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6-Day Guizhou Tour with Mt. Fanjing

Encounter Ethnic Warmth and Isolated Beauty

6-Day Guizhou Tour with Mt.Fanjing

Guizhou, a China province of with a high percentage of mountainous land, often seems a low-key destination among other provinces. But it's Guizhou's mountains that protect its colorful ethnic minority culture, unchanged folk customs, and special historical sites.

In this 6-day Guizhou tour, you will start from the capital city, Guiyang, and head eastwards tovisit the beautiful minority villages, peaceful ancient towns, and witness isolated UNESCO Natural Heritage sites.

Tour "Wow" Points

Climb to the Top of a Peak“神仙住的地方”

See the cloud-wrapped mushroom rock at UNESCO World Heritage site — Fanjing Mountain. Witness Guizhou's amazing hidden scenic treasures.

temple on the top of the peak
a peak of Mt. Fanjing in winter

DiscoverTerraced FieldsHidden in the Mountains

Visit a village surrounded by terraced rice fields, which is normally missed by other tourists. Admire a masterpiece of local people's wisdom and hard work

the bridge with a pavillion
paint the terraced fields

Drinka Cup of Rice Wine and Enjoy a Miao People's Dance

Feel the hospitality of the Miao people when visiting their village. Learn about their interesting customs for welcoming guests.

welcome rice wine
miao ladies with colorful dress

Paintand Learn How to Make Stunning Batiks

Villagers dye white cloth blue by using the indigo plant and paint various patterns with wax. You will have a chance to step into their dye house, see how batik is made, and try dying some cloth.

a lady is making batiks
a girl with the red traditional dress

Experimentwith the Oldest Way to Make Paper

Find the local heirs of rural China's traditional papermaking methods, and learn how their intelligent ancestors were able to make paper simply from wood, without science and machines, thousands of years ago.

hand-made paper
hand-made paper with flowers and leaves

Feel theBeauty of an Ancient TownHidden in the Mountains

Visit Zhenyuan Ancient Town. Feel peace and timelessness at such an old yet charmingly preserved town, with a horseshoe-shaped river running through.

the bridge with a pavillion
the street of the old town

Wash offthe Tiredness of Traveling in a Special Hot Spring

Soak your body in a celebrated and pure hot spring at the end of the trip.

hot spring in snow
spring water

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Itinerary Quick Look

Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.

DAY 1Guiyang Arrival

Meet your personal guide at the airport. You will be transferred to your hotel by private car. Enjoy your free time to explore Guiyang city.

DAY 2Guiyang to Kaili | The Wisdom and Hard work of Local People

On day 2, you will drive about 2½ hours from Guiyang to Kaili. On the way, you will visitGaoyao villageto enjoy the great views of the terraced fields. Stop at Shiqiao village to learn about and try theirtraditional way of making paper.

Finally, you will visitQingman Miao Village, known for its dustpan-like shape. Stroll along its bluestone path, allowing you to have a closer look at the daily lives of its ethnic minority people.

DAY 3Kaili | Immerse Yourself in the Culture of the Miao Minority

The village you are going to visit in the morning is quite a special one. People there dress differently. Female villagers used to belong to the local army, so some of their costumes are still like army uniform. They are famous for ancient batik craftwork.

You will have a chance to step into their dye house and to see how tomake a fine batik. Participate in the process.

Visittwo Miao villagesin the afternoon to appreciate their unique wooden residential houses, splendid costumes, happy dancing and singing, and hospitable folk customs.

DAY 4Kaili to Zhenyuan | Learn the History of the Southwest of China

Drive from Kaili to Zhenyuan to finda timeless ancient town. Have acruise on Wuyang Riverto enjoy a picturesque view of lovely gorges. Feel the breeze on deck, and see exotic peaks changing shape, as the cruise ripples through the dazzling green water.

Then transfer to the ancient town of Zhenyuan. Straddling both sides of a horseshoe-shaped river.

On the other side of the river, there is a vertical complex of temples, grottoes, and caves dedicated to the three faiths of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Climb up and enjoy bird's-eye views of the cozy town.

DAY 5Zhenyuan to Mt. Fanjing | A Great Landscape and Hot Spring

Drive from Zhenyuan to Mt. Fanjing.

Mount Fanjingbecame a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2018, and got its name from a term in Chinese meaning ‘Buddhist Brahma's Sacred Land’. It is a significant pilgrimage site in China for Buddhist worshippers from all around the world.

The mountain is home to an array of wildlife. Prepare to be amazed by the wonder of nature while you are hiking. If you are lucky enough, you may meet some rare animals.

After exploring Mt. Fanjing, transfer to thehot spring resort in Shiqian, which dates back over 400 years. It is time to relax in a hot spring after climbing the mountain.

One of the oldest springs in China, in a National 4A Scenic Area, the mineral water there has been declared drinkable, unlike most other hot springs, so it is exceptionally good for bathing!

DAY 6Shiqian to Guiyang for Departure

Your guide and driver will escort you to the airport in Guiyang for your departure.

Hotel Selection

—the Icing on the Cake

Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.

hotel room of Yutang Resort Hotel
private hot spring in the room
lobby of the hotel in zhenyuan
FromCNY8,570 / USD1,359p/p Based on a private tour for 2 people. Price varies depending on program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel

Price includes:

  • Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
  • English speaking local guide
  • Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling

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