Dali Seaside One-Day Tour Guide

Dali Ideal Village is located on Hailong East Road in Haidong Town on the east bank of Erhai Lake. It is a creative resort community that organically combines Mediterranean architectural aesthetics with the scenery of Cang and Erhai.
Basic Information: Open all day, free entry, some viewing platforms require a purchase for entry. Starting from Dali Ancient Town, it takes about 40 minutes by self-driving or chartered car, taxi fare is about 80-120 RMB, and you can also take the Erhai Lake loop bus. Parking fees inside the scenic area are 10-20 RMB per time, and parking spaces are tight during peak season.
Must-Visit Spots: There are pure white staircases, arches, churches, and other white buildings. The best times for photography are 9-11 AM and 4-7 PM; some public areas in the cliff hotel zone allow free photography; the rooftop garden is a great place to overlook the entire Erhai Lake, entry requires a purchase, about 50 RMB per person; the Ideal Village Church is a small white church and a popular spot for wedding photos.
Accommodation Recommendations: High-end hotels include Songyun Cliff Hotel and Boji Seaview Resort Hotel; cost-effective options include Dali Ideal Village Homestay and Haidongfang Villa Area Homestay.
Food Recommendations: There is a Western restaurant inside Ideal Village with an average cost of 150-200 RMB per person, and the "Sky Mirror" café is also recommended; local restaurants in Haidong Town nearby cost about 50-80 RMB per person, and you can also drive 20 minutes to Shuanglang Ancient Town to enjoy local cuisine.
Nearby Activities: You can visit the Rainbow Road in Wenbi Village and feed seagulls at Xiaoputuo along the way, and also include Dali Ancient Town and Wase Wharf in your one-day tour itinerary.

Post by DERRICK BULLOCK | Sep 7, 2025