Xishuangbanna Luxury Rainforest & Dai Culture Tour

Itinerary:
Daytime: After breakfast, journey to Manyuan Village for a full day immersed in Dai culture and nature. Experience traditional farming—tap rubber trees and pick seasonal fruits, while enjoying the lush surroundings. Under the guidance of local artisans, try your hand at crafting palm-leaf scriptures and Dai pottery, discovering the region's rich intangible cultural heritage. In the afternoon, join lively Dai song and dance, or dive into the festive water-splashing celebrations.
Evening: Explore the vibrant Starlight Night Market, sampling Dai specialties and browsing local crafts amid the tropical ambiance of Xishuangbanna.

Attractions:
Manyuan Village (Free entry): Hailed as one of China's top 10 most beautiful villages, Manyuan is a hidden gem with ancient Longshan cultural roots. Its unique customs, serene setting, and harmonious lifestyle provide an authentic glimpse into rural Dai life. Visitors can participate in traditional dances act as the lively "little peacock," and festive water-splashing activities.
Starlight Night Market (Free entry): A rising hotspot in Xishuangbanna, the Starlight Night Market in Gasa offers a wide array of local snacks, handmade crafts, and a lively, colorful atmosphere. It's a must-visit for travelers seeking local flavor.

Included Activity:
Dai Farming Life—Rubber Tapping & Fruit Picking: Hands-on experience with traditional agricultural practices, offering a rare opportunity to connect with rural life.
Dai Intangible Cultural Heritage: Guided craft activities, from palm-leaf scriptures to pottery, showcasing the Dai people's creativity and cultural legacy.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel
Lunch: Local specialties (at your own expense)
Dinner: Traditional Dai Peacock Feast with hand-picked rice

Hotel: Bodu Senyang Villa Holiday Hotel or similar

Itinerary:
Morning: After breakfast, explore Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park, starting at Peacock Lake to feed the peacocks and watch them glide across the water. Take a sightseeing vehicle to Aini Village, join lively Dai song and dance performances, and experience the festive spirit of the water-splashing celebration. Discover the Intangible Cultural Heritage exhibition hall and the tropical valley rainforest, and try jungle rope activities for a thrilling encounter with nature.
Afternoon: After lunch, visit Manting Royal Garden, a historic park that blends natural beauty with Dai and Thai cultural elements. Stroll through the lush vine garden, admire traditional architecture, and then head to Zongfo Temple to experience Buddhist serenity. Meditate, relax, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this sacred space.

Attractions:
Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park (Ticket included): Located northeast of Jinghong along the Lancang River, this is the nearest primeval forest to the city. The Primeval Forest Park showcasing tropical valley rainforests, peacock-centered wildlife, and Hani-Aini ethnic culture. Highlights include Peacock Hill, Aini Village, and the ethnic performance arena.
Manting Royal Garden (Ticket included): Situated southeast of Jinghong, Manting Garden is a historic village-style park and a former royal garden of the Dai kings. It uniquely blends Dai culture, Buddhist traditions, and natural scenery.
Xishuangbanna General Buddhist Temple (Zongfo Temple) (Free entry): Also called "Waba Jie" in Dai, this Buddhist temple near Manting Garden features stunning architecture and intricate carvings. Historically a sacred site for local rulers, it remains a place of reflection and spiritual significance.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel
Lunch: Local specialties (at your own expense)
Dinner: Local specialties (at your own expense)

Hotel: Bodu Senyang Villa Holiday Hotel or similar

Itinerary:
Morning: After breakfast, head to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, China's largest and most diverse botanical garden. With expert guidance, explore the rich variety of tropical plants and ecosystems. Highlights include the Shade Plant Garden, Giant Water Lilies, Palm Garden, and Banyan Garden with its impressive buttress roots. Be sure to visit the Exotic Flower and Rare Plant Garden to fully experience the vibrancy and wonders of the tropical rainforest.
Afternoon: In the afternoon, visit Wangtianshu Scenic Area, part of the Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest National Park. Encounter rare plants and animals, learn about rainforest ecology, and enjoy a thrilling walk along the 2.5 km aerial canopy walkway suspended high above the forest, offering panoramic views of the lush rainforest. Later, head to The Great Pagoda Temple of Jinghong, a striking Buddhist landmark. Take time to meditate, admire the intricate carvings, and soak in the sacred atmosphere.

Attractions:
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (Ticket included): Located in Menglun Town, this is China's largest botanical garden and home to the world's richest collection of plant species. The garden is divided into eastern and western zones, featuring both primeval rainforest and landscaped areas. Key highlights include the Shade Plant Garden, Palm Garden, Banyan Garden, Exotic Flower Garden, and other themed areas showcasing rare and exotic plants.
Wangtianshu Scenic Area (Ticket included): Part of Xishuangbanna National Nature Reserve, this rainforest habitat hosts over 6,000 plant species and 1,000 vertebrate species. Centered around the iconic Wangtianshu trees, the area offers a full rainforest experience from water and ground layers to the canopy, combining natural wonder with educational insight.
Aerial Canopy Walkway (Ticket included): This 2.5 km-long suspension bridge is built among towering Wangtianshu trees and rises over ten stories high. Walking along it provides a unique, bird's-eye view of the rainforest and its lush greenery.
The Great Pagoda Temple of Jinghong (Free entry): Also called the Myanmar Golden Pagoda, this 66.6-meter-tall landmark symbolizes the Mekong River linking six countries. Its golden spires, intricate carvings, and sacred Buddha statues create a solemn atmosphere. Surrounded by serene gardens, it is an ideal place for reflection and to experience Dai Buddhist culture.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel
Lunch: Local specialties (own expense)
Dinner: Local specialties (own expense)

Hotel: Bodu Senyang Villa Holiday Hotel or similar

Itinerary:
Daytime: After breakfast, set out for Jino Mountain to explore the heart of the tropical rainforest. With a professional guide, trek through pristine forest trails and marvel at the unique natural wonders around you. Add an adventurous twist by trying rainforest swings and tree descents.
Following the hike, visit a Jino ethnic village. Participate in the traditional Jino drum dance and try your hand at preparing a rainforest-inspired meal. Savor authentic local flavors and gain a deeper understanding of the Jino people's culture and their intimate connection with nature.
Evening: In the evening, visit the Xishuangbanna Tropical Flowers Garden to admire its colorful tropical flora. Wander among vibrant flowers and lush vegetation, immersing yourself in the energy of the rainforest. As night falls, join a guided firefly-watching experience in the serene rainforest, where the flickering lights of fireflies create a magical ambiance.

Attractions:
Jino Mountain Rainforest Trek (Ticket included): Explore deep into Bapiao Village on Jino Mountain. Encounter fascinating tropical phenomena such as giant buttress roots, towering canopy trees, medicinal herbs, water-droplet leaf tips, flowering ancient trees, and epiphytic growth. The trek includes a 2 km stream-challenge section, plant identification, rainforest water collection, and several uphill hiking stretches.
Xishuangbanna Tropical Flowers Garden (Ticket included): Situated in Jinghong City within the Yunnan Tropical Crops Research Institute, this 80-hectare garden is a major Xishuangbanna attraction. Divided into zones including the Herb Garden, Palm Plant Area, Sparse Tree Lawn, Fruit Tree Area, and Economic Crop Area, it showcases nearly 1,000 species of tropical plants and flowers, blending scenic beauty with educational insights into tropical flora and crops.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel
Lunch: Local specialties (own expense)
Dinner: Local specialties (own expense)

Hotel: Bodu Senyang Villa Holiday Hotel or similar

Itinerary:
Full Day: After breakfast, travel north of Jinghong City to Wild Elephant Valley, set within a lush tropical rainforest. This unique park offers immersive encounters with Asia's gentle giants. Join the "Rainforest Elephant Care" experience, feeding elephants by hand and learning how to analyze their dung to better understand their behavior and ecology. You can also take part in creative elephant-themed workshops, crafting nutritious elephant treats to take home as one-of-a-kind souvenirs.

Attractions:
Wild Elephant Valley (Ticket included): Situated 36 km north of Jinghong along National Highway 213, the valley is frequently visited by wild Asian elephants, giving it its name. As China's first national park dedicated to wildlife and environmental conservation, it boasts tropical rainforest, South Asian subtropical evergreen broadleaf forest, and a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Explore the park via rainforest cableways, elevated observation trails, and visit the Asian Elephant Breeding Center and Museum, gaining up-close encounters without disturbing the elephants' natural routine.

Included Activity: Rainforest Elephant Care & Elephant Creative Workshop
Work alongside elephant keepers to feed and observe the elephants. Learn to analyze elephant dung to assess their health. In the creative workshop, make elephant nutrition balls, combining conservation, education, and hands-on fun for an unforgettable experience.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel 
Lunch: Local specialties (own expense)
Dinner: “Mushroom Princess” steamed hotpot

Hotel: Bodu Senyang Villa Holiday Hotel or similar

Itinerary:
Full day: On the last day of your trip, start with a relaxed breakfast at your hotel. Depending on your flight time, your private driver will escort you to the airport for your return journey, leaving with cherished memories from your unforgettable adventure.

Dining:
Breakfast: Included at your hotel
Lunch: Local specialties (own expense)