Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming
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Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming is a 8-hour experience in Kunming, China, from $230 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 49 / 100
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- Duration
- 8 hours
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- $230 per person
Explore the magnificent Stone Forest, Dian Lake and West Hill on this private full-day tour from Kunming. First, visit the UNESCO-listed sites of Stone Forest, stroll around the park with your tour guide who will explain
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About this experience
Explore the magnificent Stone Forest, Dian Lake and West Hill on this private full-day tour from Kunming. First, visit the UNESCO-listed sites of Stone Forest, stroll around the park with your tour guide who will explain the stories along the way and find the best location for photos. After a delicious Yunnan Style lunch, stroll around the Dian Lake, use the convenient cable car to reach the Dragon Gate at West Hill to get amazing panoramic view of the lake and city. Explore the temples and pavilions, gain insight view of the history and stories about the attraction. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, cable car round trip, lunch and door to door transfer.
What's included
Included
- Kunming city hotel pick up and drop off
- Lunch
- English speaking tour guide
- Travel by Private Vehicle
- Cable car round trip
- Entrance Fee
Not included
- Gratuites
What you'll see and do
Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park
Your English speaking guide and private car will pick you up in your hotel's lobby. Heading directly to Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park which takes about 1.5 hours. On the way, your tour guide will explain the related stories, feel free to ask questions if you have. Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park Kunming Stone Forest is a spectacular set of limestone groups and the representative of south China’s karst landscape. Since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), It is considered as the 'First Wonder of the World'. Approximately 270 million years ago - during the carboniferous period of the Paleozoic era - the region was a vast expanse of sea. Over time, the movements of the lithosphere gradually caused a retreat of the waters and the rise of the limestone landscape. Due to constant erosion by the elements, the area finally developed into the present-day appearance. The whole park is a huge natural treasure gallery, upon arrival, follow your tour guide to use your imagination to discover the park, your tour guide will tell many legendary stories along the way, and show you the best location for photos. You will spend 2 hours to visit the Big Stone Forest Area and the Small Stone Forest Area.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Dian Lake (Dian Chi)
Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, then heading directly to Dian Lake. Dian Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan Province and the sixth largest one in China. Its natural banks are formed by mountains on all four sides. Follow your tour guide to stroll around the park, enjoy beautiful sceneries with birds flying around.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Kunming West Hill (Xishan Forest Park)
Next, use the convenient cable car to explore the West Hill. West Hills boasts an excellent environment with flourishing flowers and dense forest, providing excellent environment to enjoy the tranquility and marvelous scenery. It is known as 'having the most pleasant environment in the world'.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Kunming Dragon Gate
Your first stop is the Dragon Gate where you can enjoy amazing paranomic view of Dian Lake and Kunming City.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Sanqing Pavilion
Then, move on to Sanqing Pavilion. The pavilion was built on the cliff, looks like a 'castle in the air'. Stroll around the halls and courtyards in the temple, get to know the history about the Taoism in China and enjoy amazing panoramic view of Dianchi Lake.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Taihua Temple
Depending on your time and interests, you can choose to visit Taihua Temple. Originally built in the Yuan Dynasty (1206 - 1368), the temple is the oldest one in Western Hills. The temple is famous for the beautiful rare flowers on the grounds.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Huating Temple
Spend some leisure time to explore the Dragon Gate area. Then you will take the ski lift descend. Take the battery bus offered by the attraction. You can choose to visit Huating Temple. In the temple you can see three golden Buddha figures with kindly expressions, 500 life-like arhats which are vivid just like real people, and golden figures of Laughing Buddha. Besides, there are abundant colored clay figures depicting vividly various images of mythical animals. After the tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kunming.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $230 to $399
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
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Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kunming.
How much does Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming cost?
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Prices start at $230 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kunming usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kunming is not rushed.
Is Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kunming, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kunming can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kunming and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Day Tour to Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake and West Hill from Kunming start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kunming within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kunming?
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On Outty we rank every Kunming experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour, Kunming: Walking Tour Around Green Lake and University Quarter, 1 Day Stone Forest & Jiuxiang Cave Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kunming?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kunming?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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