8-day Comprehensive Guizhou Tour (with Top Highlights)
Tour Code: TGZ-G-09 , Tour Type: Private Tour
On this In-depth Guizhou tour itinerary, we will guide you through the most popular travel destinations in Guizhou Province: Guiyang, Libo, Xijiang, Anshun, and Xingyi. You will have the opportunity to marvel at stunning landscapes and immerse yourself in the rich ethnic culture of the region.
- Departure: Any day you want
- Reply: Within 0.5~23.5 hrs.
Our Advantages & Promise
- One-on-one travel consultant service.
- Flexible time schedule to suit your pace.
- Selected and trained guides.
- Western style service standard
Tour Itinerary
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DAY 1 Guiyang
Transfer via: flight - your arrangement
Activities for today: Airport transfer, Tianhetan Scenic Area (park bus + boat)
This morning, our tour guide will meet you at the arrival hall of Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport.
(If you choose to travel by high-speed train to Guiyang, we will pick you up from the exit of Guiyang East Railway Station or Guiyang North Railway Station.)
From there, we will proceed to visit the Tianhetan Scenic Area, famous for its picturesque karst landscapes that showcase natural elements such as distinctive mountains, tranquil waters, caves, deep pools, waterfalls, gorges, and unique rock formations. Moreover, the area is steeped in a rich cultural heritage, with ancient temples, traditional architecture, and local customs that provide a glimpse into the history and traditions of the region.
Tianhetan Scenic Area
Tianhetan Scenic Area
Tianhetan Scenic Area
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DAY 2 Guiyang/Libo
Activities for today: Xiaoqikong and Daqikong Scenic Area
Today, drive for approximately 3.5 hours to reach Libo and explore the renowned Xiaoqikong and Daqikong Scenic Area, known for their captivating natural beauty and cultural importance. Xiaoqikong Scenic Area features a range of stunning waterfalls, clear turquoise pools, and lush forests. The area also includes ancient stone bridges and peaceful paths that wind through the vibrant landscape.
On the other hand, Daqikong Scenic Area is characterized by its majestic karst formations, towering cliffs, and deep caverns, offering a unique and awe-inspiring experience for nature enthusiasts.
Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
Libo Daqikong Scenic Area
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DAY 3 Libo/Xijiang
Activities for today: Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village (park bus)
After breakfast, make a 2.5-hour journey to reach Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, the home of the Qianhu Miao people, a subgroup of the Miao ethnic minority known for their vibrant traditional attire, intricate silver ornaments, and unique customs. Once in the village, you can fully immerse yourself in the authentic Miao way of life by exploring the meticulously preserved wooden stilt houses, ancient stone pathways, and terraced fields that embellish the landscape. The village provides insight into ancient traditions, with opportunities to witness traditional Miao celebrations, musical performances, dance exhibitions, and demonstrations of handicraft skills.
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
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DAY 4 Xijiang/Anshun
Activities for today: Tianxingqiao Scenic Area, Huangguoshu Waterfall (park bus + elevator)
In the morning, you will embark on a journey to Tianxingqiao Scenic Area, known for its breathtaking limestone formations, pristine streams, and verdant surroundings. Following this, you will proceed to marvel at the grandeur of the Huangguoshu Waterfall, the largest waterfall in Asia. Standing at 74 meters in height and spanning 81 meters in width, the main waterfall resembles a celestial Milky Way cascading down the cliff face.
Tianxingqiao Scenic Area
Tianxing Bridge Scenic Area, Guizhou
Huangguoshu Waterfall
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DAY 5 Anshun/Xingyi
Activities for today: Doupotang Waterfall, Malinghe Grand Canyon (elevator)
Today, we continue our journey to Doupotang Waterfall, where water cascades down a series of rocky cliffs, creating a mesmerizing display as it plunges into a crystal-clear pool below. The lush greenery and rugged terrain that surround Doupotang Waterfall add to its picturesque charm, making it a truly awe-inspiring sight.
Following our visit to Doupotang Waterfall, we will proceed to explore Malinghe Grand Canyon. This canyon boasts towering cliffs, deep ravines, lush forests, and cascading waterfalls that collectively create a mesmerizing spectacle. The sheer scale of the canyon is awe-inspiring, with some sections reaching depths of over 500 meters. Within the canyon, you can traverse a network of hiking trails and suspension bridges that provide panoramic views of the surrounding scenery.
Guizhou Doupotang Waterfall
Malinghe Grand Canyon
Malinghe River Gorge
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DAY 6 Xingyi
Activities for today: Wanfenglin (park bus), Na Hui Buyi Village, Wanfeng Lake (boat), Jilong Castle
Today's schedule in Xingyi will center around immersing in the natural splendor of the region. Our first stop will be Wanfenglin (Ten Thousand Peaks Forest). As its name suggests, Wanfenglin Scenic Area boasts nearly 20,000 distinct peaks, presenting a breathtaking karst landscape that is hailed as a natural wonder. Next, we will proceed to Na Hui Village, a delightful community nestled amidst the peaks. This village, predominantly inhabited by the Buyi People, is celebrated for its vibrant ethnic customs, charming rural vistas, and a heritage stretching back a thousand years. Beyond its enchanting natural setting that evokes a fairy-tale atmosphere, Na Hui Village exudes a unique ethnic charm, securing its place among the "Top Ten Beautiful Villages in China." Afterwards, we will head to Wanfeng Lake for a leisurely boat excursion and a visit to Jilong Castle, often referred to as the "Chinese version of Neuschwanstein Castle."
Forest of Ten Thousand Peaks
Wanfeng Lake
Jilong Castle - Wanfeng Lake
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DAY 7 Xingyi/Guiyang
Activities for today: Twenty-four Turn Road
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will drive back to Guiyang. Along the way, we will make a stop to explore the renowned Twenty-Four Turns in Qinglong. This road, famously known as the "Anti-Japanese War Highway," serves as the emblematic representation of the "Stilwell Road." Historically referred to as the "Crow Gate," it is characterized by its robust and peculiar features, reminiscent of guardians at the gate. Spanning a straight-line distance of around 350 meters from the base to the summit, with a vertical elevation of roughly 260 meters, the road is constructed in an "S" shape along a slope inclined at about 60 degrees, winding and ascending to the gate. The entire route covers approximately 4 kilometers.
Twenty-four Turns, Guizhou, China
Twenty-four Turns Road
Guizhou Twenty-four Turns
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DAY 8 Guiyang/Exit
Transfer via: flight - your arrangement
Activities for today: Airport transfer
As your Guizhou trip concludes, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport for your journey back home.
(If you opt to travel by high-speed train to your next destination, we will provide drop-off service at either Guiyang East Railway Station or Guiyang North Railway Station.)
Price Details & Inclusions of this Trip
Price Includes
- Entrance fees:
- To scenic spots as listed above in the itinerary.
- Meals:
- All meals as specified in the itinerary. "B" stands for Chinese or western breakfast at your hotel. "L" for Chinese Lunch at local Chinese restaurant. "D" for Chinese dinner at local Chinese restaurant. If you have any special request about meals, like vegetarian, or Indian food etc, please inform us in advance.
- Private Transfers:
- Between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Zhangjiajie by the private air conditioned vehicle with driver.
- Private tour escort for Sightseeing:
- As outlined in the Itinerary will be escorted with English-speaking guide.
The English-speaking guide and driver of each city accompany you throughout the entire tour in that city. They do not fly with you from one city to another. - Hotels:
- Service includes standard rooms for your tour group.
All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified. - Transportation:
- All the domestic airfare of economy class with airport tax/ or train ticket(s) as specified in the itinerary.
- Service Charge & Government Taxes.
- Arrangements:
- The tour cost includes the planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Price Excludes
- Entry / Exit Airfare or train tickets..
- Visa Fees; Trip Insurance; Credit Card Processing Fee;.
- Excess Baggage Charges:
- For checked luggage: Adult and children are entitled to a free checked baggage allowance in economy class of 20kg / 44. The size limit for each piece is 40x60x 100cmor 15.7x 23.6x 39.4 inches. For carry-on luggage: each economy class passenger is allowed one piece of 5kg / 11 lbs. The size limit for each piece is 20 x 40 x 55cm or 7.8 x 15.7 x 21.6 inches.
- Personal Expenses:
- Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities and sightseeing.
- Meals:
- Any meals which are not specified with "B", "L" or "D".