5-Day Kunming Discovery Tour (2024 Winter, Midnight Arrival & Departure)

Day 1 Arrive Kunming

Destination: Kunming
Meals Included: No
Accommodations: 4-star Wanjinan Hotel Kunming (Muslim friendly hotel) or similar

Arrive in Kunming at midnight. Upon arrival at the airport, your friendly Muslim expert guide will greet you and whisk you away in a private vehicle to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Renowned as ‘the City of Eternal Spring’ and ‘the City of Flowers’, Kunming boasts a perennial spring-like climate, breathtaking landscapes, and a rich tapestry of cultural diversity with 25 distinct ethnic groups.

Day 2 Haigeng Park, Dianchi Lake, Shuncheng Mosque

Destination: Kunming
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at halal restaurants
Salat Prayer: Shuncheng Mosque
Accommodations: 4-star Wanjinan Hotel Kunming (Muslim friendly hotel) or similar

Join the group Rendezvous at 9:30 in the hotel lobby before heading to Haigeng Park, a serene lakeside retreat offering awe-inspiring vistas of Dianchi Lake and Western Hills. Engage with the migratory Siberian seagulls at Dianchi Lake and delight in observing the seagulls glide through the sky and plunge into the water in search of food from November to March. Enjoy a Halal lunch before performing Salat at Shuncheng Mosque. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Chongren Street, a haven for Muslim cuisine and snacks. Continue your exploration with a shopping spree at the nearby Shuncheng Commercial Street, a bustling shopping district.

Day 3 Sakura Garden, Astaxanthin Farm, Stone Forest

Destination: Kunming
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at halal restaurants
Accommodations: 4-star Wanjinan Hotel Kunming (Muslim friendly hotel) or similar

Embark on a scenic drive to the Sakura Garden, a picturesque botanical oasis renowned for its stunning winter Sakura blossoms. Next, visit the world class 80-acre Astaxanthin Farm, which employs advanced technology with 100% glass-tube photobioreactors to produce the world’s highest quality algae-based Astaxanthin. Delve into the Stone Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a geological marvel. Walk through labyrinthine paths flanked by majestic stone pillars, sculpted by millions of years of erosion into shapes that resemble ancient trees, mythical creatures, and even human figures. Let your imagination run wild as you marvel at the sheer scale and majesty of this natural masterpiece.

Destination: Kunming
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at halal restaurants
Salat Prayer: Local village mosque
Accommodations: 4-star Wanjinan Hotel Kunming (Muslim friendly hotel) or similar

Set off on a 2.5-hour journey to the majestic Jiaozi Snow Mountain. Rising to an impressive 4,247 meters, this natural wonder boasts a stunning array of karst formations, alpine meadows, and vibrant flora. Its pristine lakes mirror the mountain’s beauty, while winter blankets the peak in a pristine white coat. Ascend by cable car to the main center of the mountain. Begin your hike to the summit of Jiaozi Snow Mountain. Explore the diverse flora and fauna along the way, and take in the panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Conclude your adventure with a scenic cable car descent.

Day 5 Burning Cream Center, Dounan Flower Market, Luosiwan Wholesale Market, Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archways, Depart Kunming

Destination: Kunming
Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner at halal restaurants
Salat Prayer: Yongning Mosque

Start your day with a visit to the Burning Cream Center to discover Bao Fu Ling, a renowned skin relief cream. This versatile product effectively treats a range of skin conditions including burns, insect bites, eczema, itchiness, and rashes. Then, enjoy a relaxed walk through the Dounan Flower Market, the largest flower market in China and Asia, with over 5,000 species of flowers and millions of flowers sold every day. After lunch, treat yourself to a shopping adventure at the bustling Luosiwan Wholesale Market. As the day winds down, take in the iconic sight of Kunming, the Golden Horse and Jade Rooster Archways. Dive into the vibrant nightlife of Kunming at the Nanqiang Night Market before heading to the airport for your mid-night departure flight. Have a wonderful trip!