Yunnan Qujing 4-Day 3-Night Family Travel Guide (Budget: About 4000 RMB)

1. Preparation Before the Trip **Transportation:** It is recommended to take a high-speed train or flight from your city to Kunming, then transfer to a high-speed train or long-distance bus to Qujing (about 2 hours by car). **Budget Suggestion:** High-speed train/flight tickets (depending on departure city, book in advance for discounts), mainly use public transportation or chartered car after arrival. 2. Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Qujing, City Tour **Morning:** Arrive in Qujing (high-speed train/bus), check into a booked budget hotel (300-500 RMB/night) **Noon:** Taste local specialties—“Qujing Rice Noodles” or “Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles,” about 30 RMB per person **Afternoon:** Visit Qilin Square to experience the city atmosphere, free of charge **Evening:** Explore Qujing Night Market, try various snacks, budget 50 RMB/person **Accommodation:** Budget hotel (such as 7 Days Inn, Home Inn, about 200-300 RMB/night) **Budget:** Accommodation + meals ≈ 500 RMB Day 2: Stone Forest Scenic Area Day Tour (Recommended to charter or carpool) **Transportation:** Book carpool or charter in advance (about 300-400 RMB/day, about 100 RMB/person for 4 people) **Attraction:** Stone Forest Scenic Area (ticket: about 175 RMB/person, discounts for students/children available) **Lunch:** Simple meal inside the scenic area or bring your own food, budget 50 RMB **Afternoon:** Continue touring the Stone Forest, take photos **Evening:** Return to the city, rest **Budget:** Transportation + tickets + meals ≈ 400 RMB Day 3: Luoping Canola Flower Fields or Puzhehei (Choose based on season and interest) **Option 1:** Luoping Canola Flowers (best season: March to May) **Transportation:** Carpool or charter (about 400 RMB/day) **Tickets:** Free or low cost **Experience:** Photography, flower viewing **Option 2:** Puzhehei (suitable for those who enjoy lakes and mountains) **Transportation:** Carpool or charter (about 400 RMB/day) **Tickets:** About 150 RMB **Experience:** Boating, lakeside walks **Accommodation:** Local guesthouse or homestay (about 200-300 RMB/night) **Budget:** Transportation + tickets + meals ≈ 500-600 RMB Day 4: Return or Leisure City Tour **Morning:** If time permits, visit Qujing Museum or Ziyunshan Park, free of charge **Noon:** Local specialty restaurant, budget 50 RMB/person **Afternoon:** Return trip, take high-speed train/flight back 3. Budget Summary (Example for a family of 4) Item Cost (RMB) Transportation (high-speed train/flight + charter) about 1500 Accommodation (3 nights) about 900 (300/night) Tickets and attractions about 700 Meals about 600 Others (shopping, contingency) about 300 Total about 4000 RMB 4. Tips Book transportation and accommodation in advance to enjoy discounts Choose attractions according to the season to avoid off-season or peak crowds Select budget accommodations to ensure comfort while saving costs Use public transportation more to reduce travel expenses Bring some snacks and water to avoid high prices inside scenic areas Hope this guide helps you plan an unforgettable and affordable family trip to Qujing, Yunnan!