8-day tour of Guizhou’s natural wonders and ethnic minority culture
This trip begins with an international flight to Nanning, a southern Chinese city in Guangxi. From Nanning, we’ll take a high-speed train into Guizhou, a province renowned for its picturesque karst landscapes and idyllic ethnic villages. The breathtaking scenery, combined with the rich cultural heritage of Guizhou’s minority groups, presents the most vibrant and colorful side of this enchanting region.
8-day recommended itinerary：
| Date | tourist attraction |
| D1 Entering Nanning |
Three streets and two alleys |
| D2 Nanning-Liboping |
Xiaoqikong & Daqikong Scenic Area |
| D3 Lijie – Xijiang |
Xijiang Thousand Household Miao Village |
| D4 Xijiang-Anshun |
Tianlong Tunpu |
| D5 Anshun-Xingyi |
Huangguoshu Waterfall Group |
| D6 Xingyi |
Wanfenglin Scenic Area Wanfeng Lake |
| D7 Xingyi-Guiyang |
Ma’linghe Grand Canyon, Jiaxiulou |
| D8 Departure from Guiyang to Nanning |
After the trip ends, we will take you to the airport to fly back to your cozy home. |
unique experience：
Explore the mysterious villages of ethnic minorities hidden deep in the mountains.
“Into the Villages of the Buyi and Miao: Experiencing Guizhou’s Diverse Ethnic Cultures and Fading Ancient Traditions
Step into Guizhou’s Karst Peak Forest Kingdom: Marvel at Nature’s Masterpiece of Divine Craftsmanship”
key attractions：
World Natural Heritage Site – The Seven Holes, Large and Small
Nestled along the 25th parallel north, Libo’s karst terrain blooms with rare biodiversity. The ethereal blue waters of Xiaoqikong’s travertine pools – mineral-rich and impossibly translucent – have earned it the nickname ‘Earth’s Emerald Necklace.’ This living geology museum showcases how water and limestone dance to create natural art over millennia.
Visit Xijiang Thousand-Household Miao Village — The World’s Largest Miao Settlement” Alternative Versions
When Night Falls on Xijiang’s Thousand-Household Miao Village, A Soul-Stirring Visual Spectacle Unfolds
Home to One of the World’s Largest Waterfall Clusters & Filming Location for Journey to the West”
Known as the ‘First Waterfall of China,’ Huangguoshu Waterfall features the Water Curtain Cave, which was used as the setting for Sun Wukong’s cave in the TV series ‘Journey to the West.’
China National Geography describes the Wanfenglin as one of the earliest places in China to welcome spring scenery, and it is also one of the five most beautiful peak forests in China.
Wanfenglin’s karst pinnacles rise like brushstrokes from a celestial ink painting, while the villages at their feet unfold as an idyllic rural tableau—together composing nature’s perfect masterpiece.
Trendy people check-in at popular shopping districts.：
Nanning Historical and Cultural Street District – Three Streets and Two Alleys
Three Streets and Two Alleys” where the architectural legacy of late Qing and early Republican China comes alive, brimming with unbroken (yānhuóqì, ‘vibrant local life’) from dawn till lantern-lit nights.
Qingyun Market – The First Stop of Guiyang’s Culinary World
Qingyun Market where Guiyang’s culinary soul collides with cultural innovation, blending time-honored traditions with avant-garde trends, all pulsing with the city’s unyielding (yānhuó qì – ‘vibrant local life’).”
tasting gourmet food：
Arriving in Guizhou, attend a Miao ethnic long table banquet with unique minority characteristics.
The Miao people are a warm and hospitable ethnic group. Miao young women sing mountain songs while pouring you a full cup of sweet rice wine in the traditional ‘High Mountains Flowing Water’ drinking ceremony—an unforgettable cultural experience!
Best Time to Go:
Smart Travel Tip: Avoid Peak Seasons for a Better & Cheaper Trip!Best Times to Visit (Low Crowds, Better Experience, Lower Costs
An 8-day detailed itinerary
The following itinerary is for your reference. If you have other needs, we would be honored to arrange professional travel planners for you, who will tailor a personalized itinerary based on your interests, schedule, and budget
Day 1 Departure from Nanning
To ensure a hassle-free journey, your private guide will greet you at the airport arrival hall, then escort you to a comfortable shuttle bus for a smooth transfer to your hotel. After check-in, we’ll dive straight into Nanning’s rich heritage with a visit to its most famous historic district
The San Street Liang Alley Historical and Cultural Block features City God Temple, Urban Construction Museum, Chinese Film Theatre, Deng Yingchao Memorial Hall, and various specialty shops with local characteristics. Here, you can experience the locals’ leisurely and nostalgic atmosphere.。
Dinner arrangements: Dinner
Transportation: Bus
Hotel selection:
Nanning Hotel（4-star）
Nanning Liyuan Vision International Hotel（5-star）
Day 2: Nanning to Libo
After breakfast, take the high-speed train to Libo and visit the World Natural Heritage site – the Big and Small Seven Holes Scenic Area.。
Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area is renowned for its unique karst topography, emerald waters, and magnificent waterfalls, earning it the title of ‘the green gem on Earth’s belt’. Xiaoqikong boasts a pristine natural wonder that integrates mountains, rivers, forests, caves, lakes, and waterfalls, forming over a hundred tourist attractions.
Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Transportation: bus and high-speed train.
Hotel selection:
Libo Tiantai Hotel（4-star）
Lijie Four Seasons Garden（5-star）
Day 3: Liupanshui to Xijiang
After breakfast, board the bus to Xijiang and explore the world’s largest Miao ethnic settlement—Xijiang Thousand Household Miao Village
This is China’s one-and-only, world-unparalleled ‘Miao Capital’—a living masterpiece of ethnic heritage. With 1,468 households and over 6,000 residents, a staggering 99.5% are native Miao people, earning its title as the largest Miao settlement on Earth。
Enjoy the magnificent night view of the Miao village in the evening. A special Miao costume change experience is included.
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch – Kaili sour fish soup & dinner – Miao ethnic long table banquet;
Transportation: bus
Hotel Selection:
Xijiang Qianyun Mountain House Hotel (4-star)
Xijiang Sanchunli Characteristic Homestay (high-end homestay within the scenic area)
Day 4: Xijiang-Anshun
After breakfast today, we took a car to Anshun and visited Tianlong Tounpu.。
Tianlong Tunnong Village retains the customs of the Ming Dynasty, being historically an important post station and a significant military garrison. Walking through the village feels like a journey back in time, with every scene and object vividly showcasing the grandeur of that era.
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch & dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Anshun Half-Mountain Hotel (4-star)
Anshun DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (5-star)
Day 5: Anshun
Visit Asia’s largest waterfall, Huangguoshu Waterfall, explore attractions such as Shuilian Cave, Tianxing Bridge, and Doupotang, and experience the grandeur of the rushing river plunging down from over 70 meters high cliffs.
Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Transportation: bus.
Hotel options: Anshun Half-Mountain Hotel (4-star) and
Anshun DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (5-star).
Day 6: Anshun to Xingyi
After breakfast, take a bus to Xingyi to visit the most beautiful peak of China, Wanfenglin (including an eco-friendly vehicle), and Baguati. After lunch, tour Wanfeng Lake (including a boat ride). Visit the Chinese Hogwarts Castle – Jilong Castle. After dinner, stroll through the commercial center of Xingyi.。
Meal arrangements: Breakfast & Lunch — Eight traditional dishes of the Buyei ethnic group + Bamboo basket feast & Dinner
Transportation: Bus
Hotel options:
Xingyi Lakeview International Hotel (4-star)
Xingyi Guolong Aparthotel (5-star)
Day 7: Xingyi to Guiyang
Morning Adventure: Maling River Grand Canyon “Prepare to witness nature’s masterpiece—where waterfalls cascade between Jurassic-era cliffs, and ancient trees cling to the canyon walls like living sculptures
Afterwards, take a bus back to Guiyang and visit Qianling Mountain Park, which integrates mountains, forests, springs, lakes, caves, temples, and animals, renowned for its pristine beauty. It is known as ‘precious within the city, beautiful in nature.’
Meal arrangements: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transportation: bus
Hotel options:
Guiyang Daxiya Hotel (4-star)
Guiyang Pullman Hotel (5-star)
Day 8: Guiyang to Nanning to Departure Location
At the end of your 8-day tour of Guizhou’s natural wonders and ethnic minority culture, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the high-speed railway station, where you will board a high-speed train to Nanning, then transfer to an international flight back home.
Meal arrangements: breakfast & lunch
Transportation: bus & high-speed train
hotel selection：
Recommendation for boutique hotels to enrich your travel experience.
tour cost quotation, ：
The price depends on your travel plans, travel dates, number of people, and the hotel and meal preferences you choose.
The price includes：
- travel bus
- Chinese-English bilingual tour guide
- The attractions, hotels, and meals listed on the itinerary.
- Travel insurance
- 24/7 customer service hotline during travel
