Strolling Through the Enchanting Lijiang Old Town
by Strawberry-
Oct 21, 2025
🗺️ Destination Overview
Ready to dive into the dreamy vibes of Yunnan and Yanbian? From ancient towns to wild mountain views, this itinerary is packed with awesome spots, chill hangs, and tasty eats. Let’s get this adventure started!
📍 Itinerary
👉 Day 1: Kunming Arrivals & Chill
🧭 Route: Touch down in Kunming, scope out the city vibes.
✈️ Transportation: Taxi or Didi from the airport, super easy!
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions: Explore Green Lake Park and check out the local market scene.
🥘 Food: Try crossing-the-bridge noodles for a true Kunming staple.
🏠 Accommodation:
1. Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu (Address: No. 20 Changhong East Road, Guandu District, Kunming)
👉 Day 2: Kunming Local Sights
🧭 Route: Museum-hopping + parks
✈️ Transportation: Taxi, metro, or bus for city sightseeing
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions: Yunnan Provincial Museum, Yunnan Ethnic Village — all open year-round!
🥘 Food: Grab breakfast baozi, then hit up tea shops for fresh brews.
🏠 Accommodation:
1. Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kunming Guandu
👉 Day 3: Lijiang — Ancient Charm Awaits
🧭 Route: Fast train from Kunming to Lijiang (~3 hours)
✈️ Transportation: High-speed rail, taxi in Lijiang city
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions:
- Old Town of Lijiang (Dayan Ancient City, Gucheng District, Lijiang City, open 24/7)
- Stroll cobbled lanes, check out local boutiques, and snap epic canal photos
🥘 Food: Naxi pancakes and yak hotpot — sooo good!
🏠 Accommodation: Choose a cozy guesthouse inside the Old Town for full vibes
👉 Day 4: Dali — Cool Ancient City Energy
🧭 Route: Morning train to Dali (~2 hours from Lijiang)
✈️ Transportation: Train plus local cabs
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions:
- Dali Ancient City (No. 42, Yita Road, Gucheng District, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, open 24/7)
- Chill by Erhai Lake and take all the dreamy sunset pics 🌅
🥘 Food: Sample Dali milk cheese pastries + Bai minority snacks
🏠 Accommodation: Try a lakeside inn for the best views
👉 Day 5: Yanbian — Ultimate Mountain Magic
🧭 Route: Private transfer or organized tour from Dali to Yanbian
✈️ Transportation: Shuttle bus or car
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions:
- Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Viewing Point (岩口乡格萨拉生态景区)
- Ride the cable car through snowy peaks — this view is 🤯! Blue skies, rugged cliffs, and icy vibes.
🥘 Food: Local barbecue and mushroom soup to warm up
🏠 Accommodation:
1. Crystal Orange Hotel (Kunming Nanping Pedestrian Street) (Address: No. 86 Nanping Street, Kunming)
👉 Day 6: Kunming — Vibe Wrap-Up
🧭 Route: Journey back to Kunming via train or shuttle
✈️ Transportation: Train or car
🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions: Shopping at Nanping pedestrian street + café hopping
🥘 Food: Go wild at a local hot pot restaurant
🏠 Accommodation:
1. Crystal Orange Hotel (Kunming Nanping Pedestrian Street)
💡 Tips for Travelers:
- Wear comfy shoes for all the cobblestone old towns!
- Old Town of Li
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