Local expert's guide～Follow this 3-day itinerary

Dali's romance of wind, flowers, snow, and moon is truly worth revisiting many times! A local has put together this 3-day, 2-night itinerary connecting the ancient town, Erhai Lake, and Shaxi, hitting the same secluded spots favored by Xu Hongdou. Save it and go straight away～ 🌿3 days 2 nights itinerary D1: Dali Ancient Town → Longkan Pier (watch sunrise) → Panxi Village S Bay (cycling) → Covered Bridge → Xizhou Ancient Town (stroll through rice fields) → Zhoucheng (tie-dye experience) D2: Shuanglang Ancient Town → Luwoshan (photo spot favored by Li Xian) → Wase Town → Xiaoputuo → Wenbi Village (artistic check-in) → Ideal State (Santorini vibe) → Xingsheng Bridge (sunset) D3: Shaxi Ancient Town → Yujin Bridge (beautiful morning mist) → Shaxi Market (local life) → Ouyang Courtyard → Xingjiao Temple → Pioneer Bookstore (a must-visit for artsy youth) 📸Must-check highlights ✅Longkan Pier: Sunrise over Erhai Lake with shimmering waves, wearing a white dress for photos is perfect. No need to crowd, just arrive half an hour early～ ✅Panxi Village S Bay: Rent an electric bike and ride along the ecological corridor, Cangshan Mountain on your left and Erhai Lake on your right, every snap is a healing masterpiece ✅Shuanglang Ancient Town: Dali’s only seaside ancient town, sit by Erhai Lake drinking coffee while admiring Cangshan Mountain. Book the Sun Palace tour in advance for a fantastic panoramic view of Erhai Lake ✅Shaxi Ancient Town: Xu Hongdou’s favorite secluded small town, walk the Ancient Tea Horse Road, visit Yujin Bridge, experience a life slow to the bone. Handmade trinkets at the market are worth browsing 💡Practical Tips｜Stress-free and avoid pitfalls Transportation: Recommend chartering a car! Taking taxis around Erhai Lake is expensive and inconvenient Accommodation: Choose Dali Ancient Town if you want to explore the old town; Shuanglang or Panxi Village if you want lakeside views; Shaxi Ancient Town if you want quiet and seclusion Outfit: Light colors and ethnic-style dresses are very photogenic. It’s chilly in the morning and evening, bring a jacket Dali’s beauty is hidden in every road and every breeze. Let’s set off together and head to this romantic rendezvous of wind, flowers, snow, and moon!