Enter as a village walk
Start with the waterwheel and bridge area, then walk slowly through the lanes rather than rushing straight to shops.
See the Tea Horse Road remains
Look for the old post-station elements, stone path, Wind and Rain Bridge, Rongfa Horse Inn, and Horse-Leaping Stone.
Choose one local experience
Tea-cake making, firepit tea, food, or a short horse ride can add context, but you do not need every activity.
Secure the return ride
If you did not self-drive, check your bus, shuttle, or driver before dinner. Return taxis can be less predictable on busy days.
✦Wear shoes that handle uneven and sometimes slippery stone paving.
✦Ask prices before tea, horse riding, or craft activities.
✦Do not rely on instant ride-hailing for the return late in the day.
✦Allow 2-3 hours instead of treating it as a ten-minute photo stop.
✦Pair it with Tea Horse Ancient Road only if you have enough time and transport.
哀牢山森林旅游区
Adults Focused
Admission
Route-based area, not one gate. Developed stops: Jinshan Primitive Forest CNY 10, Shimen Gorge CNY 30, Tea Horse Ancient Road CNY 10, and Nan'en Waterfall free.
Typical Visit
1-2 days
茶马古城
All Ages
Admission
Free entry to the commercial ancient-city district. Museums, shows, hot springs, and nearby scenic areas may charge separately.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
中华普洱茶博览苑
All Ages
Admission
CNY 30 admission. Round-trip sightseeing bus is CNY 50 if you do not want to walk the large tea-garden route.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
戴家巷古建筑群
All Ages
Admission
Free street-area visit. Some courtyards, cafes, or photo spaces may require consumption.
Typical Visit
1.5-2.5 hours with Simao Old Street
景迈山茶林文化景区
All Ages
Admission
No simple single admission ticket for the open heritage landscape. Villages and tea experiences may require registration, transport fees, or separate spending.
Typical Visit
1-2 days
墨江北回归线标志园
All Ages
Admission
CNY 40 adult admission. The uphill magic-carpet ride is separate; one-way tickets are CNY 40.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours