May Day's ultimate family trip avoiding crowds! 26℃ Yunnan Mile + Puzhehei

This small loop line in Southeast Yunnan: Fuxian Lake - Jianshui - Puzhehei - Mile, is truly an amazing hidden gem! 🌿 Natural scenery that rivals Dali and Lijiang, plus the cultural charm of ancient towns, with summer temperatures around 30℃, it's definitely a summer retreat! Especially Puzhehei, it's absolutely stunning in midsummer~ The ten-thousand-acre lotus ponds are breathtakingly beautiful! Take a small boat through them, play in the water to cool off, and then enjoy a lotus feast~ The most important thing is that it's unbelievably uncrowded!

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📍Itinerary
D1️⃣ Kunming Gathering - Fuxian Lake
✈️ Fly to Kunming first, then head straight to Fuxian Lake Dolphin Bay Hotel🐬
📍 Address: Yousuo Town, Chengjiang City, Yuxi City
🌟 A must-stay for families! Plus, the stunning sunset is incredibly therapeutic 🌄

D2️⃣ Explore Fuxian Lake
🐬 Dolphin House Interaction (Huanhu Road, Chengjiang City)
🔭 Check out the Observatory (Phoenix Mountain Peak)
🦕 Chengjiang Fossil Museum (World-class fossil treasure trove)
🏕️ Overnight stay at a lakeside campsite (experience the fun of fishing for shrimp)

D3️⃣ Fuxian Lake - Jianshui Ancient City
📸 Morning: Check in at Fuxian Lake S-Bay (a paradise for cycling enthusiasts)
🚂 Afternoon: Jianshui Ancient City (remember to take the meter-gauge train!)
A more authentic slow-paced life than Dali Ancient City~

D4️⃣ Ancient Style Experience - Puzhehei
🏮 Scholar's Examination Hall role-play (inside Jianshui Ancient City)
🖌️ Intangible Cultural Heritage movable type printing experience
🌸 Evening: Arrive at Puzhehei to see the ten-thousand-acre lotus ponds (Qiubei County, Wenshan Prefecture)
Boating at sunset is amazing!

D5️⃣ Cave Exploration - Mile
🏄‍♀️ Paddleboarding to explore the karst caves (inside Puzhehei Scenic Area)
🔴 Afternoon: Check in at Mile Dongfengyun (the red brick castle is super photogenic)
📍 Address: Dongfeng Farm, Mile City

D6️⃣ Return to Kunming
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⚠️ Practical Tips
✔️ Southeast Yunnan small loop line: Fuxian Lake - Jianshui - Puzhehei - Mile
✔️ Average summer temperature of 26℃, a divine temperature🍃
✔️ Sun protection essentials are a must⛱️
✔️ Popular attractions with few crowds, go quickly!

🍜 Must-try Foods:
Fuxian Lake Copper Pot Fish🐟
Jianshui Grilled Tofu
Puzhehei Lotus Root Starch
Mile Wine🍷

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations:
Fuxian Lake Dolphin Bay Hotel (top choice for families)
Puzhehei Characteristic B&B (stunning lake views)
Mile Banshan Hot Spring Hotel (best value for money)

🚗 Transportation Advice:
Recommended to self-drive or charter a car
Travel time between attractions is about 2-3 hours