10 TOP Things to Do in Yunnan August 2026

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Activities

Cangshan Mountain hike and organic homemade dinner

NZ$62

per adult

Shangri-La Day Tour Songzanlin Monastery and Napa Sea

NZ$116

per adult

Ha Giang Loop 3D2N Easy Rider Tour (Small group 2-10)

NZ$344

per adult

Dali Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)

NZ$60

per traveller

Private Kunming Day Tour: Old Town & Heritage Crafts

NZ$171

per adult

Ha Giang 4 Days 3 Nights Motorbike Tour: Culture & Scenic Loop

Ha Giang Loop 4 Days 3 Nights Motorbike Tour with easy Rider

NZ$415

per adult

Ha Giang loop 3 or 4 Days, Small Group Tour (within easy riders)

NZ$326

per adult

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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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Our guide on where to stay in Yunnan

Find the best Yunnan areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

Tengchong

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

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Gucheng District

While visiting Gucheng District, you might make a stop by sights like Lijiang Old Town and Black Dragon Pool.

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