Kunming Lijiang Dali Travel Guide

The following are the most complete and best routes of Yunnan tourism strategy:

* * Day 1: Arriving in Kunming * *

-Morning: Arrive in kunming changshui international airport, take the airport bus or take a taxi to the downtown hotel to check in. After a short rest, go to Dianchi ridge dam to watch the scenery of Dianchi Lake, where you can feed seagulls (in winter).

-Afternoon: Visit Cuihu Park and feel the leisure and tranquility of Kunming. After that, I went to yunnan military academy History Museum to learn about the military history of Yunnan.

-Evening: Go to Nanping Street to taste local delicacies, such as crossing the bridge rice noodles, steamed chicken, etc.

* * Day 2: Kunming-Dali * *

-Morning: Take the bullet train to Dali (about 2 hours). After arriving in Dali, go to the ancient city of Dali, stroll on the streets of the ancient city, and feel the unique style and strong historical and cultural atmosphere of Bai architecture. Visit foreign street, Wuhua building and other scenic spots.

-Afternoon: Go to Caicun Pier, take a cruise to visit Erhai Lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Erhai Lake.

-Evening: Go back to the ancient city of Dali and experience the local bar culture.

* * Day 3: Dali * *

-Morning: Rent a car or electric car to drive or ride around Erhai Lake, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Erhai Lake along the way, pass through Xizhou Ancient Town, and you can go in and feel the tranquility and simplicity of the ancient town.

-Afternoon: Go to the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple to learn about the Buddhist culture in Dali.

-Evening: Enjoy dinner in the ancient city of Dali, and then go to Renmin Road to visit the night market.

* * Day 4: Dali-Lijiang * *

-Morning: Take Li Wei by bullet train to Lijiang (about 2 hours to get around). After arriving in Lijiang, go to Old Town of Lijiang, check in and start sightseeing. Old Town of Lijiang has unique Naxi architectural style and famous scenic spots such as Sifang Street and Mufu.

-Afternoon: Continue to explore the ancient city and taste Lijiang's special snacks, such as preserved pork ribs and butter tea.

-Evening: Old Town of Lijiang has a rich nightlife, so you can listen to music and relax in the bar.

* * Day 5: Lijiang * *

-Morning: Go to Yulong Snow Mountain, take a cableway up the mountain and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the snow mountain. From the ropeway station, you can walk to Blue Moon Valley and enjoy the blue lake and the surrounding snow-capped mountains.

-Afternoon: On the way back to Old Town of Lijiang, you can visit Shuhe Ancient Town and feel the quiet atmosphere different from Old Town of Lijiang.

* * Day 6: Lijiang-Lugu Lake * *

-Morning: Take a bus to Lugu Lake (about 5-6 hours). After arriving at Lugu Lake, find a room with a lake view, and then take a walk along the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lugu Lake.

-Afternoon: Attend Mosuo's home visit to learn about Mosuo people's customs and cultural traditions.

-Evening: You can attend a bonfire party and experience the hospitality of Mosuo people.

* * Day 7: Lugu Lake-Shangri-La * *

-Morning: Continue to play in Lugu Lake, and you can choose to take a pig trough boat to visit the lake.

-Afternoon: Take a bus to Shangri-La (about 6-7 hours). After arriving in Shangri-La, arrange accommodation.

-Evening: Visit Dukezong ancient city and taste local specialties.

* * Day 8: Shangri-La * *

-Morning: Visit Songzanlin Temple to learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture.

-Afternoon: Go to Pudacuo National Park and enjoy the scenery of virgin forests, lakes and grasslands.

* * Day 9: Shangri-La-Return trip * *

-According to your own itinerary, choose the appropriate mode of transportation to return.

This route covers the classic scenic spots in Yunnan, including Kunming, a famous historical and cultural city, Dali, Lijiang, a city of romantic encounters, Lugu Lake, a mysterious daughter country, and Shangri-La, the last pure land on earth. Every place has its unique charm and rich tourism resources, which allows you to fully appreciate Yunnan's natural scenery, history, culture and ethnic customs. During the trip, pay attention to bring appropriate clothes and sunscreen products according to the weather conditions, and at the same time respect local customs and religious beliefs.

Generally from Kunming, the direction is to play Dali first, then Lijiang, and finally sit directly from Lijiang to Kunming. Take the intercity train from Qujing to Kunming. Kunming attractions: Cuihu, Jiangwutang, Nanping Pedestrian Street, Ethnic Village and Xishan.

Kunming cuisine: crossing the bridge rice noodles, small pot rice noodles, steamed chicken, mushrooms. From Kunming to Dali, you can choose to take the train or bus, and the bus will take you to the western passenger station. It is recommended to take the bus during the day and the train at night. Attractions in Dali: Dali Ancient City, Cangshan Ximatan Cableway, Erhai Lake, Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Tianlong Babu Film and Television City, butterfly spring, Xizhou Residence and Double Corridor.

Dali cuisine: cold chicken rice noodles, roasted milk fans;

Accommodation: choose to live in the ancient city or by the Erhai Lake. It is recommended to live in Caicun or Shuanglang for the sea view room. Caicun is close to the ancient city, and Shuanglang is a certain distance from the ancient city.

It is suggested to visit the ancient city of Dali and Erhai Lake first, then go to Xizhou and Shuanglang, and take a shuttle bus or chartered bus from Shuanglang to Lijiang. Lijiang attractions: Old Town of Lijiang, Shuhe Ancient Town, Baisha Ancient Town, Lashihai Riding, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Yulong Snow Mountain, Lijiang Impression Song and Dance, Lugu Lake.

Lijiang cuisine: black goat hot pot, Lijiang ribs. Regarding shopping, there are many alleys in Old Town of Lijiang, and the things inside are very cheap.

Accommodation: it is recommended to book in advance; You can live in the ancient city or Shuhe River. The ancient city is more noisy and Shuhe River is quieter. There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening in Yunnan. Wear short sleeves (skirts) and a thin coat in September, and the temperature will plummet when it rains in Yunnan. Ultraviolet rays are strong, so take sunscreen, hat and sunglasses.