Slow Time in Bai Architecture

Trip Highlights: Leisurely strolls in the ancient town, cycling around Erhai Lake, hiking Cangshan Mountain, experiencing Bai culture Budget Allocation: Transportation: 1000 RMB (round-trip flight/train + local transportation) Accommodation: 600 RMB (three nights in guesthouses/inns) Food & Drink: 800 RMB (local cuisine + snacks) Tickets & Activities: 600 RMB (Erhai Lake boat tour, Cangshan cable car, Three Pagodas, etc.) Others: 1000 RMB (souvenirs, emergencies, etc.) Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Dali, stroll the ancient town Morning: Arrive in Dali, check into a guesthouse near the ancient town (recommended: near Renmin Road, Foreigner Street) Afternoon: Walk around Dali Ancient Town, soak in the historical atmosphere, visit Wuhua Tower, Foreigner Street, Renmin Road, etc. Evening: Taste Dali specialties (recommended: Rushan cheese, Erkuai rice cake, hot and sour fish), night tour of the ancient town Day 2: Cycling around Erhai Lake, Xizhou Ancient Town Morning: Rent a bicycle or electric bike to cycle around Erhai Lake (recommended route: Dali Ancient Town - Caicun Pier - Xizhou Ancient Town) Afternoon: Explore Xizhou Ancient Town, experience Bai culture, taste Xizhou Baba pancakes Evening: Return to Dali Ancient Town, enjoy a leisurely evening Day 3: Hiking Cangshan Mountain, Chongsheng Temple and Three Pagodas Morning: Take the Cangshan cable car up the mountain, hike the Yudai Trail, enjoy the beautiful views of Cangshan and Erhai Lake Afternoon: Visit Chongsheng Temple and the Three Pagodas, experience Buddhist culture Evening: Try Dali specialty hot pot (recommended: wild mushroom hot pot) Day 4: Free activities, return trip Morning: Free time depending on schedule, optional visits to Butterfly Spring, Nanzhao Style Island, etc. Afternoon: Return trip Money-saving Tips: Transportation: Travel in the off-season, book flights/train tickets in advance for discounts. Accommodation: Choose guesthouses or inns on the outskirts of the ancient town for better prices. Food & Drink: Try local snacks, avoid expensive restaurants inside scenic areas. Tickets: Some attractions offer online booking discounts. Optional Activities: Experience traditional Bai handicrafts like tie-dye and pottery Watch the large-scale live show "Impression Dali" Taste local specialties like Dali beer and Pu'er tea Notes: Strong sunlight in Dali, remember to use sunscreen. High-altitude area, rest well and avoid strenuous exercise. Respect local ethnic minority customs. Wish you a pleasant journey!