9-Day Yunnan Tour: Kunming-Mangshi-Ruili (Detailed Guide)

A 9-day in-depth tour of Kunming, Mangshi, and Ruili in Yunnan Province, taking you through the scenic highlights of these three destinations, with no wasted time! Save this super detailed guide now! -------- 🛣️Itinerary: Day 1: Fly to Kunming and transfer to Mangshi. Check in to the hotel and rest. Day 2-3: Explore Mangshi, including the Mengding Golden Pagoda and the Mengbana Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden. Then, head to Ruili to visit the Moli Waterfall. Afterwards, take a bus to Tengchong and visit Dieshuihe Waterfall and the National Memorial Cemetery. Stay overnight at a hotel in Tengchong. Day 4: Visit the Tengchong Volcanic Geothermal National Geological Park and Rehai Scenic Area. Enjoy a hot spring bath in the evening. Day 5: Continue your Tengchong journey with a visit to Ginkgo Village and the Beihai Wetland. In the evening, watch the Dream Tengchong show. Day 6-8: Fly to Xishuangbanna and visit the Wild Elephant Valley, the Primeval Forest Park, the Dai villages, and the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden. Day 9: Depart from Kunming and return home, concluding this unforgettable Yunnan trip. -------- Travel tips: 1️⃣ Local customs: Respect the customs and culture of local ethnic minorities to avoid conflict. 🙌 2️⃣ Food: Kunming has a variety of snacks, and "Crossing-the-Bridge Noodles" is a must-try! Don't miss the Dai cuisine in Mangshi and Ruili. 🍜 3️⃣ Airport transportation: None of the three places have high-speed rail stations, but you can fly directly or take a bus. Chartering a car or driving yourself is recommended! 🚗 4️⃣ Accommodation: Kunming and Mangshi offer a wide variety of hotels, while Ruili has fewer options. Book in advance to enjoy comfortable accommodation! 🏨 5️⃣ Must-see attractions: The Stone Forest, Dianchi Lake, and West Mountain are great places to visit in Kunming; the Mengding Golden Pagoda in Mangshi and the One Tree Forest in Ruili are also worth visiting! 🏞️ -------- Kunming-Mangshi-Ruili, the scenery and stories along the way are waiting for you to explore. Don't miss out!