Travel guide to Kunming, Lijiang and Dali in Yunnan in winter
In the warm winter sun, explore the beautiful scenery of Kunming, Lijiang and Dali in Yunnan! Four-day itinerary, have fun in Yunnan, here is a super practical guide! Don't miss it!
🚩Route suggestion: Travel guide for Kunming-Lijiang-Dali City in Yunnan
Day 1: Kunming🚄Lijiang
Take the train from Kunming Station to Lijiang, pick up at the station and check in to the hotel upon arrival, ready to start a wonderful trip to Lijiang!
Day 2: Lashi Lake 🐎-> Shuhe Ancient Town -> Jiuding Dragon Pond -> "Lishui Jinsha" 🎭
Experience horseback riding in Lashi Lake, then visit the historical customs of Shuhe Ancient Town, then go to Jiuding Dragon Pond to enjoy the natural scenery, and watch the stunning "Lishui Jinsha" performance in the evening.
Day 3: Erhai Lake 🌊-> Shuanglang-> Yuji Island-> Ideal Country 🏰
Visit the beautiful Erhai Lake, go to Shuanglang to experience the scenery of fishing fields, then visit the mysterious Yuji Island Scenic Area, and finally go to Ideal Country to appreciate the unique integration of architecture and natural landscape.
Day 4: Dali Ancient City 🏯-> Foreigner Street-> Literature Building-> Sea of Flowers 🌸
Walk along the stone pavement of Dali Ancient City, feel the charm of the ancient city, stroll along Foreigner Street to experience the exotic customs, visit Literature Building to learn about history and culture, and finally immerse yourself in the beautiful sea of flowers to end the pleasant journey.
Must-see attractions:
🌟Erhai Lake 🌟🌟
Recommendation index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: No. 1 Erhe South Road, Xiaguan, Dali City, Dali Prefecture
Opening hours: open all day
Visit duration: 1-2 days
The picturesque scenery, the Shuanglang town by the lake and the divine light of Erhai Lake complement each other, a paradise for photography enthusiasts!
🏰Dali Ancient Town 🏰
Recommendation index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: No. 42, Yita Road, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Opening hours: open all day
Visiting time: 2-3 hours
Walk around the ancient town and try the local snacks. The nightlife here is unique and the scenery of the ancient town is extremely charming.
🌊Shuanglang🌊
Recommendation index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Huanhai East Road, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture
Opening hours: open all day
Visit duration: 3-4 hours
On the shore of Erhai Lake, you can go boating on the lake, taste delicious food, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains, just like in a dream.
🏞️Shuhe Ancient Town🏞️
Recommendation index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Shuhe Ancient Town Archway, Shuhe Road, Gucheng District, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
Opening hours: open all day
Visiting time: 1-2 hours
As an important post station on the Ancient Tea Horse Road, it is surrounded by mountains and rivers, simple and quiet, as if traveling through time and space back to the glorious era of the horse caravan.
Travel essentials: 🎒
👗 Clothing: Light jacket, long skirt, T-shirt, don't forget to bring a coat, the temperature difference between morning and night is big, keeping warm is very important.
🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses, sun hat, sun protection clothing. The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong, so you must do a good job of sun protection. There are also rain gears, as it may rain at any time during the rainy season.
🆔 Documents: Mainland China ID card, student ID card, and driver’s license are essential when going out, so don’t forget to bring them. There's also cash and electronic payments, just in case.
Come to Kunming-Lijiang-Dali City, Yunnan, enjoy the natural beauty and cultural charm, and make your trip an unforgettable memory!