The One Resort Dali is a truly unique rural retreat in Dali Ancient Town. A peaceful and luxurious hideaway surrounded by nature and historical architecture built in the traditional Bai ethnic minority style.
Magnificent mountain views from rooms
As one of the most popular destination in Yunnan, Dali is arguably the most beautiful city due to its mountains and lake, historic buildings and there is plenty to see and do while based at this outstanding hotel.
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Plan your tripThe One Resort Dali is located near the Erhai Lake which is an approximate 15 minute drive, while Cangshan Mountain can be reached in 10 minutes. The hotel is a 50 minute drive away from Dali Airport.
Cultural Dali
Take a cable car to Cangshan Mountain Peak and walk to explore the Gantong Temple and Zhonghe Temple. Proceed to the famous Three Pagodas of Dali before ending with a visit to historic Dali Old Town.
Donglianhua, Weishan & Weibao Mountain
Today, we make visit to two ancient villages of Donglianhua and Weishan before continuing into Weibao Mountain for a 40-minute hike to Changcun Cave.
Half day visit to Tiger Leaping Gorge
Head to the Tiger Leaping Gorge and embark on a short hike. Be captivated by the beautiful views of the flanking mountains and river canyon.
Horseback Ride in Xizhou
Enjoy 1-hour hoseback riding in Xizhou, passing through vast pastoral trails, wetlands and reeds. You may come across traditional Bai women, egret birds or eagles depending on your luck!
Outskirts of Dali Exploration
Visit the rotating market in a local village and watch the locals go about their daily activities. Take a boat cruise of Lake Erhai and enjoy the scenic lake views.
Rushan Cheese Workshop
This 30-minute workshop provide unique insights into the unique culinary culture of the Bai people. Rushan cheese is made from fresh milk, boiled and shaped into a wrapped thin sheet resembling a folding fan.
Taoxigu Tea & Waterfall
Today, we head into Taoxigu Valley at Cangshan Mountain, where you will visit Tuocha Tea Factory & Museum before embarking on a hike to a waterfall. Conclude at Mocui Tea House to rest and enjoy some tea-picking, roasting and tea cake-making experience.
Three Course Tea Ceremony
Experience the ancient tea ceremony customary to the Bai people. The practice has been ongoing since the Ming dynasty.
Tie & Dye Workshop
Learn about the traditional folk crafts of the Bai people in this Tie & Dye Workshop. The workshop takes approximately 1.5-2 hours to complete.
Xizhou Morning Market & Zhoucheng's Farmer Home
Stroll through the Xizhou Morning Market to purchase fresh produces. Afterwards, we continue into a local farmer's home in Zhoucheng to learn about their produces and taste their local specialties, finished off with a Three Course Tea Ceremony.
