Yunnan · 1,890 m
Kunming
The “Spring City”: mild all year, the gateway to Yunnan, with direct flights from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
Altitude
1,890 m
Best time
All year
Suggested stay
1–2 days
Kunming sits at 1,890 m with spring-like weather all year, which is why locals call it the Spring City. Its airport is a common gateway to the rest of Yunnan.
Getting around
- Airport to city: about 40 minutes by car
- High-speed trains to Dali (2 h) and Lijiang (3 h)
Sights
Restored old lanes full of local snacks; easy for all ages.
Flat, 1–2 h
Good to know
- Good first or last night before flights.
- Wild mushroom season Jun–Sep: only eat at restaurants your guide trusts.
Our trips that visit Kunming
11D10N#YN11
Northwest Yunnan Grand Loop: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Lugu Lake & Shangri-La
Max sleep
3,300m
Gentle day
≤5k steps
Longest drive
~4 h
From, per person
S$1,511¥7,888
Based on 6 guests · twin share
8D7N#YN8
Kunming – Dali – Lijiang – Shangri-La: 8-Day, 7-Night Private Tour of the Hidden Gems of Western Yunnan
Max sleep
3,280m
Gentle day
≤5.5k steps
Longest drive
~5 h
From, per person
S$827¥4,315
Based on 6 guests · twin share
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