I. Highlights of the itinerary
• It connects the three core destinations of the western Yunnan border, covering natural wonders, border customs, ethnic culture and hot spring health, taking into account both punching and in-depth experience;
• Reasonable planning of intercity transportation, avoid detours, Mangshi-Ruili 1.5 hours' drive, Ruili-Tengchong 2 hours' drive, the journey is relaxed;
• Combine special food with local culture, unlock the western Yunnan flavors such as peacock banquet and volcanic hot sea banquet, and experience the ethnic customs of Dai and Jingpo.
II. Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Mangshi and meet the border city for the first time
• Transportation: If you arrive at Mangshi Airport / Baoshan Airport, you can transfer to a bus from Baoshan Airport for 1.5 hours to go directly to Mangshi;
• Morning: Take a break after checking in at the hotel to adapt to the climate and altitude of western Yunnan;
• Afternoon: Visit [Mengbana West Rare Garden] (about 1 hour). This is a genetic treasure house of subtropical plants, which brings together famous ancient trees and rare silicated wood jade in the world. You can also meet free-range peacocks by chance and feel the characteristics of "rare, strange, ancient and strange";
• Evening: Go to [Menghuan Golden Pagoda] (about 1 hour), Deng Leiya let the top of the mountain overlook the panoramic view of Peacock Lake, enjoy the golden night scene of China's first golden pagoda, and feel the sacred atmosphere of the Dai holy place;
• Catering: For dinner, recommend the special Dai flavor of Mangshi, and taste dried beef, paoluda, roast pork skin, etc.;
• Accommodation: Fanshi Hotel (Dai Ancient Town Store) (Dai Style) or Mangshi Feihua Hotel (Southeast Asian Tropical Style) is recommended.
Day 2: Mangshi → Ruili Border Style Tour
• Morning: After breakfast, take a bus to Ruili (about 1.5 hours' drive), after arrival, visit [one village two countries] (about 2 hours), visit the Dai village divided into two by the national boundaries, punch in the border pillar No. 71, experience the unique border spectacle of "China's melons and vines climb Myanmar, Myanmar hens China lay eggs", and experience the friendship between China and Myanmar;
• Noon: Taste Jingpo-style meals in Ruili City, recommend special dishes such as sprinkling and roast pork;
• In the afternoon: Visit the [Sister to the Border Trade Zone] (about 1 hour), punch in the big and small gates and the streets of China and Myanmar, and experience the special trade mode of "domestic and outside the customs". You can buy Myanmar handicrafts, jade jewelry and other special goods;
• Evening: Return to Mangshi for accommodation, enjoy the night view of the border road on the way, and experience the fireworks of Mangshi night market on the way.
Day 3: Mangshi → Tengchong · Crossing the mountains and rivers and ancient towns
• Morning: After breakfast, take a bus to Tengchong (about 2 hours' drive), pass through the [Longjiang Bridge] (stay for 30 minutes), and visit the largest expressway suspension bridge in Asia. The bridge is 280 meters away from the river. Feel the magnificent landscape of "a bridge is built from north to south, and the sky changes into a path";
• Noon: Enjoy Chinese food after arriving in Tengchong, recommend Tengchong clay pot, experience the "volcanic hot sea" on the tip of the tongue;
• Afternoon: Visit the national 5A scenic spot [Heshun Overseas Chinese Hometown] (about 2 hours), stroll along the blue stone board road, visit Heshun Library, Ai Siqi's former residence, Longtan, Yuanlong Pavilion and other scenic spots, feel the fusion of ancient architecture of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and overseas Chinese culture. You can also watch the immersive courtyard play "Yu Chu Tengyue" and learn about the century-old history of Tengchong Ma Gang and jade culture;
• Evening: Participate in the special bonfire party in Heshun Ancient Town, experience the folk customs of western Yunnan in laughter, and stay in Tengchong Hot Spring Hotel;
•Accommodation: Tengchong Yiyang Lefu Hot Spring Hotel or Lianghe Jinta Hot Spring Hotel is recommended to experience natural hot springs to relieve fatigue.
Day 4: Tengchong, Volcano Hot Sea Health Day
•Morning: After breakfast, go to [Atami Park] (about 1.5 hours, including battery car), visit geothermal wonders such as toad's mouth, pearl spring, pregnancy well, witness the "Eighteen Monster Eggs in Yunnan" and feel the boiling momentum of the 97℃ big rolling pot;
• Noon: Taste the volcanic hot sea banquet near the hot sea view area. The ingredients are integrated into the geothermal hot spring elements, and the flavor is unique;
• Afternoon: Experience [Hot Sea Beauty Pool Hot Spring] (about 2 hours, bring your own swimsuit), gather the spring water of many famous hot springs, adjust the water temperature to the best health temperature by "kneading soup" method, soothe the tiredness of the journey;
• Evening: free activities in Tengchong City. It is recommended to taste the copper pot and yellow beef pot. After dinner, you can visit the Tengchong jade trading market to learn about the jade carving culture and gambling stone culture.
Day 5: Tengchong, Nature and Humanities In-depth Tour
• Morning: Go to [Beihai Wetland] (about 1.5 hours, including boat ticket), stroll through the only national wetland reserve in Yunnan Province, experience the floating wetland landscape of "colorful giant flower blanket", and participate in special activities such as rowing grass;
• Noon: Return to the city to enjoy Chinese food, recommend Tengchong special snacks such as pine blossom cake, flower cake, etc.;
• Afternoon: Visit [Smora Wa Village] (about 1.5 hours, including battery car), visit the original ecological ancient village with a history of 500 years, visit the Wa folk culture exhibition hall, enjoy the wooden drum performance, feel the terraces, bamboo sea and ancient villages built on the mountain, and experience the "happy place" of the Wa people;
• Evening: After dinner, you can watch the performance of "Fantasy Tengchong" and feel the volcanic culture, the history of the Anti-Japanese War and ethnic customs of Tengchong (tickets for the performance can be booked in advance);
• Accommodation: Continue to stay at Tengchong Hot Spring Hotel and enjoy the hot spring time before going to bed.
Day 6: Tengchong → Return · Full of memories
• Morning: According to the flexible arrangement of return traffic time, if there is enough time, you can go to [Ginkgo Village] (limited in autumn, best from November to December), punch in the golden ginkgo sea, feel the poetic scene of "the village is in the forest, the forest is in the village", or go to the specialty store in Tengchong city to buy Tengchong bait silk, Pu'er tea and other accompanying gifts;
• At noon: taste Tengchong's special cross-bridge rice noodles and say goodbye to the flavor of western Yunnan;
• Afternoon: Go to Tengchong Airport / Baoshan Airport / Tengimpulse Station to end the return trip.
III. Special hot springs in the sea view area of Tengchong
• Big pot: It is a landmark scenic spot in the sea view area of Tengchong, with a diameter of more than 3 meters, a water depth of 1.5 meters, a water temperature of 97℃, boiling day and night, and steaming in all seasons. Visitors can feel the temperature of geothermal heat by the spring, and can also experience steamed eggs in hot springs to unlock the "geothermal energy meal".
• Toad's mouth: the only pulsating boiling fountain in the country, with a water temperature of 95℃, hot water slanting like a rainbow, hot spring fog permeates the mountains, as if the earth is roaring, and its spectacular scene makes people feel the magical power of nature.
• Pearl Spring: Hundreds of jet holes in the spring pool erupt at the same time, and bubble strings rise from the bottom of the pool, reflecting a colorful halo in the sun, like someone sprinkled a handful of crystal sugar underwater, perfectly replicating the grand scene of "a pool of Lingquan ten thousand beads" written by a poet in the Ming Dynasty.
• Drum Spring: When you don't get close to the spring, you can hear the sound first, and the low "dong-dong" sound is like a drum, which is the result of the spring's vibration and resonance in the underground cavity. The boiling water erupted intermittently, and the splashed water loomed in the fog, as if an invisible drummer was playing.
•Fetal well: It is composed of "Longquan" and "Fengquan". The left spring is as clear as a mirror, and the right spring is slightly turbid. The beautiful meaning of "drinkers this water has more children and more blessings", which attracts many tourists to taste.
• Yugu Hot Spring: Located at the exit of the hot sea view area, it is built by mountains and rivers. There are 22 bubble pools, including 7 Chinese herbal medicine pools, 5 special hot spring pools, 4 alkaline carbonate spring pools and 6 sulfur carbonate spring soup pools. Visitors can choose different bubble pools according to their own needs and preferences to enjoy the relaxation and comfort brought by the hot spring.
IV. What are the benefits of hot springs in the hot sea area for the human body?
The hot spring in the sea view area of Tengchong is rich in a variety of minerals and is formed by natural geothermal heat. It has many benefits for the human body, such as soothing and healthy health. The core benefits can be developed from both physiological relaxation and specific conditioning effects.
1. Promote body relaxation and relieve fatigue
The water temperature of Atami Hot Spring is mostly 40℃-60℃ (some springs reach more than 90℃ and need to be used after adjustment). This temperature range can gently dilate blood vessels and accelerate blood circulation and metabolism.
• Help relieve muscle tension, especially suitable for problems such as shoulder and neck pain, waist and back stiffness after travel and work.
• Warm sensation can stimulate nerve endings, relieve anxiety, and indirectly improve sleep quality, which is suitable for people with high stress.
2. Targeted conditioning effect brought by minerals
Atami Hot Spring belongs to sulfur carbonate spring, which also contains fluorine, silicon, calcium, magnesium and other trace elements, which play a role through skin penetration:
• Sulfur ingredients: It can gently clean the skin, help reduce oil secretion, and have a certain soothing effect on mild skin dryness and itching (but those who are allergic to sulfur should avoid it).
• Carbonic acid composition: It can promote blood circulation on the surface of the skin, enhance the skin's metabolism, and moderate immersion for a long time can help improve the skin condition.
• Trace elements (fluorine, calcium, etc.): Fluorine is good for the health of teeth and bones, while calcium and magnesium can help regulate the body's electrolyte balance and bring comfort to the body.
3. Assist in improving local discomfort
For some people, moderate immersion in Atami hot springs can also be targeted to relieve specific discomfort:
• It has a certain relief effect on cold joints and mild rheumatic discomfort, and the warm environment can reduce the stiffness around the joints.
• Some bubble pools containing Chinese herbal ingredients (such as the Chinese herbal pool of Yugu Hot Spring) can combine the herbal effect to further enhance the soothing and maintenance effect (specifically, it needs to be selected according to the individual's physique).
4. Precautions (risk avoidance)
• Although the hot spring is beneficial, the soaking time should not be too long. It is recommended to control it for 15-20 minutes each time to avoid dizziness, fatigue and other discomforts.
• High blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, as well as pregnant women, children and other special groups should be used under the guidance of doctors and avoid soaking in high temperature pools.
• It is necessary to replenish water in time before and after soaking in the hot spring to avoid dehydration; after soaking, pay attention to keep warm and prevent cold.
V. Traffic Guide
• Intercity transportation: Mangshi - Ruili (1.5h drive), Ruili - Tengchong (2h drive), Tengchong - Mangshi (1.5h drive), it is recommended to charter a car or join a local group, which is more flexible and efficient to travel;
• Transportation in the city: You can take a taxi in the concentrated areas of scenic spots, and it is more cost-effective to charter a car for more than 3 people. You can take a battery car in Heshun Ancient Town, Rehai Park and other scenic spots to save physical strength.
VI. Catering Recommendation
Tengchong delicacy
• Bait silk: Tengchong's special food, the bait silk is smooth, tender and refreshing. There are a variety of ways to eat, such as clear soup bait shreds, braised bait shreds, etc., you can choose according to your own taste.
• Copper ladle beef: beef is the main ingredient, stewed with copper ladle, the meat is delicious, the soup base is mellow, and the common ones are golden chicken copper ladle beef.
• Great rescue: stir-fry bait pieces, choose high-quality bait pieces, cut them into thin slices, add eggs, ham, green vegetables and other ingredients and stir-fry them. The color is golden, the taste is soft and glutinous, and the taste is delicious.
• Thin bean powder: It is made of pea powder and eaten with roasted bait pieces, deep-fried dough sticks, etc. It has a delicate taste and a strong taste. It is one of the favorite breakfasts for people.
Mang City Food
• Avocado juice: The avocado in Mang City is of good quality, and the juice squeezed is rich and mellow, nutritious. It is a popular local drink.
• Chicken oil rice: Rice is stir-fried with chicken oil, which is fragrant and not greasy, with a strong chicken flavor. It is usually eaten with some side dishes. It is one of the traditional delicacies in Mang City.
• Chicken feet: After marinating the chicken feet with lemon and other seasonings, put them into the coke, add peppers, coriander and other seasonings until they taste good, and then add chopped peanuts. It is sour, spicy and refreshing. It is a favorite snack for people in Mangshi.
• Sprinkle: It is a special food of the Dai family. It has a variety of flavors such as raw bitter, lemon, and oily pepper. The taste is rich and layered, from bitter to sweet, from fresh to spicy, and usually served with beef tripe, beef liver and other ingredients.
Ruili cuisine
• Burmese milk tea: tea made from red tea, mixed with fresh milk and condensed milk, rich milk flavor and fragrant tea flavor are combined, with a mellow taste and exotic flavor.
• Dumping cake: Similar to Indian flying cake, it is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet and attractive. There are bananas, pineapples and other flavors to choose from.
• Jingpo's hand-held rice: It is a special delicacy of the Jingpo clan. Put rice and various side dishes, such as barbecue, salad, fruits, etc. on a large plate and eat it with your hands. It is spicy and appetizing, full of ethnic characteristics.
• Dai flavor barbecue: represented by lemongrass grilled fish, roast chicken, etc., it is marinated with unique spices, and then roasted with charcoal. The skin is crispy, the meat is fresh and tender, with a strong aroma of citronella.
VII. Precautions
• You need to bring your ID card in the border area, and some scenic spots (such as the port) need to be registered with your real name;
• You need to bring your own swimsuit for hot spring experience. The water temperature of Tengchong hot spring is high, and the soaking time should not be too long;
• Multi-ethnic settlement areas in western Yunnan, respecting the religious beliefs and customs of Dai, Jingpo and other ethnic groups;
• In autumn (October-November), you need to prepare a thin coat. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large. Wetlands and mountainous areas should pay attention to mosquitoes prevention.