3 Days Guizhou Itinerary

3 Days Guizhou Travel Itinerary

Guizhou is a kingdom of mountains, a world of water, and a museum of caves. Nature has created Guizhou's unique landforms. Its distinctive mountains and rivers are becoming a destination people long to visit. If you only have three days to explore Guizhou, how can you make the most of your time and fully experience its allure? This guide will provide you with a detailed itinerary for an unforgettable three-day trip, ensuring that you can explore Guizhou to the fullest without missing out on its wonders.

3 Days Guizhou Itinerary for Family with Kids

Qianhu Miao Village, Xijiang, Guizhou

Day 1: Encounter with the Beautiful Waterfall

Depart from Guiyang and head to the Huangguoshu Scenic Area to view the magnificent Huangguoshu Waterfall from the observation deck. You can also walk behind the waterfall to experience its beauty from another perspective. Afterwards, visit other attractions such as Tianxing Bridge, another highlight of the Huangguoshu Scenic Area. In the evening, return to Guiyang to see Jiaxiu Tower and explore local delicacies along the snack streets.

Day 2: Explore the Beauty of the Miao Village

Leave for Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village to watch Miao singing and dancing performances and experience the charm of the village. For lunch, you can try the local specialty sour soup fish. In the afternoon, try on traditional Miao clothing and appreciate the embroidery and silver ornaments. When night falls, go up to the viewing platform to admire the village's night scenery, which looks like a galaxy descending to earth. In the evening, you may choose to stay in a stilted wooden guesthouse.

Day 3: Immerse in the Penjing-like Landscape

After breakfast, you can go up to the viewing platform again to enjoy the morning sight of the Miao village, then head to the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area. Start by visiting the Xiaoqikong Bridge, then follow the route to slowly admire the waterfalls and forests along the way. Finally, arrive at Wolong Pond, where you can also enjoy a rafting experience.

3 Days Guizhou Itinerary for Seniors with Slow Pace

Huangguoshu Waterfall

Day 1: Have a Citywalk in Guiyang

After arriving in Guiyang, Guizhou, check in at your reserved hotel and rest. Then head to Qingyan Ancient Town to visit the Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and sample local delicacies. Return to the city in the evening for dinner, followed by a visit to the night view of Jiaxiu Tower. If you still have energy, you can take a stroll through Qingyun Market.

Day 2: Visit the Famous Waterfall

After breakfast, head to the Huangguoshu Scenery Spot to admire the world-famous Huangguoshu Waterfall. The area is quite large, so you can take the sightseeing shuttle to avoid exhaustion. Other major attractions, such as Tianxing Bridge, are located in the lower section of the route, so try to complete the entire walk if possible. In the evening, return to Guiyang and have a good rest.

Day 3: Enjoy Your Leisurely Time

In the morning, head to Qianlingshan Park, where you can hike, enjoy the lake scenery, and watch lively monkeys. From the mountain top, you will get a panoramic view of Guiyang, a sight not to be missed if you are up for the climb. In the afternoon, visit Wenchang Pavilion, one of Guiyang's landmarks, and walk around the pavilion to admire the elegant eaves and intricate brackets of Ming Dynasty architecture.

3 Days Guizhou Itinerary for Young Travelers

Xingyi Wanfenglin

Day 1: Tour to the Southwestern Guizhou

Depart from Guiyang by high-speed train or fly directly to Xingyi, then visit the main scenic area of the Maling River Canyon. Waterfalls cascade from the sky, and rainbows weave freely through the mist, just like a natural humidifier. In the evening, you may choose to stay overnight in Xingyi County or at a hotel within the scenic area.

Day 2: Admire the Spectacular Pinnacles

In the morning, head to the Wanfenglin Scenic Spot and take a sightseeing bus along the mountain slopes to enjoy the views of Wanfenglin, the Bagua Fields, and the Bouyei ethnic villages. At noon, you can try a local Bouyei farmhouse meal. In the afternoon, rent an electric bike or bicycle to ride freely along the countryside trails and wait for the stunning sunset over the golden mountains. In the evening, still stay at Xingyi.

Day 3: Soak Yourself in Beautiful Nature

Travel from Xingyi to the Huangguoshu Scenic Area, first visiting the Tianxingqiao Scenic Area to admire the unique stone formations created by the harmonious blend of rocks, water, and trees. Then explore the magnificent Huangguoshu Waterfall, walking through the Water Curtain Cave to experience the beauty of nature. In the afternoon, return to Guiyang to spend the remainder of your trip.

3 Days Guizhou cultural Immersion Itinerary

Short Skirt Minority, Guizhou

Day 1: Learn about the History and Custom

The first stop in Guizhou is the Guizhou Provincial Museum, where you can explore the history and culture of Guizhou. In the afternoon, head to the Qingyan Ancient Town and stroll along the stone-paved streets to admire the Ming and Qing-style architecture. After dinner, return to the city center to enjoy the night view of Jiaxiu Tower, then visit Qingyun Night Market to experience Guiyang's vibrant nightlife.

Day 2: Recognize the Miao Culture in Guizhou

Leave for Xiasi Ancient Town from Guiyang, where is a melting pot of Miao, Muram and Han cultures. Then take a high-speed train to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, the largest Miao village around the world. After dinner, stroll through the village along its rustic pathways, admire Miao embroidery and silverwork, and then go up to the viewing platform to enjoy the magnificent night view of the village. Stay overnight in a local stilted wooden guesthouse.

Day 3: Experience the Heritages of the Miao

Travel to Langde Miao Village, the hometown of Chinese folk art, and to Guizhou's first open-air Miao village museum. The village preserves authentic Miao traditions, with ancient stilted houses and covered wind-and-rain bridges. Here, you can experience traditional Miao welcome ceremonies, Miao songs and dances, and even Miao wedding customs, gaining a genuine taste of Miao culture.

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