6-Day Tour of Lijiang-Dali, Yunnan: A Super Detailed Itinerary

Friends! Here's a must-have guide for a 6-day trip to Lijiang-Dali, Yunnan. It's your perfect travel companion, just waiting for you~ -- 🎉🧭Itinerary: D1: Lijiang Old Town—Black Dragon Pool Park—Lion Hill—Lijiang Golden Pagoda Scenic Area—Lijiang Museum—Qinglong Bridge On this day, we will start our journey in Lijiang Old Town, passing through various historical buildings and parks in the old town to experience the local customs and culture of Yunnan. D2: Erhai Lake—Shuanglang—Erhai Ecological Corridor—Panxi Village—Huayu Ranch We will follow Erhai Lake to enjoy the beautiful lake scenery and natural ecology, and experience the idyllic scenery of Yunnan. D3: Dali Old Town—Jade Dragon Snow Mountain—Glacier Park Cableway—Lijiang Old Town We will experience the charm of the old town in Dali, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and take the cable car to overlook the scenery of Lijiang Old Town. D4: Shuhe Old Town—Pudacuo National Park—Shudu Lake This day covers a large area. We will visit Shuhe Old Town, then arrive at Pudacuo National Park and Shudu Lake area to experience different ecological beauty. D5: Shambhala Times Square Cultural Expo Center—Dukezong Old Town—Giant Prayer Wheel of the Big Buddha Temple—Tiger Leaping Gorge (Shangri-La Section)—Lijiang Impression Show A full day! First, we will go to the Shambhala Times Square Cultural Expo Center, then to Dukezong Old Town and the Big Buddha Temple. You can also see Tiger Leaping Gorge on the way. Finally, we will return to Lijiang to watch the Lijiang Impression Show. D6: Black Dragon Pool Park On the last day, we will relax at Black Dragon Pool Park, enjoy the sunshine and fresh air of Yunnan, and bring a perfect end to this journey. -- Must-see attractions: 💫Jade Dragon Snow Mountain🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Xuehua Village, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province ⌚️Opening hours: 07:30-16:30 ⏳Duration: 1 day Set foot on every inch of this land, the sacred mountain of the Naxi people, with 13 peaks stretching into the distance, like a silver dragon dancing. The wind that blows, the road that is traveled, the heart is filled with the agility of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. 💫Tiger Leaping Gorge (Shangri-La Section)🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Inside Shangri-La Upper Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, East Ring Road, Tiger Leaping Gorge Town, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture ⌚️Opening hours: 08:30-17:30 ⏳Duration: 2-3 hours The narrow part of the canyon is spectacular and shocking, and the continuous landscape is like a painting. Experience the fun of rock climbing, see the magnificent scenery of Tiger Leaping Gorge, gather your strength, and jump! 💫Pudacuo National Park🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: Hongpo Village, Jiantang Town, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture ⌚️Opening hours: 08:30-16:00 ⏳Duration: 1 day The clear and blue Shudu Lake, the dense forest, and the pastures full of wildflowers. Walking in this almost untouched wilderness, you will gain more than just inner peace. 💫Lijiang Impression Show🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: No. 88 Yuxing West Road, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province ⌚️Opening hours: 14:00-21:00 ⏳Duration: 1-3 hours Enjoy the Lijiang Impression Show after dinner and experience the strong ethnic customs and the sound of horse bells in the Ancient Tea Horse Road. The bright lights, the bright you, are my eternal love in Lijiang. 💫Erhai Lake🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: No. 1 Erhai South Road, Xiaguan, Dali City, Dali Prefecture ⌚️Opening hours: Open all day ⏳Duration: 1-2 days The picturesque Erhai Lake, and the divine light of Shuanglang on the lake attract people to stop and take pictures. The blue of Erhai Lake is half the color of the sky, and half the reflection in your eyes. Every scenery is a strong color of life, and every journey tells the wonder of life. Start your journey, and excitement awaits you ahead.✈️🌈🚗📸 -- Travel tips: 1. Local customs🌿: In Lijiang-Dali, Yunnan, the local Naxi and Bai people are very friendly and hospitable. Don't forget to respect and integrate into their traditional culture. 2. Delicious food🍲: If you don't eat Dianxi rice noodles, Erhai fish, and Three-Course Tea, you haven't been to Dali and Lijiang. Every taste is a unique expression of deliciousness, so don't miss it! 3. Airport transportation🚌: There are direct airport buses from Dali Airport and Lijiang Airport to the city center, which is very convenient. Just a reminder to avoid peak hours😊. 4. Travel equipment⛱️: Since Lijiang and Dali are located at relatively high altitudes, it is recommended that you bring sunscreen and drink plenty of water to avoid altitude sickness. 5. Shopping tips🛍️: There are many characteristic handicrafts and stone products here. If you want to shop, be sure to keep your eyes peeled and don't be easily fooled by small vendors😉. 6. Itinerary planning📅: Whether you are strolling in the old town or experiencing a local market, it is recommended that you avoid peak tourist seasons to avoid crowds and enjoy a relaxing travel experience. -- This concludes the Lijiang-Dali, Yunnan tour. We look forward to your visit in person and let the beautiful scenery and nostalgia infect you. Here lies the poetry and distance in your dreams!