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National Day Xizhou Nanny-Level Guide🔥 Transportation/Costs/Activities All Sorted

Don’t want to crowd Dali Ancient Town during National Day? The real treasure is Xizhou, where Bai ethnic life shines! Golden rice fields + ancient heritage buildings, with a super complete guide👇

📍Precise Location

Xizhou Town, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Core area: Zhengyi Gate - Sifang Street - Corner Tower route
Nearby must-visit: Zhoucheng Village (tie-dye), Haizhi Park (Erhai Lake secret spot)

🚗 Most Convenient Ways to Get There

• From Dali Ancient Town: Take minibus 7-10 RMB at Cangshan Gate, 40 minutes direct; rent an electric scooter 60-100 RMB/day, enjoy healing rural scenery along the way

• From Airport/Train Station: Taxi about 40 minutes, around 30 RMB; or choose the Erhai Loop Bus pass starting at 118 RMB, great value for money

• Self-driving: Navigate to South District Parking Lot, 10 RMB/daytime per car, 30 RMB max for 24 hours

💰 Cost Breakdown (per person)

• Tickets: Ancient town free! Yan Family Courtyard 18-25 RMB, Haizhi Park free but requires advance reservation

• Experiences: Lanxu Tie-Dye 98 RMB/person, Jiama Woodblock Printing 30 RMB/session

• Food & Drink: Posu Baba (pastry) 5 RMB each, Yingfeng Fresh Milk Yogurt 10 RMB, Rice noodles 20-30 RMB

• Accommodation: Characteristic guesthouses like Xingzhe Shangju 200-500 RMB/night, best value choice

✨ Must-Do List (Follow the route, no detours)

1. Corner Tower: Shoot the Republic of China style curved building before 9 AM, low angle to avoid crowds

2. Rice Field Check-in: Navigate to Hetianli Guesthouse, yellow walls with golden rice waves guarantee great photos

3. Yan Family Courtyard: See the "Three Lanes and One Screen Wall" ancient architecture, exquisite wood carvings and paintings

4. Zhoucheng Village: Experience intangible heritage at Lanxu Tie-Dye Workshop, shoot rice fields and dyed cloth together on the second-floor terrace

5. Haizhi Park: Walk the dead tree shallows, watch egrets return to roost at dusk, stunning views

⚠️ Pitfall Reminder: Wheat field mini train 35 RMB is not cost-effective, walking is freer; negotiate tricycle rides in advance, 5 RMB/person

Xizhou during National Day holds the richest autumn vibe of Dali. Visit ancient buildings, do tie-dye, eat baba pastries—slowing down is the right way to enjoy it~