Kunming Dali Lijiang Travel Guide

1. Why do most people choose Kunming + Dali + Lijiang when they go for the first time?

1. Convenient transportation:
Whether it is the transportation from other cities to fly here or the transportation between these three places, Kunming is the transportation distribution center for the whole of Yunnan. It has many flights and cheap air tickets. Moreover, a new bullet train to Dali has been opened. The train between Dali and Lijiang also takes more than 2 hours.
2. Collection of classic attractions:
Yunnan is very rich in tourism resources. Even if you go two or three times, you can't experience them one by one. However, the most classic ones still belong to Dali and Lijiang, and Kundali can also allow you to experience more in a limited time.
3. Suitable for all groups:
The development of these three local scenic spots is relatively mature, with classic check-ins and in-depth niche areas, and food, accommodation and transportation are also very guaranteed. Whether they are people who are coming to Yunnan for the first time, they are taking parents, parent-child tours, couples tours, and girlfriends tours, they are all suitable.

2. Introduction to transportation between the three places

Kunming-Dali Train:
After the bullet train is opened, it only takes about two hours to get there between the two places. The trains are very dense from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and the second-class ticket costs 145 yuan.
Bus:
Most buses take a 6-hour drive. You can take a bus from Kunming Western Bus Terminal to Dali. The entire journey is high-speed and the fare is 80-140 yuan.

Dali-Lijiang Train:
There are two buses from Dali to Lijiang every day, one at 17:15 and 19:05, and the same two buses from Lijiang to Dali, one at 7:00 and 16:00. It takes more than two hours and the hard-seat ticket price is 34 yuan.
Bus:
Every day from 7:10 to 19:00, Dali Bus Station and North Bus Station depart on a rolling basis. There is a bus every half an hour, with fares ranging from 50 to 80 yuan.
Kunming-Lijiang Train:
The trains are concentrated after 8 p.m., leaving at night and arriving at dawn, taking eight to nine hours, making it suitable for sleeping in a sleeper for one night.
Bus:
You can take it at Kunming Western Passenger Station or Long-distance Bus Station. The price ranges from 140 to 200 yuan and takes about 10 hours.

3. The most must-miss check-in place for Kundali

Kunming-not just transit
Cuihu Park-Feel livable Kunming
Kunming's central park is surrounded by a strong cultural atmosphere and many former residences of famous people.
In summer, the pool is full of lotus flowers, and in winter, there are red-billed gulls from Siberia.
No matter what season, there are many elderly people doing morning exercises here in the morning. Only when you come here can you feel more what a livable city Kunming is.
Recommended tour time: 1 hour
Tickets: None

Army Lecture Hall--Centenary Military Academy and Cradle of Generals
This is a famous military academy in modern China. It has trained a large number of military strategists such as Zhu De and Ye Jianying. It is located on the west side of Cuihu Park. You can visit the park after visiting it. The bright yellow Republic of China buildings are very eye-catching, and the interiors can be visited, and the scenery are decorated. They still maintain their appearance in the past.
Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
Tickets: Free

Yunnan University-A century-old history
It is a famous university with a history of hundreds of years. The campus is full of historical buildings and landscapes full of humanistic atmosphere. The landmark Huize Courtyard, the Yingqiu Courtyard designed by Lin Huiyin, and the Yunda spirit of "gathering hundreds of schools and making the world public".
In autumn, there is also the well-known Ginkgo Avenue here, and you may even encounter cute little squirrels.
Tickets: Free
Opening hours: All day
Recommended tour time: 1-3 hours

Stone Forest--the magic work of nature
When visiting Kunming, no matter what theme the trip is, it is recommended to include the classic stone forests in the itinerary list. It has nature's magical craftsmanship and karst landforms. It is mainly divided into two areas: the Big Stone Forest and the Small Stone Forest. You must listen to the guide here. Explain, otherwise you will really come to take a look at the stones and won't be able to know the story behind each stone.
Opening hours: 08:00-18:00
Tickets: 175, battery car 25

Dianchi Lake-Encounter the red-billed gull elf
Dianchi Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan Province, about half an hour away from the urban area. Compared with Cuihu Park, it is more atmospheric and is known as the "Pearl of the Plateau." The red-billed gulls that hover here in winter are the iconic landscape of Dianchi Lake.
Swarms of seagulls flying on the sparkling lake is a scene that photography enthusiasts must not miss.
Tickets: None
Recommended tour time: 1-3 hours

Dianchi Lake-Encounter the red-billed gull elf
Dianchi Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan Province, about half an hour away from the urban area. Compared with Cuihu Park, it is more atmospheric and is known as the "Pearl of the Plateau." The red-billed gulls that hover here in winter are the iconic landscape of Dianchi Lake.
Swarms of seagulls flying on the sparkling lake is a scene that photography enthusiasts must not miss.
Tickets: None
Recommended tour time: 1-3 hours

Jinma Biji Square-Kunming Sign Commercial Street
Kunming's iconic building and characteristic commercial street, opposite the archway is Kunming Pedestrian Street, where you can stroll around at night.

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Erhai Lake-a magnificent scene of flowers, snow and moon
It is not an exaggeration to say that the Erhai Lake is the most long-awaited scenic spot in Dali. There are various large areas around the Erhai Lake, including literary and artistic roads, large tracts of flowers, transparent glass balls, and high white tables in front of the Erhai Lake. These are all symbols of the Erhai Lake in people's hearts. The tour around the Erhai Lake and living in a sea view house by the Erhai Lake make it difficult to be imperfect.
Inventory of suitable locations around the Erhai Lake for photos:
1. Xizhou Ancient Town 2. Haiyue Park 3. White bus 4. Abandoned fishing boat inverted boat 5. Haixi Water Station 6. Huahai 7. Net red and white table glass ball 8. Coastal reef 9. Lovers Cliff 10. Xiaoputuo