Kunming→Dali→Lijiang→Shangri-La→Meili: The Only Itinerary You Need 雲南 一條片玩晒昆明大理麗江香格里拉梅里雪山
Yunnan: The Ultimate Journey – From Kunming’s Flower Markets to Sacred Meili Snow Mountain!
Join me on an epic, combined journey through the heart of Yunnan, China! This is the ultimate adventure, taking you from the eternal spring of Kunming to the wild, spiritual peaks of Meili Snow Mountain. We’ll wander through ancient towns, taste incredible local flavours, and immerse ourselves in cultures that feel a world away. From bustling markets to serene high-altitude lakes, this is Yunnan at its most breathtaking.
0:00 – Intro
0:52 – Kunming
13:10 – Dali
28:45 – Lijiang (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain)
32:18 – Lijiang Old Town
41:28 Tiger Leaping GOrge
46:00 – Shangri-La
56:39 – Meili Snow Mountain
📍 In This Episode:
🌷 Kunming – The Spring City
🍜 Yun Xiao Lou – Starting our journey by tasting the legendary Yunnan Cross-Bridge Noodles, full of ritual and flavour.
🏮 Kunming Old Street – Wandering through the charming, historic streets at the city’s heart.
💐 Dounan Flower Market – Getting lost in Asia’s largest fresh-cut flower market—a sea of colour!
🌿 Laoyuhe Wetland Park – A peaceful escape with stunning views over Dian Lake.
🏡 Arching Mansion – Stepping back in time at this elegant historical residence.
🌳 Green Lake Park – Enjoying the lively, picturesque heart of Kunming’s city life.
🌊 Haigeng Dam – Ending the day with a breathtaking sunset over Dian Lake.
🎭 Wenhua Lane – Exploring a trendy, artistic alley filled with character and charm.
🏔️ Dali – The Hidden Mountain Paradise
🌅 Erhai Lake – Chasing a magical sunset over one of China’s most beautiful alpine lakes.
🏯 Xizhou Ancient Town – Wandering the 1,000-year-old streets and watching traditional Bai tie-dye making.
⛩ Dali Ancient Town – Exploring at sunrise to experience its quiet magic without the crowds.
🏮 Lijiang – The Secret Mountain Gem
🏔️ Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – Taking on 5,596m peaks and battling slight altitude sickness for views that are totally worth it!
🏮 Lijiang Ancient Town – Getting lost in cobblestone alleys, under red lanterns, and soaking in 800-year-old Naxi culture.
🌿 Shuhe & Baisha Ancient Towns – Discovering a quieter, more local vibe beyond the main city.
🙏 Shangri-La – The Mystical Paradise
🛕 Songzanlin Monastery – Exploring the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan, the “Little Potala Palace.”
🏘️ Dukezong Ancient Town – Stepping back into a centuries-old Tibetan town with deep cultural roots.
🌊 Napahai Lake – Taking in the stunning scenery of a seasonal lake, home to grazing yaks, wild horses, and migratory birds.
🛞 The World’s Largest Prayer Wheel – Joining forces with others to spin this sacred, 21-meter-tall golden wheel!
🏔️ Meili Snow Mountain & Hidden Gems
🌄 Meili Snow Mountain – Witnessing the wild, spiritual, and unforgettable sunrise over the sacred peak of Kawagarbo.
🍷 Shangri-La Winery – Tasting bold, high-altitude wines at 3,000 meters—a surprising Tibetan tradition!
🍵 Pu’er Tea Tasting – Experiencing an authentic tea ceremony and learning why Yunnan’s fermented tea is prized worldwide.
Why Yunnan? It’s like nowhere else in China—slower, incredibly diverse, and packed with natural wonders. A perfect mix of Tibetan culture, minority traditions, and landscapes that feel completely untouched. If you love mountains, ancient towns, and epic adventures, this trip is for you!
📍 行程重點:
🍜 昆明 – 品嚐地道過橋米線，探索昆明老街，沉醉於斗南花市，欣賞滇池醉人日落！
🌅 大理 – 追逐洱海日落，漫步千年喜洲古鎮，清晨避開人潮感受古城魅力！
🏔️ 麗江 – 挑戰玉龍雪山，漫遊麗江與束河古鎮，感受納西族文化！
🙏 香格里拉 – 探索松贊林寺，漫遊獨克宗古城，轉動世界最大轉經筒！
🏔️ 梅里雪山 – 欣賞神聖的卡瓦格博峰日出，品嚐高原紅酒與正宗普洱！
✨ Hotels & Links ✨
🏨 Kunming: Sheraton Kunming – 昆明喜來登酒店
https://www.trip.com/t/MXFvkhOecU2
🏨 Dali: Puyue Lake-view Holiday Hotel – 大理双廊半岛璞月海景度假酒店
https://www.trip.com/t/CClmpObPIP2
🏨 Lijiang: Yiyun Tingju ·Lucerne· Aesthetic Courtyard – 逸雲庭居
https://www.trip.com/t/GgjaVeyJNP2
🏨 Lijiang: Jinmao Purelax, The Unbound Collection By HYATT – 麗江金茂隱逸酒店
https://www.trip.com/t/PhQnrC5KNP2
🏨 Shangri-La: Tang Xiang Jia Xiu Grand Hotel – 香格里拉唐香嘉秀大酒店
https://www.trip.com/t/4Cz1BiWlTP2
🏨 Meili: Once Upon a Time in Meili – 德欽飛來寺梅里往事酒店
https://www.trip.com/t/FqhdiGTiYP2
🚄 Book China Train Tickets Here:
https://www.trip.com/t/xqh4iAL8JQ2
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