6 Days XishuangBanna Tour with Water Splashing Festival Celebration

Arrival and Transfer:
Upon arriving in Jinghong via flight, you will be warmly greeted by your private guide and transferred to your hotel in the city center. After check-in, you’ll have some time to relax and settle in.

Optional Activities:

• Gaozhuang Night Market: Explore Gaozhuang Night Market, a bustling street market in Jinghong known for its vibrant atmosphere. Here you can sample local dishes like Dai-style barbecue and traditional snacks while browsing local crafts and souvenirs.

• Boat Tour on the Lancang River (Optional): For a more peaceful experience, you can opt for a relaxing boat ride along the Lancang River, where you’ll get beautiful views of the river and the surrounding countryside.

Accommodation: Stay overnight at a comfortable hotel in Jinghong.

Morning: Dai Minority Garden and Water Splashing Festival

• Dai Minority Garden: After breakfast, your adventure begins with a visit to the Dai Minority Garden. This park is a cultural hub for the Dai people, where you’ll explore traditional Dai-style houses, lush gardens, and scenic spots.

• Water Splashing Festival: The highlight of your morning is the Water Splashing Festival, which is held at the Water Splashing Square within the garden. Join the local people in splashing water on each other, a symbol of purification and good luck.

• Dress in Dai Costumes: You can rent traditional Dai costumes for a more immersive experience, where you’ll enjoy dancing and splashing water along with the locals.

Afternoon: Jinuo Mountain and Jinuo Village

• Jinuo Mountain: After lunch, head towards Jinuo Mountain, home to one of the lesser-known ethnic groups in China—the Jinuo people.

• Jinuo Village: Visit Jinuo Village, where you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the tribe’s unique culture, including their traditional wooden houses, crafts, and rituals. Try their famous Jinuo tea, which is grown in ancient tea forests.

Evening: Gaozhuang Night Market

• Dinner and Shopping: In the evening, revisit Gaozhuang Night Market for a lively dinner and to shop for some handicrafts and local products.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel in Jinghong for an overnight stay.

Morning: Water Splashing Festival in Jinghong City

• Jinghong Water Splashing Festival: Participate in another round of the Water Splashing Festival in Jinghong City, where the streets are filled with lively water-splashing fun. This festival, integral to the Dai New Year celebration, symbolizes good luck and a fresh start. Join the locals and enjoy the vibrant, joyful atmosphere.

Afternoon: Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden

• Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden: After the water festival, enjoy a trip to the Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden. Established in 1959, this garden is one of the largest tropical botanical gardens in China. Walk through its beautiful West Zone, which is home to more than 13,000 plant species, including rare and endangered tropical plants.

Late Afternoon: Manting Park

• Manting Park: Visit Manting Park, the oldest royal garden in Xishuangbanna, which was once home to the Dai kings. Explore its tranquil landscape, lush greenery, and historic pavilions. You will also visit the Zongfosi Temple, a major Buddhist site with a golden roof and intricate carvings.

Evening: Free time to explore Jinghong or enjoy a traditional Dai-style dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel in Jinghong.

Morning: Wild Elephant Valley

• Wild Elephant Valley: Begin your day with a trip to Wild Elephant Valley, a large conservation area that provides a natural habitat for the Asian elephants.

• Cable Car Ride: Take a scenic cable car ride for breathtaking views of the valley and its tropical forest. From above, you’ll get a panoramic view of the lush surroundings, and if you’re lucky, spot wild elephants roaming in the area.

• Elephant Museum: Visit the Asian Elephant Museum, which offers educational exhibits on elephant conservation and the history of the region’s elephants.

• Elephant Watching: Spend some time at the valley where you can observe wild elephants bathing or playing in the river, an unforgettable experience for nature lovers.

Afternoon: Manzhang Village

• Manzhang Village: In the afternoon, travel to Manzhang Village, a peaceful village surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Here, you can interact with the locals, learn about their culture, and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

• Tea Cultivation: Discover how the local villagers cultivate tea in this lush region, and taste some locally grown tea.

Evening: Return to Jinghong for dinner and leisure time.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in Jinghong.

Morning: Nanuo Tea Mountain

• Nanuo Tea Mountain: After breakfast, head to Nanuo Tea Mountain, famous for its ancient tea trees. Here, you can learn about the tea cultivation process, sample different kinds of Pu’er tea, and learn about the rich history of tea in the region.

Late Morning: Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion Temple

• Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion Temple: Visit the Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion Temple, a beautiful and unique Buddhist temple with an octagonal structure. The temple offers a peaceful atmosphere and panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Afternoon: Dai Ethnic Villages

• Dai Ethnic Villages: Spend your afternoon visiting traditional Dai ethnic villages, where you’ll witness the daily life of the Dai people. Visit their homes, sample local delicacies, and enjoy their cultural performances.

Evening: Return to Jinghong for a farewell dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: Stay overnight in Jinghong.

Morning: Leisure Time

• Spend your final morning in Jinghong with some free time to explore any spots you may have missed or pick up some last-minute souvenirs.

Transfer to Airport

• Afterward, your guide will escort you to the airport for your flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day journey through Xishuangbanna.