10 TOP Things to Do in Yunnan October 2026

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Things to do

Shangri-La Middle Tiger Leaping Gorge High Road Hike

฿2,482

per adult

Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour

฿3,790

per adult

Shangri-La Day Tour Songzanlin Monastery and Napa Sea

฿2,237

per adult

Cangshan Mountain hike and organic homemade dinner

฿1,202

per adult

Cao Son Market Full Day Tour from Sapa

฿4,340

per traveller

Kunming Stone Forest + Kunming City Private Tour

Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour

฿3,790

per adult

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Lijiang to Shangri-La Scenic Drive Tour with Tiger Leaping Gorge

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Lijiang: Royal Feast with Costumes and Dance Show

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Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Day Trip for Foreigners

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Ha Giang Loop 3D2N Easy Rider Small Group with English Guide

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Dali: Xizhou Morning Market Tour with Linden Centre

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What to do in Yunnan

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Erhai Lake

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Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods.

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Kunming City Centre

Kunming City Centre is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Green Lake Park and Nanping Pedestrian Street.

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Dali Ancient Town

Dali Ancient Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like South Gate and Yu'er Park.

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Dayan Old Town

Dayan Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lijiang Old Town and Lijiang Mural.

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Tengchong

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Tengchong. You might want to make time for a stop at Dieshuihe Waterfall or Tengchong Volcanic Scenic Area.

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Shuhe Old Town

Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Shuhe Old Town. You might consider stopping by Ancient Tea Horse Road Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.