Experience the “Amazon of China” on this 7-day immersive adventure in Xishuangbanna. This tour blends UNESCO-recognized botanical wonders with spiritual Dai rituals, designed for nature lovers and cultural explorers.
Day 1: Arrival & Night Market Exploration Arrive in Jinghong and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Spend your evening exploring the Jiangnan Night Market to sample local Dai snacks like grilled river fish and pineapple rice.
Day 2: Authentic Village Life & Ancient Heritage Visit Manyuan Village, a hidden gem of Dai culture. Learn traditional paper-making or try banana-leaf cooking with local elders. Later, marvel at the Nine Pagodas in Gaozhuang and explore the dazzling Starlight Night Market for handwoven fabrics and silver jewellery.
Day 3: Sky-High Rainforest Adventure Explore Wangtianshu National Park. Walk the famous Canopy Corridor, suspended 36 metres high, offering a bird's-eye view of the ancient forest. Cruise the Nanla River to spot rare tropical birds and exotic orchids.
Day 4: Jungle Trek & Indigenous Culture Embark on a guided light trek through the primeval rainforest of Jinuo Mountain. Cross bamboo bridges and learn about medicinal plants from your indigenous guides. Enjoy a unique rainforest picnic with bamboo-cooked sticky rice.
Day 5: Botanical Wonders & Water Festivals Visit the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden to see giant Victoria water lily pads. Later, join the daily Water-Splashing Festival at the Dai Ethnic Garden—a joyous ritual symbolising purification and blessings.
Day 6: Royal Gardens & Spiritual Heritage Spend your day at the 1,300-year-old Manting Park, once the royal garden of the Dai kings. Visit the sacred Total Buddha Temple to admire its exquisite architecture and golden pagodas. Enjoy a serene evening by the Mekong River.
Day 7: Farewell to the Rainforest Enjoy free time for last-minute shopping for Pu’er tea or wood carvings before your private transfer to the airport or station.
