At Fuxian Lake, the wind is gentle, the water is clear, and time seems to have been paused.

Fuxian Lake one-day tour for 998 RMB to explore the "Glassy Expanse," encounter Yunnan's clearest blue!

Escape the hustle and bustle and head to a date with the blue water and sky at Fuxian Lake! The largest deep freshwater lake in China, with water quality reaching Class I, known as the "Sapphire on the Plateau." Just a 1.5-hour drive from Kunming, easy round trip in one day. Less than 1000 RMB per person to unlock the beauty of lake and mountain scenery and slow living.

📅 Trip Highlights
Destination: Yuxi · Fuxian Lake (Recommended East Loop: Moon Bay Wetland + Cherry Blossom Valley + Gushan Island)
⏰ Schedule: Early departure and late return, one-day tour (ideal for weekend trips)
💰 Total Budget: Within ¥998
🎯 Keywords: Lake and mountain scenery × Clear water and white sand × Cultural tourism check-in × Light vacation

✅ Transportation

🚗 Carpool/charter is most convenient:
- Kunming city round-trip carpool ¥100–120/person (including waiting time)
- Self-driving about 130 km, fuel + toll about ¥200, cheaper if shared by 4 people

🚄 High-speed rail is inconvenient (requires transfer), carpool or self-driving is recommended

✅ Must-See Attractions (many free)

🌊 Moon Bay Wetland Park (free)
- Feels like "Little Sanya"! White sandy beach, boardwalk extending into the lake, perfect for photos.
- Sun loungers available for rent (¥20 each), very kid-friendly for digging sand and playing in water.

🌸 Cherry Blossom Valley (free, bloom season March–April / December–January)
- Lakeside trail stroll, pink cherry blossoms and blue lake in winter and spring, full of romance.

🏞️ Gushan Island (ticket ¥20, including boat)
- Climb the island to overlook the entire Fuxian Lake, experience the tranquility of the "Top Scenic Spot of Chengjiang."

🚴 Recommended lake cycling:
- Rent bicycles or electric bikes (¥30–60/hour), cycling along the lake is very pleasant

✅ Dining Experience

🍽️ Must-try local "Copper Pot Fish" for lunch:
- Made with Antilang fish or Golden thread fish, stewed in a wood-fired copper pot, fresh and flavorful
- Recommended lakeside farmhouse, about ¥60 per person (includes stir-fry + wild vegetables)

☕ Afternoon tea time:
- Find a lakeside café (such as "Lakeside Dawn"), order a latte and watch the sunset, ¥38/cup, full of healing vibes

💰 Budget Breakdown (per person)

Item Details Amount

| 🚗 Transportation | Round-trip carpool ¥120 | ¥120 |
| 🎫 Tickets | Gushan Island ¥20 | ¥20 |
| 🍜 Dining | Lunch + drinks + snacks | ¥120 |
| 🚲 Entertainment | Electric bike/bicycle rental | ¥50 |
| 🎁 Souvenirs | Antilang dried fish ¥80, flower cake ¥30 | ¥110 |
| 🧳 Emergency reserve | Miscellaneous expenses | ¥100 |

✅ Total: ¥978 (well within 1000 RMB)

- Best season: Suitable all year, best in spring and autumn (March–May, September–November)
- Wear comfortable shoes! Some spots require a lot of walking
- Sunscreen essential: strong reflection on the lake surface, hat + sunglasses + sunscreen are a must
- Return before 16:30 to avoid traffic jams

At Fuxian Lake,
the wind is gentle, the water is clear,
time seems to have been paused.
Finish the day for less than a thousand yuan,
and you will have your own "Yunnan version of the Maldives."