A Complete Guide to Jingmai Mountain—Don't Miss Out!

Embark on an off-season, reverse travel experience—pure bliss! I've finally found my ideal secluded village. Compared to other niche travel destinations, Jingmai Mountain is seriously underrated!

🚗Transportation Guide:

- Train: Arrive in Pu'er first.

- Airplane: Fly to Pu'er Simao Airport.

🛖Accommodation Recommendation: Nuogan. When visiting Jingmai Mountain, be sure to capture the tribal clusters in Nuogan and experience the unique architectural style.

✅Detailed 6-Day, 5-Night Itinerary:

- Day 1: Start your journey in Pu'er. In the morning, head to Simao Old Street and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere. In the afternoon, stroll along Daijia Lane, savor local rice noodles and rich coffee, and enjoy a relaxing city walk. In the evening, visit Meizi Lake No. 1 and admire the stunning sunset from the viewing platform at the wetland park. (Friendly reminder: After walking the mountain road, remember to return the same way. Don't venture onto unfamiliar paths, as it's easy to get lost!)

- Day 2: Have breakfast at Pu'er University Town and try their amazing rice noodles. Afterward, visit the Beigui Coffee Plantation, followed by the Xiao'aozi Coffee Plantation in the afternoon. Immerse yourself in the world of coffee, and in the evening, return to the old street for another bowl of rice noodles.

- Day 3: Depart from Pu'er for Jingmai Mountain. Visit Jingmai Dazhai, the Golden Pagoda, and the Ancient Tea Forest. In the evening, watch the sunset in Wengji, where the mountains and clouds intertwine under the afterglow—a truly breathtaking sight.

- Day 4: Wake up early in Wengji to witness the sunrise over the sea of clouds. Take a leisurely stroll through the village. In the morning, visit Manghong Village, and in the afternoon, indulge in the culinary delights of Nuogan and experience intangible cultural heritage projects. In the evening, head to Mangjing Shangzhai, stay with a Bulang family, and watch the sunset on the horizon.

- Day 5: Watch the sunrise in Mangjing Shangzhai. Then, head to Manghong to experience tea frying and tea tasting. In the afternoon, return to Pu'er and check in to the stylish Yunshang Shexia Hotel. In the evening, explore the Pu'er night market.

- Day 6: Visit Juding Coffee and the Wild Duck Pond Coffee Plantation in Pu'er. Finally, savor delicious coffee at the Boh Mint Family Inn, concluding your journey perfectly.

🌟Pu'er Attractions Overview:

Simao Old Street: A food paradise where you could easily eat eight meals a day. Various local snacks await your taste buds.

Tea Horse Road: Take a casual stroll, relax, and soak in the historical charm.

Coffee Plantations: Choose a plantation based on your preference. The sunflowers at Xiao'aozi Coffee Plantation are unforgettable—a beauty you can't experience through online shopping.

Villages around Jingmai Mountain: Wengji is currently under renovation and is relatively small. It's suitable for watching sunsets, and it's best to stay overnight. The giant banyan tree is worth seeing. The buildings are few and scattered, mainly Bulang-style architecture. Manghong features a mix of old and new buildings, offering average photo opportunities, but it's more suitable for tea tasting and leisurely watching the sunrise. Mangjing Shangzhai is ideal for accommodation, with a welcoming host and stunning sunset views. Nuogan boasts a dense cluster of buildings, offering breathtaking views from higher vantage points—the most recommended spot on this trip.

Special Attractions: The Bee King Tree, Princess Banyan, and Octagonal Pagoda are all unique. The Tea Ancestor Temple is currently under renovation and closed. Wengji Buddhist Temple is stunning, with a viewing platform offering panoramic views. There's also a magnificent thousand-year-old cypress tree to the left of the temple. Nuogan Buddhist Temple is a great spot for photos, and the viewing platform provides exceptional views.

Pack your bags and head to Jingmai Mountain for a secluded getaway!