Daju Town (大具乡) is located in the northern part of Yulong County (玉龙县), close to Yulong Snow Mountain (玉龙雪山). Due to its remote location, public transportation options require traveling to Lijiang (丽江) or Yulong County (玉龙县) first, before transferring to local transportation to reach Daju Town. Here are the main ways to get there.
Main Transportation Options
From Kunming (昆明) to Lijiang (丽江)
To get to Lijiang (丽江), there are several options:
High-Speed Train (高铁)
Flight (飞机)
Long-Distance Bus (长途汽车)
From Lijiang (丽江) to Daju Town (大具乡)
Once in Lijiang (丽江), you have the following options to reach Daju Town (大具乡):
Private Car/Taxi (包车/打车)
Public Transportation (公共交通)
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You can take a bus or taxi to Lijiang Bus Station (丽江客运站), and then transfer to a bus heading to Daju Town (大具乡). However, bus departures are infrequent, so it’s important to check the schedule in advance.
Practical Tips
Travel Planning
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If you have sufficient time, it is recommended to spend 1 day in Lijiang (丽江), where you can explore the Old Town (古城) and Yulong Snow Mountain (玉龙雪山), before heading to Daju Town (大具乡).
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Note: As Daju Town (大具乡) is in a more remote area, public transportation may not be very convenient. It’s advisable to arrange your transportation in advance, either through local accommodation or by hiring a car.
Alternative Option: Self-Driving
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If you prefer to drive, you can take G56 Hangrui Expressway (杭瑞高速, G56) from Kunming (昆明) to Lijiang (丽江), and then use a GPS to navigate to Daju Town (大具乡). The total distance is approximately 500 kilometers, and the drive will take around 6-7 hours.