Anning City Hot Spring Wellness Journey

Kunming Anning City — the hot spring capital of Yunnan. A 2-day-1-night itinerary experiencing hot spring wellness, exploring the natural wonders of Qinglong Gorge, and visiting the millennium-old temple Caoxi Temple.

No.1 in Yunnan

Hot Spring Resort

Gorge Wonder

Qinglong Gorge

Millennium Temple

Caoxi Temple

Year-Round

Wellness Paradise

Anning Hot Spring Resort

Yunnan's famous hot spring wellness destination

Anning City Two Days One Night Themed Tour

Hot spring wellness + gorge exploration + ancient temple zen, feel the wellness charm of Anning

                    
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Anning Hot Spring, Qinglong Gorge, Caoxi Temple

                    
Suitable For
Wellness Enthusiasts, Outdoor Explorers, Cultural Experience Seekers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥800-¥1,500

Hot Spring & Gorge

Hot Spring Experience + Gorge Exploration

Itinerary Highlights

Enjoy hot spring bathing in the morning, explore the gorge in the afternoon.

Attractions

Anning Hot Spring

One of the oldest hot springs in Yunnan, with water temperature between 42-45°C, rich in various minerals, acclaimed as the "Best Hot Spring Under Heaven".

Qinglong Gorge Scenic Area

A gorge landscape renowned for its precipitousness, uniqueness, and beauty, with a total length of approximately 5 km, featuring waterfalls, deep pools, and sheer cliffs — a great destination for outdoor exploration.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Limit hot spring bathing to 2 hours max
Wear anti-slip shoes for gorge trekking
Bring swimwear and a change of clothes

Accommodation Recommendations

Hot Spring Resort Hotel
Boutique Homestay
Wellness Sanatorium

Culture & Zen

Caoxi Temple + Tanglang River

Itinerary Highlights

Visit the ancient temple for zen meditation, enjoy the Tanglang River scenery.

Attractions

Caoxi Temple

A Buddhist temple originally built during the Song Dynasty, housing a precious Song Dynasty wooden-carved Guanyin statue and the "Heaven-Containing Precious Moon" wonder, listed as a Yunnan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

Tanglang River

Anning's mother river, with beautiful riverside scenery, especially spectacular when rapeseed flowers bloom in spring — a great place for leisurely walks and photography.

Practical Information

Experience Suggestions

Maintain silence inside the temple
Zen meditation experience available
Tanglang River is suitable for cycling

Return Trip Suggestions

Hot spring specialty products available for purchase
Allow sufficient time for return journey
Taste Anning local cuisine

Anning City Must-Try Foods

Anning Liang Juanfen (Cold Rice Noodle Rolls)

An Anning specialty snack, made from steamed rice slurry, served with a special sauce — smooth and refreshing, an excellent summer cooling treat.

Hot Spring Eggs

Eggs cooked using hot spring water temperature, with tender egg whites and semi-solidified yolks — a unique flavor and a signature food of the hot spring area.

Anning City Travel Tips

Best Seasons