3 Days Puzhehei Lotus Flowers Tour and Bamei Xanadu Discovery By Speed Train(June,July,August)

This 3-day tour takes you on a captivating journey through two of Yunnan's most enchanting destinations: Puzhehei and Bamei Village. Known for their stunning natural beauty, both locations offer a unique experience of serenity and cultural richness. Puzhehei, with its breathtaking lotus-filled lakes and karst landscape, provides the perfect setting for nature lovers and photographers. Bamei Village, isolated and peaceful, offers an authentic glimpse of Zhuang ethnic culture amidst a landscape that feels like a lost Shangri-La. Whether you're exploring the picturesque lotus flowers, boating through caves, or soaking in the ethnic traditions, this tour will leave you with unforgettable memories of a hidden paradise.

Tour Highlights

• Puzhehei's Lotus Lakes:
  Explore the serene lakes of Puzhehei, especially during the summer months (June-August), when the lotus flowers are in full bloom, creating a breathtakingly beautiful landscape perfect for photography.

• Karst Landscapes & Boat Ride:
  Glide through the clear waters of the lakes and explore the stunning karst formations by boat. Enjoy spectacular views of the emerald mountains and tranquil rural scenery.

• Cultural Immersion in Ethnic Minorities:
  Discover the traditions of the Yi, Bai, and Yao minorities through traditional performances, ethnic cuisines, and cultural displays. Learn about the life and customs of these groups, who have preserved their unique cultures for centuries.

• Bamei Village – The Lost Shangri-La:
  Visit the hidden Bamei Village, accessible only by boat through dark caves. Surrounded by lush green mountains and crisscrossed by the Tuoniang River, the village is a perfect example of a peaceful and untouched world.

• Big Banyan Tree:
  Explore the iconic Big Banyan Tree in Bamei Village, an ancient symbol of longevity and strength for the local Zhuang ethnic group.

• Picturesque Landscapes:
  Immerse yourself in the idyllic scenery of Bamei, with its lush forests, clear streams, and timeless rural life, making it feel like a living Shangri-La. Enjoy a serene walk along the Bamei River and experience the tranquil rhythm of life.

• Traditional Local Cuisine:
  Taste the delicious and authentic ethnic cuisines of the Yi, Bai, and Zhuang people, with dishes that highlight fresh, local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.

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Brief Itinerary

• Day 1 Kunming-Puzhehei
• Day 2 Puzhehei-Bamei
• Day 3 Bamei-Puzhehei-Kunming

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Kunming-Puzhehei By Speed Train

Sightseeing and Activities: Puzhehei Scenic Resort, Qinglong Mountain, Torch Cave, Kwan-yin Cave, Local Ethnic Show
Accommodation: Puzhehei
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, drive to Kunming train station, then take the speed train to Puzhehei. After arrival, drive to Puzhehei Scenic Resort,  take a small boat to visit the Karst landscape and rurality and lakes.  If you come to Puzhehei on June, July and August, you will see large scale of lotus flowers on the lake. Then disembark at the Qinglongshan wharf and climb Qinglong Mountain to see the panorama of Puzhehei. After that, walk to visit the Torch Cave and Kwan-yin Cave. 

In the evening, you will watch a local show performed by ethnic minorities, such as Yi Minority, Bai Minority and Yao Minority.

Puzhehei in northwest Qiubei County is a fairyland from which visitor can have a panoramic view of clear lakes and pond full of lotus, emerald mountains and enchanting karst landscape. This charming country is also an ideal place to view the pomp in festivals of the Yao, Miao, Huang and Yi minorities. July to August is the best time to admire the most beautiful country landscape of Puzhehei, because the lotus blossoms are in their florescence.

Day 2 Puzhehei-Bamei

Sightseeing and Activities: Swan Lake, Bamei Village, Big Banyan Tree
Accommodation: Bamei
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning, visit some villages in the scenic area to experience local life. Then visit the "Swan Lake". After lunch, drive to Guangnan County, then take a boat to Bamei village by passing through the caves. After landing, visit Bamei Village and the Big Banyan Tree, enjoy the peaceful life of Zhuang ethnic people.

-The Bamei Village is located on the common boundary of Ake Village and Bada Village in the north of the Guangnan County,Wenshan. It belongs to the Karst topography. The Village is surrounded by green mountains, and through the Village runs all the year round a clear river which is called Tuoniang River. The most interesting thing about the village is that people have to go through a deep and sombrous water cave by boat whenever they want go in and out.When you emerge from the tunnel you will be amazed. In a hidden valley, among a grove of green bamboos and old trees, lies Bamei Village. A blue stream gently flows by, and hard-working farmers silently till the green fields. It's a picture of another lost Shangri-la.  Due to inconvenient location and hard transit, the village escaped attacks by outsiders and the influences of the modern world, staying as unadorned and as pure as they always were. A well-preserved environment and sub-tropical climate made the area a "Promised Land" for the inhabitants.

Day 3 Bamei-Puzhehei-Kunming By Speed Train

Sightseeing and Activities: Bamei village, Bamei River
Accommodation:
Meals: Breakfast

This morning, walk around in Bamei village and visit Bamei River. Take the boat to get out of the village from another cave. Then  drive back to Puzheihei and take the speed train to Kunming City. Service ends.

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Service Included:

• Admission fees for all of the sightseeing spots listed in the itinerary; Meals as listed in the itinerary;
• Accommodation with breakfast as listed in the itinerary;
• Private English-speaking tour guide and vehicle for transfers & sightseeing;
• Service charge & government taxes;
• Luggage transfers between airports and hotels;
• Two bottles of mineral water each day;
• Travel Agency's Responsibility Insurance;
• Round trip speed train tickets.

Service Excluded:

• Any arrival and departure international airfares or train tickets; Chinese visa fees; Excess baggage charged by Airlines;
• Single room supplement;
• Tips to guides and drivers;
• Personal expenses and gratuities to service staff;
• Personal travel accident insurance;
• All optional programs.

Travel Tips:

• Visitors are advised to always carry changes of clothing due to the large variations in temperature between day and night.
• The climate is relatively dry, so drink more water every day.
• Protecting oneself from strong UV radiation at high altitude.
• Protecting oneself from altitude sickness. Lessen the effects of altitude sickness, avoid strenuous exercise and have plenty of rest.
• Respect local customs , habits, and religious beliefs.
• When take photos, please pay attention to your safety, do not shoot in dangerous areas.

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