How to Plan Puer Tours

As one of the most important destinations on the Yunnan classic tour routes, Puer Tours are connected with other top destinations in Yunnan, like Kunming, Dali and Lijiang, etc. Start a tea culture tour of Puer and enjoy the renowned Puer Tea, explore the mysterious and fun festivals of ethnic culture like Splashing Festival and Wooden Drum Festival, trace back the Ancient Tea Horse Road spreading and connecting the ancient civilization and culture. You will set your feet on every top destination of Yunnan. Puer is always regarded as one of the important destinations in the classical Yunnan Travel. Puer also preserves the traditional Chinese folk customs and art forms. Why not start to customize your trip? If you prefer, contact our consultant and we can adjust the itinerary of our prearranged routes or we can just tailor-make your own kind of Pu’er Tour. What's more, Yunnan Exploration provides tour packages with various tour themes, including Puer Highlights Tour, Puer Golf Tour, Puer City Tour, Puer Cycling Tour, Puer Hiking Tour, Puer Bird-watching Tour, etc. Come to Puer, you can always find the suitable tours for you. If you have any problems, please contact us. We will try our best to customize the best tours for you according to your requirements.

Pu'er, with its mild winters and summers, boasts an annual average temperature of 19.5°C. The city has over 68.23% forest cover, a high concentration of negative oxygen ions, and a vibrant atmosphere year-round. Particularly during the autumn and winter months, Pu'er becomes an ideal destination for those seeking warmth and comfort.

During the National Day (国庆节) and Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) holidays, you can indulge in the unique charm of Pu'er tea (普洱茶) and Pu'er coffee (普洱咖啡). You can hike to the top of Pu'er Mountain (普洱山) or Jingmai Mountain (景迈山) to witness breathtaking sea of clouds that will transport you into a fairyland. Stroll through the Chinese Pu'er Tea Expo Park (中华普洱茶博览苑), visit the Jinggu Mangka Hot Springs (景谷芒卡温泉), or explore the ancient Wengji Ancient Village (翁基古寨), where you can experience ethnic traditions and savor local delicacies.

Pu'er is waiting for you to explore. Whether you're visiting during the holiday season or planning a future trip, here are ten fantastic routes for you to discover.

Pu'er National Day & Mid-Autumn Festival Tour Recommendations

Route 1: Small Town & Pu'er Fireworks Tour

• Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Simao Old Street (思茅老街) → Daijia Alley Ancient Buildings (戴家巷古建筑群) → "Dayuan 1955" Entrepreneurship Community ("大院1955"创业社区) → Night Tour of Tea Horse Ancient Town (茶马古城旅游小镇) → Pu'er Sun River Forest Park (普洱太阳河森林公园) → Tea Garden Experience (采茶制茶) → Night Hot Springs → Tea Horse Road Scenic Area (茶马古道旅游景区) → Lao Zhuaqing (老爪箐)

Highlights:
In this 3-day itinerary, immerse yourself in the charm of Simao Old Street, where ancient stories await in every alley. Visit Daijia Alley, an old architectural cluster, and experience the historical significance of Dayuan 1955. During the day, you’ll explore the fresh air of Pu'er Sun River Forest Park, where you can enjoy tea-picking experiences. By night, stroll through Tea Horse Ancient Town’s night market, savoring local snacks and enjoying the relaxing hot springs. Conclude your journey with a walk through Lao Zhuaqing, where you can discover authentic rural Pu'er flavors.

Route 2: Cloud-Watching Journey in the Clouds of Pu’er

• Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Center → Jingmai Mountain Heritage Center (景迈山遗产展示中心) → Nuogan Ancient Village (糯干古寨) → Jingmai Mountain Dazhai Viewing Platform (景迈山大寨观景台) → Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest (景迈山古茶林) → Wengji Ancient Village (翁基古寨) → Pu'er Mountain (普洱山) → Nakeri Tea Horse Station Scenic Area (那柯里茶马驿站景区)

Highlights:
Autumn and winter are the best seasons for cloud watching in Pu'er. This route covers the world heritage site of Jingmai Mountain (景迈山) and the spectacular sea of clouds at Pu'er Mountain (普洱山). Enjoy the freedom of “lying down to watch the clouds” in Jingmai Mountain, and explore its deep tea culture at the heritage center. Visit the ancient Nuogan Village and experience the traditional Dai culture. As you ascend Pu'er Mountain, witness the stunning sunrise and sea of clouds, a view that has been featured on China Central Television (CCTV).

Route 3: Tea & Horse Road Historical Journey

• Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Museum (普洱市博物馆) → Tea Horse Road Scenic Area (茶马古道旅游景区) → Yunman Ying Elephant Mountain Scenic Area (云缦营倚象山景区) → Chinese Pu'er Tea Expo Park (中华普洱茶博览苑) → Pu'er Sun River Forest Park (普洱太阳河森林公园) → Pu'er Mountain (普洱山) → Ning'er County Mohei Ancient Town (宁洱县磨黑古镇) → Nakeri Tea Horse Station Scenic Area (那柯里茶马驿站景区)

Highlights:
This route will introduce you to the historical and natural wonders of Pu'er. Visit the Pu'er City Museum to understand the historical context of tea, followed by a visit to the Tea Horse Road Scenic Area, where the legacy of the tea trade is brought to life. Pu'er Sun River Forest Park offers a serene escape, and Ning’er County’s Mohei Ancient Town brings you back in time to witness traditional architecture and the region's unique history.

Route 4: "Coffee Capital of China" Coffee Exploration Tour

• Duration: 1 Day

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Simao District (思茅区) → Pu'er Sun River Forest Park (普洱太阳河森林公园) → Coffee Farms (Beigui Coffee Warehouse, XiaoAoZi Coffee Manor, Meili Xing Village)

Highlights:
This route is perfect for coffee lovers. Discover the magic behind every coffee bean grown in Pu'er. From picking to roasting, experience the entire coffee-making process. The best time to visit is from November to March, when the coffee beans are harvested, offering you an in-depth understanding of Pu'er’s coffee culture.

Route 5: City of Alliance—Ethnic Unity Tour

• Duration: 1 Day

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Museum (普洱市博物馆) → Nakeri Tea Horse Station Scenic Area (那柯里茶马驿站景区) → Ethnic Unity Park (民族团结园) → Mohei Ancient Town (磨黑古镇)

Highlights:
This route highlights Pu'er’s Ethnic Unity Park, where you can visit the monument dedicated to the unity of Chinese ethnic groups. Explore the Mohei Ancient Town, which was a revolutionary site, and discover local cuisine and ancient architecture.

Route 6: "Ancient Tea Forest Adventure" in Jingmai Mountain

• Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Simao District (思茅区) → Jingmai Mountain Heritage Center (景迈山遗产展示中心) → Nuogan Ancient Village (糯干古寨) → Jingmai Mountain Dazhai Viewing Platform (景迈大寨观景台) → Aileng Mountain Hiking Trail (哎冷山徒步道) → Tea Spirit Platform (茶魂台) → Tea God Tree (茶神树) → Wengji Ancient Village (翁基古寨) → Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest (景迈山古茶林)

Highlights:
This route offers a deep dive into the Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest (景迈山古茶林), a UNESCO heritage site. You'll hike through ancient villages, explore the Aileng Mountain Trail, and immerse yourself in the culture of the Browns (布朗族) and Dai (傣族) people.

Route 7: "Green Triangle" Eco-Adventure Tour

• Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Simao District (思茅区) → Jingmai Mountain Dazhai Viewing Platform (景迈山大寨观景台) → Wengji Ancient Village (翁基古寨) → Nuogan Ancient Village (糯干古寨) → Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest (景迈山古茶林) → Ximeng County Mengsuo Longtan (西盟县勐梭龙潭) → Muyi Ji Shengu (木依吉神谷) → Menglian County Night View (孟连县夜景)

Highlights:
This eco-tour takes you through Pu’er’s Green Triangle, which includes Menglian Dai, Lahu, and Wa Autonomous Counties. Explore rare wildlife, ancient cultures, and eco-tourism attractions.

Route 8: "Twin Culture" Exploration Along the Tropic of Cancer

• Duration: 2 Days, 1 Night

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Simao District (思茅区) → Mojiang Tropic of Cancer Marker Park (墨江北回归线标志园) → Mojiang Confucian Temple (墨江文庙) → Shuanglong Barbecue City (双龙烧烤城) → Purple Valley Gorge (紫谷大峡谷)

Highlights:
Explore the Tropic of Cancer marker and enjoy unique cultural experiences, including Hani (哈尼族) traditions, and savor local cuisine.

Route 9: "World Tea Origin & Wellness" Tour

• Duration: 2 Days, 1 Night

• Recommended Route:
  Tianshili Dipoer Biotech Tea Valley (天士力帝泊洱生物茶谷) → Chinese Pu'er Tea Expo Park (中华普洱茶博览苑) → Yunman Ying Elephant Mountain Scenic Area (云缦营倚象山景区) → Sungmao DTC Six Chinese Medicine Expo Garden (淞茂滇草六味中医药博览园)

Highlights:
This route focuses on wellness and tea culture, offering a perfect mix of health, relaxation, and tea knowledge. The itinerary is suitable for all ages.

Route 10: "Mount Wuliang & Ailao Mountain" Forest Self-Drive Tour

• Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights

• Recommended Route:
  Pu'er City Simao District (思茅区) → Jinggu County Mengwo Twin Towers Scenic Area (景谷县勐卧双塔景区) → Mangka Hot Springs (芒卡温泉) → Jinggu White Horse Mountain Scenic Area (景谷白马山旅游景区)

Highlights:
Explore the natural wonders of Wuliang Mountain (无量山) and Ailao Mountain (哀牢山), known for their rich biodiversity and scenic beauty.

Best Puer Tours

• 3 Days Pue City Ethnic Culture Tour to Lancang and Ximeng Counties
• 4 Days Puer Tea Culture Tour with Jingmai Tea Mountains and Traditional Ethnic Villages
• 4 Days Puer Forest Tour with Wuliang Mountain and Ailao Mountain
• 5 Day Puer City In-depth Tour with Ancient Tea Horse Road and Ethnic Culture
• 6 Days Puer Ethnic Minorities and Local Markets Discovery Tour

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• 6 Days XishuangBanna and Puer Ethnic Culture Tour with Tea Culture and Ethnic Villages Discovery
• 7 Days Kunming, XishuangBanna and Puer Family Tour with Tropical Forest and Ethnic Culture Discovery
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Tea Culture Tours

• 2 Days Yunnan Tea Culture Tour to East Slope of Wuliangshan Mountain in Jingdong County
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• 7 Days XishuangBanna and Puer Tea Culture Tour
• 10 Days Yunnan Puer Tea and Dianhong Black Tea Tour to Lincang and Fengqing
• 11 Days Southwest Yunnan Dianhong Black Tea and Puer Tea Culture Tour
• 11 Days Southwest Yunnan Dianhong Black Tea and Puer Tea Culture Tour

Ancient Tea Horse Road Tour

• 4 Days Puer Ethnic Culture and Ancient Tea Horse Road Tour from Kunming
• 5 Day Puer City In-depth Tour with Ancient Tea Horse Road and Ethnic Culture
• 13 Days Yunnan Ancient Tea Horse Road Discovery and Puer Tea Culture Tour
• 16 Days Best Yunnan Tea Tour along the Ancient Tea Horse Road

Minority Discovery

• 6 Days Puer and XishuangBanna Coffee, Tea and Minority Culture Tour
• 6 Days XishuangBanna and Puer Ethnic Culture Tour with Tea Culture and Ethnic Villages Discovery
• 6 Days Puer Ethnic Minorities and Local Markets Discovery Tour
• 7 Days Kunming, XishuangBanna and Puer Family Tour with Tropical Forest and Ethnic Culture Discovery
• 26 Days Grand Yunnan Ethnic Minority Discovery

Yunnan Birding Tours

• 6 Days XishuangBanna and Puer Tropical Forest Birding Tour

Yunnan Hiking Tours

• 6 Days XishuangBanna Tropical Forest and Jingmai Ancient Tea Mountain Hiking Tour
• 46 Days Yunnan Panorama Photography Tour with 25 Ethnic Minorities Discovery and Three Parallel Rivers Hiking Adventure

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