Jade Green Stream · Plateau Water Town

Yunnan Yuxi — the ecological pearl of Central Yunnan. Explore China's second deepest freshwater lake, visit the former residence of people's musician Nie Er, trek through Ailao Mountain primeval secret realm, and feel the unique charm of Central Yunnan's ecological culture corridor.

212m
Fuxian Lake Depth
World Heritage
Chengjiang Fossil Site
3000 Years
Ancient Dian History
Hometown of Yunyan
Hongta Legend

Yuxi Five Days Four Nights Central Yunnan Deep Tour

Plateau Lake + Primeval Forest + Cultural Tracing, feel the charm of Central Yunnan ecological culture corridor

Duration
5 Days 4 Nights
Main Destinations
Fuxian Lake, Ailao Mountain, Hongta Mountain, Nie Er's Former Residence
Suitable For
Nature lovers, cultural explorers, photographers, families
Per Capita Budget
¥2000-¥3500
01
Plateau Pearl Exploration
Fuxian Lake Panorama
Highlights

Full day tour of Fuxian Lake, explore the fossil treasure house

Attractions
Fuxian Lake
China's second deepest freshwater lake, with Class I water quality standard, the lake water is crystal clear. Includes attractions such as Lucun Scenic Area, Gushan Island, and Sunshine Coast, offering water sports like sailing and diving.
Maotian Mountain Fossil Site
A World Natural Heritage site, the core area of the Cambrian Explosion, preserving 530-million-year-old ancient life fossils, known as the "World's Holy Land of Paleontology", includes a National Geological Museum.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hilton Lakeside Hotel
  • Fuxian Lake Homestay Cluster
  • Xiaowan Art Village Homestay
Experience Suggestions
  • Sunset sailing cruise
  • Underwater ancient city diving exploration
  • Copper pot fish banquet tasting
02
Primeval Forest Trekking
Ailao Mountain Secret Realm
Highlights

Full day trekking in Ailao Mountain, experience Huayao Dai customs

Attractions
Ailao Mountain National Nature Reserve
The area with the richest biodiversity at the same latitude on Earth, preserving a complete primeval forest ecosystem, with attractions such as Nan'en Waterfall, Shimen Gorge, and the Ancient Tea Horse Road.
Gasa Huayao Dai Town
The cultural center of the Huayao Dai people, preserving traditional earthen-walled house architecture. It features Phoenix Square and Flower Street, where folk activities such as the Water Splashing Festival and tattooing customs can be experienced.
Practical Information
Precautions
  • Prepare trekking poles for forest hiking
  • Respect Dai living customs
  • Protect wild animals and plants
Special Experiences
  • Horse riding on the Tea Horse Road
  • Huayao Dai costume experience
  • Dai-style barbecue dinner banquet
03
Xingyun Lake Cultural Tour
Jiangchuan Ancient Dian Tracing
Highlights

Visit Ancient Dian Kingdom in the morning, experience bronze culture in the afternoon

Attractions
Lijiashan Bronze Museum
An important bronze culture site in China, displaying Ancient Dian Kingdom bronze artifacts from the Warring States Period to the Western Han Dynasty. The Ox and Tiger Bronze Table is the treasure of the museum, revealing the mysterious Ancient Dian civilization.
Xingyun Lake - Fuxian Lake Separating River
A world wonder where "two lakes meet but fish do not cross". The big-head fish from Xingyun Lake and the Kanglang fish from Fuxian Lake part ways at the Boundary Fish Stone, forming a unique biological and geographical phenomenon.
Practical Information
Cultural Tips
  • No flash photography in the museum
  • Do not touch bronze artifacts
  • Respect scientific research sites
Food Recommendations
  • Copper pot fish
  • Salted fish
  • Dried Kanglang fish
04
Hongta Memory Journey
Urban Industrial Culture
Highlights

Climb Hongta Mountain in the morning, trace Nie Er's footsteps in the afternoon

Attractions
Hongta Mountain
Yuxi city landmark, named after Hongta Group, featuring Tobacco Museum, ecological park and viewing platform. Overlook the panoramic view of Yuxi and learn about Yunnan tobacco development history.
Nie Er's Former Residence
A National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, the birthplace of people's musician Nie Er. It displays his life story and creative manuscripts, including the creation process of "March of the Volunteers".
Practical Information
Experience Suggestions
  • Tobacco making workshop visit
  • National anthem creation VR experience
  • Hongta Mountain night view photography
Precautions
  • Maintain silence in the former residence
  • No indoor smoking
  • Protect historical buildings
05
Central Yunnan Cultural Tour
Tonghai & Eshan Folk Customs
Highlights

Climb Xiushan ancient temple in the morning, return trip in the afternoon

Attractions
Tonghai Xiushan
A famous historical and cultural mountain in China, praised as "The Most Beautiful in South Yunnan", preserving ancient architectural complexes from Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, including Jade Emperor Pavilion and Puguang Temple.
Xingmeng Mongolian Township
The only Mongolian settlement in Yunnan, preserving the fusion of northern nomadic culture and southern farming culture, with folk experiences such as grassland music, horse riding and archery.
Practical Information
Return Suggestions
  • Reserve 3 hours to return to the airport
  • Buy Tonghai bean candy
  • Eshan Yi embroidery souvenirs
Special Experiences
  • Ancient temple couplet appreciation
  • Mongolian song and dance performance
  • Taiji Academy tea ceremony

Yuxi City Must-Try Foods

Copper Pot Fish

Fuxian Lake specialty, using Kanglang fish with secret seasonings, cooked in a copper pot to preserve the original flavor. The meat is fresh and tender, and the soup is milky white, known as the "First Delicacy of Central Yunnan".

Tonghai Bean Candy

Yunnan time-honored pastry, roasted soybeans ground into powder and wrapped around malt sugar, layered like book pages, crispy and sweet. With a 300-year history, it has obtained National Geographical Indication protection.

Gasa Soup Pot

Huayao Dai specialty, yellow beef simmered for 8 hours with over 20 spices including mint and lemongrass. The soup is fresh and the meat is tender, selected as Yunnan Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Yuxi City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • March-May: Ailao Mountain azalea flowering season
  • June-August: Fuxian Lake summer retreat season
  • September-November: Red River Valley fruit harvest season
  • December-February: Hot spring wellness season
Photography Guide
  • Shoot Gushan Island silhouette before sunrise at Fuxian Lake
  • Bring telephoto lens for sea of clouds at Ailao Mountain
  • Photograph fishing boats at dusk on Xingyun Lake
  • Use tripod for Hongta Mountain night view
Ecological Tips
  • No detergents allowed in Fuxian Lake
  • Do not collect specimens from fossil sites
  • Protect rare plants in Ailao Mountain
  • Bring your own trash bags
Transportation Guide
  • Kunming to Yuxi high-speed rail, 30 minutes
  • Fuxian Lake sightseeing bus around the lake
  • Off-road vehicle required for Ailao Mountain
  • Airport is 15km from city center
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