Title: How to travel to Yunnan by yourself - 10 days of popular travel guide
Yunnan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China. Among the hotly discussed travel topics on the Internet recently, Yunnan’s independent travel guide, niche attractions and food recommendations occupy an important position. The following is a Yunnan travel guide compiled based on hot topics in the past 10 days to help you plan a perfect independent trip.
1. Recommended popular attractions in Yunnan (search popularity ranking in the past 10 days)

| Ranking | Attraction name | heat index | Reasons for recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lijiang Old Town | 98.5 | Antique, rich bar atmosphere at night |
| 2 | Dali Erhai Lake | 95.2 | Cycling around the lake, a place for internet celebrities to take photos and check in |
| 3 | Shangri-La | 89.7 | Plateau scenery, Tibetan cultural experience |
| 4 | Xishuangbanna | 87.3 | Tropical rainforest, Dai customs |
| 5 | Jade Dragon Snow Mountain | 85.6 | Snow mountain landscape, Blue Moon Valley is stunning |
2. Suggestions for independent travel in Yunnan
According to the popular routes shared by netizens in the past 10 days, the following is a classic 7-day free travel arrangement:
| days | itinerary | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day1 | Kunming-Stone Forest | Wonders of karst landforms |
| Day2 | Kunming-Dali | Sunset over Erhai Lake and stroll through the ancient city |
| Day3 | Dali-Lijiang | Shuanglang Ancient Town, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain |
| Day4 | Lijiang | Shuhe Ancient Town, Heilongtan Park |
| Day5 | Lijiang-Shangri-La | Songzanlin Temple, Pudacuo National Park |
| Day6 | Shangri-La | Napa Sea, ancient city of Dukezong |
| Day7 | return trip | Adjust according to time |
3. Recommendations for must-eat delicacies in Yunnan
The list of the most popular Yunnan delicacies on social platforms recently is as follows:
| Food name | Recommended places | average price |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Bridge Rice Noodles | Kunming Jianxin Garden | 25-50 yuan |
| Steam Pot Chicken | Dali ancient city | 68-128 yuan |
| Wild Mushroom Hotpot | Lijiang | 150-300 yuan |
| Dai BBQ | Xishuangbanna | 30-80 yuan |
| flower cake | All over the province | 2-5 yuan/piece |
4. Practical tips for traveling in Yunnan
1.Best time to travel: Recently (September-October) is the golden season for tourism in Yunnan. The weather is cool and it avoids the rainy season and peak season crowds.
2.Transportation advice: You can choose high-speed rail (Kunming-Dali-Lijiang) or airplane (Kunming-Xishuangbanna) between cities in Yunnan. It is recommended to charter a car or take a day trip in the scenic area.
3.Accommodation recommendations: Recently popular B&Bs are mainly concentrated around Lijiang Ancient Town and Dali’s Erhai Lake. It is recommended to book 1-2 weeks in advance.
4.Things to note: In plateau areas (such as Shangri-La), you need to pay attention to sun protection and anti-hyperreflection; when buying specialties, pay attention to the authenticity.
5. Recent popular activities
According to social media data, the following activities have been the most discussed in the past 10 days:
| Activity name | location | time |
|---|---|---|
| Lijiang Old Town Folk Music Festival | Lijiang | Every Friday night in October |
| Dali Erhai Sunrise Photography Competition | Dali | From now until the end of October |
| Xishuangbanna Water Splashing Festival | Xishuangbanna | October 1-7 |
Yunnan is a charming tourist destination, with both natural scenery and cultural landscapes making people forget to leave. I hope this guide combined with recent hot topics can help you plan an unforgettable free trip to Yunnan!
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