Xizhou Town(喜洲镇) belongs to Dali City of Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province, located in the north of Dali City. Xizhou Ancient Town is located 18 kilometers north of Dali ancient town, Cangshan mountain in the west and Erhai Lake in the east. There are a large number of Bai folk residence, it is also the birthplace of famous Xizhou Baba. Wandering through the ancient town, looking at the old man in Bai costume, the small shops selling Baba(Baba is Yunnan dialect, meaning the food like a round flat cake and pancake), the Bai folk house and so on, are all full of strong Bai customs and amorous feelings.
Xizhou is not far from Dali Ancient Town. With a distance of about 18 kilometers, if you stay in Dali old town and have leisure time, you can walk or ride a bike to Xizhou ancient town, enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way. Surely, other vehicles are also available.
You don’t have to go to bus station. You can beckon a passing midibus on the roadside of Xiaguan or Dali Old Town. It takes about 5-8 yuan. About detail information, please ask the driver.
There is minibus from Dali old town to Xizhou, costing 7 yuan. The point of departure is Cangshan Gate(苍山门), located at No.5, Yuer Road(玉洱路), Dali Ancient Town, Dali City.
There are many taxis in Dali City. Departing from Dali Ancient Town, the taxi fare is about 50 yuan, and the journey is about 30 minutes. Obviously, taking taxi is convenient and flexible, but expensive.
Like taxi, chartered bus is easily available around Dali Ancient Town and scenic spots.
Tips:
1. It takes 1 hour from Xiaguan to Xizhou. You can go back and forth that day or spend the night in Xizhou and attend local evening party. Then, visit the nearby butterfly spring and other attractions on the following day.
2. Tours Including Xizhou: 1 Day Dali Highlights Tour
1 Day Dali City Highlights Group Tour
2 Days Dali City Tour from Kunming by Speed Train
3. If you plan to travel in Dali, we can arrange a tour for you including tour guide and driver. Please contact us, Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
Chuxiong City(楚雄市) is the capital of Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture and the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture. Chuxiong City is located in the middle of Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, it connects Kunming in the east, Dali in the west and Pu’er in the south, 152 kilometers away from Kunming, 179 kilometers from Dali. National Highway No.320, National Highway No.108, Hangrui Expressway G56 as well as GuangDa(Guangtong广通-Dali) Railway run through Chuxiong City.
Although there is no airport in Chuxiong City, transportation between Dali City and Chuxiong City is extremely convenient. You can take long-distance bus or train from Dali City to Chuxiong City.
With a distance of about 180 kilometers, tourists can go from Dali City to Chuxiong City by long-distance bus. There are few long-distance buses departing from Dali Express Bus Station, 4 daily buses at most.
a. Dali Express Bus Station大理快速汽车客运站
Address: No.1, Huancheng South Road, Dali City, Dali大理白族自治州大理市环城南路1号
Tel: 0872-2128922
b. Dali Bus Station大理汽车客运站
Address: No.372, Weishan Road, Dali City, Dali Prefecture大理白族自治州大理市巍山路372号
c. Chuxiong Bus Station楚雄客运站
Address: Fengsheng Road, Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Prefecture楚雄彝族自治州楚雄市丰胜路
Dali City-Chuxiong City Bus Timetable
Departs | Departure Station | Duration | Price |
7:00-18:40 | Dali Bus Station(Yutong) | 2h30m | 54 CNY |
6:40-18:40(every 20 minutes) | Dali Bus Station(ordinary seat) | 2h30m | 32 CNY |
9:20, 14:20 | Dali Bus Station(Daewoo) | 2h30m | 50 CNY |
9:40 | Dali Express Bus Station(Seat) | 2h30m | 75 CNY |
9:30, 11:20, 12:00 | Dali Express Bus Station(Seat) | 2h30m | 72 CNY |
Tips: The price and time are for reference only, specific with actual condition. More prices and departure time, you can ask for details at bus terminals. Results obtained from online are not sufficiently detailed and comprehensive.
The railways passing through Chuxiong City include Guangda Railway(Guangtong-Chuxiong-Dali), Darui Railway(Dali-Baoshan-Ruili瑞丽, under construction) and Lixiang Railway(Lijiang-Shangri-la, under construction). There are two main railway stations in Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Railway Station and Chuxiong South Railway Station. But the transportation between Dali City and Chuxiong City mainly involves Dali Railway Station and Chuxiong Railway Station.
a. Dali Railway Station大理站
Address: No.261, Weishan Road, Dali City, Dali Prefecture大理白族自治州大理市巍山路261号
b. Chuxiong Railway Station楚雄站
Address: Cheping Highway, Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Prefecture楚雄彝族自治州楚雄市车坪公路
Tel: 0878-6138212
Dali Railway Station-Chuxiong Railway Station Train Timetable
Train Numbers | Departs | Duration | Price |
D8658 | 07:54 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3968 | 08:24 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8662 | 08:53 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3954 | 9:42 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3844 | 10:00 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8666 | 10:36 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3852 | 11:12 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3932 | 11:40 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3856 | 11:55 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D3940 | 12:12 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8670 | 12:48 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8674 | 13:05 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8682 | 13:56 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8686 | 14:48 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D4122 | 15:30 | 1h6m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8690 | 15:50 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8704 | 18:15 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8716 | 19:06 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8720 | 19:15 | 1h7m | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8732 | 20:06 | 1h | First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY |
D8740 | 20:35 | 1h | First Class: 86 CNY/Second Class: 56 CNY |
Chuxiong City is well-known for its Yi culture and Chuxiong Museum. The torch festival in Chuxiong city is lively and extraordinary.
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Yuanyang County is located in Honghe Hani-Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southern part of Yunnan Province, which is about 205 kilometers away from the provincial capital City – Kunming. Yuanyang is famous for the appealing natural and agricultural splendors – rice terraces around the villages in the mountains further up from Xinjie. Below we introduce you some information about how to get to Yuanyang from Kunming.
At present, there is no airport and flights serving in Yuanyang County. Yuanyang airport is under construction and scheduled to be completed by 2019. By then, flying from Kunming to Yuanyang only needs 1 hour.
There is also no trains connecting Kunming and Yuanyang. Tourists can take train to Jianshui or Mengzi and then transfer to Jianshui by bus. There are about 2 daily trains from Kunming Railway Station to Jianshui Railway Station, a three-hour journey with one departing at 12:30 and another at 16:08. From Kunming to Mengzi by train will cost about 4 hours and 4 trains are available for your choice(departure at 07:45, 11:02, 12:30, 15:41).
Kunming-Yuanyang
Long-distance bus is the main way getting to Yuanyang from Kunming. There are two bus stations serving in Yuanyang, namely Nansha Bus Station and Xinjie Bus Station. And from Kunming to Yuanyang County , it takes 6-7 hours.
Currently three direct buses from Kunming South Bus Station(or Kunming Nanbu Bus Station) to Yuanyang Xinjie Bus Station everyday. The first one departs from Kunming South Bus Station at about 10:20, and the next shifts are 12:30, 18:00.
Kunming-Gejiu-Yuanyang
Tourists can catch a bus departing from Kunming East Bus Station between 7:30 am – 7:00 pm to Gejiu, which takes about 4-5 hours (300km). Then take another 3-hour bus from Gejiu to Yuanyang County.
Kunming-Jianshui-Yuanyang
At Kunming South Bus Station, tourists can take 4-hour long-distance bus from Kunming to Jianshui first. Buses leave every half hour between 7:30 to 16:30, then 17:10, 17:55. Jianshui is a popular tourist destination of Yunnan due to its profound culture. Then take another 3-hour bus to Yuanyang County.
Kunming-Mengzi-Yuanyang
At Kunming East Station, there are about 10 buses running from Kunming to Mengzi. Then take another 3-hour coach to Yuanyang County.
1. The timetable is only for reference. Contact our travel consultant for the latest information of transportation between Kunming and Yuanyang.
2. Yuanyang Xinjie Town is much closer to Hani Rice Terraces.
3. Due to the long-distance between Kunming and Yuanyang, Jianshui is a good stop for sightseeing.
How to Get to Lufeng County from Chuxiong City (Lucheng Town)
This article introduces the transportaton between Lvchun and Yuanyang County. Lvchun County(绿春县) is under the jurisdiction of Honghe Prefecture. Its original name is Liucun(六村). In 1958, when the county was founded, Zhou Enlai(周恩来) named it Lvchun according to the feature green mountain and clear water, four seasons like spring.
There are two ways to get to Lvchun County from Yuanyang County which are by bus or private car rental.
There are about 12 buses departing from Yuanyang Xinjie Bus Station(元阳新街客运站) to Lvchun, and the schedule is listed as follow:
Bus Schedules
Departure | Duration |
07:30, 09:50, 10:40, 11:20, 12:00, 12:30 | 2h |
12:50, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 18:30 | 2h |
The buses which depart from Lvchun County to Yuanyang County are only two. They depart from Lvchun Bus Station to Yuanyang, and the schedule is listed as follow:
Departure | Duration |
12:30, 13:30 | 2h |
Yuanyang Xinjie Bus Station
Add: Xinjie Town, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Lvchun Bus Station
Add: Lvchun County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
If you want to get there by self-driving, it is a better way to choose private car rental. The whole distance is about 97km and it takes about 2hours to get there. If you need to book please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
Yuanyang County (元阳县) (Xinjie Town (新街镇)) → Yuanyang-Luchun Secondary Highway (元绿二级公路, S214) → Luchun County (绿春县) → National Highway G219 (G219国道) → Jinping County (金平县)
Departure Station | Departure Time | Fare | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 07:30 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 09:50 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 10:40 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 11:20 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 12:00 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 12:30 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 12:50 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 13:30 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 14:00 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 15:00 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 16:00 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 18:30 | ¥45 | Daily departure |
Departure Station | Departure Time | Fare | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Luchun Bus Station (绿春客运站) | 08:20 | ¥60 | Direct to Jinping |
Luchun Bus Station (绿春客运站) | 13:00 | ¥60 | Stops at Pinghe Township (平河乡) and Dashuigou (大水沟) |
Schedule Changes: Bus schedules may change. It’s recommended to confirm by phone before departure:
Transfer Coordination: For example, taking the 07:30 bus from Yuanyang allows for a connection to the 13:00 bus from Luchun.
Alternative Options: If you miss a bus, consider staying overnight in Luchun or sharing a ride (approximately ¥100 per person).
Holiday Services: Additional buses may operate during festivals such as the Water Splashing Festival and National Day.raowai.com
Chartered Services: Local drivers in Yuanyang County can be hired for approximately ¥400–600. Prices are negotiable and suitable for group travel.
Scenic Spots Along the Way:
For real-time road conditions or specific bus schedules, please consult the local bus stations:
This article introduces the transportation between Jianshui County and Yuanyang County. Jianshui is called Lin’an in ancient times. There are well-preserved and magnificent Confucian temples, as well as a large number of ancient buildings such as Chaoyang Tower(朝阳楼), Shuanglong Bridge(双龙桥) and Zhujia Garden(朱家花园), which can be called Museum of Ancient Architecture.
There are many buses departing from Yuanyang Nansha Bus Station(元阳南沙客运站) to Jianshui County, and the schedule is listed as follow:
Bus Schedules
Departure | Duration | Tickets Price |
07:20 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
08:10 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
08:48 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
08:58 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
09:32 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
10:05 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
10:22 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
10:40 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
11:14 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
12:58 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
13:28 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
14:06 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
14:26 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
15:06 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
15:46 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
16:43 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
18:40 | 3h30mins | CNY31 |
Yuanyang Nansha Bus Station
Add: No.121 Renming Road, Yuanyang County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Jianshui Bus Station
Add: Jianshui County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
There are a lot of buses running from Jianshui Bus Station (建水客运站) to Yuanyang. They are running from 7:15a.m. to 6:40p.m. They do not have fixed time of departure. They departs after they are full.
If you want to get there by self-driving, it is a better way to choose private car rental. If you need to book please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
There is an interesting way to get to Jianshui from Yuanyang that is riding. In recent years, riding tourism has become more and more popular. If you want to try, the bicycle tour between Jianshui and Yuanyang is a good choice. The whole distance is about 77km with 5 to 6 hours journey. If you need any service please contact us. Email: contact@YunnanExploration.com; Tel: +86-871-63511469.
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Being around 300 kilometers from Kunming(昆明), the County of Hong’he(红河县) covers an area of 2,057 square kilometers, with a total population of 296,500 in 2010. The county borders on Yuan’yang County(元阳县) in the east, Lv’chun County(绿春县) in the west, Shi’ping County(石屏县) in the north (across Hong’he River), Mo’jiang County(墨江县) in the west, and Yuan’jiang County(元江县) in the northwest. Hong’he County’s administrative headquarter is located in Yi’sa Town(迤萨镇), with minorities like Ha’ni, Yi, Dai, Yao and such reside in. These minorities makes up 94% of total population, which, Ha’ni takes 75%. Local specialties include Kudzuvine Root Powder, Little Mango and such.
Everyday, there will be about 4 coaches departing from Kunming South Coach Terminal(昆明南部汽车客运站) at 09:30, 12:25, 14:30, 18:00, and the ticket price is around 109 CNY. (The journey is about 5 hrs)
Address of Kunming South Coach Terminal:
No.7, Shang’bo Street, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
Everyday, there will be about 4 trains departing from Kunming Railway Station(昆明火车站) at 07:45, 11:02, 12:30, 15:41, and the ticket price is 29.5 CNY for Hard Seat, 46.5 CNY for Soft Seat. (The journey is around 2 hr 47 mins to 3 hr 4 mins)
Address of Kunming Railway Station:
No.1 Beijing Road, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
Traveling from Yuanyang County (元阳县) to Honghe County (红河县) offers two main options: self-driving or chartering a vehicle, and public transportation via scheduled buses. Below are detailed routes and practical information for each method.
Yuanyang (新街镇) → Yuanhong Road (元红公路, X102) → Honghe County (迤萨镇)
Departure Station | Departure Time | Fare | Duration | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 08:00 | ¥35 | 2.5 hrs | Daily direct service to Honghe County |
Yuanyang Bus Station (元阳客运站) | 13:30 | ¥35 | 2.5 hrs | Stops at Jiayin Town (甲寅镇) en route |
Please Note:
Chartered Vehicle Cost: Approximately ¥300–400 per vehicle (negotiable; suitable for groups of 3–4 people)
Scenic Highlights Along the Route:
Accommodation in Honghe County: Recommended hotels in Yisa Town (迤萨镇) include Honghe County Hotel (红河县宾馆) and Yunti Hotel (云梯酒店).
Health and Safety: Before traveling, check the latest health and safety requirements, such as health codes or nucleic acid test results.
Bus Station Information:
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