How much is a private car in Xishuangbanna?

A tropical day tour starts from $150 for a sedan (1-3), $190 for a Buick GL8 (4-6) and $270 for a Mercedes V-Class (7-8).

Can you pick us up from JHG Airport?

Yes. We offer Xishuangbanna Airport (JHG) pickup and can drive you straight to your Jinghong resort.

Do we need a special permit?

Xishuangbanna is open to regular tourism. Border areas near Myanmar may need permits; we advise on this when booking.

When is the best weather?

November to April is dry and pleasant. May-October is green and rainy but lush. The Water-Splashing Festival is mid-April.

Xishuangbanna Tropical Tour Private Car

Escape to Xishuangbanna, a tropical Dai autonomous region on the Myanmar border, with palm-lined streets, Buddhist pagodas and lush rainforest. A private car lets you reach the botanical gardens and Dai villages far from the tourist buses.

We pick you up from Jinghong, Xishuangbanna Airport (JHG) or your resort. Fixed price from $150 for a flexible day; multi-day tropical itineraries are available on request.

Xishuangbanna — Distances & Driving Time

Route	Distance	Driving Time
Jinghong / JHG Airport → Tropical Garden	~60 km	~1.5 hours
Jinghong → Galang Spring village	~10 km	~25 min
Garden → Wild Elephant Valley	~40 km	~50 min

Xishuangbanna Private Car Rates

8-hour private city charter with professional driver. Fixed price — no hidden fees. Driver waits at every stop. Overtime at $10/hour after 8 hours.

Vehicle	Seats	Rate
Sedan / VW Passat (1-3)	3	$150 ~¥1,080
Buick GL8 MPV (4-6)	6	$190 ~¥1,368
Mercedes V-Class (7-8)	8	$270 ~¥1,944
14-seat Minibus	14	$245 ~¥1,764