Yunnan 5 Days 4 Nights Guide: Fun and Worry-Free

Here is a 5-day 4-night travel guide for Yunnan, with a budget of 5000 RMB that can basically meet your travel needs:

Preparation

● Documents: Bring your ID card, student ID, and other necessary documents.

● Clothing: Yunnan has a large temperature difference between day and night, so prepare long-sleeve jackets and long pants, and pack appropriate clothes according to the season.

● Items: Sunscreen, sunglasses, umbrella, thermos cup, etc.

Transportation Arrangements

● Round-trip transportation: From Taizhou to Kunming, you can book discounted flight tickets in advance to reduce transportation costs.

● Local transportation:
○ Take the high-speed train from Kunming to Dali and from Dali to Lijiang for comfort and speed.
○ Within the city, you can choose buses, taxis, or ride-hailing services.

Accommodation Recommendations

● Kunming: Stay near Cuihu Park or close to Kunming Station or Kunming South Station for convenient transportation and many nearby attractions. Options include Kunming Cuihu Hotel, Kunming Sofitel Hotel, etc., with prices varying by room type.

● Dali: Stay inside Dali Ancient Town or around Erhai Lake, such as Memory Inn of Dali Ancient Town Style, Dali Erhai Tianyu Indigo Hotel, to experience Bai ethnic culture.

● Lijiang: Choose a guesthouse inside Lijiang Ancient Town to feel the charm of the old town, such as Lijiang He Fu Intercontinental Resort; or stay in Shuhe Ancient Town, like Lijiang Shuhe Pullman Resort.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kunming

● Morning: After arriving in Kunming, head to Xishan Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful Dianchi Lake views.

● Afternoon: Visit the Ancient Tea Horse Road to learn about Yunnan’s tea-horse trade history.

● Evening: Stroll through Kunming Old Street and taste local specialties like Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles.

Day 2: Kunming - Dali

● Morning: Take the high-speed train to Dali, enjoying the scenery along the way.

● Afternoon: Explore Dali Ancient Town and experience Bai culture; you can also bike around Erhai Lake to admire the lake and mountain scenery.

● Evening: Check into a guesthouse near Dali Ancient Town to experience Bai ethnic customs.

Day 3: Dali - Lijiang

● Morning: Take the high-speed train to Lijiang, then visit Lijiang Ancient Town and try Lijiang’s local delicacies.

● Afternoon: Head to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take the cable car up, and visit Glacier Park, Blue Moon Valley, and other attractions.

Day 4: Lijiang

● Morning: Visit Shuhe Ancient Town to feel the tranquility and rustic charm of the old town.

● Afternoon: Tour Baisha Ancient Town to admire the ancient architecture and culture.

● Evening: Enjoy various snacks at Zhongyi Night Market.

Day 5: Lijiang - Return

● Morning: Free time to shop for local souvenirs.

● Afternoon: Depending on your flight or train schedule, head to the airport or station to conclude your pleasant trip.

Cost Budget

● Transportation: Round-trip airfare (depending on actual situation), high-speed train tickets (Kunming - Dali, Dali - Lijiang), and local transportation costs, estimated around 2000 RMB.

● Accommodation: 4 nights’ stay, estimated around 1500 RMB depending on hotel or guesthouse grade.

● Meals: Sampling local cuisine, estimated around 1000 RMB.

● Entrance fees: Tickets for Xishan Scenic Area, Ancient Tea Horse Road, Dali Ancient Town, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and other attractions, estimated around 500 RMB.

Notes

● Check Yunnan’s weather in advance and prepare accordingly.

● Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is at a high altitude and may cause altitude sickness; take preventive measures in advance.

● When buying souvenirs, be careful to distinguish authenticity and prices.

Hope this guide helps you have a wonderful trip to Yunnan!