6 Days Colorful Guizhou & Mountain City Chongqing Classic Tour

Arrival in Guiyang--Qianling Park (Cable Car)--Jiaxiu Pavilion

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Breakfast & Lunch

Upon arrival in Guiyang, your local guide will greet you and start your city exploration. First, head to Qianling Park, a scenic area located in the north of the city. Here, you can enjoy a peaceful walk surrounded by lush greenery, and take the cable car to the mountain top for panoramic views of Guiyang. Along the way, you might encounter groups of wild monkeys, adding a playful touch to your visit.

Next, visit the Jiaxiu Pavilion, the landmark of Guiyang built during the Ming Dynasty. Perched on a rock in the Nanming River and connected by a winding bridge, the pavilion offers insight into the city’s history and literary culture. The reflection of the pavilion in the water creates a picturesque scene that is a favorite among photographers.

Evening Option:

You may choose to enjoy a relaxing evening by sampling local street food at Qianming Road Night Market, where you can taste spicy tofu, sour fish soup, and grilled skewers—flavors unique to Guizhou cuisine.

Guiyang--Huangguoshu Waterfall--Anshun--Doupotang--Tianxingqiao--Huangguoshu Waterfall

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Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, depart from Guiyang to Anshun to explore the world-renowned Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area. Your first stop is Doupotang Waterfall, a wide and gentle waterfall with a crescent shape. Surrounded by green hills and crystal-clear waters, it provides a serene introduction to the day’s natural wonders.

Continue to the Tianxingqiao Scenic Area, where a magical landscape of limestone formations, underground rivers, and dense vegetation awaits. Walking on stone paths and bridges among mossy rocks and bubbling streams, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale world.

Finally, visit the Huangguoshu Waterfall, the largest waterfall in Asia at 77.8 meters high and 101 meters wide. You can admire the thundering falls from multiple platforms, and even walk behind the waterfall through the Water-Curtain Cave, feeling the cool mist and roar of nature up close.

Recommended Activities:

In the evening, enjoy a peaceful walk around your hotel in Anshun or take part in a local ethnic performance featuring Buyi and Miao dances and costumes that celebrate the region’s minority cultures.

Anshun--Guiyang--Doupotang--Tianxingqiao--Huangguoshu Waterfall (Alternative Day)

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Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, continue your in-depth exploration of the Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area, one of China's most iconic natural wonders. While many visitors focus on the main waterfall alone, today’s itinerary allows you to take a deeper dive into this stunning karst landscape.

Begin with a scenic walk along the Waterfall Viewing Trail, which winds through bamboo groves, stone bridges, and natural pools, offering different perspectives of the massive Huangguoshu Waterfall. One of the highlights is the Water-Curtain Cave, a 134-meter-long corridor that runs behind the cascading water. As you walk through it, you’ll feel the spray on your face and hear the deafening roar of water rushing down—a fully immersive experience that brings you closer to the raw power of nature.

Next, venture to the Tianxingqiao Scenic Area again, this time following a less-traveled path that leads deeper into its dreamlike rock forest. Here, you'll find giant banyan trees, natural stone bridges, and reflective pools, surrounded by rare mosses and ferns. With fewer crowds and a mystical atmosphere, this area feels like stepping into a painting.

Before leaving the area, stop at the Guizhou Folk Culture Village, where you can learn about the traditions of the Miao, Buyi, and Dong ethnic groups. Exhibits include traditional weaving techniques, silver ornaments, and wood carvings. If time permits, you may also witness a short minority dance performance or try on traditional costumes for photos.

In the afternoon, return to Guiyang by car, enjoying the scenic countryside views along the way. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy a bit of rest after the day's adventure.

Evening Option:

This evening, head to Laofushou Road or Qianling East Road Night Market, where the streets come alive with neon lights, sizzling skewers, and bustling locals. Try Guizhou's famous sour fish soup, sticky rice cakes, and grilled tofu, or sip a glass of local mijiu (rice wine) while enjoying the nightlife vibe of Guiyang.

Guiyang--Chongqing (High-Speed Train)--Baixiang Tower--Dongshuimen City Wall--Yangtze Cableway--Hongyadong

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Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, board a high-speed train to Chongqing. Upon arrival, your driver will greet you at the station and begin your exploration of this unique mountain city.

First, visit Baixiang Tower, a residential complex famously pierced by the city’s light rail line. It's a popular photo spot and a striking symbol of Chongqing’s creative urban planning and dense, vertical cityscape.

Stroll to the nearby Dongshuimen Ancient City Wall, where the worn stones and battlements tell the story of Chongqing’s defensive past. This site offers a moment of reflection amidst the busy city.

Next, ride the Yangtze River Cableway, a 1,166-meter-long aerial tram that crosses the mighty Yangtze River. The ride offers sweeping views of skyscrapers, bridges, and the city's rugged terrain.

Conclude your day at Hongyadong, a massive stilt-house complex built along the cliffs. At night, its shimmering lights and multi-tiered wooden buildings resemble a magical city in the sky. Here, you can sample Chongqing specialties like spicy noodles, hotpot, and grilled fish.

Evening Option:

Stay longer at Hongyadong to watch the city light up. Alternatively, take a Yangtze River night cruise for stunning views of illuminated bridges and buildings reflecting on the water.

Eighteen Stairs--Jiefangbei--Liziba (light rail through the building)--Ciqikou

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Breakfast & Lunch

In the early morning light,  you will step into the Eighteen Stairs, which is full of historical flavor. The stone paths here have gone through vicissitudes of life, and each piece of green stone plate records the stories of the past. The old houses on both sides of the street are mottled, but you can still see the prosperity of the past. The small stores along the street are bustling with all kinds of handicrafts and local snacks, and the air is filled with tantalizing aromas.

After the Eighteen Stairs, We will then take you to Jiefangbei, the commercial center of Chongqing and a symbol of the city. The towering monument gleams in the sunlight, and the surrounding skyscrapers showcase the city's modernity and prosperity. You can stroll through the busy streets, admire the various stores and billboards, and feel the fashion and vitality of the city.

In the late afternoon, we will bring you to the scene of the spectacle of the Liziba Light Railway passing through the buildings. This incredible sight is breathtaking as the LRT train slowly passes through the residential buildings. You can stand on the observation deck to get a close-up view of this mind-blowing scene and feel the harmonious coexistence between modern transportation and ancient architecture.

Finally, as night falls, we will take you to the old town of Ciqikou. The town is full of lights and people, and is filled with a rich historical and cultural atmosphere. You can stroll along the green stone road and admire the ancient buildings and the wide range of handicraft stores. Taste the authentic Chongqing snacks in front of the food stalls in the ancient town and feel the unique spicy and fresh aroma. In the teahouse to listen to a Sichuan opera face-changing performance is to appreciate the unique charm of the Bayu culture.

As the sun sets, we will arrange a special car to take you to the airport or station, the end of this unforgettable two-day tour of Chongqing. We hope this trip will become a wonderful memory in your heart, and look forward to meeting you again in the mountain city.

Departure from Chongqing

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Breakfast & Lunch

Depending on your flight or train schedule, you may enjoy a relaxed morning visit before departure.

Start your optional excursion at Eling Park, one of the oldest and most tranquil parks in Chongqing. Perched on a high ridge, the park offers a commanding panoramic view of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers converging. Stroll among pavilions, ancient trees, and lotus ponds, and take in the fresh morning air while observing locals practicing Tai Chi or walking their birds.

Alternatively, explore the Huguang Guild Hall, a well-preserved complex of courtyards and traditional wooden architecture that once served as a gathering place for migrants from other provinces. Inside, you’ll find intricate carvings, historical exhibits, and a mini-theater showcasing folk performances that reflect Chongqing’s diverse cultural roots.

After the visit, your driver will transfer you to Chongqing Jiangbei Airport or the railway station for your onward journey. This concludes your enriching 6-day adventure through the lush beauty of Guizhou and the dynamic spirit of Chongqing.

Recommended Activities:
If your flight is in the afternoon or evening, consider enjoying one last taste of Chongqing cuisine at a riverside restaurant, or walk through Three Gorges Square, a popular local area filled with cafes and bookstores—perfect for reflecting on your journey.