5-Day Guizhou: Huangguoshu Waterfall, Libo Xiaoqikong & Xijiang Miao Village

Asia’s famous waterfall cluster and TV-drama scenery.

Essentials — After breakfast, depart around 09:00 for Huangguoshu National Scenic Area (5A) . Visit Tianxingqiao , Huangguoshu Main Waterfall and Doupotang Waterfall in about four hours, then continue to Qiannan for the night. Tianxingqiao Scenic Area (Upper Section) Known as a “water stone forest” and natural bonsai garden . See Shushengbu stepping stones , the graceful Beauty Banyan , slim rock formations and quiet lakes. Walk past Gao Laozhuang , Tianxing Lake , Tianxing Cave and Feipu Bridge . ⏱ ~1–1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Eco-bus + insurance (in ¥180 package) ｜ 🚶 Moderate Huangguoshu Main Waterfall About 101 m wide and 77.8 m high, one of Asia’s largest waterfall clusters. Experience the thunder of the falls and walk into Water Curtain Cave , filming site of the 1986 TV drama Journey to the West , to hear, see and even touch the waterfall from behind. ⏱ ~1.5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Eco-bus mandatory ｜ 🛗 Escalator optional (self-paid) ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Doupotang Waterfall The widest fall in the cluster, also a filming site for the Journey to the West ending theme. Water spreads over a broad calcareous terrace; in normal flow the falls look gentle and elegant, like a thin silver curtain. ⏱ ~1 h ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Eco-bus mandatory ｜ 🚶 Easy During heavy rain or flood season, some viewing platforms may be closed for safety. If the scenic area announces closure due to force majeure, sightseeing will be cancelled or adjusted according to safety rules. Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / ✔ / — ｜ Qiannan 4★ hotel

World Natural Heritage valleys and emerald water landscapes.

Essentials — After breakfast, drive about 2 hours to Libo to explore Xiaoqikong and Daqikong , both part of the World Natural Heritage Karst region. Enjoy waterfalls, forests, canyons and lakes before checking in at your Libo hotel. Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area A narrow 12 km-long valley combining caves, forests, lakes, waterfalls and rivers. See the namesake Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge (built 1835) with seven small arches over the Xiangshui River. Visit 68-Step Waterfalls, Laya Waterfall, Wolong Pond, Cuigu Waterfall and more. Walk through the Water Forest , where clear water flows around trees and stones; feel free to get your feet a little wet. Optional Yuanyang Lake boat ride (self-paid) for calm emerald reflections. ⏱ ~3–3.5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Shuttle + insurance (in ¥180 package) ｜ 🚤 Yuanyang Lake boat optional ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate Libo Daqikong Scenic Area Located upstream of Xiaoqikong, featuring deep gorges, caves and underground rivers . Highlights include Fengshen Cave, terraced pools, high cliffs and the giant natural arch bridge praised as the “Oriental Arch of Triumph”. Boat rides near the bridge (when in operation) showcase sheer rock walls and hanging vegetation. ⏱ ~2–2.5 h ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Scenic shuttle (if used) ｜ 🚶 Moderate Paths in Xiaoqikong and Daqikong can be wet and slippery. Please wear non-slip shoes and watch your step, especially near waterfalls and streams. Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / ✔ / — ｜ Libo hotel

Ethnic culture town, long-table banquet and hillside night views.

Essentials — Travel from Libo to Danzhai Wanda Town to experience Miao and Dong ethnic culture, then continue to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village for classic hillside night scenery and a long-table banquet. Danzhai Wanda Town A lakeside cultural town built around intangible heritage, Miao and Dong culture . Features the Guinness-record waterwheel , lakeside jogging trail, flower fields and four main squares: Drum Tower Square, Golden Pheasant Square, Miao New Year Square and You Gong Square . Optional lake boat ride inside the town (included in the ¥180 small-transport package cost structure). ⏱ ~2–2.5 h including walk time ｜ 🎟 Free entry ｜ 🚌 Local transfer (if used) ｜ 🚤 Town boat included in ¥180 package ｜ 🚶 Easy Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Continue to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village (4A) and change to scenic shuttle at the entrance. The village groups more than 1,400 households and 6,000+ residents , making it one of the largest Miao settlements in China. Walk along ancient alleys, see terraced wooden stilt houses and experience traditional crafts such as Miao paper-making, rice wine, tea, songs and embroidery . In the evening, enjoy a Miao long-table banquet (group meal) and admire the hillside night view as thousands of lights turn on. ⏱ Afternoon & evening ｜ 🎟 Included: entry ｜ 🚌 Village shuttle + insurance (in ¥180 package) ｜ 🚶 Easy–Moderate There is no luggage cart service inside Xijiang. You will carry your own luggage 10–20 minutes to the inn. We suggest keeping large suitcases on the coach and bringing only an overnight bag and valuables. Meals / Stay — B / L / D = ✔ / ✔ / ✔ ｜ Xijiang 3★ inn or Kaili 4★ hotel

Easy morning and unified drop-off.

Essentials — After breakfast, depart around 09:00 . Depending on your ticket, you will be transferred to Kaili or Guiyang railway station / airport for your onward journey. The tour then ends. ⏱ 1.5–3 h total transfer time (depending on station) ｜ 🎟 Included: one-time group drop-off ｜ 🚶 Easy Recommended departure times: flights and trains after 15:00 , to allow for traffic and other delays. Extra transfers outside the unified group send-off plan are at your own expense. Meals / End — B / L / D = ✔ / — / — ｜ Tour ends