Henan 8-Day Tour: Scenic Area & Scenic Area

Gather in the morning and depart for Dali, follow the guide along the main route, visit all the highlights one by one, and allow enough time for photos and rest; Enjoy local specialties at noon, continue deeper in the afternoon, check into the hotel in the evening, and recharge for the next day's itinerary.

Attraction introduction: Today's itinerary includes Dali attractions. Dali is a city of wind, flowers, snow, and moon. Erhai, Cangshan, and the ancient city are vibrant and lively. Bai ethnic customs intertwine with plateau lake scenery, making it synonymous with "going to the windy place." Among them, Erhai Lake, Dali Ancient City, and the three pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are especially worth a closer look.

Friendly reminder: Most streets and alleys in the ancient town are stone-paved and slippery when raining. It is recommended to wear non-slip flat shoes, and watch your step due to limited lighting at night. Be sure to bring your ID card and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting time and place. Visitors generally report that the Erhai Ring Road and Cangshan are the most favored, with strong winds and strong sunlight. Remind everyone to rent a car freely around the lake and avoid sun protection in other provinces. Based on actual conditions, the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple and the Xizhou Bai ethnic residence are worth visiting; During peak season, chartering or carpooling around the sea is more convenient, so pay attention to sun protection.

Depart from the hotel early in the morning and head straight to Lijiang. First, listen to the guide's explanation of the background and highlights, then enjoy a leisurely tour and take additional photos of camera spots based on your interests. After lunch, take a short rest, then return to the hotel in the evening to recharge for the next day.

Attraction introduction: This stop is Lijiang, where Lijiang ancient city is built along Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with Naxi residences, small bridges, flowing water, and the vibrant life of Sifang Street, making it a slow-paced lifestyle landmark in northwest Yunnan. You can visit the Mu Mansion, climb the Wangu Tower, and enjoy the bar street at night; Nearby Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Lugu Lake offer deeper tours, among which Lijiang Ancient City (Sifang Street), Mu Mansion, and Heilongtan are the most worth exploring in detail.

Friendly reminder: Most streets and alleys of the ancient town are stone-paved and slippery when raining. It is recommended to wear non-slip flat shoes, and watch your step due to limited lighting at night. Be sure to bring your ID card and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting time and place. Visitors generally report that the atmosphere of the ancient city is core to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and that even with commercialization, it remains beautiful. Reminder: Strong UV rays and altitude sickness in snowy mountains—ask about the maintenance fees in advance. Based on actual conditions, Lijiang Ancient Town is at an altitude of about 2400 meters, with large day-night temperature differences. If it's higher, prevent altitude sickness and prepare oxygen; The live performance of 'Impression·Lijiang' is worth seeing, so it's recommended to book tickets in advance.

Today's theme is Xishuangbanna, avoiding peak crowds and staggering visits, in-depth tours along recommended routes; Enjoy local flavors nearby at noon, free time or guided tours in the afternoon, and stay at the hotel to rest in the evening.

Attraction introduction: One highlight of the itinerary is Xishuangbanna. Xishuangbanna is located at the southernmost tip of Yunnan and has a tropical monsoon climate. The Dai Ethnic Park, Wild Elephant Valley, and the CAS Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden are the core highlights. The Dai New Year Water Splashing Festival is the liveliest, warm year-round with lush vegetation, making it an excellent place to escape the cold and enjoy parent-child nature education. Among them, the CAS Tropical Botanical Garden, Wild Elephant Valley, and Manting Park are the most worth exploring.

Friendly reminder: There is a lot of walking along the route, so it's recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and bring a light jacket according to the weather; Be sure to bring your ID card and other valid documents, follow the guide throughout, and remember the meeting time and place. Visitors generally report that Dai ethnic customs and tropical plants are favored, and they say it's hot but fun; Reminder: The Water Splashing Festival is packed, so sun protection is essential all year round. Based on actual conditions, the Dai Ethnic Park Water Splashing Festival is the busiest, so remember to protect your phone and ID with water before participating; Strong tropical sunlight, sun protection and hydration are essential.

Today is free activity day; no fixed itinerary is planned; You can take a leisurely tour around Lijiang, sleep in until you wake naturally, choose food and neighborhoods according to your interests, or reshoot the camera spots you still wanted a few days ago.

Friendly reminder: On free time days, please carry your ID and hotel business card, remember the meeting time and place, try to travel in groups, and keep your phone accessible. Tourists generally report that the biggest fear during free time is sudden mistakes. Frequent travelers are advised to separate ID and cash and confirm meeting times and places with the tour guide in advance. Based on actual circumstances, the biggest fear in free time is sudden mistakes: keep your ID and cash separate and carry valuables with you; If you want authentic food, head to restaurants crowded with locals.

Today is free activity day; no fixed itinerary will be arranged; You can take a leisurely tour around Lijiang, sleep in until you wake naturally, choose local foods and neighborhoods according to your interests, or reshoot the camera spots you still wanted a few days ago.

Friendly reminder: On free time days, please carry your ID and hotel business card, remember the meeting time and place, try to travel in groups, and keep your phone accessible. Visitors generally say that the biggest fear of free time is getting caught in the last minute. Frequent travelers are advised to separate your ID and cash and confirm the meeting time and place with the guide in advance. Considering the actual situation, don't just lie flat on free activity days: confirm meeting times and places with the guide in advance, and sort out the scattered attractions you want to visit so you don't get stuck before leaving.

Today is free activity day, no fixed itinerary will be arranged; You can take a leisurely tour around Lijiang, sleep in until you wake naturally, choose food and neighborhoods based on your interests, or reshoot the plane spots you still wanted a few days ago.

Friendly reminder: On free time days, please carry your ID and hotel business card, remember the meeting time and place, try to travel in groups, and keep your phone accessible. Visitors generally report that the biggest fear of free time is getting caught up in the last minute. Frequent travelers are advised to keep their ID and cash separately and confirm the meeting time and place with the guide in advance. Based on actual circumstances, free time is best to "slow down": sleep until you naturally wake up, choose a local teahouse or café to daydream, and the relaxed feeling of travel often lies in that half-day leisure.

Today is free activity day, no fixed itinerary is planned; You can take a leisurely tour around Lijiang, sleep until you wake naturally, choose local food and neighborhoods based on your interests, or reshoot the plane spots you still wanted a few days ago.

Friendly reminder: On free time days, please carry your ID and hotel business card, remember the meeting time and place, try to travel in groups, and keep your phone accessible. Visitors generally report that the biggest fear of free time is getting caught in the last minute. Frequent travelers are advised to separate your ID and cash and confirm the meeting time and place with the guide in advance. Based on actual circumstances, if you want to take photos during free time, head toward early morning or dusk to avoid the midday crowds; Check bus and walking distances in advance to avoid wasting time stuck in traffic.

Today is free activity day; no fixed itinerary will be arranged; You can take a leisurely tour around Lijiang, sleep in until you wake up naturally, choose food and neighborhoods based on your interests, or reshoot the camera spots you still wanted a few days ago.

Friendly reminder: On free time days, please carry your ID and hotel business card, remember the meeting time and place, try to travel with a group, and keep your phone accessible. Tourists generally report that the biggest fear during free time is catching someone in a worst-minute way. Frequent travelers are advised to keep your ID and cash separate and confirm the meeting time and place with the guide in advance. Based on actual circumstances, the biggest fear in free time is catching someone at the last minute: keep your ID and cash separate, and carry valuables with you; If you want authentic food, go to restaurants crowded with locals.

Transfer to the station/airport per your departure, ending a pleasant journey.

Friendly tips: Pack the night before and keep ID, power bank and souvenirs together; allow extra time for the station/airport; bring your ID and stay with your guide, noting the meeting time and place. Traveler feedback — Return-day travelers remind: pack ID and souvenirs the night before; allow extra time. Practical note — Return-day tip: pack ID, power bank and souvenirs the night before; allow extra time—mountain roads are unpredictable.