Travel 4 Days in Pu'er: Best Vacation Spots in Pu'er

Day 1 | Morning

Ancient Tea-Horse Road

Opening Hours: 8:00-16:30

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 213 National Rd, Ninger Hanizuyizuzizhixian, Puer Shi, Yunnan Sheng, ChinaPojiao Village, Simao District, Pu'er 665000, China

The Ancient Tea Horse Road was an important trade route in ancient China. Located in Pu'er City's Ninglang County, it has profound historical and cultural heritage. Visitors can take the opportunity to go horseback riding to experience the way in which ancient people traveled, as well as other ancient customs of the Road and of Pu'er. The Ancient Tea-Horse Road had its origins from the tea-and-horse trade which took place between the ancient southwestern and northwestern frontiers. It flourished in the Tang and Song Dynasties and was particularly prosperous immediately after World War II. The Road was divided into two trails: Sichuan-Tibet and Jinghong-Tibet.

Reviews from Real Guests:

TheTravelShow: The ancient town at Tea Horse Road is relatively easy to get to by taxi or private car, as Pu'er is a small place and this is easy to find. Arriving here, we took a nice stroll along the canal and through the scenic old town area, stopping for iced coffee and lunch also. Prices are not expensive here, even though this is considered a tourist site. The buildings were great to look at, as well as the old ancient walls that are built around the old town. We came just before Chinese New Year, therefore the place wasn't that busy, especially in the afternoon we visited. If you are in Pu'er, then it's definitely a place to visit along with the tea museum and seeing a plantation. You should go to the tea museum first and learn about the history of this place before visiting, as it enables you to appreciate the historical perspective of this place. 🍵👘😋

LynnMaeyoga: absolutely beautiful and stunning !

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Ancient Tea-Horse Road, don’t forget pay a visit to China Pu’er Tea Museum.

China Pu’er Tea Museum

Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30

Ticket Price: 50 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3.0-4.0 Hours

Location: Yixiangzhen, Simao, Pu'er, Yunnan, China

China Pu’er Tea Museum was designed as an eco-friendly tea farm. The whole scenic area shows every aspect of Pu’er Tea—its origin, development, planting and production, ethnic origin, processing and packaging, history and culture, collection and marketing, as well as cooking and tasting. The core of the scenic area is composed of nine parts: the Pu’er Tea Museum, villages, roasting room, pu’er tea production room, the Ancestral Hall of Tea, tasting garden, tea picking area, teahouse and leisure room. Travelers can enjoy the fun of looking through and picking out tea, making tea, drinking tea, tasting tea, competitive tea tasting, tea worship and tea shopping.

Reviews from Real Guests:

TheTravelShow: Obviously, Pu'er is known for its famous tea and the tea-growing areas around it. Therefore, any visit to the city wouldn't be complete without a stop here at the Pu'er Tea Museum. We wanted to learn more about this important commodity, so this museum provided us with the answers. We learned about the various local ethnic groups and their relationships with tea, the history of the local area and the Tea Horse Road and also about the process of making the teas. We went here in the morning and admission was free. The staff were also very nice and polite. Getting here is easy by taxi or private car, although it was basically next to our hotel anyway. It's definitely best to come here and learn about the history before visiting a plantation or the Tea Horse Road, as it definitely adds a perspective on everything and enbables you to better understand everything. A good little gem to visit! 🍵🍵🍵

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Red Panda Manor Pu’re is the best places.

Red Panda Manor Pu’re

The Red Panda Manor Pu’re is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Red Panda Manor Pu’re offers a pleasant stay in Pu'er for those traveling for business or leisure.

Pu'er Simao Airport is the closest major transportation option, approximately 37km away. The nearest airport is Pu'er Simao Airport, approximately 37km from the hotel. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Pu'er National Park, Xiniu (Rhino) Plains Scenic Area, Laiyang River National Forest Park and Yingpanshan Ten Thousand Mu Tea Garden Tourism Resort.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Pu'er hotel provides parking on site.

If you are looking for a convenient place to stay, our guests have told us that this location is excellent. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 2 | Morning

Pu'er National Park, Xiniu (Rhino) Plains Scenic Area

Ticket Price: 150 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: Simao, Pu'er, Yunnan, China

The Xiniu Plains Scenic Area of Pu'er National Park is located in the north-central part of Pu'er National Park. Located in the transition zone between tropical and subtropical regions, the climate is controlled by Indian Ocean monsoons. The southern subtropical climate has clear characteristics of dry and wet seasons distinct throughout the year and lead to a pleasant climate. The Xiniu Plains Scenic Area in Pu'er National Park focuses on Yunnan's rich animal resources. Visitors can come into close contact with a variety of wild animals and plants in a way that fully immerses modern people into nature, satisfying any desire to commune with it.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Sabrina.Anna.MM: loved loved this place. all the animals. clearly treated well as they were not concerned about us at all

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Pu'er National Park, Xiniu (Rhino) Plains Scenic Area, don’t forget pay a visit to Menglian Shwedagon Pagoda.

Menglian Shwedagon Pagoda

Ticket Price: 3 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Menglian, Pu'er, Yunnan, China

Menglian Shwedagon Pagoda is located on the Nanlei River in Menglian County, Pu'er City. It consists of 8 small towers surrounded by a main tower. The main tower is 31.68 meters high. Each tower is hung with wind chimes. The light and crisp clanging sound makes people feel a different kind of Buddhist rhyme. The Shwedagon Pagoda and the Menglian Xuanfu Secretary's Office are far from each other, which is a symbol of the unity and progress of the Menglian ethnic groups. According to rumors, the origin of Menglian Jinta is closely related to the Menglian Propaganda Department. Menglian Xuanfu Department Office, called "Hehan" in Dai language, is the Golden Temple. A long time ago, it was felt that there should be a tower that complements the Golden Temple, and this tower was built here in 1997. After the completion of the Golden Pagoda, and the "Golden Palace", it will complement each other. Among the annexed buildings of Menglian Shwedagon Pagoda, there are four square pavilions surrounding the base of the pagoda. "Fang Pavilion" is called "luxury ohla" in Dai language, which means "the pavilion that guides the way", which is a guide for people. The four square pavilions are placed in different directions from east, west, north and south.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Tailanna Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Tailanna Hotel

Opened in 2021, the Tailanna Hotel is a great accommodation choice in Menglian.

The hotel is located approximately 34km from Lancang Jingmai Airport. Traveling to and from the airport is easy with Lancang Jingmai Airport located approximately 34km away. There's plenty to do nearby, with Menglian Zongfosi, Menglian Theater and Shangcheng Buddhist Temple all within a short distance.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Menglian hotel offers parking on site.

When it comes to Menglian hotels, the Tailanna Hotel is highly regarded for its excellent facilities.

Day 3 | Morning

Mengwo Buddhist Temple Twin Pagoda

Ticket Price: 10 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Dazhai, Weiyuan Town, Jinggu County, Pu'er CityDazhai, Weiyuan Town, Jinggu County, Pu'er City

The Twin Pagodas of the Monk Reclining Buddha Temple are located in Dazhai, Weiyuan Town, Jinggu County, Pu'er City. The twin pagodas of the Meng Reclining Buddha Temple in Jinggu Dai and Yi Autonomous County are called "Mehewo Guangmeng" (that is, the tree-wrapped tower) and "Guangmenghewomei" (that is, the tower-wrapped tree), commonly known as the tree-wrapped tower and the tower-wrapped tree. The twin towers are on both sides of the main hall, side by side from north to south. The tree-packed pagoda is 6-storey and 10.74 meters high. The pagoda tree is 7.2 meters high and the upper part is arc-shaped. The pagoda has been replaced by a big tree. There are relief stories of Dai Buddhist scriptures and folklore on the twin towers.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Ximengwa Buluo Lvyou Qumu Yijishengu Sceneic Area nearby is the top choice before you leave Mengwo Buddhist Temple Twin Pagoda and hit the road.

Ximengwa Buluo Lvyou Qumu Yijishengu Sceneic Area

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 20 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: No.1 Luka Road, Ximeng Dong Autonomous County, Pu'er City

Muyiji Sacred Valley is a primitive religious gathering place of nature worship, god worship and ancestor worship. The Wa people believe that all things are created by the great ghost "Muyiji". Plants and animals endow them with different functions, such as pulling wooden drums, making ghosts, offering human heads, and plagiarizing oxen to worship Muyiji. If it is provoked, the crops will fail, and the stockade will be washed away by the flood. People sing and dance to praise and praise it. The main landscapes include "banyan tree", "Muyiji statue", "rock painting", "human head pile", "shentan" and other historical and cultural landscapes. Muyiji Scenic Spot is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with a quiet environment. The clear spring water flows out from the depths of the ancient dense forest and walks through the original ecological forests and bushes, creating extremely high negative oxygen ions in the scenic area. A good place for leisure and wellness.

Day 3 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Ximeng Xikang Wellness & Resorts is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Ximeng Xikang Wellness & Resorts

The Ximeng Xikang Wellness & Resorts was recently opened in 2019, making it a fantastic choice for those staying in Ximeng.

In terms of transportation, Lancang Jingmai Airport is approximately 72km away. The nearest airport is Lancang Jingmai Airport, approximately 72km from the hotel. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Ximeng Wazu Zizhixian Museum, Mengsuo Dragon Pool and Longtan Park all nearby.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. Guests of this Ximeng hotel can make use of the parking facilities.

When it comes to Ximeng hotels, the Ximeng Xikang Wellness & Resorts is highly regarded for its excellent facilities.

Day 4 | Morning

Mengsuo Dragon Pool

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Mengsuo Dragon Pool, Ximeng, Pu'er, China

Mengsuo Longtan is located on the south side of Ximeng County, Pu'er. It is a natural plateau freshwater lake and a water conservancy scenic spot. The virgin forest around the lake is verdant and beautiful, and there are many precious plants and rare wild animals in the forest. According to legend, Mengsuo Longtan is connected with the "Nongqu" Longtan water veins in Myanmar outside the country. The lakes in the two places are clear and turbid for no reason before and after the annual Wa Wooden Drum Festival. Longtan is meeting. In addition, a long time ago, people in Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand in Southeast Asia had the custom of worshipping and fetching holy water in Mengsuo Longtan. Mengsuo Longtan Scenic Spot mainly includes Longmoye, Holy Water Spring, Chengfo Mountain, Burmese Temple, Acacia Tree, Wild Lotus Bend, Prayer for Rain and other scenic spots.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Meizi Lake Park nearby is the top choice before you leave Mengsuo Dragon Pool and hit the road.

Meizi Lake Park

Opening Hours: Open from 6:00am-10:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: Simao, Pu'er, Yunnan, China

Meizi Lake Park is located in the Meizi River five kilometers southeast of Simao District, Pu'er City. It was an artificial lake due to the damming of the river. It was formerly known as "Hongqi Reservoir". It is mainly used for drinking water and irrigating farmland. Lake Park has become a tourist scenic spot in Pu'er. Meizi Lake Park has a beautiful and quiet environment. There are Yingbin Building and Wangcheng Pavilion. From the pavilion, you can see the green mountains of Meizi Lake, the blue waves are rippling, the green mountains and pavilions are reflected in the water, the mountains and pine waves are undulating with the wind, and the cruise ships are like butterflies, shuttling in the lake. There are often thousands of egrets and wild ducks in the lake, adding infinite elegance to Meizi Lake.

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