1 day in China Itinerary

The home of giant pandas for more than two million years, Chengdu's vast human history cowers in comparison to the natural heritage of the area.

To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Chengdu trip planning website.

If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major aiport is Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. In September in Chengdu, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 23°C at night. You'll set off for Lijiang on the 1st (Wed).

The cultural capital of the Naxi people, one of the 55 minority ethnic groups in the country, Lijang traces its history back over 800 years, with the city developing from a trading post on the ancient Southern Silk Road.

To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Lijiang trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Chengdu to Lijiang takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Lijiang when traveling from Chengdu in September, with lows around 28°C. On the 1st (Wed), you're off to Dali.

Combining a glorious past with modern conveniences and scenic natural surroundings, Dali stands out as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Yunnan, perched in a strategic location and boasting fertile fields for agriculture.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Dali online itinerary planner.

You can drive from Lijiang to Dali in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. You'll set off for Kunming on the 1st (Wed).

With a temperate climate at 2,000 m (6,600 ft) and a variety of tourist attractions, Kunming makes a popular gateway for exploring Yunnan Province.

On the 1st (Wed), examine the collection at Yunnan Nationalities Museum.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Kunming journey planner.

Traveling by train from Dali to Kunming takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in September, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel back home.