11 Days Guizhou Extension Tour

Day 1

Arrival Guiyang
Arrive in Guiyang, you will be met at the airport & transferred to your hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.
Meals: No meals
Accommodation: In Guiyang
 

Day 2

Guiyang    Anshun
In the morning, you will be transferred to Anshun, the central town for the west of Guizhou Province for the largest waterfall- Huangguoshu Waterfall today. Close to Huangguoshu Waterfall, Tianxingqiao Scenic Resort is your next spot. In the afternoon, if time permits, you can also take a short visit to Batik Museum.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Anshun
 

Day 3

Anshun    Guiyang
Today, drive back to Guiyang. On the way, you will visit the Tianlong Village and Qinyan Ancient Town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guiyang
 

Day 4

Guiyang    Kaili
In the morning, you will take a 2.5hours driving to Kaili. On arrival, take a visit to Kaili Folk Museum to have an overview of the ethnic groups in Guizhou. Then go to visit Qingman Short-skirt Miao Village by bus (1 hour) and Shiqiao Miao village (20 minutes). The Fish in Sour and Spicy Soup is optional for your dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Kaili
 

Day 5

Kaili    Xijiang    Leishan    Rongjiang
Today, you have a long distance to go from Kaili forward Rongjiang. On the way, you will arrive in Xijiang for Xijiang Miao Village (about 2 hours driving) first. Then continue your trip to Rongjiang passing by Leishan. Arrive in Rongjiang at night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Rongjiang
 

Day 6

Rongjiang    Zhaoxing
Today, have a visit to Chejiang Dong Village and Basha Miao Village near the Rongjiang County. Then, drive to Zhaoxing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Zhaoxing
 

Day 7

Zhaoxing    Sanjiang
Visit Zhaoxing Dong Village and then, spend 5hours on road to Sanjiang 5 hours for a visit to the famous Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge and Sanjiang Drum Tower after your arrival.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Sanjiang
 

Day 8

Sanjiang    Longsheng
70km away, your next destination Longsheng is waiting for you. On arrival, take a visit to Longji Rice Terrace and Ping'an Zhuang Village in Longsheng. Stay overnight in Longsheng.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Longsheng
 

Day 9

Longsheng    Guilin
Take about 2.5hours driving, you will reach Guilin, a small but beautiful southern city of China. Enjoy your visit to Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guilin
 

Day 10

Guilin      Yangshuo    Guilin
In the morning you will be driven to the Pier for the Li River Cruise (about 4 hours, lunch served on board). Savor the fairy-tale scenery while cruising down the meandering river to Yangshuo. After disembarkation, have a leisure walk along the famous West Street.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guilin
 

Day 11

Departure Guilin
Bid a fond farewell to this ancient land as you leave for your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast

Service Ends

Day 1

Arrival Guiyang
Arrive in Guiyang, you will be met at the airport & transferred to your hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.
Meals: No meals
Accommodation: In Guiyang

Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province, is located at the east of the Yunnan- Guizhou Plateau in the southwest of China. The city features low latitude, high elevation and diversified landforms. In the subtropical zone, Guiyang enjoys a warm and moist climate, which endowed the city with abundant biological resources.
 

Day 2

Guiyang    Anshun
In the morning, you will be transferred to Anshun, the central town for the west of Guizhou Province for the largest waterfall- Huangguoshu Waterfall today. Close to Huangguoshu Waterfall, Tianxingqiao Scenic Resort is your next spot. In the afternoon, if time permits, you can also take a short visit to Batik Museum.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Anshun

About 105km away from Guiyang, Anshun is a key connecting between Sichuan Province and Guizhou Province. The history of its trading center could be traced back to the 13th century, linking north and south China with areas as remote as Burma. Anshun is a multi-minorities region which is the home of Mulao Minority, Buyi Minoriy and Miao Minority. The colorful ethnic culture and customs are the most highlights of this region.

Located in the boarder area of Zhenning County and Guanling County, Huangguoshu Waterfall is China's premier waterfall, with the most impressive having a width of 81 meter and dropping 74 meter. A 134-meter-long curtain cave lies secretly behind the main fall. There are six 'windows', five 'sitting rooms' and three springs inside the cave. It is really wonderful that you look at the rushing waterfall through the 'windows' and touch the waterfall in the shortest distance.

Just 6km away from Huangguoshu Waterfall, Tianxingqiao Scenic Resort consists of three adjoining scenic areas: Tianxingpeng area, Tianxingdong area, and the Stone Forest area above water. The most distinguished character of the scenic resort is its abundance in water, rocks, forests and caves, which compose a picturesque view for the visitors.

If you want to take some man-made souvenir for your family or friends, you will not miss the chance of visiting the Batik Museum where you could see the display of Miao people's unique technique of batik since ancient time.
 

Day 3

Anshun    Guiyang
Today, drive back to Guiyang. On the way, you will visit the Tianlong Village and Qinyan Ancient Town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guiyang

Tianlong Village is one of these ancient Tun-Bao settlements built during the reign of Emperor Hongwu by the descendants of the soldiers of the expeditionary troops of the Ming Dynasty, where locals still wear the old-style clothes of that time and keep most of the cultural traditions of the Ming Dynasty. This shows the Han's early migration from Central China to this mountainous area. You can see a similar life style to that of Central China. Moreover, you could enjoy a Chinese traditional local opera called 'Dixi' which is only found in Guizhou as your optional choice.

As an ancient town, covering an area of 741 acres, Qingyan Ancient Town was originally built in 1378. Nowadays, because of its long history and strong cultural atmosphere, Qingyan Ancient Town has become an attractive destination for numerous domestic and foreign tourists. Due to the local geology, Qingyan Ancient Town was built completely of stone. You can see spectacular city walls built right on the cliffs with vast rocks, which divided Qingyan Ancient Town into inner and outer towns.
 

Day 4

Guiyang    Kaili
In the morning, you will take a 2.5hours driving to Kaili. On arrival, take a visit to Kaili Folk Museum to have an overview of the ethnic groups in Guizhou. Then go to visit Qingman Short-skirt Miao Village by bus (1 hour) and Shiqiao Miao Village (20 minutes). The Fish in Sour and Spicy Soup is optional for your dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Kaili

Kaili is the capital city of Qiandongnan Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou. It has a population of approximately 450,000, and the area is 1,306 square meter. It is home of Miao and Ge ethnic groups. As the home to minority groups, Kaili host more than 100 Miao festivals throughout the year. It is a popular destination for backpackers and others seeking to experience rural China.

Kaili Folk Museum has a collection of over ten thousand items of different ethnic groups in the area. It boasts an ideal place to view the ethnic culture at a glance.

The riding to Miao Village is an enjoyable one. Along the way, you will find those mountains are gorgeous and the rice paddies amazing. After 20 minutes' driving, you will arrival Shiqiao Miao village, which noted for its traditional way of making paper from the tree bark. Family visit will be arranged. Return back to Kaili in the late afternoon.

Dong Minority people are extremely fond of the taste of sour and spice. As the saying goes, Dong people cannot make their lives without the sour and spice food. Among several dishes created by Dong people, the Fish in Sour and Spice Soup is the most famous. It looks like the hotpot, sharing the similar way of cooking and eating. You will have a little plate with kinds of delicious sauce including soy sauce, pepper, ginger, red pepper oil, sesame seed oil, preserved bean curd.
 

Day 5

Kaili    Xijiang    Leishan    Rongjiang
Today, you have a long distance to go from Kaili forward Rongjiang. On the way, you will arrive in Xijiang for Xijiang Miao Village (about 2 hours driving) first. Then continue your trip to Rongjiang passing by Leishan. Arrive in Rongjiang at night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Rongjiang

Xijiang Miao Village, also named 'China's Miao stockade village of one thousand households', is supposed to be the largest Miao Village in China. Researchers believe the village is the 'living fossil' to study Miao ethic minority's history and traditional culture. Senior Miao women wear their long dark hair coiled up in neat buns on the top of their heads while the younger Miao women prefer to adorn them with large colorful plastic or bone combs and pretty flowers. Each woman has her traditional clothing, head dress and other jeweler which is worn at special festivals throughout the year.

After another 4hours driving, you will reach Leishan, where you will see the beautiful countryside with terraced hillsides and quaint villages. Arrive in Rongjiang. Located in the southeast part of Guizhou Province, Rongjiang County plays an very important role of traffic hinge of Guangxi Province and Guizhou Province, linking Congjiang County, Liping County and Kail City with Sangjiang Country in Guangxi. It got its name for its city tree- Banyan planted along the Duliujiang River.
 

Day 6

Rongjiang    Zhaoxing
Today, have a visit to Chejiang Dong Village and Basha Miao Village near the Rongjiang County. Then, drive to Zhaoxing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Zhaoxing

You will find thousands of Banyans over hundred of years in Chejiang Dong Village, regarded as the No.1 Village among Dong Villages. In the late evening, local women used to wash their long black hair in the river.

Today's highlight should be Basha Miao Village and you have the chance to find out by you own. It is 7km from Congjiang County, and the village here keeping the vast majority of Miao's original character. The custom of drinking a bowl of mandatory rice wine has been remained among Miao villages. One of the distinguishing features of Miao's culture is that they pass down their history by embroidery for there is no available written language. The Miao women, known for their fine embroidery skill, begin to make their own ceremonial clothing since they have fully learnt the art in early ages. Lusheng, a kind of Chinese wind instrument, is highly developed by Miao.

Zhaoxing is famous for its Dong Villages which is the largest in China. Each village here has at least one drum tower, a wooden structure built without nails and can erect as tall as 30 meters. As the focal point of the whole town, it is the place villagers holding the special events and ceremonies such as the wedding and public meeting. Dong people lived here has a long history started from 1160. Because there is no written language, the song becomes a very important part in their daily life.
 

Day 7

Zhaoxing    Sanjiang
Visit Zhaoxing Dong Village and then, spend 5hours on road to Sanjiang 5 hours for a visit to the famous Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge and Sanjiang Drum Tower after your arrival.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Sanjiang

As one of the five Dong minority autonomous counties in China, Sanjiang has the largest population of the Dong people. Therefore, Sanjiang boasts the Dong people's distinctive architecture –the Wind and Rain Bridge and the drum tower.

Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge, spanning the Linxi River of Sanjiang County, is the reason most visitor come to Sanjiang. Built in 1916, it is 64.4 meters long (73.43 yards), 3.4 metes wide (3.72 yards) and 10.6 meters high (34.78 feet). It is an amazing piece of architecture built without use of fasteners of any kind. The bridge was constructed with wood and stones with the wooden-paved surface and railings on both sides. On the bridge, there are five tower-like kiosks with horns and eaves which resemble the flapping wings of birds. Walking into the bridge, you can sit on the bench and enjoy the picturesque scenery afar: the meandering Linxi River, growing tea trees, working peasants and turning waterwheels.

Sanjiang Drum tower is the first tower of Dong ethnic. It is a wooden structure as the symbol of Sanjiang County. The shape of Sanjiang Drum Tower is looked like a pagoda. The magnificent and elaborate structure with gray color represents Dong minority’s profound culture, both in architectural field and intelligence. The drum tower of Sanjiang is reputed as the No.1 drum tower of the world.
 

Day 8

Sanjiang    Longsheng
70km away, your next destination Longsheng is waiting for you. On arrival, take a visit to Longji Rice Terrace and Ping'an Zhuang Village in Longsheng. Stay overnight in Longsheng.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Longsheng

Longji Rice Terraces are reached from Guilin by mountain roads amid spectacular scenery. With a history of more than 700 years, the area is still being used for growing premium quality rice by Yao and Zhuang villagers. The rice terraces are built into the hillsides and look like great steps cut into the slopes as they wind around the mountainsides. This ingenious construction makes best use of the scarce arable land and water resources in the mountainous area.

The Rice Terraces are much prettier after the rain, as the morning fog is clearing or while rice is being harvested. If you like to paint or photograph dramatic, beautiful landscapes, this would be a superb destination in which to practice your art; or come here anyway just to look, gaze in awe, and take it all in; it's a Guilin must-see!

Ping'an is a Zhuang minority village high up in the mountains at Longji. The village is only accessible by foot, and from across the valley, the visitor has a first impression of entering another land as the buildings, clustered around the hillside, are all two story wooden structures resembling a European Alpine village. This is the traditional Zhuang style house and among them there are excellent guest houses that can cater to all your practical needs. Ping'an is surrounded by beautiful terraced rice fields. From a distance, the terraces look like contour lines on a topographical map, texturing the ridges, mountainsides and valleys. It is a charming environment that will have the most demanding photographer constantly busy and wearing a slightly demented grin.
 

Day 9

Longsheng    Guilin
Take about 2.5hours driving, you will reach Guilin, a small but beautiful southern city of China. Enjoy your visit to Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guilin

Guilin is world-famous for its serene landscape, Karst limestone formations, mist-covered hills and bamboo groves. It is home to more than ten ethnic groups, including Han, Zhuang, Miao, Yao, Hui and Dong. On the way from the airport to your hotel, you will see dozens of pretty hills everywhere in the city of Guilin. It is a city of hills and green trees and boasts one of the most photographed areas of China.

Reed Flute Cave is named for the special reeds, used for making flute instruments, that grow near the cave entrance. The caves are a feast for the eyes. The natural beauty of a profusion of stalactites and stalagmites, stele, stone pillars, stone curtains and stone flowers creating an infinite variety of extraordinary scenes, creatively illuminated, is bound to evoke gasps of admiration. It is fitting then, that Reed Flute Cave is commonly praised as Nature's Grand Art Palace.

Continue to the city center for the next tour attraction, pagoda-capped Elephant Trunk Hill, or Xiangbishan, the symbol of Guilin. Observed from a distance, you'll see an elephant-like form standing majestically at the confluence of the Li and Yang Rivers, with its trunk arching into the clear waters, a fantasy elephant eternally quenching a gargantuan thirst; lifelike in shape and energetic in posture.
 

Day 10

Guilin      Yangshuo    Guilin
In the morning you will be driven to the Pier for the Li River Cruise (about 4 hours, lunch served on board). Savor the fairy-tale scenery while cruising down the meandering river to Yangshuo. After disembarkation, have a leisure walk along the famous West Street.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Guilin

In the morning, be driven to Pier for your Li River Cruise. A double-decker river boat is waiting for you. The landscape from Guilin to Yangshuo is truly a masterpiece of nature. The crystal waters, straight-out-of-a-painting mountains, peaceful farm fields, hard-working-but- ever-smiling fishermen and wandering water buffaloes inspire poetic musings of Guilin's charming life. Under the blue sky, your river boat transports you in an unending daydream.

You will end up your cruise in Yangshuo, is a small oriental but Western-influenced town with a history of 1000 years. The West Street in the town earns its name since almost every one in West Street can speak fluent English and every restaurant or bar offers menus in several languages. You'll feel no borders or distance here and will soon fall under the spell of this charismatic, welcoming small-town atmosphere. Moreover, West Street is flanked by fascinating little shops and vendor stands selling a broad variety of superior quality souvenirs, perfect gifts for friends and relatives. West Streets charms increase when night comes; countless bars, cafés and bistros open till midnight with dynamic music and live bands to ensure you can have a really memorable night with your new-found friends.
 

Day 11

Departure Guilin
Bid a fond farewell to this ancient land as you leave for your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast

Service Ends

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