Yuanyang Terrace Fields Breaking Tour
Price Inclusion
- Centrally Located Hotel
- Authentic Local Restaurants
- Private Car and Driver
- Guide
- Entrance Fees
- Service Charge & Government Taxes
- Insurance
- Luggage Transfers
- Tour Arrangements
Top Tours in Yuanyang
Tour Map
Escape the "Rat race" for a glorious 7 days to the spectacular scenery of the mountain terraces at Duoyishu Village. Climb to Tiger Mouth Pass which has extensive views of terraces. Experience the folk culture of the Qingkou Hani Ethnic Village. All of these are waiting for you to explore.
Daparture Date:
You Choose!
Duration:
7 Days
$ 1,023 per person
Day 1
Place & Transport: Arrive in Kunming, Flight not included
Today's Activities: Airport Transfer (Kunming), A Free CH cell phone package
- A Free CH cell phone package: A Free CH cell phone package includes free rental for the cell phone and SIM card and at least 30 free minutes, delivery and collection in China. Return the phone to your guide when you depart. A recharge at standard rate is available if the free minutes are used. Note: Our rental phones do not work in Hong Kong. You must return the phone to your guide before leaving for Hong Kong. * Free minutes vary from 30-60 mins depending on the destination of the calls. Ask the travel advisor for details. For more about the cell phone rental service, please click cellphone rental information .
Note: You may receive text messages in Chinese on your cell phone. These messages are advertisements or possibly weather information. We cannot block or turn these off. If anyone in China needs to contact you, the message will be in English. If you are concerned, please ask your guide to read the message.
Accommodations: King World Hotel (Economy) Kunming New Era Hotel (Deluxe)
Day 2
Place & Transport: Kunming
Today's Activities: The Stone Forest, The Dragon Gate on Xishan, Dian Lake, Chair Lift to the West Hill, Kunming Hand Workshop
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Chinese Restaurant of Stone Forest Ashima Hotel
- The Stone Forest (2 hours): A fantastic natural phenomena located 90 km southeast of Kunming. The various shapes of karst landscape was formed due to millions of years' movement of Earth. The Stone Forest area is the home of the Sani people, their folk customs has become one spectacular scene, the colorful embroidery and minority dances combine with the natural sceneries, which will surely leave you a deep impression.
- The Dragon Gate on Xishan (1.5 hours): Located 37km west of the down town Kunming, the Dragon Gate in Western Hill is close to the Dianchi Lake. This group of grottoes, sculptures, corridors and pavilions were hacked from the cliff between 1781 and 1835 by a Taoist monk and his co-workers.
- Dian Lake (20 minutes): Set among settlements, rugged hills and fertile flat farmlands, the elongated Dianchi Lake is a fabulous place for a scenic touring and hiking. It is the 6th largest freshwater Lake in China nicknamed "the sparkling pearl imbedded in a highland" and it was the model for the Kunming Lake in the Summer Palace in Beijing.
- Chair Lift to the West Hill: Take a Chair Lift to visit the West Hill for a bird's eye view of Kunming City and Dianchi Lake.
- Kunming Hand Workshop: Located near Yangzong Lake, Kunming Hand Workshop sell the embroidery clothes, wall carpet and some ethnic style embroidery hand crafts.
Tel: 0871-7671108
- Chinese Restaurant of Stone Forest Ashima Hotel : Situated by the entrance to Stone Forest landscaped area, the restaurant is famous for its roast duck.
Accommodations: King World Hotel (Economy) Kunming New Era Hotel (Deluxe)
Day 3
Place & Transport: Kunming to Jianshui (Watch the Video 
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Today's Activities: Our guide and driver will escort you from Kunming to Jianshui, Jianshui Confucian Temple, Zhu Family Garden
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Xiangmanlou
- Jianshui Confucian Temple (1 hour): Locate in the north of Jianshui, this Confucian temple is the second largest in China and was built in Yuan Dynasty over seven hundreds years ago. It covers an area of 76,000 square meters. It provides valuable historical data for the study of Confucianism, the ancient examination system and traditional Chinese architecture.
- Zhu Family Garden (1.5 hours): Located in Jianxin Street, the private garden of the Zhu family has a total area of 20,000 square meters. Built in late Qing Dynasty by Zhu Chaoying and his brother, the building is a typical local residence with distinctive features. The planned yards and gardens and well, the furnished rooms and halls and the structure of the architecture make this a very special place.
- Xiangmanlou: The restaurant is decorated in Chinese traditional style. All of the waitresses wear the ancient traditional costumes. The restaurant has been used as the set for two costume dramas.
Accommodations: Jianshui Hotel Jianshui Hotel
Day 4
Place & Transport: Jianshui to Yuanyang (Watch the Video )
Today's Activities: Zhang Family Garden（Tuanshan Village）, The Chaoyang Tower, Our guide and driver will escort you from Jianshui to Yuanyang
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Xiangmanlou
- Zhang Family Garden（Tuanshan Village） (1.5 hours): The Zhang Family Garden is a fascinating collection of traditional Chinese Folk dwellings and temples. Fine works of wood and stone carving can be found all over the village.
- The Chaoyang Tower: The Chaoyang Tower is located in the east end of Jiangzhong Road in Jianshui. It was the east gate tower of Jianshui Town. It was built in the 22nd year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (A.D.1389). The tower has the gable and hip roof with three eaves. It’s 24.45 meters high, 26.8 meters wide and 12.31 meters deep. It was classified as the historical and cultural site under provincial protection in 1993.
- Xiangmanlou: The restaurant is decorated in Chinese traditional style. All of the waitresses wear the ancient traditional costumes. The restaurant has been used as the set for two costume dramas.
Accommodations: Yunti Hotel (Deluxe) Yunti Hotel (Economy)
Day 5
Place & Transport: Yuanyang (Watch the Video )
Today's Activities: Yuanyang Terrace Field
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Yunti hotel
- Yuanyang Terrace Field: Yuanyang Terrace Field is located in Honghe County, in southern Yunan Province. It has an area of 20,000 square kilo meters. It is 200 to 2000 meters above sea level. Its history can be traced back 2000 years. The first tribe to settle this area and construct terraces for farming purposes was the Hani ethnic group. This incredible piece of engineering was not discovered until 1980s and now listed as one of China World Heritage Site Candidates.Enjoy a spectacular view from scenic mountain terraces at Duoyishu Village. To Climb to Tiger Mouth Pass overlooking an extensive view of terraces. Experience the folk culture at Qingkou Hani Ethnic Village. The best time to see the magnificent terraced rice fields is during February and March.
This is the time when the villagers water the terraces in preparation for ploughing. The water in the fields reflects the sunshine to create many colors. In September when the rice is ripe, the mountains turn a golden, yellow color. Choose the time that suits you to come to Yuanyang.
During spring, the weather and temperature in Yuanyang can vary greatly during the day. It can be cold in the morning and evening and warm at noon and is often raining. Please bring the suitable clothes and camera equipment.
In Yuanyang, according to local custom, the local market will be held at different villages in week in turn. The Hani people and Yi people from the surrounding area all come to market and this provides many photo opportunities.
- Yunti hotel: The restaurant in the Yunti Hotel is the best in the city and offers local and the Hani food
Accommodations: Yunti Hotel (Deluxe) Yunti Hotel (Economy)
Day 6
Place & Transport: Yuanyang to Kunming
Today's Activities: Our guide and driver will escort you from Yuanyang to Kunming
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
Accommodations: King World Hotel (Economy) Kunming New Era Hotel (Deluxe)
Custom Tailoring: Design your own tour with our help to meet your unique interests. You don't have to compromise. Do exactly what you want to do! Let us assist you to tailor-make your own China experience. Tell us what you need now! | Nov.1 - Mar. 31 | Superior | Deluxe | Economy | Single Room Supplement * |
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| 1 Person | - | $2,036 | $1,895 | - |
| 2-5 Persons | - | $1,093 | $1,023 | - / $287 / $217 / |
| 6-9 Persons | - | $753 | $683 | - / $287 / $217 / |
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| City | Deluxe | Economy |
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| Kunming | Kunming New Era Hotel |
King World Hotel |
| Jianshui | Jianshui Hotel |
Jianshui Hotel |
| Yuanyang | Yunti Hotel |
Yunti Hotel |
| Kunming | Kunming New Era Hotel |
King World Hotel |
Price Inclusions and Exclusions
Price Inclusions:
- Entrance Fees:
To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary. - Phone Rental Package:
Rental cost for the cell phone and SIM card for use in mainland China, and at least 30 mins of FREE international calls. - Meals:
All meals as specified in the itinerary.
If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations. - Private Transfers:
Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Kunming, Jianshui, Yuanyang by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours. - Guide:
As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available. - Hotels:
Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds.
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified. - Transportation:
Entrance City To Kunming Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements)
Kunming To Departure City Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements) - Service Charge & Government Taxes:
- Insurance
The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance.
Click here to learn more about the insurance coverage and the sum insured. - Luggage Transfers:
Between airports and hotels. - Arrangements:
The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Price Exclusions:
- Personal Expenses:
Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary. - Meals:
Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary. - Single Room Supplement.
