I am going to Guangzhou Mid Oct 2009, probably will stay 1-2 days before continue our journey to Kunming-Dali-Lijang-Shangri-La-Chengdu.

Can you advise which area have the most backpacker lodge and how to get there? Any recommendation on budget guesthouse/lodge?

What is the best option to reach Kunming?

Thank in advance. ^___^