4 Days 3 Nights Exploring Yuxi, Discovering the Secret Realm of Central Yunnan and the Food Paradise

Yuxi, this seriously underrated treasure city, boasts scenery that rivals Dali and food that makes neighboring Kunming jealous! In October, Yuxi is around 20°C with perfect sunshine. Quickly grab this nanny-level guide～🌞

Day 1🎈
✨Fuxian Lake
📍Address: Fuxian Lake Scenic Area, Chengjiang City
⏰Open: 24 hours
💰Admission: Free
🚗Transport: Best by self-driving or charter (1 hour drive from Yuxi)
Recommended activities:
- Rent a boat to tour the lake 🚣‍♀️ (100-200 RMB/boat)
- Check in at the popular pink beach 📸
- Cycling by the lake (bike rental 30 RMB/hour)
Must-see tips: Don’t miss the "Golden Sunrise" at 7 AM, when the lake surface turns into sparkling diamonds✨

🐟Lunch at Lakeside Fish Restaurant
📍Address: Around Fuxian Lake Scenic Area
⏰Hours: 11:00-20:00
Must-order menu:
✅Antiwave Fish Hotpot (158 RMB/pot)
✅Copper Pot Potato Rice (28 RMB/serving)
Average 80 RMB per person, so filling you’ll be leaning on the wall!

🌅Luchong Scenic Area
📍Address: Luchong Village, Chengjiang City
⏰Open: 8:00-18:00
💰Admission: 15 RMB
Climb high for divine photo spots, recommended to wear light-colored dresses 👗 for stunning shots!

🏨Overnight in Chengjiang County Town
Recommended hotel: Hilton Fuxian Lake (lake view room 600+ RMB/night)

Day 2☀️
🌳Xiushan Park
📍Address: Hongta District, Yuxi City
⏰Open: 6:00-18:00
💰Admission: Free
Local favorite for morning exercise, the mountaintop café offers an amazing view!

🍜Yuxi Snack Street
📍Address: Xinxing Road, Hongta District
Must-try list:
🔥Cold Rice Noodles (8 RMB/bowl)
🔥Pea Noodles (6 RMB/serving)
🔥Iced Porridge (5 RMB/bowl)
Recommended to go at 11 AM to avoid queues～

🔴Hongtashan (Red Pagoda Mountain)
📍Address: Hongta Avenue, Hongta District
⏰Open: 8:00-17:00
Popular check-in spot with a cigarette-shaped building, remember to take creative "holding the pagoda" photos!

🎵Nie Er Music Square
Music fountain show every night at 8 PM 💦 You can play in the water wearing slippers～

Day 3🌈
🏔Tonghai Xiushan
📍Address: Xiushan Street, Tonghai County
⏰Open: 8:00-17:00
💰Admission: 30 RMB
Ancient architecture complex known as the "Little Palace of Southern Yunnan," perfect for Hanfu photos!

🍲Tonghai Cold Dishes
Recommended shop: "Duanshi Cold Dishes"
💰Average cost: 15 RMB
Must-order: Cold rolled noodles with a dozen toppings! 🌶️

🌊Qilu Lake Cycling
Bike rental: Lakeside Visitor Center (20 RMB/hour)
Cycling route: Lakeside greenway (about 2 hours total)

Day 4🎁
🏛Yuxi Museum
⏰Open: 9:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays)
Treasure: 500-year-old bronze artifacts!

🍜Eel Rice Noodles
Recommended old shop: "Gui Ji"
⏰Hours: 7:00-14:00
Secret broth + freshly killed eel = a taste sensation!

🛍️Souvenir list:
✓Tonghai Pickled Vegetables (15 RMB/jar)
✓Maoduoli Tamarind Cake (20 RMB/bag)
✓Yunyan Cigarettes (...you know it)

💡Helpful Tips:
1️⃣Must bring: Sunscreen + sunglasses + light jacket
2️⃣Best photo times: Early morning & dusk
3️⃣Hidden activity: Camping by Fuxian Lake to watch the stars 🏕️

💰Estimated total cost:
Budget: 1500 RMB/person
Luxury: 2500 RMB/person

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