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June: some people receive diplomas, others just finished the college entrance exam. It’s one of life’s rare “blank periods” — no assignments, no job, just a plane ticket and a backpack. This guide is written specifically for graduates with limited budgets and plenty of time.

Dali, Yunnan: Best Place to Do Nothing

Dali is China’s backpacker mecca and a classic graduation trip destination. June temperatures hover around 22°C; the breeze off Erhai Lake makes time pass slowly.

Budget Reference: Hostel dorm bed: ¥40-80/night ($6-11) Guesthouse private room: ¥150-250/night ($21-35) Three meals a day: ¥50-80 ($7-11) Electric scooter around Erhai Lake: ¥80/day ($11)

Must-Do: Scooter around Erhai Lake; find a quiet dock with no tourists and just watch the water Find a rooftop café in the old town; order one coffee and stay all afternoon Go to Xizhou Ancient Town for Xizhou flatbread (¥5 each — the best snack in all of Dali)

Guizhou: Off the Beaten Path and Affordable

June Graduation Trip Destinations in China

Guizhou is one of China’s most underrated provinces. June’s rainy season means waterfalls at peak flow, the greenest terraces, and the most vibrant Miao villages.

Xijiang Miao Village The world’s largest Miao settlement — tiered wooden stilt houses from valley to hilltop. When thousands of lights turn on at night, it looks like stars on a hillside. Tickets ¥100; staying inside the village is better (¥150-200/night).

Libo Small Seven Arch Bridge Emerald water, waterfall clusters, virgin forest. June has peak water flow and the most spectacular falls. Tickets ¥130.

Eating in Guiyang: Huaxi beef noodles (¥10), Siwawa spring rolls (¥20), grilled tofu (¥5) — Guiyang street food is cheap and delicious, perfect for graduates on a budget.

Xiamen + Gulangyu: The Artsy Graduation Trip

Xiamen is a popular graduation destination, but many people just check off Gulangyu and leave. Xiamen actually deserves a slower pace.

June Graduation Trip Destinations in China

行程建议（3天）| Suggested Itinerary (3 Days):

Day 1: Gulangyu (weekday, fewer crowds) → Sunlight Rock → Shuzhuang Garden → stay overnight on the island

Day 2: Zengcuoan artsy village → Xiamen University (free campus visit, Furong Lake is beautiful) → Nanputuo Temple

Day 3: Jimei School Village (Chen Jiageng architecture complex, free) → Tong’an Ancient City

Practical Tips

June Travel Notes: South and East China enter plum rain season in June — wet and humid. Bring a waterproof pack cover, quick-dry clothing, and seal important items in zip-lock bags.

Student ID Benefits: Many Chinese scenic areas offer half-price or free admission for students. It’s your last chance to use that student ID — make the most of it.

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