Chengdu Guiyang Guilin Guangzhou 9-Day Tour

Arrive in Chengdu

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Upon arriving in Chengdu, your driver will transfer you to the hotel for rest. If time permits, venture out independently to explore the city.

Recommended Experiences:

• Stroll through Chunxi Road (shopping hub)

• Wander Kuanzhai Alley’s ancient courtyards

• Savor local bites at Fuqin Night Market

• Experience nightlife at Jiuyanqiao (bar street)

Alternatively, roam Chengdu’s streets freely and indulge your senses with iconic flavors:

Zhong Dumplings, Bobo Chicken (spicy cold chicken skewers), Chengdu Hotpot, Chuanchuan Xiang (skewer hotpot), Dan Dan Noodles, Ice Jelly, Crispy Pancakes, etc.

Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding--Chengdu People's Park--Wuhou Shrine--Jinli street

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Breakfast&Lunch

Welcome to Chengdu, which is known as the "Land of Abundance".

In the morning, you will go to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. This is not only a scientific research base for pandas around the world, but also a cozy home for more than a hundred of pandas. You will be able to observe pandas of all ages eating, playing, rolling on the ground and climbing trees.

In the afternoon, you will step into Chengdu People's Park to experience the unique leisure and ease of this city. Here you can order a pot of tea and take a nap or join the local people in a game of mahjong and experience the ear cleaning service.

Next, we drove to Wuhou Shrine, which is known as the "mecca of the Three Kingdoms" The most venerated memorial of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei and other important Shu Han individuals. It is not only an important carrier of the Three Kingdoms culture, but also a treasure of ancient Chinese architectural and sculptural art.

As night falls, you will step into the Jinli street, which has ancient buildings, lots of Chengdu snacks and cuisines, and exquisite handicrafts that are lively and interesting folk performances. You will spend an unforgettable night here.

Recommended Evening Activities

1. Take a stroll down Chunxi Road and have some snacks.
2. Watch a Chinese kung fu or theater show and you can ask guide to buy tickets for you.
3. Take a walk around Chengdu on your own to experience Chengdu's residential life.

Chengdu to Guiyang (by Bullet Train) → Jiaxiu Pavilion

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Breakfast&Lunch

Morning: Take the bullet train to Guiyang (approx. 3.5 hours). Your driver will await you at the station exit.

Visit Jiaxiu Pavilion – Guiyang’s iconic landmark and cultural symbol. This 20.7-meter Ming Dynasty structure (400+ years old) spans the Nanming River on a stone bridge.

Cultural Extension (1km from Jiaxiu Pavilion):
Stroll through Qingyun Market, once Guiyang’s beloved "late-night dining hub". Immerse in local nightlife before returning to your downtown hotel.

Qianling Mountain Park-Qingyan Ancient Town-Guilin(Bullet Train)

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Breakfast&Lunch

Morning: Qianling Mountain Park
After breakfast, drive to Qianling Mountain Park – Guiyang’s "Green Lung" and Guizhou’s premier mountain retreat. Ascend via cable car to the summit for panoramic city views. Visit Hongfu Temple at the peak: Guizhou’s oldest Buddhist sanctuary (300+ years).

Afternoon: Qingyan Ancient Town
Explore one of Guizhou’s Four Great Ancient Towns. Nestled against hills with water on three sides, discover:
Military architecture: City gates & walls
Religious landmarks: Yingxiang Temple & Wenchang Pavilion
Historic lanes: Back Street’s stone-paved alleys
Traditional dwellings: Former residence of Zhao Yijiong

Evening Transfer
After touring, proceed to the station for your bullet train to Guilin (approx. 2 hours). Luggage assistance provided.

Reed Flute Cave - Elephant Trunk Hill - the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas - Jingjiang Prince's Mansion (Duxiu Peak)

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Early in the morning,You will then go to the next amazing attraction, the Reed Flute Cave. This is a majestic underground palace with breathtaking stalactites,  stalagmites, stalagmite shields and stone waterfalls of all shapes and  sizes.

Then you will visit Elephant Trunk Hill, the symbol of Guilin's landscape. This huge rocky mountain resembles a lifelike elephant drinking from the river. Within the embrace of the Elephant Trunk Hill, you will also find many historical relics such as exquisite stone carvings and serene Buddhist temples.

Next, we will come to the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas, which set three Guinness World Records: as the world's tallest copper tower, the tallest copper building, and the tallest tower under water.

We will start from the Sun Tower and take the elevator straight to the top of the towers, overlooking the lakes and mountains of Guilin; after that, we will go to the Moon Tower through the tunnel under the lake to admire the unique charm of its glazed body.

Afterwards, we will take you into the Jingjiang King's Mansion, which is known as the "Small Forbidden City in the South". This is one of the best-preserved Ming Dynasty royal residences in China.

Next, you can climb Duxiu Peak, the head of Guilin's mountains and the king of all mountains, where the earliest poem "Guilin's landscape is superior to the rest of the world" was carved on Duxiu Peak.

Mopan Mountain Pier - Li River - Yulong River - Moon Mountain

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Breakfast&Lunch

After breakfast, you will explore the beautiful scenery of Guilin.

Starting from Mopan Mountain Pier, we will cruise down the Li River, which was named one of the world's 15 most beautiful rivers to visit by CNN, has become the only river in China to make the list with its unique charm. The duration of this tour will depend on the water level but is expected to be about 180 minutes.

As the boat slowly moves forward, you will enjoy the beauty of the Li River, each view is like a beautiful painting.

You will continue to explore the Yulong River. You can choose to ride a bicycle through the countryside, or take a bamboo raft on the river. 

(Note: According to the Yulong River Tourism Regulations. Children less than 1 meter tall and seniors over 70 years old will not be able to experience bamboo rafting, please be aware of this.)

Afterwards, you can view the Moon Mountain from a distance. This amazing mountain is famous for its unique shape. When viewed from different angles, you can see the Moon Cave presenting different views such as a full moon, half moon and eyebrow moon.

Guilin to Guangzhou (Bullet Train) → Leisure Time

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Breakfast&Lunch

Travel to Guangzhou by bullet train (approx. 2.5 hours). Upon arrival, your driver will meet you at the station.

Recommended Leisure Activity:
Embark on a Pearl River night cruise for breathtaking views of Guangzhou’s illuminated skyline. Glide past landmarks like Canton Tower and Haixinsha Island aboard a luxury yacht – the perfect finale to your journey.

(Includes luggage assistance and hotel transfer)

Chen Clan Academy - Six Banyan Temple - Yuexiu Park - Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall - Beijing Road

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Breakfast&Lunch

After breakfast, our journey begins at the Chen Clan Academy. This Qing Dynasty ancestral temple complex, which is a masterpiece of Lingnan architectural art, is famous for its exquisite wood carvings, stone carvings, brick carvings, colorful paintings and pottery sculptures. Stepping into it is like traveling back to the ancient times. Every piece of brick and stone and every wood carving tells a story of history, allowing you to savor the deep heritage of Lingnan culture and the exquisite skills of traditional craftsmanship.

Afterwards, it is a short walk to the Six Banyan Temple. This thousand-year-old temple, built in the Southern Dynasty, was named after Su Dongpo's inscription “Six Banyan”. The colorful Six Banyan Temple inside the temple is a perfect contrast to the surrounding ancient trees, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and peace. Here, you can calmly listen to the bells of the thousand-year-old temple and feel the rare tranquility and transcendence.

In the afternoon, go to Yuexiu Park, which is the largest comprehensive park in Guangzhou and a good place for citizens to relax and have fun. Stroll along the boulevard, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy an oasis in the city. If time permits, climb up to Zhenhai Tower for a great view of the whole Guangzhou city, taking in the bustle of the city and the serenity of nature.

In the evening, we will head to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, a solemn building that not only commemorates Dr. Sun Yat-sen, but is also an important historical and cultural landmark in Guangzhou. Afterwards, walk to Beijing Road, one of the busiest commercial streets in Guangzhou and the birthplace of history and culture. Walking along the street, the stores on both sides of the street will make you feel the prosperity of the modern city; at the same time, the historical relics such as the ruins of the South Vietnam Watergate and the ruins of the thousand-year old road on Beijing Road will make you appreciate the long history and culture of Guangzhou.

Canton Tower - Nan Yue Wang Museum - Shamian Island - Departure

Breakfast

After breakfast, our journey takes us to the Canton Tower. This second tallest TV tower in the world is not only the landmark of Guangzhou, but also the best place to see the night view of Yangcheng. Taking the high-speed elevator straight to the top sightseeing floor of the tower, you can have a 360-degree view of the whole Guangzhou city without any dead angle. When the sunshine sprinkles the earth, the cityscape of Guangzhou becomes more charming, with the Pearl River New City and the architectural complex around the Canton Tower as far as the eye can see.

Afterwards, we head to the Nan Yue Wang Museum. This museum not only displays the history, culture and archaeological discoveries of the Nan Yue Kingdom, but also makes history “come alive” through high-tech means, allowing you to more intuitively understand the historical changes of Guangzhou and even the Lingnan region.

In the afternoon, we will go to Shamian Island, which is a unique place in Guangzhou. The island is covered with green trees and European-style buildings, as if you were in a foreign country. Here, you can leisurely stroll along the island's paths and admire the buildings that have survived the weather, or take a break at one of the island's cafes or restaurants to enjoy a quiet and cozy time. If this itinerary doesn't meet your expectations, contact intotravelchina for more customized travel experiences.