How to Plan a Trekking Tour from Zhaoxing to Tang' an

People know about Zhaoxing as the First Dong Village in China, but few of them know there is a heaven hiding in Zhaoxing, which is Tang' an. Tang' an Dong Village is located 5 km away from Zhaoxing. There are more than 170 households and 800 villagers. With a history of over 700 years, Tang' an is renowned as the most primitive Dong village in China. Tang' an is one of four Eco Reserve Areas funded by Norway in Guizhou, and Tang' an Dong Ethnic Eco-Museum is here, which is China's first ecological museum. It is a real pastoral world that is surrounded by mountains, paddy fields and lush greens.

In Tang' an, there is a large scale of Rice Terraced Field, where the view could match to the one in Longshen. Located at an altitude of 935 meters, Tang' an was built leaning the mountain. From Zhaoxing to Tang' an, it is a famous trekking route, which is called one of the seven most beautiful hiking trails in China. Zhaoxing & Tang' an Trekking earns the reputation not just for the stunning scenery of the idyllic terraced field, but also it is also the best way to know Dong's culture. This route could answer all your need for adventure, photography, and exploration of folk customs.

From Zhaoxing to Tang' an, there are three trekking routes: Mini Circuit, Medium Circuit, Grand Circuit. Here we would be pleased to show you how to plan a trekking tour from Zhaoxing to Tang' an.
 

Mini Circuit

• Detailed Route: Zhaoxing-Xiage-Tang' an
• Chinese: 肇兴——厦格——堂安
• Level: ★★★ The Mini Circuit is suitable for family travel. The elder and child is cable to finish the route.
• Duration: About 3 hours
• Sceneries: Tang' an Terraced Field

Advantage:

1. The Mini Circuit is the most popular route with the highest acceptance and easy level.
2. The older adults and children could pay easy hiking to see the stunning view of the terraced field and experience the atmosphere of ancient villages.

Tips about the Mini Circuit

From Zhaoxing to Tang' an, it earns an elevation of about 700 meters. It is recommended to take the shuttle bus up to Tang' an from Zhaoxing, and then hike back. The shuttle bus would take about 20 minutes & cost 20 per person per way.
 

Medium Circuit

• Detailed Route: Zhaoxing-Zailiu-Shangdiping-Zhaoxing
• Chinese: 肇兴——宰柳——上地坪——肇兴
• Level: ★★★★ The Medium Circuit is suitable for the people who love adventure
• Duration: About 7 hours
• Sceneries: Terraced Field, Dong Villages, Sasui Holy Mountain

Advantage:

1. The Medium Circuit could allow you a chance to get close to the Dong villages and experience the local custom and culture.
2. Pay a visit to Sasui, which is Dong's holy mountain.
3. Pay a visit to two of the Dong villages in Zhaoxing - Zailiu &Shangdiping, which is the original and no the commercial atmosphere.

Tips about the Medium Circuit

1. Prepare suitable shoes and an outdoor jacket.
2. It is recommended to bring a cup so that you could drink the mountain springs during hiking.
3. Prepare some food if you do not want to eat at the local village.
4. Zailiu is a good place for lunch as a middle point.
    

Grand Circuit

• Detailed Route:

1. Day 01: Zhaoxing-Tang' an
2. Day 02: Tang' an-Xiage-Shangdiping-Zailiu-Pingle
3. Day 03: Pingle-Dengjiang-Jitang-Jilun-Zhaoxing

• Chinese:

1. Day 01: 肇兴——堂安
2. Day 02: 堂安——厦格——上地坪——宰柳——平乐
3. Day 03: 平乐——登江——纪堂——己伦——肇兴

• Level: ★★★★★ The Grand Circuit is for the super fan of trekking. If you love adventure, then you would not miss this route.
• Duration: 3 days
• Sceneries: Terraced Field, Dong Villages, Sasui Holy Mountain

Advantage:

1. Cover all the scenery that you could see in Mini Circuit and Medium Circuit.
2. Cover the eight Dong villages in Zhaoxing and the Sasui Holy Mountain.
3. Experience the most authentic life of local people.
4. Have a chance to fully understand the local custom and culture.
5. Challenge yourself and obtain the ability of field survival.

Tips about the Grand Circuit

1. Prepare the suitable shoes and outdoor jacket
2. There are many mountain springs on the whole route. It is recommended to bring a cup
3. Prepare high-calorie food according to the duration of the trekking
4. There are different mountain paths on the way, and it is necessary to have a local guide with you.
5. The accommodation in the villages could only satisfy the basic needs, and it could not compare to the standard hotels in the city.
6. The meals could be served at the villages for local food.
    

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Tang' an is truly a people-centered living museum, person and event being part of the collection. For visitors to get a deep understanding of the Dong people, the eco-museum is the right spot.

The Mini Circuit and Medium Circuit is dominated by the overall scenery, while the Grand Circuit is dominated by the quiet villages. Different village owns different atmosphere and character. The villages are pure and natural, where the local people begin to work at sunrise and retire at sunset, living a primitive life. The local people are simple and friendly to foreign visitors, so it is easy to get immersed in their circle.

We would be glad to help you plan a trip to Tang' an if you would like to experience the local life and appreciate the stunning view at the same time.