Head South for an 8-Day In-Depth Exploration of Kunming and More, Escape the City Hustle Now!
by JetsetGuru
Mar 19, 2025
Dear friends! The 6-day tour guide for Kunming + Dali + Lijiang is here! All-inclusive price for a worry-free trip: cycling along the Erhai Lake corridor with sea view afternoon tea, experiencing Bai ethnic tie-dyeing, climbing Glacier Park... plus a long street banquet, sour and spicy fish, local hot pot, and even a complimentary ticket to the "Impression Lijiang" show! Save money and have fun, book quickly!
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Come and check it out! Full of valuable tips, scroll down to unlock new secrets~
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🗺️ Itinerary:
Day 1️⃣: Arrive in Kunming → 24-hour airport pickup → Free activities after hotel check-in
Start your first experience in Kunming, stroll freely in the city, and feel the spring city vibe 🌿
Day 2️⃣: Stone Forest Scenic Area — Small Stone Forest Scenic Area — Ashima
Explore the wonders of the Stone Forest, check in at the Small Stone Forest where Ashima turns into stone, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship 🗿
Day 3️⃣: Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas Cultural Tourism Area — Erhai Lake — Erhai Ecological Corridor — Xizhou
Visit the sacred Three Pagodas, cycle along the Erhai Lake corridor enjoying sea view afternoon tea, and stroll through Xizhou to experience Bai ethnic customs 🚴♀️🌊
Special experience: Bai ethnic tie-dyeing, create a piece of intangible cultural heritage artwork 🎨
Special food: Bai-style sour and spicy fish, savor the fresh taste of Erhai Lake 🐟
Day 4️⃣: Dali Ancient Town — Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Cableway — Lijiang Ancient Town — Lijiang Ancient Town Mu Mansion - Protector Hall — Lijiang Dongba Culture Museum
Tour Dali Ancient Town, take the cableway up Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, explore Lijiang Ancient Town and Mu Mansion, and experience Naxi culture 🏔️🏯
Special food: Naxi local hot pot, a warming meal at the foot of the snow mountain 🍲
Day 5️⃣: Shuhe Ancient Town — Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — "Impression Lijiang" Show
Stroll through Shuhe Ancient Town, ascend Jade Dragon Snow Mountain again, and enjoy the complimentary "Impression Lijiang" live show, a soul-stirring experience 🌄🎭
Special food: Nanjian Tiao Cai, an intangible cultural heritage food show, a feast for both taste and sight 💃🍽️
Day 6️⃣: Kunming → 24-hour airport drop-off → End of trip
Depart from Kunming with full memories, looking forward to meeting again next time! ✈️👋
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🌈 Travel Preparation: Essential items for visiting Kunming and nearby areas in October
👗**Clothing**:
Light long sleeves + windbreaker are must-haves; big temperature difference by Dianchi Lake in the morning and evening, bring a knitted cardigan to keep warm.
👟**Shoes**:
Comfortable sports shoes for Stone Forest, non-slip hiking shoes for climbing Xishan, avoid wearing new shoes to prevent blisters affecting your trip.
🧢**Accessories**:
Wide-brimmed sun hat + sunglasses, strong UV rays on the plateau, reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
📱**Electronics**:
Power bank + waterproof phone case, protect against splashes when photographing red-billed gulls at Dianchi Lake or waterfalls, use a gimbal for stable video shooting.
💊**Medicines**:
Stomach medicine for mushroom hot pot, motion sickness patches for Fuxian Lake, band-aids for bumps in Stone Forest.
🪪**Documents**:
Carry your ID card, student or senior cards offer discounts at attractions, keep electronic copies on your phone to avoid loss.
🧴**Daily necessities**:
Portable wet wipes for hands, moisturizing spray to combat dryness, foldable umbrella for sudden rain or strong sun.
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The dream trip is about to begin, click the card below to start your wonderful journey now~
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