A guide to a private Dali trip away from the crowds

A wheat field homestay that Yu Xiuhua would love! "When the sun is shining, I put myself in it, like putting in a piece of dried tangerine peel I drink different teas: chrysanthemum, jasmine, rose, lemon These beautiful things seem to lead me to spring —Yu Xiuhua" On a sunny day, stay in a fairy-tale cottage. At Dali Shanweiye Homestay, everyone can be the protagonist of a fairy tale! Wake up to the sound of birds in the morning, open the curtains, and let the sunlight through the floor-to-ceiling windows wake you up. Enjoy the view of the green wheat fields and the snow-capped Cangshan Mountain. After a delicious breakfast prepared by the homestay, bask in the sun by the wheat field and sip freshly brewed black tea, breathing in the fresh mountain air. After seeing the mountains, head to the sea. Ride a bike provided by the homestay and take a leisurely ride along the coast. In the sunlight, the sea looks like rippling silk, a priceless sapphire. If you want to experience Dali's culture, the homestay provides all the materials for jia ma rubbings and fruit photo frames, so you can make a souvenir to take home. After a day of fun, you can also book a hot beef hotpot with fresh seasonal vegetables, perhaps from the fields you just passed by. The broth with freshly sliced beef, paired with champagne or red wine, will satisfy both your stomach and heart. A relaxing pace but a rich experience. Spend a whole day at Shanweiye!