Departing from Zhuhai | 5-Day Off-the-Beaten-Path Summer Escape in Yunnan

Just returned from Yunnan! This southeastern Yunnan route is perfect for summer vacation
2-hour direct flight from Zhuhai to Kunming, only 3k+ RMB per person
One-stop tour covering Fuxian Lake + Puzhehei + Mile
Less crowded, stunning scenery, and pleasantly cool – save this guide now!

✈️ Transportation Tips
3 daily direct flights from Zhuhai to Kunming
Recommended: Take the 8:00 AM morning flight
Renting a car upon arrival is most convenient

🏞️ 5-Day 4-Night Itinerary
DAY1: Zhuhai → Fuxian Lake
· Check in at Hilton Hotel - "Little Maldives of Yunnan"
· Evening lakeside boardwalk stroll for sunset views

DAY2: Fuxian Lake → Jianshui
· Morning lakeside water activities & seagull feeding
· Afternoon exploration of Jianshui Ancient Town & grilled tofu tasting

DAY3: Jianshui → Puzhehei
· Ride century-old narrow-gauge train through rice fields
· Hike Qinglong Mountain for lotus pond sunset

DAY4: Puzhehei → Mile
· Take ancient-style photos at "Eternal Love" filming location
· Artistic shots at Dongfengyun Red Brick Castle

DAY5: Mile → Return
· Morning photo session at MGallery Hotel garden

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations
1️⃣ Fuxian Lake Hilton: Tuscan-style castle
2️⃣ Puzhehei Muke Qianxun: 270° lake-view room
3️⃣ Mile MGallery: Art gallery-inspired design hotel
4️⃣ Jianshui He Courtyard: Traditional three-courtyard mansion experience

📸 Instagrammable Spots
- Fuxian Lake's "Blue Tears" beach
- Sunrise at Puzhehei's Qinglong Mountain
- Dongfengyun Wine Bottle Castle
- Jianshui narrow-gauge train

🍜 Must-Try Local Cuisine
Jianshui steamed pot chicken
Fuxian Lake copper pot fish
Mile braised chicken rice noodles
Puzhehei lotus flower banquet

💡 Practical Tips
1️⃣ Zhuhai ID holders get 20% off at some attractions
2️⃣ Bring sun-protective clothing + mosquito repellent
3️⃣ Puzhehei lotus flowers peak in July
4️⃣ SUV rental recommended for comfort

Daily driving time under 3 hours
Perfectly family-friendly itinerary
Much more comfortable than Dali or Lijiang!