5 Days & 4 Nights丨Premium Travel丨Exclusive Hotels丨Unique Experiences丨Colorful Guizhou丨Immersive Journey
Meet at the designated location at the specified time to board the high-speed rail or flight to Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province (arrival station subject to the train/flight number on the group transfer ticket). A professional Cantonese/Mandarin-speaking guide will meet you at Guiyang Airport/High-Speed Rail Station and escort you to the hotel for check-in.
Later, visit Jiaxiu Tower (Guiyang's iconic ancient landmark, built during the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty). Stroll along the Nanming River, admire the classical garden scenery of “Jiaxiu and Hanbi,” and ascend the tower for panoramic views of Guiyang.
In the evening, head to the trendy food destination Qingyun Market to sample Guizhou specialties like Changwang Noodles, Siu Wa Wa (silk bean curd rolls), Lao Guo (hot pot), and Bing Fen (ice jelly), immersing yourself in Guiyang's vibrant local atmosphere.
After breakfast, board the coach for the natural wonderpiece of this journey—Huangguoshu Scenic Area. Centered around the Huangguoshu Waterfall, the scenic area features a cascade that plunges 77.8 meters (253 feet) from the cliff's edge, spanning 101 meters (332 feet) in width. This magnificent waterfall stands as one of the most renowned in China and all of Asia. The river's torrential flow creates a breathtaking spectacle of a colossal, thunderous curtain of water. You'll follow winding paths to admire its grandeur from multiple angles and experience the natural wonder of Water Curtain Cave—walking behind the falls, witnessing the curtain of water like a veil, hearing the thunderous roar close to your ears, and enjoying the exhilarating sensation of getting thoroughly drenched. Within the scenic area, ancient trees tower overhead while agile monkeys dart about, composing a vibrant three-dimensional karst landscape painting teeming with life.
In the morning, head to Maling River Gorge. Enter via the “Little Green Mountain Entrance” and hike along the valley trail to admire dozens of waterfalls, including the Galloping Horses Waterfall and the Yellow Dragon Waterfall, experiencing the awe-inspiring beauty of “Earth's Most Beautiful Scar.”
Later, head to Wanfenglin, where you'll take a sightseeing bus to overlook karst landscapes like the Bagua Fields and General Peak. Then, experience pastoral coffee in Nagui Village, enjoying afternoon tea surrounded by rice paddies and towering peaks.
After dinner, visit Fenglin Buyi to explore the Buyi Ethnic Architecture Museum and try your hand at wax-printing DIY.
Kick off the night beer party at Fenglin Buyi's “Time Bentley Wine Street,” pairing grilled delicacies and Buyi snacks with iron flower performances and ethnic song-and-dance shows, immersing yourself in the dreamlike ambiance of “lights reflecting off the peak forest.”
Special Note: For Wanfenglin, renting an electric bike to cycle through Nahuai Village is highly recommended for a closer connection to the pastoral scenery. For the night beer event at Fenglin Buyi, advance seat reservations are essential to avoid queues during peak season.
After breakfast, board the coach for Huajiang Canyon Bridge. This steel truss suspension bridge surpasses Beipanjiang First Bridge as the new “world's tallest bridge,” named for spanning the Huajiang Grand Canyon—dubbed “Earth's Great Rift.” Its main span holds the world record for both mountainous bridge span and bridge height, earning it the title of “world's tallest in both dimensions.”
In the afternoon, embark on a journey through six centuries of history to Yunfeng Tunpu, hailed as a “living fossil of Ming Dynasty history.” This cultural heritage site traces back to the “deploying northern troops to subdue the south” military campaign during the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty. Its residents are predominantly descendants of soldiers who once guarded the frontier. The Tunpu architecture is entirely constructed of stone—stone walls, stone tiles, stone alleys, and stone watchtowers—forming a complete military defense system, resembling stone castles from the age of cold weapons. Stroll through ancient lanes, observe Tunpu women in traditional Fengyang Han attire, and if fortunate, witness performances of the Earth Opera—hailed as “China's living fossil of theater.” Its rugged style carries echoes of ancient warfare. For dinner, savor the authentic Jun Tun Banquet, where rustic, hearty dishes offer the most direct taste interpretation of that era of swords and horses.
After breakfast, head to Colorful Guizhou City. Hailed as the “cultural living room of Guizhou,” Before departure, indulge in a “panoramic recap”: through curated exhibitions, abundant intangible cultural heritage crafts, and specialty goods, quickly revisit the ethnic arts you've experienced—Miao embroidery, silverware, batik—complete the Guizhou impressions you haven't fully explored, and select a exquisite souvenir to tangibly bring home your colorful memories.
To conclude the itinerary, we have specially arranged the Thousand Mountains, Hundred Flavors snack banquet. This is more than a meal—it's a culmination of flavors. The banquet blends the quintessential elements of Guizhou cuisine—sour, spicy, fragrant, and mellow—potentially featuring regional specialties from Qiandongnan, Qiannan, Qianxi, and beyond. Before your departure, let your palate take one final tour through Guizhou's mountains and rivers, leaving behind the most profound taste memories.
Itinerary Summary
| Date | Itinerary | Transportation | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Departure - Guiyang - Jiaxiu Tower - Qingyun Market - Stay in Guiyang | Bullet Train | × | × | × | Guiyang |
| Day 2 | Huangguoshu Waterfall - Stay in Xingyi | Bus | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Xingyi |
| Day 3 | Maling River Canyon - Wanfenglin - Pastoral Coffee - Fenglin Buyi - Night Beer - Stay in Xingyi | Bus | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Xingyi |
| Day 4 | Huajiang Bridge - Yunfeng Tunpu - Stay in Guiyang | Bus | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Guiyang |
| Day 5 | Colorful Guizhou City - Return to Sweet Home | Bullet Train | ✓ | ✓ | × | Sweet Home |
Itinerary Highlights
A journey from the clouds to the mountains and rivers, immerse yourself in Guizhou's three-dimensional panorama over 5 days and 4 nights. The first day begins with the lights of Jiaxiu Tower and the spicy aromas of Qingyun Market, setting a vibrant, earthly tone. On the second day, delve into Asia's largest waterfall cluster, hiking through Huangguoshu, passing behind the Water Curtain Cave, and listening to the Milky Way's thunderous roar. Day three takes you cascading down Maling River's "Earth's Scar," then losing yourself under the starlit sky amidst the rice fields of Wanfenglin. The fourth day sees you crossing the world's highest bridge, spanning the Huajiang Canyon, and stepping back in time through the 600-year-old Tunpu villages of the Ming Dynasty. The final day distills the essence of Qian, concluding at Colorful Guizhou City with traditional crafts and a thousand flavors from a hundred mountains. This is a journey to awaken your senses—with mountain waterfalls as its score and stars as your companions, let the wild charm of Guizhou become etched into every step and memory.
1. Accommodation: 4-diamond rated hotels according to online reviews throughout the trip.
2. Meals: The tour includes a total of 8 lunches/dinners and 4 breakfasts. Breakfast is included in the room rate (no refund if not used). Lunch and dinner are provided at a standard of 50 RMB per person, with 10 persons sharing a table (if the group size is less than 10 persons, the meal fee will be refunded and meals are to be arranged by yourself). Each meal includes 8 dishes and 1 soup. No refund for unused meals.
3. Transportation: Air-conditioned tour vehicles ranging from 5 to 37 seats will be arranged according to the actual group size, with one guaranteed seat per person.
4. Admission tickets: Main entrance tickets to scenic spots/areas + necessary internal transportation services.
5. Shopping: No designated shopping stops throughout the trip (shops located inside or outside scenic spots/areas, at service areas, around hotels or restaurants are not considered designated shopping stops). Remember to keep receipts for any personal purchases!
6. Tour guide: Professional nationally certified tour guide.
7. Additional expenses: Except for the transportation included in the itinerary, personal purchases, performance tickets, and drinks & snacks at hotels are at your own expense.
Note: For travel during public holidays and peak season (July-August), an additional supplement of $146 per person will be applied.
Important Notes
1. This is a group tour. There may be waiting times for other group members upon arrival at the destination. Please follow the tour guide's arrangements. We appreciate your understanding!
2. In the event of Force Majeure or with the signed consent of all group members, the tour guide may adjust the order of sightseeing while ensuring all scheduled attractions are visited as promised. For attractions that cannot be visited due to Force Majeure, refunds will be processed according to the travel agency's contracted rates.
3. If a group member leaves the group without permission, insists on departing, or refuses to participate in any scheduled activities (including hotel accommodation, meals, attractions, etc.) during the trip, no refund will be provided for any unused services. In such cases, the group member shall bear all consequences and the travel agency shall not be held responsible for any conduct of the group member during their absence from the group.
4. Never place valuables or personal emergency medications in checked luggage to prevent loss or delay in urgent use. Also keep them properly during sightseeing.
5. The travel agency has no control over flight delays, changes, or cancellations due to factors such as airline capacity or weather. In such situations, the travel agency will make every reasonable effort to minimize losses and coordinate with the airline. Adjustments to the itinerary may be made accordingly, and your cooperation and understanding will be appreciated.
6. All complaints from group members shall be submitted on the "Tourist Feedback Form" completed at the destination. Please fill out the form carefully and truthfully.
Guizhou Travel Tips
1. Guizhou is located on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, with an average altitude of around 1,000 meters. It is widely known that "it never clears up for three straight days" in Guizhou, as rainy and overcast weather is common, so remember to bring umbrellas or rain gear. Also bring appropriate seasonal clothing to stay warm.
2. Roads in scenic areas may be slippery during the trip; it is recommended to wear non-slip, comfortable shoes.
3. Huangguoshu Scenic Area has steep slopes; elderly visitors are advised to hold the handrails and take extra care for their safety.
4. When hiking or sightseeing in mountainous areas, stay close to the protective railings on narrow paths. Do not enter dangerous spots to take photos. Be cautious of crowds and collisions.
5. Guizhou is a multi-ethnic province where the local cuisine is mostly sour and spicy with strong flavors. The dietary habits differ significantly from those in Guangdong, so please be prepared for this difference.
6. In scenic areas requiring transfer to electric sightseeing vehicles or cruise boats, especially during busy periods, please follow the instructions of scenic area staff and your tour guide.
7. Due to relatively backward economic development in Guizhou, hotels of the same star rating may have fewer facilities and simpler conditions compared to those in Guangdong.
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