7-Day Guizhou Scenic & Cultural Journey

Perfectly Paired with Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang

An ideal extension to a Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang Ancient Town journey, this 7-day adventure continues south into Guizhou, connecting dramatic mountain landscapes, historic towns, Miao culture and spectacular karst scenery.

What Makes This Journey Different

Explore More. Experience More.

Go beyond Guizhou’s iconic attractions and discover the province through its mountains, ancient towns and living traditions. Ride to the summit of Fanjing Mountain, wander through historic towns, join a Miao Long Table Banquet, meet traditional craftsmen and try your hand at local intangible heritage. It is a journey designed not just to see Guizhou, but to experience it.

Tour Highlights

• Fanjing Mountain & Its Sacred Peaks
  Ascend Fanjing Mountain by cable car to the spectacular Golden Summit, surrounded by dramatic peaks, clouds and ancient Buddhist landscapes.

• Two Timeless Ancient Towns
  Discover the historic charm of Zhenyuan Ancient Town and its riverside nightscape, while beginning the journey in the beautifully preserved Ming–Qing architecture of Fenghuang.

• Living Miao Culture in Xijiang
  Experience the vibrant traditions of the Miao people through traditional costumes, silver craftsmanship, ethnic music and dance, a memorable Long Table Banquet and an atmospheric evening walk through the village.

• Guizhou’s Living Intangible Heritage
  Meet traditional birdcage craftsmen in Kalau and discover Danzhai’s heritage through optional hands-on experiences in batik, ancient grass-paper making and Miao embroidery.

• A Glimpse of Gaoyao Terraced Fields
  Weather permitting, stop at Gaoyao Terraced Fields to admire the layered mountain scenery and traditional agricultural landscapes of southeastern Guizhou.

• Libo’s Emerald Karst Landscapes
  Explore Xiaoqikong, where turquoise pools, cascading waterfalls, ancient bridges and lush forests create some of Guizhou’s most beautiful natural scenery.

• The Grandeur of Huangguoshu
  Experience one of China’s most spectacular waterfalls, combined with the tranquil waterways and limestone landscapes of Dragon Palace Scenic Area.

Itinerary （Recommended Travel Period: May–June & September–October）

Day 1 | Fenghuang Ancient Town – Tongren (1.5hrs drive)

Pick-up service from Fenghuang Ancient Town in the afternoon, then transfer to hotel in Tongren.

Self-exploration optional: Zhongnanmen Ancient Town, well-preserved architectures of Ming and Qing dynasties.

Overnight: Tongren

Day 2 | Tongren – Fanjing Mountain – Zhenyuan (1hr to Fanjing Mountain, then 2.5hrs to Zhenyuan)

Morning: Take cable car up to Golden Summit of Fanjing Mountain, visit Prince Stone and Phoenix Mountain. Round-trip sightseeing bus and cable car included. Afternoon: Travel to Zhenyuan. Explore Qinglong Cave Architectural Complex (ticket included), and enjoy the night view of Zhenyuan Ancient Town (boat ticket excluded).

Overnight: Zhenyuan

Day 3 | Zhenyuan – Xijiang (2hrs drive)

Depart after breakfast for Xijiang. Visit Xijiang One Thousand Household Miao Village: Viewing Platform, Miao costume experience, Wind & Rain Bridge, Silver Jewelry Street, Miao Museum, Miao singing & dancing performance (11:30 or afternoon session). Enjoy Xijiang Long Table Banquet and night tour of the village. Environmental protection bus included.

Overnight: Xijiang

Day 4 | Xijiang – Danzhai – Libo (1.5hrs to Danzhai, then 1.5hrs to Libo)

Drive to Danzhai, pass by Kalau Birdcage Village to watch intangible heritage craftsmen making birdcages (Optional: 1-hour mini birdcage handcraft experience). Visit Danzhai Wanda Town (Optional intangible heritage activities: Batik, ancient grass paper making, Miao embroidery). Stop at Gaoyao Terraced Fields for sightseeing (subject to weather). Check in at hotel in Libo in the evening.

Overnight: Libo

Day 5 | Libo – Anshun (3hrs drive)

Morning: Tour Xiaoqikong Scenic Area: Seven-Arch Bridge, Laya Waterfall, 68-Level Waterfall, Water Forest and Wolong Pool. Afternoon: Transfer to Anshun.

Overnight: Anshun

Day 6 | Anshun – Guiyang (2hrs drive)

Morning: Visit Huangguoshu Waterfall (environmental protection bus & one-way escalator included) and Dragon Palace Scenic Area (entrance ticket, boat ticket & electric shuttle bus included). Return to Guiyang.

Optional evening activity: Watch Colorful Guizhou show.

Overnight: Guiyang

Day 7 | Departure from Guiyang Transfer to airport / high-speed railway station for your departure.