Stone Forest
Stone Forest
Kunming West Hill
Stone Forest
One Day Stone Forest and Kunming City Tour
Stone Forest Geopark is situated in Yunnan Province, which covers an area of 400km2 with karst geological landform as its main geological heritage. It is a karst geopark dominated by stone forest geomorphologic landscapes. In Late Paleozoic here witnessed littoral-offshore environment and deposited some thousand meters of limestone and dolomite, laying a foundation for forming the stone forest in the area. This piece of land was originally formed by late uplift of the crust and then were undergone multiphase corrosion by the both groundwater and surface water flowing through fractures in the rock, finally forming various types of composite stone forest geomorphologic landscapes. The first phase of stone forest was formed in the late period of Early Permian 250Ma ago, while the latest phase is being formed. In the history this area was covered by basalt and lacustrine clastic sediment, and undergone several phases of uplift and erosion. Under the special geological, climate and hydrologic conditions, multistage superimposed and well-stratified stone forests were inherited and developed.
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$180.00
Duration: 1 day
Tour Code: CE-YN-1D02
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions:Stone Forest/West Hill/Bird and Flower Market
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide+Private driver+Hotels
Tour Code: CE-YN-1D02
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions:Stone Forest/West Hill/Bird and Flower Market
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide+Private driver+Hotels
Kunming Stone Forest, West Hill & Dianchi Lake Day Tour
Your private guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Kunming in the morning and drive to the spectacular Stone Forest (Shilin).
The Stone Forest is one of Yunnan’s most famous natural attractions, featuring thousands of towering limestone formations in a remarkable variety of shapes and sizes. Walk along the scenic paths through this extraordinary karst landscape and enjoy views of the dramatic stone peaks and forests.
The area is also closely associated with the Sani people, a branch of the Yi ethnic group. Your guide will introduce you to their traditional culture, customs and way of life as you explore the Stone Forest.
After sightseeing, return to Kunming and enjoy a local Chinese lunch.
In the afternoon, head to West Hill, one of Kunming’s best-known scenic and cultural areas overlooking Dianchi Lake. Enjoy a short hike through the wooded mountain landscape and visit historic temples, grottoes and cultural sites along the way.
From the viewpoints on West Hill, you can enjoy a panoramic view over Dianchi Lake and the urban landscape of Kunming. The area is also known for its traditional inscriptions and examples of Chinese calligraphy carved or displayed along the scenic paths.
In the late afternoon, take a leisurely walk through the Bird and Flower Market, where local vendors sell flowers, ornamental plants, birds, traditional handicrafts and other items. It is a lively place to observe everyday life and experience a different side of Kunming’s local culture.
Afterwards, your driver will take you back to your hotel.
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Tour Season / |
1 Pax |
2-3 pax |
4-5 Pax |
6-9 Pax |
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All Year |
$ 450.00 |
$300.00 |
$220.00 |
$180.00 |
Service package includes:
1. One lunch.
2. Kunming pick-up and drop-off.
3. Air-conditioned tour vehicle.
4. English Speaking tour guide.
5. Entrance Tickets.
1. One lunch.
2. Kunming pick-up and drop-off.
3. Air-conditioned tour vehicle.
4. English Speaking tour guide.
5. Entrance Tickets.
Service package excludes:
Tips to the guide and driver.
Pick-up point and time: Your Hotel between 7:00am and 8:30am Finishing point and time: Your Hotel around 6:00pm
If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
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If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
Are you interested in this itinerary ? Send us a message and let us help you plan and book your China vacation based on this sample. Response within 24 hours. Contact our Travel Consultant.
