2025 Pu'er Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

🌿5 Days of Cloud Seas, Tea Plantations, Ancient Villages, and Seagulls, Plus Pro Photo Spots! ## 🌟【Trip Highlights】 ✅ Budget-friendly Luxury: 1800+ RMB per person ✅ Easy on the Legs: Average 10,000 steps per day ✅ 3 Secret Photo Spots Revealed ✅ Maximum Safety for Solo Travelers --- ## 📸【Your Perfect Itinerary】 ### 🚩Day 1: Journey to the Ancient Tea-Horse Road 🚅07:10 Kunming Station → Pu'er (High-speed train, 3 hrs/148 RMB) 📸15:00 **Daijia Lane** (Photo tip👉Ancient walls + rattan shopfronts) 🌇18:30 **Banyan Tree on TV Station Road** (Bring a reflector! Backlit hair shots are amazing) 🏠Accommodation: Tatami room at "Wind and Rain Bridge Guesthouse" (80 RMB per person including breakfast) ### 🌄Day 2: Explore Tea Plantations in the Clouds 🚗08:00 Chartered car → Jingmai Mountain (Shared car, 150 RMB/person) 🍵14:00 **Manghong Ancient Tea Plantation** (Find the 70th tea tree! The trunk is taller than a person) 🌥️17:30 **Manghong Viewing Platform** (Capture live photos of the flowing sea of clouds) ✨Hidden Gem Tip👉Ask the guesthouse owner for a map of the "Tea Ancestor Temple" ### ☕Day 3: Encounters in Charming Cafés 🌅06:00 **Octagonal Pagoda Viewing Platform** (Bring a tripod for time-lapse photography) 🚌09:30 Tourist bus → **Nuogan Ancient Village** 🥘12:00 Must-try! Tea-smoked chicken at "Aye's" (35 RMB/person) 📷15:00 **Jingmai Dazhai Viewing Platform** (Enjoy a 270° panoramic view with a cup of coffee) ### 🐎Day 4: A 16KM Journey Through Time 🚶09:00 **Nakeli Tea-Horse Road** (Focus on photographing hoofprints on the Wind and Rain Bridge) 🌌19:00 **Ancient Tea-Horse Town** night view (Hanfu rental 50 RMB/hour) ❗Fun Fact👉Every Saturday evening, there's a Ma Bang (horse caravan) parade ### 🌊Day 5: Embrace the Romance of Dianchi Lake 🕊️16:00 **Haihong Wetland**: Transparent boat ride (30 RMB/30 minutes) 📸17:30 Seagull photography tip👉Hold bread above your head and take continuous shots --- ## 💡【Essential Tips for Solo Travelers】 🔥Content Creation Ideas: 1️⃣ "No Filter" comparison photos (Original photos are more convincing) 2️⃣ Include reflections on your solo journey (Example: Hearing your own heartbeat in the ancient tea forest) 3️⃣ Add interactive elements👉"Guess what plant is in picture 3?" 💄Photo Aesthetics: ☑️ Ancient village outfit: White cotton and linen dress + straw bag ☑️ Props: Ethnic style shawl (25 RMB at the night market), tea cakes as souvenirs ☑️ Photo editing parameters: 🌟"Little Kyoto" filter + 40% light effect ⚠️Safety Precautions: ❶ Jingmai Mountain mobile phone signal coverage map (Screenshot attached) ❷ Emergency contact list (Local driver/guesthouse phone numbers) ❸ Personal safety alarm link (No ads! 9.9 RMB on Pinduoduo) --- ## 📍【Trip Information】 🚗Transportation: Didi + scenic spot shuttle buses 💰Cost: 1836 RMB (Including high-speed rail, accommodation, and entrance fees) 📆Best time to visit: November to March (Peak season for sea of clouds) "A solo journey is a date with the Earth" 🌍

6-Day Tour of Kunming and Xishuangbanna, Yunnan: Enjoy the beautiful scenery and local customs! Don't miss this amazing itinerary! . 🛣️ Itinerary Suggestions: DAY 1: Arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport, transfer to hotel, free time after check-in. Summary: Arrive in Kunming, rest and adjust, and get ready for an exciting journey. DAY 2: Fuxian Lake—Sunshine Coast—Tropic of Cancer Park in Mojiang Summary: Enjoy the tranquil beauty of Fuxian Lake, the warmth of Sunshine Coast, and the mystery of the Tropic of Cancer in Mojiang. DAY 3: Sun River National Forest Park—Xiniu Ping Scenic Area in Pu'er National Park—Wild Elephant Valley—Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Summary: Walk through the forest and get close to nature; encounter rhinos and wild elephants and experience the unique charm of Xishuangbanna. DAY 4: Nannuo Mountain—Mengle Cultural Tourism Zone in Xishuangbanna—Lancang-Mekong River Night Song and Dance Bonfire Party Summary: Climb Nannuo Mountain and enjoy the aroma of tea; visit Mengle Cultural Tourism Zone and enjoy the song and dance bonfire party at night. DAY 5: Manjingdai Dai Ecological Village Summary: Visit a Dai village, experience the local customs, and enjoy the original Dai culture. DAY 6: Tourist Distribution Center, transfer to Kunming Changshui International Airport, return home. Summary: End your pleasant trip to Yunnan, return home with a full load, and look forward to your next trip. . Some Tips: - Customs: Respect Dai culture, experience the Water-Splashing Festival, and enjoy the unique festive atmosphere. 🎉 - Photo Spots: Dai Water Town and Yinchang Shangzhai, don't miss the beautiful scenery and leave good memories. 📸 - Weather in December: Warm and comfortable during the day, but a little cool at night, so remember to bring a light jacket. 🧥 - Food: Try Dai barbecue, bamboo rice, and other local specialties in Xishuangbanna. 🍜 . ✨️ Don't forget to like and save this post. For more travel tips for Kunming and Xishuangbanna, follow me and I'll show you how to explore Yunnan without any pitfalls! ✨️

I usually choose hotels based on the principle of staying in new hotels rather than old ones, and choosing chain hotels rather than independent hotels. But when I come to Pu'er and choose to stay in Simao City, the options become very few. As the only international chain hotel in Simao District, this newly opened Ibis Styles seems to be the only option. As soon as you enter the hotel, the hotel lobby is brightly colored, with simple yet interesting decorations, combined with dragon blood tree wall coverings, creating a sense of vacation. This combination not only enriches the spatial hierarchy, but also gives the hotel a unique regional flavor. The front desk adopts the island-style front desk that Huazhu likes nowadays, and there are self-service check-in and check-out machines, which is very convenient. 🛏 Guest Room | In Room Because I am a double white board member of Huazhu and Accor, the room type was not upgraded at all, and I was even given the smallest room of the same type. The area is really too small, and it feels like a Japanese hotel! However, the layout is quite compact and reasonable. The style also continues the hotel's original wood design. The background wall with tropical rainforest wall cloth gives the space a peaceful and comfortable feeling. Although the toilet in the bathroom is powered, it is not a smart toilet. It only serves a decorative purpose. But I have to give a good review for the hair dryer. It’s not Dyson, but it’s better than Dyson. 🍽Dining | Dining The breakfast variety is quite complete, but it is still far behind that of Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express of the same level. 🧘🏻♂️ Facilities | Facilities For a hotel of this level and size, it is better to have a gym than to expect too much. Washing and drying once is considered to meet the requirements of the laundry room configuration, but you can pay attention to the laundry bag, there are Easter eggs! 🔖Summary | Conclusion In general, this new ibis Styles has changed my perception of this brand. I feel the new vitality of ibis Styles, and the brand's attentiveness in design details. Whether you are a business traveler or a tourist, this hotel is a good choice. #homestay #hotelrecommendation #hotelrecommendation

I may be a fake Yunnanese. Speaking of Pu'er, Before, I only knew about tea plantations, coffee estates and red pandas. Until I discovered the Administrative Office and Simao Old Street, Then I realized that this is no longer the Pu'er I know. Pu'er Administrative Office Compound, This used to be the office location of Pu'er Administrative Office. Now it has become a treasure trove for literary and artistic young people to check in. Walking into the courtyard, It was as if time had slowed down. Today, there are several cafes, handmade shops and creative spaces with different styles. A strong literary and artistic atmosphere is overwhelming. You can find a cafe you like here. Have a cup of coffee, Feel the tranquility and cultural collision of Pu'er. 💡＞ TIPS: The shops where you can take photos are concentrated at a crossroads in the compound. There are also some nice small shops hidden in the surrounding streets and alleys. You can walk around and take a look. If the administrative compound is a quiet corner, Then Daijia Lane is the extension and expansion of Pu'er's "Ningman Road" style. There are well-preserved old buildings here. Unique streets, It seems that every piece of bluestone slab is telling the story of Pu'er's past. Nowadays, a number of art shops have emerged in the old houses and shops in Daijia Lane. Handmade craft shops, vintage bookstores, and independent cafes, etc. Let this old street exude a unique artistic atmosphere. 💡＞ TIPS: There is a very popular Big Beard Ice Cocoa nearby. If you like stinky tofu, you can also go to Shen Ji Stinky Tofu and Cooked Fish. They open at 7pm in the evening and seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. They are usually full by 6pm. There is also a great restaurant at the entrance of Daijia Lane, No. 52 Shige Roast Chicken. You need to add Shige and send him a message at 1:00 p.m. every day to grab a number. However, according to feedback from friends who have eaten there, it is just so-so. #UnpopularAttractions #Pu'er #Yunnan #GlobalTravel #GoodPlacesForParents #citywalk

Hotel 🏨 location is in No.16, Yushui Road, Simao District. It is 4.3 kilometers away from Simao Airport ✈️ by car 🚗. The hotel 🏨 style is a mid-to-high-end hotel brand that perfectly combines coffee ☕ culture with the hotel 🏨. It provides a comfortable environment focusing on sentiment, style, atmosphere, and business. Hotel 🏨 equipment includes 24-hour constant temperature hot water, separate bathrooms 🚻 with dry and wet separation, independent central air conditioning, wireless WiFi and other standard services. In addition, it has a unique coffee shop ☕, coffee ☕ flower and fruit tea, coffee ☕ style check-in, open book bar 📚, European-style fireplace 🔥, providing guests with various business travel comprehensive services. There are leisure loungers 🪑, each room in the hotel 🏨 is equipped with a set of hand-brewed hanging ear coffee ☕, and the lobby offers a variety of finely crafted coffees ☕, cold drinks 🥤, etc. Hotel 🏨 features include comfortable leisure coffee ☕ tasting, special dining, chess and card rooms, business suites, meeting rooms, and gyms. The combination of coffee culture and the hotel creates an atmosphere full of humanities, socializing, and style for you. It is your quality hotel of choice for business trips, sightseeing, and leisure gatherings.

Are you a nature lover looking for a thrilling adventure? Look no further than 普洱太阳河国家公园, located in Yunnan Province, China. Here are some highlights and tips to make the most of your visit to 倚象镇倮倮新寨山: 📍 Address: 倚象镇倮倮新寨山, Puer, Yunnan, China 🌟 Highlights: The park is famous for its stunning natural beauty, fresh air, and abundance of wildlife. Visitors can explore the park's lush forests and mountain trails, encountering a variety of unique animals such as red pandas, golden monkeys, and black bears. The park also features scenic waterfalls and rivers, providing ample opportunities for photography and relaxation. ⭐ Rating: With a rating of 4.5 stars out of 5 visitors rave about the breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife sightings. However, some caution that the hiking trails can be challenging, so be sure to bring appropriate gear and footwear. 🐼 Cute red pandas: One of the highlights of the park is the chance to see adorable red pandas up close! These furry creatures are native to the region and can often be spotted playing in the trees or foraging for food. 🌳 Jungle experience: With its dense forests, rushing rivers, and diverse wildlife, a visit to 普洱太阳河国家公园 feels like stepping into the heart of a jungle. Visitors can immerse themselves in nature and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. 💨 Fresh air: The park's remote location and mountainous terrain provide some of the freshest air in China, making it the perfect destination for those seeking a natural escape. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of nature, 普洱太阳河国家公园 is the place for you! Don't miss out on the chance to experience the beauty and excitement of Yunnan's wilderness. #puer #yunnan #nationalpark #wildlifeencounters #redpandas #hikingadventures #junglelife #natureescape #freshair #travelchina

#fallingforfall Pictures speak louder than words ✌️ How to get there: rental car from Xishuangbanna (2h) What’s to see: ancient trail with nice nature and an easy hike Costs: 150/each Time needed: half day What to look for: get those tea shrimps, they’re delicious IG: andykoh_m8 #germaninchina #travellifestyle #aroundtheworld

Pictures speak louder than words ✌️ Address - about 30min from downtown Pu’er Ambiance/Facilities - all about the location! also, the coffee is really good Avg. Price per Person - 1.1K/night Rating - beautiful, 5* Don’t forget your drone for some beautiful shots 🛸 #nature #tea #drone #travel

The Tea and Horse Road of Southwest China, aka the " Silk Road of Southwest China" – but called Chamagudao in Chinese (cha-ma-gu-dao = Tea-Horse-Ancient-Road) – is an old trade route that stretched east to west and south to north across southwest China. This ancient trade routes eventually came to be renowned for the two main commodities for which the routes were named: tea and horses, though there were other important commodities such as sugar and salt – but curiously, not silk – that were traded along these routes. Our own Tea Horse Road adventure began in the township of Pu'er, approximately 400 kilometers south of Kunming. The excursion passed through some of the mountains and steep valleys that are signatures of the Yunnan landscape. Eventually, the corn and wheat along the roadside gave way to bananas, rubber and, eventually, tea.

Obviously, Pu'er is known for its famous tea and the tea-growing areas around it. Therefore, any visit to the city wouldn't be complete without a stop here at the Pu'er Tea Museum. We wanted to learn more about this important commodity, so this museum provided us with the answers. We learned about the various local ethnic groups and their relationships with tea, the history of the local area and the Tea Horse Road and also about the process of making the teas. We went here in the morning and admission was free. The staff were also very nice and polite. Getting here is easy by taxi or private car, although it was basically next to our hotel anyway. It's definitely best to come here and learn about the history before visiting a plantation or the Tea Horse Road, as it definitely adds a perspective on everything and enbables you to better understand everything. A good little gem to visit! 🍵🍵😋 #tripblazers #yunnan #tea #tigeryear2022

The ancient town at Tea Horse Road is relatively easy to get to by taxi or private car, as Pu'er is a small place and this is easy to find. Arriving here, we took a nice stroll along the canal and through the scenic old town area, stopping for iced coffee and lunch also. Prices are not expensive here, even though this is considered a tourist site. The buildings were great to look at, as well as the old ancient walls that are built around the old town. We came just before Chinese New Year, therefore the place wasn't that busy, especially in the afternoon we visited. If you are in Pu'er, then it's definitely a place to visit along with the tea museum and seeing a plantation. You should go to the tea museum first and learn about the history of this place before visiting, as it enables you to appreciate the historical perspective of this place. 🍵👘😋 #tripblazers #tea #yunnan #tigeryear2022

Getting There - after going to xishuangbanna, we took the high speed train which took 20minutes to puer. the trains run all day at intervals of 20-40minutes. Attractions - The biggest tourist attraction in Puer is tea! as you come into the city, you’ll see that the landscape is filled with rolling hills all filled with tea trees. when in puer, highly recommended to visit a tea plantation where you can learn, pick and make your own tea. Specifically the puer expo garden centre. on the second day we went to the horse road which is 10 mins away from city centre. before going into the ancient road entrance, you’ll pass by charma ancient town which is a cute town filled with trinkets you can buy. the horse road is a beautiful mountain where you can see a nice view of the city and learn about the tea trade routes people used to make. Hotels - Food & Restaurants - lots of dai/thai influenced food. highly recommend mushroom hot pot! variety of mushroom put in one steaming pot. delicious! #tigeryear2022 #staycation #mountainview

Getting There - Didi or rental car to the Pu’Er tea plantation. Attractions - Visit the Pu’Er tea museum and learn not only the history, but also taste delicious tea. Hotels - You can book a hotel in Pu’Er city. Food & Restaurants - the city has plenty of options to feast on! Also, don’t forget the coffee shops as not only here is the land of tea, but also coffee! ☕️ Shopping - I stacked on plenty of Pu’Er tea and local Yunnan coffee beans to take home as my main souvenir. You can find the tea everywhere, as well as going to independent local coffee shops to buy the coffee beans if you are both a coffee and a tea lover like myself! 💖Enjoy! . . . #travelinspiration #unforgettableexperiences #nationalpark #decembertravel #nyedestinations #newyearstravel #scenicspotguide #café #summervacation #springholiday #naturalwonders

All buildings in the town are built in the Dai style. The first phase of the project has been completed. The streets of the town are full of Dai style. Walking on the streets is like being in a bamboo house.

This trip to Yunnan, I want to go to the Ximeng Yi Autonomous County of Pu'er to explore the wonderful culture of the Yi people. It is said that this is also a nation that directly transitions from the primitive society to the modern civilization. I lived in Xikang Yunshe, although it is next to the Longtan Lake, but it is so beautiful, as if it is in the mountains, in the clouds. I believe that no matter who comes here and lives here, there will be a kind of dreams and dreams. Simple people, gorgeous Yi culture, original ecological atmosphere, healthy living environment. The morning is different every day, or the clouds are haunting or smoky. This is an autonomous county of the Yi people, a nation that directly transitions from the primitive society to a modern society.

Menglian County is a Yi Autonomous County of Dai and Dai. Menglian is a homonym of proverbs, meaning a good place to find. There is a reputation of Emeralds in the Border and Hometown of Dragon Blood Trees. As a Chinese historical and cultural town, Nayun Ancient Town is the most complete ancient historical and cultural city in China. She is the most authentic special testimony to the world's long-established and dying Chinese Tusi toast culture. Nayun's cultural heritage is complete and the cultural context is clear. It is an outstanding representative of the Dai architectural culture. Its special geographical features show the world the true history and culture of the Nayun Dai community for nearly 700 years. Qualifications of World Cultural Heritage. Walking Nayun Ancient Town can see many Yi architectures. Here is a small town where Buddhism prevails. Almost every household has a statue of Buddha. The ethnic atmosphere here is strong, and the women I met on the road are wearing the Yi nationality's tube skirt, and the waist is very beautiful.

The most attractive of Pu'er Sun River National Forest Park is the Jungle's wooden house Xianju - Pu'er Little Panda Manor Forest Hotel! 78 forest huts are scattered in the forest, completely built with old ship wood, even the fans are wooden, the villas are large, the rooms are diverse, there are standard rooms, standard suites, standard family suites; Transparent glass view room: hexagonal room, hexagonal single room, hexagonal suite and so on. Feel especially suitable for family and family travel! Look at the best view of the forest villa - 360 degree full transparent forest view! You can take a bath and look at the rhythm of the little panda! The hotel's service is also in place. The hotel lady not only puts the local wild chestnut, but also considers the heavy moisture in the mountain. The electric blanket is baked in advance and the quilt is baked. Tips: Playing: The Forest Hotel is not far from the Rhinoceros Scenic Area. There are battery cars connected. There are rhinoceros, macaques, pandas in the scenic spot, and Lightning in the Crazy Animal City. Bee monkey. Transportation: You can fly to Pu'ermao Airport by going all over the country. There are shuttle buses from the airport to the Little Panda Manor. The journey takes about 1 hour.

Have Fun🍃🌸🌳☁️🏞️🦋🐵🐾 Pages 2–7: 📍Sun River Forest Park Trust me! You have to go here!! The butterflies in Butterfly Valley fly to the entrance to welcome guests, attracting many to stop and watch. The keepers let the baby muntjacs that had just been born out to play, and we even saw them being fed. We spent half an hour just wandering around the entrance. We didn't see the celebrity gibbon, Ding Ding, but we were lucky enough to see a red panda. I became a total fan! Every move it made was so cute! I even spent CNY 20 to feed it apples, haha. I really like this place. The animals aren't kept in enclosures and are free to come and go. Many of the animals weren't there because they were playing in the mountains. It's best to go in the morning, when the animals are more active. You can also see them being fed. Tour duration: 3.5 hrs. This place is perfect for walking, taking your baby, or dating! If you take the electric car, you don't have to walk much, and there are fewer stairs. Transportation🚘: I chose to rent a car that day. Renting a car for a day isn't that expensive, and you can choose your own route and time. After leaving Sun River, I went to the coffee plantation. It's very convenient to drive. Pages 8–10: 📍Dakai River Plum Coffee Plantation It's so pleasant to drink coffee and chat while enjoying the beautiful scenery🏞️. But I don't really like the coffee here. It's too sour, so I'll reserve my opinion on the taste. The most photogenic spot is the meditation room. Be sure to take pictures there! P.S. Parking is free. Page 11: 📍Ancient Tea Horse Road Ancient City I don't really recommend it. The ancient city is very, very, very commercialized. I was thinking that Keep Running had come here, so I took a detour to visit it on the way back to the hotel. If you're interested, you can go and see it. You have to walk for quite a while. The real Ancient Tea Horse Road is outside the ancient city. You can ride horses or take a walk. 📍Daijia Alley I forgot to take pictures. I heard it was very popular, so I thought I'd go and see it. The buildings are quite old and are all coffee shops☕️. Many hand-drip coffee shops offer unlimited refills. You can meet up with friends for coffee and enjoy the sun and chat all afternoon. But! This alley is very short, maybe only about 200m, so don't expect to spend a long time shopping. If you're just strolling around and taking pictures, 30 mins is enough.

Day 1: Daijia Lane - Xingshu Compound - Ancient Tea Horse Town (p2-6) Noon: Daijia Lane ancient building complex, Xingshu Compound Transportation: Accessible by walking/shared electric bike/taxi from the center of Simao District Evening: Ancient Tea Horse Town Stroll through the ancient town's night market and visit a coffee and creative shop to string together your own designed coffee bracelet.

🍵 Who would have thought! Discovered a magical guesthouse in Pu'er It seamlessly blends the thousand-year charm of the Ancient Tea Horse Road with modern vacation vibes. Makes me want to retire and settle down here immediately! 🌟 Just a 2-minute walk to the Ancient Tea Horse City Wake up to mist drifting over the cobblestone streets Stroll by lantern light through the old caravan station at night Yet the guesthouse itself is tucked away in lush greenery With the airport and high-speed rail just 30 minutes away, it’s the ultimate escape. 🍃 A 24-hour tea-infused experience • Free access to famous mountain teas like Bingdao and Jingmai • Brew tea on the terrace while listening to cicadas, using exquisite Jianshui pottery • Explore the owner’s private routes to hidden ancient tea gardens Avoid the crowds and have entire tea forests to yourself for photos. 🌸 A secret garden filled with flowers and greenery Soak in an outdoor hot tub sprinkled with petals Sip Pu'er tea under the stars Let your furry friends run wild on the lawn Finally, no need to sneak your pets in! ✨ Details that will delight perfectionists Voice-controlled smart features and floor heating to soothe rainy days Breakfast includes freshly baked tea-infused flower pastries Handmade tea soap by the owner makes for perfect souvenirs Search "Jianquan Guesthouse" on your map and go for it!

Have fun in Pu'er during the summer vacation and enjoy the Sun River Forest Park Guys, if you're coming to Pu'er for your summer vacation, the Sun River National Forest Park is definitely the place to be! If you're coming from Xishuangbanna, it's only a 40-minute high-speed train ride 🚄. You'll be there in no time, ready to get up close and personal with nature~ As soon as you step into this forest, you will be greeted by fresh air, as if your lungs are having a deep spa. You can either take a leisurely walk and measure the greenery with your feet, or choose to cycle through and feel the breeze on your face. Here, the forest is a paradise for small animals, rhinos 🦏, red pandas, peacocks 🦚, monkeys 🐒... They are free in their own territory, and you may encounter them while walking. If you're looking for excitement, don't miss out on the jungle adventure! Venture through the dense forest, where every step is full of unknowns and surprises, and your adrenaline will be pumping. If you get tired, don't worry. You can relax and unwind by getting hands-on at the craft workshop or watching a great show. If you're hungry, there are a variety of Pu'er specialties, exquisite afternoon tea🍵, and lively long table banquets to choose from. At night, stay in a mountainside villa 🏡 or the Little Panda 🐼 Manor, soak in the warm hot springs ♨️, and let the day's fatigue dissipate into the embrace of nature in the misty heat. Life should be so carefree. Don't hesitate, pack your luggage 🧳 and set off!

| April - May, Encounter a Magical Journey in the Spring Tea Country at 22° North Latitude. 🌿Pu'er | April - May, Encounter a Magical Journey in the Spring Tea Country at 22° North Latitude Hey everyone🌿! As spring breezes gently sweep across southwestern Yunnan, Pu'er transforms into a breathtaking paradise filled with tea fragrance. Here, thousand-year-old tea trees are deeply rooted among dreamlike sea of clouds; the Dai Water Splashing Festival exudes passionate celebration; wild cherry blossoms bloom freely in the rainforest like clouds on the horizon; and 14 ethnic groups thrive here, continuing to write touching stories of human life. From April to May, Pu'er maintains temperatures between 20°C - 30°C, with early rains creating a pleasant climate—the perfect time for tea picking, waterfall viewing, and experiencing rich ethnic cultures! Grab this guide and step into the colorful spring tapestry of the "World's Tea Source" 💐 ➤ First Impressions of Pu'er 🌍Pu'er, located in southwestern Yunnan, is like a brilliant green gem on the Tropic of Cancer. 266,000 hectares of pristine forest embrace it like a natural green shield. It's also the core birthplace of the Ancient Tea Horse Road, carrying profound historical culture. Every spring, tea gardens burst with fresh green, ethnic festivals follow one after another, and every photo captures a refreshing, healing quality reminiscent of "Little Forest" 📸 ➤ Spring Seasonal Highlights ❶ Pre-Qingming Tea Picking Experience: April is the golden time for picking pre-Qingming tea. You can personally participate in traditional processes like tea frying and cake pressing, feeling the transformation of tea leaves at your fingertips while savoring the flavor of tea you've made yourself. ❷ Spring Romance at Taiyang River Forest Park: In Taiyang River Forest Park, wild cherry blossoms bloom magnificently, covering the ground with a pink velvet carpet. At Rhinoceros Flat, you might be lucky enough to encounter adorable red pandas and agile gibbons for an intimate encounter with nature's sprites. ❸ Ethnic Festival Celebrations: In April, the Dai Water Splashing Festival and Wa New Rice Festival take place one after another. During the Water Splashing Festival, people splash water on each other as blessings, filled with joy and enthusiasm; at the New Rice Festival's bonfire party, everyone dances and sings around the fire, sharing in the festive joy. ❹ Jingmai Mountain's Sea of Clouds: The sea of clouds at Jingmai Mountain flows like waves over ancient tea forests. In the early morning, the entire mountain appears like a fairyland, with ancient tea trees appearing and disappearing in the mist, resembling a natural ink painting. ➤ TOP5 Must-Visit Attractions ❶ [Pu'er National Forest Park·Rhinoceros Flat] ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍This is China's unique human-animal harmony theme park! The vast 218km² rainforest is like a mysterious animal kingdom, hiding adorable red pandas and massive Asian elephants. In spring, wild cherry blossoms bloom, with pink flowers adorning both sides of the walkway—absolutely stunning. 🕒Opening hours: 08:00 - 18:00, admission 60 yuan (sightseeing car 30 yuan, optional) ✨Travel tips: At 10 AM, watch red pandas enjoying delicious apples; at 3 PM, witness the exciting feeding moments of gibbons. You can also stroll through Orchid Valley and capture beautiful fairy-like photos on the suspension bridge. ❷ [Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest] ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (World Heritage application site) 📍16,000 acres of thousand-year-old tea trees coexist with ancient villages, creating a unique pastoral landscape. You can follow local tea farmers, weave through ancient tea trees, pick early spring tea, and learn traditional tea-making processes like kill-green and cake pressing. Here, Dai stilt houses complement ancient tea trees, making every casual shot look like a professional photo. 🕒Open all day (tea workshops open 8:30 - 17:30), free admission but shuttle reservation required ✨Highlights: Immerse yourself in tea-making at Wengji Ancient Village and experience the charm of traditional tea culture; Nuogan Ancient Village, with rising cooking smoke, appears like a paradise and is an excellent photo spot; Bolian Viewing Platform offers views of the sea of clouds and sunset, showcasing nature's magnificent beauty. ❸ [Nakeli Ancient Town] ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍As an important post on the Ancient Tea Horse Road, Nakeli Ancient Town is full of historical charm. Bluestone paths wind through the town, and old teahouses are filled with fragrant tea. During the Water Splashing Festival, water splashes everywhere, and the entire ancient town is immersed in a joyful atmosphere, full of life. 🕒Free admission ✨Travel tips: In the early morning, stroll around the Rongfa Horse Shop ruins to feel the traces left by time; you can rent a set of Dai ethnic costume (50 yuan/set) in the ancient

Here are some travel guides for lesser-known family destinations: Zhejiang Huzhou Giraffe Manor - Transportation: After arriving at Huzhou High-Speed Railway Station, rent a car to reach the manor, about a 20-minute drive. - Accommodation: Stay at Giraffe Manor, where you can call for a shuttle to your lodging. - Suggested route: Manor entrance → Lanyue Lake → Red-crowned Crane Wetland → Xingxing Lake → Giraffe Amusement Valley → Tortoise Snack Shop → Cute Animal Village → Net Playground → Bamboo Forest Leap → Bamboo Forest Slide → Sunbird Square → Osprey Trail → Biodiversity Hall → Giraffe Buffet Restaurant → Mei Travel Cultural Creation → Giraffe Interaction Platform. - Must-visit spots: Giraffe Interaction Platform, Giraffe Buffet Restaurant, Cute Animal Village, Lakeside Bar. - Dining: The manor has a buffet restaurant, and farmhouses at the foot of the mountain can deliver meals. Fujian Quanzhou Wulin Ancient Village - Transportation: Drive and navigate to Jinjiang Wulin Traditional Village; take a high-speed train to "Quanzhou South Station," then a 10-minute taxi ride; or fly to "Jinjiang Airport," then a 20-minute taxi ride. - Activities: Family intangible cultural heritage experiences such as "Asking the Ancient" and "Magical Hands"; traditional craft experiences like silver inlay art and Citong carving. You can visit attractions like the Overseas Chinese Letters Museum and Five-story Building, and experience flower hairpin making and wearing Nyonya costumes. - Internal transportation: Shuttle buses are available from the parking lot. - Luggage storage: The visitor center offers 2 hours of free luggage storage. Yunnan Pu'er Red Panda Manor - Transportation: You can fly directly to Pu'er and take a taxi, or depart from Xishuangbanna, about a 2-hour drive from Gaozhuang. - Accommodation: Choose between phase one wooden cabins or phase two brick villas. - Travel suggestions: Arrive before noon on the first day, visit Sun River National Park in the afternoon, and join night observation activities; on the second day, play in the hotel's outdoor children's play area or experience other activities like jungle exploration and Pu'er tea picking. - Dining: The restaurant is not great value for money, there's no food delivery service nearby, and it's a long drive to other dining options. Guizhou Maolan Karst Forest - Hiking routes: On the first day, explore karst caves along trails like Jiudong Heaven and Immortal Cave; on the second day, traverse the primeval forest via the Funnel Forest and Wild Orchid Valley routes. - Tips: To see fireflies, choose a clear summer night with few clouds or after rain has cleared, when fireflies are more likely to appear. Jiangsu Changzhou Liyang Youran Farm - Activities: Pick strawberries, dig for bamboo shoots, and feed cute animals like lambs, piglets, and rabbits. There are fireworks at night, and the restaurant serves fresh, delicious food. Additionally, there might be activities like crayfish fishing and fishing competitions.

Worried about the crowds at popular May Day destinations? Try these lesser-known treasures instead - fewer people, beautiful scenery, excellent value, and a focus on relaxed vacationing! Longnan: A Poetic Hideaway Known as "Jiangnan of the Gansu Plateau" 📍Must-visit attractions: Guan'e Valley, with its lush forests, numerous waterfalls, and intoxicating mountain and water scenery; Wanxiang Cave, a natural karst cave with fantastically shaped stalactites that create a dreamlike fairyland; Bikou Ancient Town, a peaceful town along the Bailong River where ancient streets and alleys tell stories of the past. 🍱Local delicacies: Potato Stirred Paste, soft and chewy, paired with sour and spicy seasonings for an appetizing bite; Tofu Flower Noodles, featuring chewy noodles and delicate tofu in a savory spicy broth; Wenxian Cured Meat, with an enticing color and salty, delicious flavor that gets better with each bite. 🏠Accommodation recommendations: Boutique guesthouses in Wudu District that offer both local atmosphere and comfortable living experiences; resort hotels within the Guan'e Valley scenic area, where you can enjoy views right from your window and convenient access to attractions. Southeast Guizhou: A Hub of Colorful Ethnic Culture 📍Must-visit attractions: Zhaoxing Dong Village, a grand Dong ethnic village with drum towers and flower bridges arranged in perfect harmony, beautifully illuminated at night; Jiabang Rice Terraces, where layer upon layer of terraced fields complement Miao villages, creating breathtaking views at sunrise and sunset; Zhenyuan Ancient Town, a historic town along the Wuyang River where boat rides at night let you experience the town's tranquility and romance. 🍱Local delicacies: Sour Fish Soup, Guizhou's signature dish featuring tender fish in a rich sour broth - satisfying with every spoonful; Dong-style Cured Meat, prepared with unique preservation techniques for a firm texture and distinctive flavor; Si Wawa (Vegetable Wraps), various shredded vegetables with special sauce wrapped together for a refreshing, appetizing bite. 🏠Accommodation recommendations: Characteristic inns in Zhaoxing Dong Village with wooden structures full of ethnic charm; riverside guesthouses in Zhenyuan Ancient Town where you can fall asleep to the sound of flowing water and wake up to sunshine. Pu'er: A Leisurely City Filled with Tea Fragrance 📍Must-visit attractions: Sunriver Forest Park, where you can encounter red pandas, gibbons and other adorable animals while strolling through the rainforest to experience nature's vitality; Ancient Tea Horse Road Scenic Area, where you can follow the historic caravan routes and learn about Pu'er tea culture; during the May Day holiday, there will also be star concerts, relaxing lawn music festivals and other exciting events. 🍱Local delicacies: Dai-style Finger Rice, a plate full of rich ingredients eaten with your hands for a special dining experience; Pu'er Small Bean Coffee, rich and mellow with a unique taste; Pounded Chicken Feet, sour and spicy - you'll fall in love with the first bite. 🏠Accommodation recommendations: Red Panda Manor, where you can stay in forest cabins and connect closely with nature; boutique hotels in the city center, convenient for shopping and transportation. Chongzuo: A Landscape Painting Along the Border 📍Must-visit attractions: Detian Transnational Waterfall, Asia's largest and the world's fourth-largest transnational waterfall, with magnificent cascades creating misty sprays; Mingshi Countryside, featuring typical karst mountain and water scenery that you can explore on bamboo rafts, as if floating through a Chinese ink painting; Guangxi Chongzuo White-headed Leaf Monkey National Nature Reserve, where you can observe the rare white-headed leaf monkeys. 🍱Local delicacies: Sour Porridge, with its unique flavor that whets the appetite; Five-colored Glutinous Rice, colorful and soft with auspicious meanings; Rolled Rice Noodles, thin wrappers filled with rich fillings and topped with sauce - absolutely delicious. 🏠Accommodation recommendations: Hotels in downtown Chongzuo with convenient transportation; characteristic guesthouses near Detian Waterfall where you can experience the waterfall's charm up close. This May Day holiday, avoid the crowds and enjoy yourself freely in these lesser-known cities! Remember to plan your itinerary and book accommodations in advance~🚗💖

This hidden gem in Pu'er feels like a healing utopia. Push open the wooden door and step into a lush secret garden. The 300㎡ garden with a hot spring pool is surrounded by hydrangeas, and the open-air tea table lets you feel the evening breeze of the Tea Horse Road 🌌. Just a 2-minute walk to the ancient town scenic area, even locals sneak in here for private tea sessions, according to the housekeeper! Wake up every day to the sound of birds and the aroma of tea 🌱. The fully smart-controlled house with underfloor heating is perfect for young travelers! The highlight? The owner’s 12-year-old ancient tree tea is free to taste, and they even teach you the Song Dynasty tea whisking method to write tea characters on the terrace 🍵. Pet owners will love it too—there’s a private lawn for pets to play and even pet towels. My dog had so much fun it looked like a dandelion! The hostess shared some amazing off-the-beaten-path routes! We explored a pristine tea garden in her MINI, and the fresh leaves we picked were made into souvenirs 🎁. When I left, she gifted me a box of "vanishing breakfast": Pu'er pea flour with freshly baked tea pastries. I still miss those tea-scented mornings... And the heated smart toilet? Pure luxury! Just 20 minutes from the high-speed rail station, yet it feels like a secluded retreat in the mountains. Now I truly understand the phrase "step out to find bustling life, step in to escape the world" ✨.

If you are looking for a **high-speed rail direct**, **crowd-free**, **low-cost** and **slow-paced** city travel guide, here are some recommended destinations for the May Day holiday, combining high-speed rail convenience with a comfortable travel experience: **1️⃣. Quanzhou, Fujian** **✨Recommendation reason**: Half of the city is bustling with people and the other half is fairyland, with a strong Minnan culture, fewer tourists and low consumption. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Quanzhou Station (about 1 hour from Fuzhou/Xiamen) **Core gameplay**: - **West Street** (Southern Fujian ancient houses + authentic snacks) - **Xiepu Village** (experience the hairpin flower circle and take photos of the fisherwoman style) - **Luoyang Bridge** (ancient bridge from the Song Dynasty, beautiful sunset) **🍱Food recommendations**: Vermicelli soup, ginger duck, four-fruit soup **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: West Street B&B, 100-200 yuan per person per night **2️⃣. Shaoxing, Zhejiang** **✨Recommendation reason**: Jiangnan water town, the hometown of Lu Xun, the fragrance of rice wine, suitable for slow travel. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Shaoxing North Station (30 minutes from Hangzhou) **Core attractions**: - **Lu Xun's hometown** (free, experience the Baicao Garden in the textbook) - **Anchang Ancient Town** (uncommercialized water town) - **Hometown of the Sage of Calligraphy** (Former Residence of Wang Xizhi, Literary Alley) **🍱Food recommendations**: Rice wine milk tea, stinky tofu, fennel beans **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: B&B in the old town, 150 yuan per person per night **3️⃣. Chongzuo, Guangxi** **✨Recommendation reason**: The secret place on the China-Vietnam border, the Detian cross-border waterfall is stunning, and there are fewer tourists. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Chongzuo South Station (1.5 hours from Nanning) **Core gameplay**: - **Detian Waterfall** (the largest transnational waterfall in Asia) - **Mingshi Countryside** (cycling + bamboo rafting, picturesque landscape) - **Taiping Ancient City** (Zhuang style night scene) **🍱Food recommendations**: Vietnamese rice noodle rolls, roast suckling pig **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: Mingshi Countryside B&B, 200 yuan per person per night - **4️⃣. Qingdao, Shandong** **✨Recommendation reason**: Coastal city, European-style architecture + blue sea and blue sky, fewer tourists before May Day. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Qingdao Station/Qingdao North Station (4 hours in Beijing, 1.5 hours in Jinan) **Core attractions**: - **Badaguan** (Phoenix tree + old house) - **Wheat Island** (few people, beautiful scenery, great sunset) - **Laoshan** (mountains and sea, a good place for hiking) **🍱Food recommendations**: Spanish mackerel dumplings, spicy fried clams **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: Youth hostel/B&B in Shinan District, 150 yuan per person per night **5️⃣. Pu'er, Yunnan** **✨Recommendation reason**: The world's tea source, tropical rainforest + ancient tea garden, few tourists. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Pu'er Station (Kunming high-speed rail 3 hours) **Core gameplay**: - **Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest** (Thousand-year-old tea trees, surrounded by clouds and mist) - **Xiaoaozi Coffee Manor** (Yunnan boutique coffee experience) - **Nakeli Tea Horse Road** (Horse Caravan Cultural Town) **🍱Food recommendations**: Sour bamboo shoots chicken, Wa chicken rice **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: Jingmai Mountain B&B, 200 yuan per person per night **6️⃣. Qingyuan, Guangdong** **✨Recommendation reason**: Guangzhou's back garden, landscape + hot springs, suitable for relaxation. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Qingyuan Station (40 minutes from Guangzhou) **💗Core attractions**: - **Gulong Gorge** (Glass Bridge + Rafting) - **Yingxi Peak Forest** (karst landform hiking) - **Sempora Hot Spring** (forest pool) **🍱Food recommendations**: Qingyuan chicken, Beijiang river seafood **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: Hot spring hotel, 300 yuan per person per night **7️⃣. Henan Kaifeng** **✨Recommendation reason**: The ancient capital of the Northern Song Dynasty, immersive experience in Qingming Riverside Park, low consumption. **🚄High-speed rail direct**: Kaifeng North Station (20 minutes from Zhengzhou) **Core gameplay**: - **Qingming Riverside Park** (live performance + ancient costume travel) - **Kaifeng Mansion** (Restoration of the scene where Bao Gong judged a case) - **Gulou Night Market** (snack gathering place) **🍱Food recommendations**: Soup dumplings, carp baked noodles **🏠Accommodation suggestion**: Economy hotel in the ancient city, 150 yuan per person per night **Summarize** These cities have direct high-speed rail access, low consumption, and fewer tourists, making them suitable for slow-paced travel during the May Day holiday. suggestion: ✅ **Book tickets in advance** (high-speed rail tickets are tight on May 1st) ✅ **Visit during off-peak hours** (leave early and return late to avoid crowds) ✅ **Travel light** (backpack + comfortable shoes)

Still wondering where to go for the May Day holiday? In Pu'er, it's the perfect time for spring tea picking, with tea fragrance wafting through the mountains🍃. Experiencing tea-making in Pu'er right now is absolutely amazing👍! Save this guide and let's embark on a wonderful journey filled with tea aromas! 1️⃣【China Pu'er Tea Expo Garden: A Tea Culture Celebration in Ten Thousand Acres of Tea Gardens】 ✨Spot 1: Tea Mountain Walk + First Tea-Picking Experience Venture into 23,000 acres of tea gardens and become a tea picker with your bamboo basket! The spring tea leaves here are tender and bright. Learn from tea farmers how to pick "one bud and two leaves," and instantly experience the fresh aroma at your fingertips~ 🌱 The tea garden also features stunning walkways and cherry blossom trees - every photo is a masterpiece!📸 ✨Spot 2: Intangible Cultural Heritage Tea-Making + DIY Tea Cake Visit the handmade tea workshop to experience the complete process of kill-green, rolling, and sun-drying! Every step is fascinating and the experience is absolutely amazing! Masters will teach you how to press tea cakes hands-on, engrave your name, and take home your "personalized" Pu'er tea!🍵 You can also see 35.4-million-year-old fossilized tea trees and instantly understand the thousand-year history of Pu'er tea~ ✨Hidden Experience: Full Ethnic Flavor Watch Dai girls perform peacock dance💃 at the tea house in the evening, and enjoy an exciting🔥 bonfire party at night! Roast tea around the fire pit with sticky rice cakes - holiday happiness at its peak! 2️⃣【Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest: A Tea Soul Journey in a World Heritage Site】 🌳Spot 1: Thousand-Year-Old Tea Trees + Ancient Villages Jingmai Mountain is now in peak spring tea harvesting season, with its ancient tea forest lush and verdant🌳. Here you can touch thousand-year-old tea trees!🌲 In Nuogang Ancient Village (filming location of the movie "Coffee or Tea"), meet Dai grandmothers and listen to the legend of deer drinking water. The stilted houses and stone paths in the village will transport you back in time~ 🌳Spot 2: Immersive Tea-Making + Mountain Tea Feast Don't miss the immersive tea-picking and making experience at Jingmai Mountain! Pick tea leaves following the "one bud and two leaves" standard, then participate in withering, kill-green, and rolling processes.🌱 Learn tea-frying from Bulang ethnic tea masters, hand-roll tea leaves, and feel how palm temperature awakens tea fragrance! Press your own tea cake to take home - an unmatched sense of achievement! 🌳Spot 3: Ancient Tea Forest Hiking + Wild Trip Moments In the early morning, thin mist shrouds Dapingzhang Ancient Tea Forest, creating a fairyland atmosphere. Moss covers tree trunks🌿, orchids grow on tea trees, and a subtle tea fragrance fills the air🍃 - truly a green wonderland!📷 👗Wear a white long dress and stand under ancient trees for perfect atmospheric photos! ✅Tea-Picking Tips Spring tea picking requires gentle movements💥 - lift gently and pick quickly to ensure the leaves remain intact and fresh. ✅Tea-Making Secrets Kill-green: This is a crucial step in tea-making. The traditional method uses high-temperature stir-frying in iron woks. Under high heat, tea leaves quickly lose water, locking in their unique orchid fragrance. Sun-drying: This step requires specific tools - bamboo mats and winnowing baskets. Spread the kill-green processed tea leaves evenly on bamboo mats or winnowing baskets, letting the gentle mountain breeze caress them. Come experience tea-picking and tea-making in Pu'er this May Day holiday!🍵 With a tea cake in one hand and mountain breeze in the other, Pu'er's tea fragrance will remember all your romantic moments💚 Images courtesy of Pu'er Culture and Tourism

🌿If you like niche, cultural, natural, and tea culture, and want to escape the mundane, then Jingmai Mountain in Pu'er, Yunnan is not to be missed! In this ancient World Heritage village recommended by National Geographic, enjoy tranquility and beauty. ❗【👇Click below to avoid the crowds in Jingmai Mountain during May Day】❗ 🎬Jingmai Mountain is a filming location for many movies: the same ancient village in the movie Back to the Roots, the filming location of the documentary Walking Towards the Tea Mountain. It was also inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2023 and selected as one of National Geographic's best travel destinations of the year. 🏡【How to choose an ancient village】： 1️⃣「Nuogan Ancient Village」: A thousand-year-old Dai village that still retains its original appearance, with many beautiful and unique homestays. The stilt houses are very distinctive, and the sunrise over the sea of clouds is superb☁️ 2️⃣「Wengji Ancient Village」: A traditional Bulang village where the fragrance of tea permeates the entire village. The sunset in the evening is breathtakingly beautiful, and every corner reveals a primitive and simple charm. 3️⃣「Laodabao Music Village」: Everyone in the Lahu village can play and sing, and you might encounter an impromptu performance at any time. The joyful atmosphere infects everyone~ 🏨Recommended unique accommodations: Pu'er Yixiangshan Camp: Starry tents in thousands of acres of tea gardens, open the window to see the sea of clouds. Beyond Objects Abaluo: A secluded hotel deep in the tea mountains, full of ethnic customs. ❗【👇Click below to avoid the crowds in Jingmai Mountain during May Day】❗