Yuanyang Rice Terrace is one of the China's 17 most attractive scenic places. Many photographers were drunk in its thrilling beauty of the landscape. It lies at an altitude ranging from 140 along the Red River up to nearly 3000 meters above sea level in the Ailao mountains and is situated about 50 km north of the border with Vietnam.  The terraced areas of interest to visitors are mainly found between 1000 and 2000 meters above sea level. The winter temperatures here, although never freezing, are such that they only support one rice crop a year. After the harvest, from mid-September till mid-November depending on the elevation, the terraces are filled with water until April, when planting begins.

And Jianshui is without any doubt the most beautiful city in South Yunnan. It keeps a village atmosphere, with old streets and some traditional houses, located all around the city, and especially around the Chaoyang Gateway Arch in Jianshui Old Quarter. Confucius Temple, right in the center, is the second biggest temple dedicated to Confucius in China.

Schedule:
D1—Dec 3rd , 2010  Kunming
Arrive in Kunming, check in the hotel and meet your tour leader in the evening.
D2—Dec 4th , 2010  Kunming-Yuanyang 
We will drive about 90 km to Lunan County to visit the Stone Forest, which is known since the Ming Dynasty as the “First Wonder of the World”. After lunch, we will drive to Yuanyang. It is 326 km south of Kunming. It becomes a big draw to tourists and photographers for the amazing rice-terraces built on the red-soil mountains. Overnight in Yuanyang Yunti Hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch )   
D3—Dec 5th , 2010: YuanYang    
Visit the magnificent terraced fields and villages of Hani and Yi People; explore the old city, the market, minority peoples here are always in their costumes. Of course we will not miss the amazing sunset time. Overnight in Yuanyang Yunti Hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch )
D4—Dec 6th , 2010 Yuanyang - Jianshui  
Morning time is at your own leisure. After lunch, we will drive to Jianshui, passing by Mt. Ailao, you will see impressive terraced fields, ferry cross the Red River, and people here still using the traditional way cultivate the fields. Overnight in Jianshui Hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch )
D5—Dec 7th , 2010: Jianshui
With a 1200-year history, Jianshuiis rich in cultural heritages from the ancient time. In the peaceful town, you won’t be disturbed by the flocks of tourists from home and abroad. We will visit Zhu Family Courtyard, which is a well-preserved ancient residence for Family Zhu. And then, we will visit Confucius Temple. It is quite miraculous to be found in this tiny remote town southwest of China. The temple was first built in Yuan Dynasty (1271 – 1368) with a history of 700 years. It covers an area of 76,000 square meters. Overnight in Jianshui Hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch )
D6—Dec 8th , 2010: Jianshui –Kunming
In the morning, we will drive back to Kunming. And we will stop at Xingmeng Village, which is the only one Mongolian village in Yunnan. When we arrive in Kunming, it’s time for your own arrangement. ( Breakfast, Lunch )

Price: US $ 680.00 per person            Single supplement: US $ 90.00

Offered service :

1. All of the accommodation mention in itinerary. When clients decide to take this trip, I will give you a confirmation.
2. The meals are listed in itinerary.
3. English-speaking guide.
4. All of the private car transportation between hotels and tour sites.
5. Tour sites entrance tickets.

Not included:

1. The tip to guides and drivers. It will be shared according to the number of travelers.
2. Your medicinal cost due to your own health condition.
3. Shopping.
4. Any of other service we have not included.