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Kunming 3-day itinerary

Kunming in 3 Days

A relaxed Yunnan introduction including the Stone Forest and Kunming's vibrant food scene.

Day 1

City Essentials

Morning

Green Lake Park morning stroll + seagulls (winter only)

Cuihu Park2 hours
Afternoon

Yuantong Temple + Yunnan University campus

City centre2.5 hours
Evening

Dianchi Lake sunset from cable car

Western Hills2.5 hours
Meal tips: Cross-bridge noodles for lunch at a local institution
Day 2

Stone Forest

Morning

High-speed train to Stone Forest

Kunming South Station20 min
Afternoon

Full Stone Forest exploration

Shilin Scenic Area5 hours
Evening

Return + Yunnan flower market

Dounan Flower Market2 hours
Meal tips: Local Yi minority food near the Stone Forest for lunch
Day 3

Culture + Food

Morning

Yunnan Provincial Museum

Museum district2.5 hours
Afternoon

Kunming Old Street + food hunt

Old Street area3 hours
Evening

Departure or train to Dali

Meal tips: Steam pot chicken for a farewell Yunnan lunch

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