7-day Guangdong Hundred-Mile Gallery – Mountains and Water Scenery Journey
This journey invites you to explore the natural wonders of Guangdong’s mountains and rivers. Over 7 days, you will experience the majestic grandeur of Shimen National Forest Park, the awe-inspiring waterfalls of Gulong Grand Canyon, the unique underground river of Lianzhou, and the beautiful Xiangjiang Three Gorges. This trip is also a collision of picturesque landscapes and distinctive ethnic cultures, sure to leave you enchanted.
A suggested 7-day itinerary：
| Date | tourist attraction |
| D1 Guangzhou Entry – Conghua |
Shimen National Forest Park |
| D2 Conghua-Qingyuan |
Gulong Gorge Cloud Sky Glass Bridge (glass bridge + suspended platform + Nine Dragons Waterfall), Qingyuan pedestrian street |
| D3 Qingyuan-Lianzhou |
Lianzhou Underground River, Huan川Three Gorges Scenic Area, Pedestrian Street |
| D4 Lianzhou-Liannan |
Lian Nan Nangang Millennium Yao Village, Ten Thousand Mountains Pay Homage to the King |
| D5 Lian Nan-Ying De-Qing Yuan |
Lian Nan-Ying De-Qing Yuan |
| D6 Qingyuan-Guangzhou |
Appearance: Little Waist of Guangzhou Tower, Haixinsha Island, Huacheng Square, New Xijibaiwan, Yongqingfang |
| D7 departing from Guangzhou |
After the trip ends, we will take you to the airport to fly back to your cozy home. |
Travel experience：
Experience Guangzhou Tram
Enjoy the most beautiful seven-kilometer route, with stunning scenery along the way. For most of the journey, you’ll be driving alongside the Pearl River. You can take the entire trip and get off at your favorite stop on the way back, taking the opportunity to explore and take some photos.
Enter the Gulong Gorge Scenic Area and experience Sky City – Cloud Sky Glass King
It floats at an altitude of 530 meters atop the mountains and above the waterfalls in the Old Dragon Gorge, emerging from the sheer cliffs, with a total length of 1,300 meters and an area of 12,000 square meters, truly deserving its name as a sky city.
key attractions：
Shimen National Forest Park is the best place for leisure and vacation, adventure, summer retreat, and returning to nature.
Walking through the Gulong Gorge Scenic Area, you find yourself in a sky city amidst mountains and waterfalls.
Lianzhou Underground River, with its grand scale, magnificent scenery, and unique combination, can be considered a marvel of Lingnan.
The banks of the Huan River’s Three Gorges are lush with verdant forests and bamboo, and wildflowers bloom in abundance. Waterfalls follow one after another, resembling curtains, silk ribbons, and jade belts; the mountain slopes narrow sharply, as if cut by a knife; the water rushes tightly, like firewood bound together in haste.
The Qian Nian Yao Village is the largest, oldest, and most distinctive Yao village in China and even the world,堪称a marvel of architectural wonders and an ideal site for human habitation.
Cave Heaven Fairyland — South China’s First Pit
Check-in at business district：
Guangzhou Yongqingfang: The perfect place to explore Xiguan culture and cuisine.
Immerse yourself in the most authentic Old Xiguan experience, featuring typical Xiguan houses, arcade streets, ancient Cantonese opera culture, and a variety of local delicacies. This historically rich area is a must-visit for every tourist exploring the traditional charm of Guangzhou.
Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street
It gathers the culinary culture of Old Xiguan, Lingnan cuisine, and Lingnan folk customs. The landmark building of Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street is the continuous kilometer-long arcade street.
tasting gourmet food:
Enjoy traditional Cantonese dim sum and morning tea, which includes breakfast and tea drinking.
We have specially arranged a popular local traditional Chinese restaurant for you, where you can savor authentic Cantonese breakfast and experience the leisurely local lifestyle.
Best Time to Go:
Spring, summer, autumn, and winter; Qingming Festival, Double Ninth Festival; try to avoid major holidays such as National Day, Chinese New Year, Canton Fair, and ASEAN Expo. Travel during off-peak times for a better experience and save money!
A detailed 7-day itinerary：
The following itinerary is for your reference. If you have other needs, we would be honored to arrange professional travel planners for you. They will tailor a special itinerary based on your interests, schedule, and budget.
Day 1: Arrival in Guangzhou – Head to Conghua
Welcome to Guangzhou! To ensure a worry-free journey, your personal guide will meet you at the airport arrivals hall and then take you by bus to Conghua to visit the Shimen National Forest Park. After the tour, you will head to the hotel for rest.
Dinner arrangements: Dinner
Transportation: Bus
Hotel options:
Pamei Hotel (4-star)
Yunling Lake Hotel (5-star)
Day 2: From Chashan to Qingyuan
After breakfast, head to Qingyuan, visit the ancient Longxia Gorge (glass bridge + suspended platform + Nine Dragon Waterfall), and explore Qingyuan Pedestrian Street.
The Yun Tian Bo Ba glass bridge is located within the famous Gulong Gorge Scenic Area in Qingyuan City. The Gulong Gorge is densely forested and features the Gulong Grand Canyon, which integrates waterfalls, deep pools, peculiar rocks, and lush forests. Among these attractions, the Wan Zhang Ya waterfall stands out with a single drop of 131 meters. The Gulong Gorge Scenic Area has developed five major project clusters from top to bottom: Yun Tian Bo Ba, Sky Adventure, Waterfall Cluster, International Rafting, and Net Celebrity River Valley, earning 12 certifications for world records. From rushing through rapids to exploring the forest to enjoying aerial views, Gulong Gorge offers an all-encompassing experience of land, water, and air adventures.
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch & dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Qingyuan Meilin International Hotel (4-star)
Qingyuan New Hilton International Hotel (5-star)
Day 3: Qingyuan to Lianzhou
After breakfast today, I took a car to Lianzhou, visited the Lianzhou Underground River and Huanjiang Three Gorges Scenic Area, and walked along the pedestrian street.
The Lianzhou Underground River Scenic Area features unique landscapes and grand scenery. The entire cave system consists of three levels, spanning four mountain peaks, with an exploration area covering 60,000 square meters. The first level includes an underground river that can be toured by boat. Inside the cave, there is also a waterfall that resembles a white silk ribbon dancing in the air, with splashing water droplets. The second and third levels are terrestrial, allowing visitors to admire the diverse stalactites and enjoy the dreamlike fairyland of the Yao Pool. Additionally, visitors can learn about geological knowledge such as the formation of the cave over millions of years and the awe-inspiring craftsmanship of nature.
The Huan River Three Gorges consist of three majestic gorges: Yangtiao Gorge, Lengja Gorge, and Fairy Gorge. During the Qing Dynasty, the magistrate Lin Hua Wǎn said, ‘Among all the famous scenic spots across the nine provinces, few can compare with the unique and extraordinary beauty of these connected gorges, comparable only to the Wushan Gorges.’ The divine craftsmanship of nature’s master sculptor has carved the mountains and waters here into a poetic corridor that combines the perilous charm of the Yangtze River Gorges with the enchanting beauty of the Li River landscape. A boat tour of the Huan River Three Gorges offers views of the ancient ‘Eight Scenic Spots of Huan River’: Distant View of Jin Peak, Evening Mist over Gui Peak, Verdant Droplets on Xiuyan Rock, Spring Floods of Shuangxi Creek, Dawn Moon over Lengja Peak, Rainfall at Longtan Pool, Stacked Offerings at Kun Lake, and Cold Forest of Jingfu.
Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Lianzhou Baitui Hotel (4-star)
Lianzhou Baotong Mingzhu Grand Hotel (5-star)
Day 4: Lianzhou to Liannan
After breakfast, head to Lian Nan, and along the way, visit Wan Shan Chao Wang and tour the thousand-year-old Yao village.
The Millennium Yao Village is located at the forefront of the Bai Li Yao Mountains, where myriad mountains pay homage to their king. The village gate stands at an altitude of 808 meters and is known as the Chief’s Row. It covers an area of 159 acres, having been established during the Song Dynasty and boasting over a thousand years of history. It is a National AAAA-level tourist attraction, recognized as one of China’s Historic and Cultural Villages, and also among the top ten most beautiful ancient villages in Guangdong Province. The Millennium Yao Village is the largest, oldest, and most distinctive Yao village in both China and the world, earning it the reputation of being a world architectural wonder and a prime location for human habitation. It has been honored with titles such as ‘China’s Historic and Cultural Village’ and ‘One of China’s Top Ten Most Beautiful Towns and Villages.’
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch & dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel selection:
Jinyao Peak Hotel (5-star)
Day 5: Nanlian to Yingde to Qingyuan
After breakfast, head to Yingde, take a boat tour of the Fairyland Caves, the Rainbow Sinkhole, and the Yingxi Peak Forest Town (including Xiao Zhaozhou Bridge and others).
The Dòngtiān Jiānjìng scenic area relies on its unique karst topography and rugged geographical features, integrating mountains, water, rocks, pools, stalactites, waterfalls, sky bridges, sinkholes, and oases. Boating in the sinkhole reveals towering stalactites and picturesque stone pillars, with crystal-clear, colorful reflections creating a natural white jade Guanyin statue. Walking through iron chain bridges and hiking the ‘Sky Piercing Suspended Bridge’ highlights the combination of nature’s wonders and human ingenuity. Along the river, over a hundred scenic spots, each with its own characteristics, can be enjoyed. It is an eco-tourism destination that offers a variety of attractions including the ‘Sinkhole Wonder’, the Glass Observation Deck of the Nine Dragons Star, glass slides, recreational activities, local cuisine, and outdoor adventures.
The Yingxi Peak Forest Scenic Area is located 60 kilometers southwest of Yining City, Guangdong Province, spanning Jiulong, Huanghua (formerly Mingjing Town), and Yanbei towns. It is a valley surrounded by mountains, featuring karst topography. The natural scenery resembles that of Guilin, earning it the nickname ‘Little Guilin of Yingxi’. This area is densely populated with over a thousand limestone peaks, streams, caves, and ancient buildings, making it the longest and most densely packed peak forest scenic area in Guangdong Province.
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch & dinner
Transportation: bus
Accommodation selection:
Qingyuan Full Season Hotel (4-star)
Qingyuan Xin Haoke International Hotel (5-star)
Day 6: Qingyuan to Guangzhou
“Marvel at Guangzhou’s iconic landmarks—the curvaceous Canton Tower (‘Little Waist’), Haixinsha Island, and Flower City Square. Explore heritage sites like Xiguan Grand Houses and the revitalized Yongqing Fang, then hop on the sightseeing tram for a breezy tour. Don’t miss Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, where you’ll taste Cantonese delicacies so delicious they’ll make you soar!
Haixinsha Island is the endpoint of the central axis of Zhujiang New Town’s core area. As one of the few small islands in the Pearl River, Haixinsha has always been positioned as an ecological and recreational island.
Huacheng Square is known as Guangzhou’s ‘City Living Room’, featuring over 600 large and ancient trees, a two-kilometer-long wooden walkway, and a floating island lake covering more than 15,000 square meters. The surrounding area is planned to have 39 buildings, including the new Guangzhou Library, Guangzhou Opera House, the new Guangdong Museum, Guangzhou Second Children’s Palace, Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, and Guangzhou International Finance Centre.
Guangzhou’s Xiguan Yongqingfang Tourism Area gathers Xiguan charm, arcade buildings, Lingnan opera, making it one of the places with the most distinctive Lingnan cultural flavor. It boasts the most well-preserved cluster of arcade buildings and Republican-era architecture blending Chinese and Western styles, rich in historical and cultural heritage.
The renowned Shangxiajiu Commercial Street stretches from Shangxiajiu Road in the east to Xipu West in the west, spanning Baohua Road and Wenchang Road. The entire street is lined with over 300 shops, featuring the traditional food culture of Old Xiaguan, Cantonese cuisine, and Lingnan folk customs.
Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Guangzhou Ibis Styles Hotel Yongqingfang (4-star)
Guangzhou Poly Holiday Inn (5-star)
Day 7 Departure from Guangzhou
After breakfast, enjoy free activities. When your 7-day Guangdong Hundred-Mile Gallery – Scenic Memories tour ends, your private guide and driver will take you to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for your flight back home.
Meal arrangement: breakfast
Transportation: bus
hotel selection：
Recommendation for boutique hotels to enrich your travel experience.
Membership fee quotation：
The price depends on your travel plans, travel dates, number of people, and the hotel and meal requirements you choose.
The price includes：
- travel bus
- Chinese-English bilingual tour guide
- The attractions, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary.
- Travel insurance
- 24/7 customer service hotline during travel
