3 Days 2 Nights Lijiang Travel Guide: Ancient Town Stroll & Snow Mountain Pilgrimage

DAY1️⃣: The Most Beautiful Ancient Town Slow Time 🌈 🔸Must-visit spots in Lijiang Ancient Town: 📍Sifang Street (ancient town center, Naxi ethnic square) 📍Mu Mansion (9:00-17:00, ticket 40 RMB) 📍Big Waterwheel (iconic Lijiang landmark📸) 🔸Put on ethnic-style clothing (rent a set for photos👗) 🔸Night tour of Bar Street: Sakura House, One Meter Sunshine... the folk music-filled night in Lijiang🎶 ❄️ DAY2️⃣: Sacred Snow Mountain Journey ❄️ 🔸Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (8:00-16:00, mountain entry fee 100 RMB) ★Be sure to bring an oxygen bottle! Altitude sickness is no joke😯 🔸Blue Moon Valley (ticket included in snow mountain entry): ★Stunning blue lake water + snow mountain backdrop, a true fairyland!💙 🔸"Impression Lijiang" show (2 shows daily, afternoon show recommended) 🌿 DAY3️⃣: Explore Nearby Hidden Gems 🌿 🔸Shuhe Ancient Town (open all day): ★Quieter than Dayan Ancient Town, perfect for daydreaming and artsy photos🍃 📍Tea Horse Road Museum is a must-see 🔸Lashi Lake Horse Riding (298 RMB/person): ★Experience the horse caravan culture of the Tea Horse Road🐎 🔸Recommended souvenirs: ★Jiahua freshly baked flower cakes (stores in Kunming city) ★Pu'er tea (recommended to buy from reputable tea shops) 🏡 Most Unique Places to Stay 🏡 ✔️Dayan Ancient Town: Hua Jiantang, Anyu Inn (Naxi style) ✔️Shuhe Ancient Town: Banyan Tree (lie down and watch the snow mountain🏔️) ✔️Remember to book rooms 2 weeks in advance during peak season! Or you’ll be crying😭 🍲 Lijiang on the Tip of Your Tongue 🍲 🌟Grandma’s Cured Spare Ribs (most authentic at the main store near South Gate of Ancient Town) 🌟Chicken Bean Jelly at Snack Shop No. 88 (5 RMB/serving) 🌟Heji Ham Shop near South Gate of Ancient Town (Naxi grilled fish specialty) 🌟Freshly baked flower cakes taste best! Look for Jiahua Bakery✨ ⚠️ Hard-Learned Tips ⚠️ ☑️Drink Rhodiola one week in advance! Oxygen bottle is a must❗️ ☑️Don’t slack on SPF50+ sunscreen (sunburn warning🚨) ☑️Ancient town stone pavements + high heels ≈ disaster ☑️Everything is expensive in peak season, avoid if possible ✨ The beauty of Lijiang needs to be savored slowly~ Here, even daydreaming is a kind of enjoyment💕 Guide Check-in Photos Map