Dali Erhai Lake

A must-do in Dali is to circle Erhai Lake! Save this lakeside tour guide – you can hit all the stunning photo spots in just one day, perfect for snapping Instagram-worthy shots~ 🚗 Itinerary Start from Dali Ancient Town and go clockwise: 📍 Panxi Village S-Bend: Arrive around 8 AM for fewer crowds. Rent a bike (¥10) for a relaxing ride along the shore 📍 Xizhou Ancient Town: Try freshly baked Xizhou baba (recommend "Yangji Posu Baba" on Fuxing Road) 📍 Shuanglang Ancient Town: Chill at a seaside café (try Forten Restaurant's rooftop terrace) 📍 Luwoshan Mountain: Instagram-famous cave and cliff photo spots (wear comfy shoes for the short hike) 📍 Xiaoputuo Island: Best for photos during seagull season in winter 📍 Haidong Highway: Breathtaking sunset views in the evening 📸 Photo tips: 1. Light-colored outfits work best – white dress + straw hat is classic 2. Strong UV at Erhai – reapply sunscreen often 3. S-Bend and Luwoshan get crowded – go early 📍 Food recommendations: - Fly to the Moon (Guangwu Road, Dali Ancient Town): Popular Western restaurant, amazing French crepes - Shuanglang Old Li's Baoshan Copper Pot Beef (Huanhai Road, Shuanglang): Incredible beef hotpot 🏨 Accommodation tips: For sunrise views: Caicun or Longkan Pier For convenience: Dali Ancient Town For sea views: Shuanglang or Haidong