Daily Tour
1 person
china, English
Overview
2–8 pax small group · Driver-guide only (no on-site guide) · No arranged shopping stops · 5 hotel breakfasts · Flexible hotel class (3–5 diamond options)
Cover half of classic Guizhou in 6 days: the roaring Huangguoshu Waterfall cluster, vast underground palaces of Zhijin Cave, sacred peaks of Fanjingshan, emerald valleys of Xiaoqikong & Daqikong, terraced wooden houses in Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, and a relaxing night in Laran holiday town.
Travel by 5-seat sedan / 7-seat or 9-seat business MPV / 14-seat minivan according to group size (one seat per traveler), with a local driver-guide + 24-hour WeChat V-butler. Main entrance tickets are included; mandatory scenic shuttle package and a few optional rides are paid on site, with clear pricing.
🌊 Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area (5A) — One of China’s most famous waterfall clusters; see the main falls from eight angles and walk through Water Curtain Cave.
🪨 Zhijin Cave (Zhijin Dong, 5A) — National Geopark & National Natural Heritage Site, known as “China’s No.1 tourist cave”.
⛰ Fanjingshan — Sacred Buddhist mountain and UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Reserve; “Sky City” with the iconic Mushroom Rock and Red Cloud Golden Summit.
💎 Xiaoqikong Scenic Area (5A) — “Green gemstone on the earth’s waist”: caves, forests, waterfalls, lakes and streams in a 12 km-long narrow valley.
🏞 Daqikong Scenic Area (5A) — Primeval forest gorge, underground river, lake and natural bridge; “Oriental Arc de Triomphe” over the river.
🏘 Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village (4A) — The largest Miao village in China and the world, with more than 1,250 households and 5,600 residents.
🧳 Service perks —
One-way luggage delivery in Xijiang (1 piece ≤10 kg per person)
Complimentary snack pack & food guide & scenic guide
24-hour WeChat V-butler support
See trip details & map
Transport & Service
1–3 pax: 5-seat car; 4–5 pax: 7-seat business; 6–7 pax: 9-seat business; 8 pax: 14-seat business van (one legal seat per traveler).
No dedicated tour guide — local driver-guide + scenic tips + 24-hour V-butler.
Accommodation (5 nights) — according to chosen hotel package (3-, 4- or 5-diamond):
Guiyang — city hotels of 3–5 diamond levels (multiple reference hotels listed; same-level alternatives possible).
Anshun / Huangguoshu — local hotels / hot-spring resorts, 3–5 diamond.
Jiangkou / Tongren (for Fanjingshan) — local 3–5 diamond hotels.
Xijiang Miao Village — selected boutique inns / guesthouses (3–4 diamond).
Laran Holiday Town (Dushan) — “Laran wild luxury resort” or same-level.
First-gate Entrance Tickets
Huangguoshu Scenic Area
Zhijin Cave
Fanjingshan
Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
Daqikong Scenic Area
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
Meals
5 hotel breakfasts (buffet or set, provided by hotels).
Insurance
Domestic travel agency liability insurance
Flights / trains to and from Guiyang
Lunches and dinners; drinks and personal expenses
Driver-guide tip (optional)
Mandatory scenic internal transport (¥358 per person, pay on site):
Huangguoshu scenic shuttle ¥60
Xijiang scenic shuttle ¥30
Xiaoqikong scenic shuttle ¥50
Fanjingshan eco-bus + cableway + insurance ¥198
Zhijin Cave shuttle ¥20
Optional self-pay items (non-compulsory):
Huangguoshu escalator: round-trip ¥50, one-way ¥30
Xiaoqikong Yuanyang Lake boat: ¥30
Daqikong boat: round-trip ¥40, one-way ¥20
Personal travel insurance
Single-room supplement for solo travelers
| Day | Summary | Meals (B/L/D) | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | Arrive Guiyang · private pickup · explore city on your own | — / — / — | Guiyang |
| D2 | Huangguoshu Waterfall & sub-areas · overnight Anshun/Huangguoshu | B / — / — | Anshun / Huangguoshu |
| D3 | Zhijin Cave · drive to Jiangkou / Tongren | B / — / — | Jiangkou / Tongren |
| D4 | Fanjingshan · Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village | B / — / — | Xijiang |
| D5 | Xiaoqikong · Daqikong · drive to Laran Holiday Town | B / — / — | Laran Town |
| D6 | Laran Town · drop-off in Libo / Duyun / Guiyang | B / — / — | — |
Mountain capital arrival and first taste of Guizhou flavors.
Essentials — Arrive in Guiyang, capital of Guizhou, by flight or train. Staff will contact you in advance and meet you at the airport or station, then transfer you to your downtown hotel. No fixed sightseeing today; rest after the journey or explore on your own using our local food and sightseeing tips.
Private Pickup & Hotel Check-in
Pickup at Guiyang airport / high-speed rail / train station with name sign.
Transfer to preset city hotel and assist with check-in.
⏱ 30–60 min ｜ 🎟 Included: Private Pickup ｜ 🚶 Easy
Self-Guided Suggestions (Food & Walks)
Try sour soup fish, Qing Shui broth hotpot, spicy chicken, doumi hotpot or snack streets on Qingyun Road / Erqi Road, with 烙锅, grilled fish, siwawa, grilled brain, beef noodles, changwang noodles, Huaxi beef rice noodles.
If arrival time allows, taxi to Jiaxiu Tower, Qianling Mountain Park, Xiaochehe Wetland Park or the “internet-famous” Huaguoyuan White Palace area.
Meals/Stay — B / L / D = — / — / — ｜ Guiyang hotel
Asia’s great waterfall cluster in one day.
Essentials — After breakfast, depart around 08:00 and drive about 2 hours to Huangguoshu Scenic Area (5A). Spend about 4 hours exploring the classic three-part combo: Huangguoshu Main Waterfall, Tianxingqiao (Tianxing Bridge) Scenic Area, and Doupotang Waterfall. See the main falls from front, back, left, right, above and below; walk behind the curtain via Water Curtain Cave, and if you’re lucky, spot dynamic double rainbows over Rhinoceros Pond from morning to late afternoon. After the visit, drive back to your hotel in Anshun / Huangguoshu area for the night.
Huangguoshu Main Waterfall Area
One of Asia’s largest waterfalls; feel the power and spray from multiple viewing platforms.
Required scenic shuttle ¥60 + insurance ¥10; optional escalator ¥50 RT / ¥30 OW.
⏱ ~4 h total with sub-areas ｜ 🎟 Included: Scenic Entry ｜ 🚌 Shuttle ¥60 mandatory ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Tianxingqiao (Tianxing Bridge) Scenic Area
Natural “bonsai” of karst-stone, water and vegetation: stone forest, caves, streams and islands.
Doupotang Waterfall
Widest waterfall in the cluster; filming site for classic dramas.
Meals/Stay — B / — / — ｜ Anshun / Huangguoshu hotel
Underground palaces and a long scenic drive.
Essentials — After breakfast, drive about 1.5 hours to Zhijin Cave, a National Geopark and 5A scenic area. Enter the so-called “First Cave under Heaven” and walk for around 3.5 hours through vast halls filled with stalagmites, stone towers, stone flowers and delicate formations created over millions of years. See features like “Snow-pressed Pine”, “Lingxiao Palace”, the 17 m “Overlord Helmet” and 17 m “Silver Rain Tree”, experiencing what’s called an “underground karst museum”. After the visit, drive about 4.5 hours to Jiangkou / Tongren for your overnight stay.
Zhijin Cave (Zhijin Dong)
Multi-level cave with more than 40 types of speleothems; underground river, intermittent pools and lakes inside.
Optional electric cart ¥20 and cave insurance ¥10; cave shuttle ¥20 is included in the mandatory scenic-transport package.
⏱ ~3.5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: Scenic Entry ｜ 🚋 Optional cart ¥20 ｜ 🚶 Moderate
Drive to Jiangkou / Tongren — Evening arrival and hotel check-in.
Meals/Stay — B / — / — ｜ Jiangkou / Tongren hotel
Sky-city summit and the world’s largest Miao village.
Essentials — After breakfast, drive about 40 minutes to Fanjingshan, a UNESCO biosphere reserve and Buddhist holy mountain nicknamed the “Sky City”. Take the eco-bus and cableway (not included; together with insurance approx. ¥198) to ascend, then hike through primeval forest to sights including Red Cloud Golden Summit, Mushroom Rock and Golden Summit temples. Visit shrines, cross bridges and climb steps up to 2,336 m to overlook the Wuling Mountains. Afterwards, descend and drive on to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. At Xijiang, take the scenic shuttle into the core area, check into a stilt-house inn and enjoy free time wandering among wooden houses and terraced fields.
Note: If Fanjingshan tickets cannot be reserved or the mountain is closed due to bad weather, the scenic visit will be cancelled, and the official ticket price will be refunded. If the whole group agrees to switch to another nearby scenic area, any ticket difference will be settled at list prices.
Fanjingshan Scenic Area
National Nature Reserve, UNESCO MAB network, Buddhist mountain and Maitreya Bodhisattva site.
Eco-bus ¥48, cableway RT ¥140, scenic insurance ¥10 (together in mandatory ¥198 scenic-transport package).
⏱ ~4–5 h (hiking + sightseeing) ｜ 🎟 Included: Scenic Entry ｜ 🚌 Eco-bus + cableway + insurance ¥198 ｜ 🚶 Moderate–Challenging (many steps)
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
Over 1,250 households and 5,600 residents; major settlement of the fifth Miao migration, known as the “Thousand-Household Miao Village”.
Scenic shuttle ¥30 (in mandatory package). Wander among stilt houses, terraced fields and alleyways to learn about daily Miao life and customs.
Complimentary photo-shoot voucher may be provided according to promotion (details on site).
⏱ Afternoon & evening ｜ 🎟 Included: Village Entry ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Meals/Stay — B / — / — ｜ Xijiang Miao Village inn
Emerald valleys, waterfalls and primeval gorge, ending in a holiday town.
Essentials — After breakfast, depart Xijiang and drive about 3 hours to Libo Xiaoqikong, a World Natural Heritage 5A scenic area. In this 1 km-wide, 12 km-long valley, see Xiaoqikong ancient bridge, 68-Step Waterfall, Laya Waterfall, Wolong Pond, Cuigu Waterfall, Water Forest, Yuanyang Lake, Xiangshui River, etc. Experience walking barefoot through the water forest, where clear water flows over stone underfoot. Optionally take a boat on Yuanyang Lake (¥30). Then proceed to nearby Daqikong Scenic Area, built around primeval forest gorge, underground river, caves and a huge natural bridge over the river, dubbed the “Oriental Arc de Triomphe”. After sightseeing, drive about 2 hours to Laran Holiday Town in Dushan and check into a wild-luxury resort.
Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
Required scenic shuttle ¥50 (in mandatory package); optional Yuanyang Lake boat ¥30.
⏱ ~4–5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: Entry ｜ 🚌 Shuttle ¥50 mandatory ｜ 🚤 Boat ¥30 optional ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate
Daqikong Scenic Area
Features primeval forest, gorge, underground river, lake and caves; highlight is the high natural bridge crossing the river.
Optional boat ride ¥40 RT / ¥20 OW (non-compulsory).
⏱ ~2 h ｜ 🎟 Included: Entry ｜ 🚤 Boat optional ｜ 🚶 Moderate
Drive to Laran Town — Evening arrival and check-in at Laran wild-luxury resort.
Meals/Stay — B / — / — ｜ Laran Holiday Town resort
Flexible departure from southern Guizhou.
Essentials — After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning in Laran Town or depart according to your ticket. The operator can drop you off in Libo, Duyun or Guiyang depending on your booked train/flight:
Guiyang departure — Please book trains/flights after 16:00.
Duyun departure — Please arrange trains/flights after 12:00.
Libo departure — No time limit noted in the plan.
One-time drop-off is arranged; any additional separate transfers are at guests’ own cost.
⏱ ~2–4 h transfer ｜ 🎟 Included: Group Drop-off ｜ 🚶 Easy
Meals/End — B / — / — ｜ Tour ends
We work with these or similar hotels to ensure a stylish and comfortable stay every time.
Please select your preferred pickup location:
Pickup service is included for all guests. Our driver or guide will be waiting at your chosen location with a name sign for easy recognition.
Hotel Packages —
3-diamond: 3-diamond city hotels + one night Laran resort.
4-diamond: 4-diamond city hotels + one night Laran resort.
5-diamond: 5-diamond city hotels + one night Xijiang 4-diamond + one night Laran resort.
Breakfast — Hotel breakfasts are complimentary and non-refundable if unused.
Spice level — Local food is spicy/sour; group restaurants can be repetitive. You may bring your own snacks or condiments.
Shopping — Some scenic areas/hotels have their own shops; these are not arranged shopping stops by the agency. Purchases are your own decision and not handled as “shopping tour” complaints.
Climate & Packing — Guizhou is a subtropical humid monsoon region with frequent rain and high forest coverage. Bring mosquito repellent, motion-sickness meds, sun protection, sunglasses, hat, umbrella/raincoat and non-slip walking shoes.
Civility — Respect local customs, religion and environment; do not carve, pick plants or litter.
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Guizhou has a mild, humid climate all year, but the best time to visit Guizhou is usually from April to June and September to November. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures, greener rice terraces, and clearer views at Huangguoshu Waterfall and Fanjingshan. July–August is popular for summer holidays and ethnic festivals but can be hot, rainy, and more crowded.
For a classic Guizhou tour including Guiyang, Huangguoshu Waterfall, and Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, we recommend 4–6 days. If you want to add Fanjingshan, Libo, or more minority villages, plan 7–9 days. Slow travelers who love photography, hiking, and local culture can easily spend 10 days or more in Guizhou.
Most international visitors need a Chinese tourist visa (L visa) to enter Guizhou and travel around China. Some nationalities may be eligible for transit visa-free policies (72/144-hour transit) in certain Chinese cities. These rules can change, so please always confirm the latest China visa and transit policy with your airline and the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate before starting your Guizhou trip.
The main gateway for Guizhou travel is Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE). There are frequent domestic flights from major hubs like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, and Chongqing, plus some regional international routes. You can also combine flights with high-speed trains to reach Guizhou easily from Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, Guilin, or Changsha.
China is highly digital; most shops in Guizhou accept WeChat Pay and Alipay. Many foreign visitors can now link these apps to international bank cards, or you can top up a wallet with cash. It’s still a good idea to carry some CNY cash for small local stalls or rural markets. Inform your bank about your China trip and check any foreign transaction fees before traveling.
You can buy a local SIM card or eSIM at Guiyang Longdongbao Airport or in city telecom shops (China Mobile, China Unicom, China Telecom). Some travelers prefer a pre-booked eSIM or portable Wi-Fi device for easy setup upon arrival. Good mobile data makes it easy to use map apps, translation tools, and ride-hailing services while traveling around Guizhou.
From Guiyang Longdongbao Airport to downtown, you can take a taxi, DiDi ride-hailing car, airport shuttle bus, or metro (where available). The ride usually takes 30–50 minutes depending on traffic and your hotel location. We can also arrange a private airport transfer with an English-speaking guide or driver for a smoother start to your Guizhou tour.
Yes. Guizhou has an extensive network of high-speed trains, expressways, and buses connecting major destinations such as Guiyang, Anshun, Kaili, Tongren, and Liupanshui. For more remote minority villages and scenic spots, a private car with driver or guided tour is the most convenient and time-saving option. We tailor the transport according to your pace and comfort.
From Guiyang, Huangguoshu Waterfall is usually reached by highway (around 2–2.5 hours) via Anshun, while Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is about 2–3 hours by road via Kaili. You can go by bus or train + local transport, but most travelers prefer a private Guizhou day tour or multi-day package so transport, tickets, and timing are all handled for you.
Absolutely. Guizhou combines very well with other Southwest China highlights. Many travelers plan routes such as Guizhou + Zhangjiajie, Guizhou + Guilin / Yangshuo, or Guizhou + Yunnan (Kunming, Dali, Lijiang). Thanks to convenient high-speed trains and short flights, it’s easy to create a longer China itinerary that includes Guizhou’s ethnic culture and karst landscapes.
Popular Guizhou attractions include Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area, Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Fanjingshan (Mount Fanjing), Libo Karst Forest, Qingyan Ancient Town, and picturesque Dong and Miao villages around Kaili. You can enjoy minority culture shows, silver-work, drum towers, wind-and-rain bridges, as well as hiking, photography, and local food tasting. Our Guizhou tours can focus on nature, culture, or a mix of both.
To really experience Guizhou’s Miao and Dong culture, we recommend staying overnight in a traditional village such as Xijiang or Zhaoxing. Join local festivals, try home-cooked meals, watch singing and dancing performances, and visit family workshops for embroidery or silver jewelry. A private guide can help you communicate with villagers and understand the stories behind the customs.
During public holidays, summer vacation, and weekends, tickets and daily visitor quotas for Huangguoshu Waterfall and Fanjingshan can be tight. We recommend reserving tickets and shuttle buses in advance, especially if your travel dates are fixed. When you book a Guizhou tour package with us, we’ll arrange attraction tickets and time slots for you.
Guizhou cuisine is famous for being spicy and sour, but we can always arrange non-spicy dishes, plus Muslim-friendly or vegetarian options on request. Please tell us your dietary needs and food allergies in advance, and your guide will help communicate with restaurants so you can enjoy Guizhou’s local food comfortably and safely.
Most visitors choose Guiyang as an arrival base with good 4–5 star hotels and convenient transport. Near Huangguoshu, you can stay in Anshun or close to the scenic area for early-morning visits. In Xijiang and other villages, many travelers enjoy boutique guesthouses with traditional wooden architecture and great night views. For Fanjingshan, hotels are available in Tongren / Jiangkou or near the park entrance.
Yes, Guizhou is suitable for families with children and seniors, as long as the itinerary is planned carefully. Some areas, such as Fanjingshan, involve stairs and long walking, while other spots offer shuttle buses, cable cars, and gentle paths. We can design a slow-paced Guizhou tour with shorter transfers, more rest time, and hotel choices that are comfortable for all ages.
On request, we can arrange baby car seats for private vehicles where available, which is highly recommended for young children. Because many attractions have steps and uneven paths, strollers are less practical inside scenic areas, but you can still use them in cities and some flat sections. Please tell us your children’s ages and heights in advance so we can prepare suitable seats.
Yes, we can provide experienced English-speaking guides in Guiyang and main tourist areas of Guizhou. They will help you with check-ins, tickets, translations, and cultural explanations, making your Guizhou travel experience much smoother. For other languages, please contact us early so we can check availability.
A private Guizhou tour is fully customized for your group only, with flexible timing, your own guide and driver, and a personalized itinerary. A join-in group tour follows a fixed schedule with other travelers, which is more budget-friendly but less flexible. Tell us your travel style and budget, and we’ll suggest the best tour type for your Guizhou vacation.
Our Guizhou tour packages usually include private transport, English-speaking guide, hotel accommodation, entrance tickets listed in the itinerary, and some meals. International flights, personal expenses, optional activities, and tips are normally not included. We always send a clear inclusion & exclusion list before you confirm your booking.
If a site in your Guizhou itinerary is closed for maintenance, affected by weather, or fully booked, we will inform you as early as possible and suggest similar alternative attractions or adjust the schedule. We always try to keep the overall experience and value of your Guizhou tour at the same level or better.
Our cancellation policy and minimum group size depend on the specific Guizhou tour and travel season. We’ll clearly state the payment terms, deposit, and refund conditions before you pay. If you need to change dates or cancel, please contact us as early as possible so we can minimize any fees charged by hotels or local suppliers.
Yes, we can issue receipts or invoices for your Guizhou tour upon request. We strongly recommend that every traveler purchase comprehensive travel insurance in their home country covering medical costs, trip interruptions, and baggage. For certain activities, we may also include local insurance as required by scenic areas or service providers.
Guizhou is generally very safe for tourists, with friendly local people and low violent crime. As everywhere, keep an eye on your belongings in crowded places. Tipping is not a strong local tradition, but small tips to guides and drivers are appreciated if you’re satisfied with their service. In hotels or restaurants, tipping is optional.
China, including Guizhou, uses 220V, 50Hz electricity. The most common plug types are Type A, C, and I (two flat pins, two round pins, or three-pin angled plugs). Many hotels offer multi-standard sockets, but we still recommend bringing a universal travel adapter for your Guizhou trip.
Yes, we specialize in customized Guizhou tours. Whether you’re interested in photography, hiking, minority festivals, family-friendly activities, hot springs, or in-depth village stays, we can design a tailor-made itinerary based on your travel dates, budget, pace, and interests. Just tell us what kind of Guizhou experience you’re dreaming of, and we’ll plan the rest.
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