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[Six-day Yunnan itinerary] Kunming-Dali-Lijiang, suitable for spring and autumn

#itineraryshare Yunnan six-day itinerary_itinerary ## Yunnan six-day itinerary Day 1 - Airport - Hotel After arriving in Kunming, go to the hotel to check in and take a short rest. - Dianchi Dam Stroll along the Dianchi Dam, enjoy the sparkling beauty of the lake and feel the tranquility of nature. Day 2 - Kunming - Dali - Shuanglang Fishing Village Depart for Dali in the morning to explore the unique features of Shuanglang Fishing Village and take photos of the beautiful lake scenery. - Heilongtan Park Visit Heilongtan Park. The lake is like a mirror, making it an excellent photo location. - hotel Return to the hotel in the evening to rest and prepare for another day of adventure. Day 3 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Head to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to enjoy the spectacular snow mountain scenery, and experience alpine skiing or cableway riding. - Lijiang Old Town Explore Lijiang Old Town and immerse yourself in the unique Naxi culture, which is even more mesmerizing with its lights at night. Day 4 - Shuhe Ancient Town - Xizhou Ancient Town Visit Shuhe Ancient Town and Xizhou Ancient Town to feel the ancient charm and taste the local food. - Internet celebrity S Bay Visit Dali Internet celebrity S Bay, take beautiful check-in photos, and leave beautiful memories. Day 5 - Dali Ancient City Wander around the ancient city of Dali, admire ancient buildings and buy unique souvenirs. - Kunming Hotel Return to Kunming hotel in the evening, bringing a successful end to the journey. Day 6 - Airport Reserve time to go to the airport to end this unforgettable trip to Yunnan. Flight information - **Hong Kong-Kunming**: MU9624 11:25/13:45 - **Kunming-Hong Kong**: MU733 13:45/16:05 Must-see attractions 1. Dali Internet celebrity S Bay: the latest hotspot for checking in and a must-go for taking photos. 2. Lijiang Old Town: The well-preserved ancient city and the unique Naxi culture are waiting for you to explore. 3. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: The magnificent snow mountain landscape is fascinating. --- Must eat food 1. Crossing the Bridge Rice Noodles: A classic delicacy from Yunnan, the soup base is delicious and will warm your heart. 2. Yunnan Wild Mushroom Hot Pot: Fresh wild mushrooms will make your index fingers full. 3. Flower cake: a local specialty cake made from flowers, sweet and delicious. --- Accommodation recommendations - Kunming: Howard Johnson International Hotel Kunming Flower City - Lijiang: JP Xili Hotel, King of Dian Fungi in Lijiang Old Town - Dali: Pangye Argyle Hotel Photo check-in space 1. Heilongtan Park: Spectacular lake view, the best choice for taking photos. 2. Lijiang Old Town night view: bright lights, romantic and charming, capture the beauty in an instant. 3. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: The magnificent snow mountain background adds magic to your photos. Tips Yunnan has a large temperature difference between morning and evening. It is recommended to bring a light jacket and sun protection products to make your journey more comfortable. #中国mainlandhotel #globaltravel #chinamainlandattractions
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