near the summit.

Dianchi Lake

Dianchi Lake, located near Kunming City, is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan Province. It is a popular spot for bird watching, boating, and enjoying the picturesque landscape that surrounds the lake, including the famous Sleeping Beauty Mountain.

Rice Terraces

Yunnan's rice terraces are a testament to human ingenuity and natural beauty. These agricultural marvels, carved into the hillsides, change color with the seasons and provide a stunning backdrop for photography and exploration.

National Park

Yunnan boasts several national parks that protect the province's rich biodiversity and natural landscapes. These parks offer visitors the chance to experience pristine forests, diverse wildlife, and some of the most beautiful scenery in China.

Dali City

Dali City is a cultural gem in northwest Yunnan, known for its historical significance and picturesque surroundings. The city is a gateway to the nearby Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake, making it a perfect base for exploring the region's natural and cultural attractions.

Potala Palace

While not located in Yunnan Province, the Potala Palace is an iconic symbol of Tibetan culture and architecture. For those on an in-depth Yunnan tour, a visit to this majestic palace in Lhasa, Tibet, can be an awe-inspiring addition to their journey through the diverse landscapes of China's southwest.

Yunnan Tours

Yunnan tours offer travelers an immersive experience into the province's rich tapestry of ethnic cultures, ancient towns, and stunning natural landscapes. From the snow-capped peaks to the lush valleys, a Yunnan tour is an adventure into the heart of one of China's most diverse regions.

Snow Mountains

The snow mountains of Yunnan are a defining feature of the province's landscape. These majestic peaks provide a dramatic backdrop for many of the region's ancient towns and are a source of inspiration and spirituality for the local communities.

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