Erhai Ecological Corridor Cycling Guide

🗺 [Recommended Routes] 1️⃣ Sunrise Route (a must-see for early birds): Dali Ancient City ➡ Longkan Wharf (stunning sunrise) ➡ Caicun Wharf ➡ Panxi S-Bend (popular photo spot) ➡ Langqiao Bridge ➡ Xizhou Ancient Town (local snacks) ➡ Back to Dali Ancient City 2️⃣ Sleep-In Route (good news for night owls): Dali Ancient City ➡ Xizhou Ancient Town ➡ Haixis Park (optional) ➡ Langqiao Bridge ➡ Panxi S-Bend ➡ Caicun Wharf ➡ Longkan Wharf ➡ Back to Dali Ancient City 🚴‍♀️ [Cycling Tool Options] 1️⃣ Bicycle with a basket and flowers: Many at Longkan Wharf, but you have to return it to the same place. Suitable for short, romantic trips. 💰10-20/unlimited time 2️⃣ Shared bicycle: Many at Caicun Wharf, suitable for short distances. 💰6/hour 3️⃣ Shared electric bicycle: Many at Caicun Wharf, fast speed, recommended for long distances. 💰15/hour 4️⃣ Rented road bike: The first choice for those with good physical strength, fast speed but long distance. 💰80/day 5️⃣ Sightseeing vehicle: Suitable for large groups or when you don't want to cycle. See the picture for prices. ⚠ [Important Notes] 1️⃣ Motor vehicles and external electric vehicles are prohibited on the Haixi Ecological Corridor. Parking fee 💰5/vehicle. 2️⃣ Sun protection is essential! Hats and sunscreen are a must, the ultraviolet rays are super strong! 3️⃣ The electric bicycles at Caicun Wharf have sufficient power, 45-50 minutes non-stop to S-Bend. 4️⃣ Pay attention to safety when taking pictures, especially at S-Bend, where there are many people and vehicles. 5️⃣ Road bikes are suitable for professional cyclists, non-professionals should choose carefully. 6️⃣ You need to spend money to enter the S-Bend toilet, remember to prepare change! 🌅 [Sunrise and Sunset Viewing Spots] 🌅 Sunrise: Longkan Wharf, Xindi Cafe, Langqiao Bridge, definitely worth the trip! 🌄 Sunset: Shuanglang Ancient Town, Sunset·Shanhai Cafe, Wenbi Village, unbelievably beautiful! 🏡 [Accommodation Recommendation] 🌅 Huazhu·Jinqi Mountain Lake Residence (Dali Erhai Ecological Corridor Branch), there is a lake in the store where you can fish (you need to bring your own fishing gear). The store is located on the edge of Erhai Lake, a 4-minute walk to the seaside. It is located directly east of Dali Ancient City, about a 6-minute drive from the ancient city, about a 15-minute walk from Longkan Wharf, next to Erhai Ecological Corridor Wetland Park, and the surrounding transportation is convenient, so you don’t have to worry about going anywhere. 🌄 The room decoration style is simple and atmospheric, you can see Cangshan Mountain and the lake view in the yard, and all rooms are intelligently controlled, which is very convenient