6D5N Guizhou China Itinerary ｜ Fanjingshan, Waterfalls & Ancient Towns

Have you ever thought about visiting Guizhou, China? We just came back from our six-day, five-night trip and honestly, Guizhou is so huge that we only managed to explore a small part of it. Even so, this itinerary focuses on some of the very best places the province has to offer. Come along with us in these videos as we explore some of the most beautiful and unforgettable places to visit in Guizhou, China. We join a tour organized by the Hong Kong-based tour company Mirama Travel, 美丽华旅游. The journey begins with a five-hour high-speed train ride from Hong Kong to Guizhou, then followed by another two hours bus ride to Wujiangzhai International Tourist Resort. By the time we arrived, it was already around 4 pm. We checked in our hotel called Huilongwan, which was just a short walk from the village. And after setting in, we headed to the open square by the river, where the varieties of performances were taking place throughout the evening. So what can you expect to see there? This place was once a remote village that was difficult to access, but it has now been beautifully transformed into a tourist destination filled with traditional style houses and scenic surroundings. The first show we watched was the bamboo rafting performance, where dancers performed gracefully on raft drifting along the river. At night fell, the drone show began, accompanied by colorful fountain performances that lit up the riverside. Before calling it a night, we also caught in the bonfire dance show. Performers dressed in traditional costumes invited visitors to join in, and turning the whole area into a lively and cheerful celebration. The evening activities ended around 9 pm, and after a long day of traveling, it felt great to return to the comfortable room and finally get some proper rest. Since we were staying at a hotel within we had the luxury to wake up a little later that morning, and after enjoying the sumptuous buffet breakfast, we took a relaxing stroll through the village. We walked down to the river and crossed over to the other side. It was a great spot for taking photos with scenic views all around. The village is thoughtfully designed and preserved the charm of the original setting. There are many small lanes to explore, lined with eateries, offering varieties of local specialty that feel so authentic to this region. After that, we left Wujiangzhai and headed towards Tongren Ancient City. Tongren Ancient City is a restored historical area. Many of the buildings dated back to Ming and Qing dynasty, and today they have been converted into retail stores mostly catered for tourists. A leisurely walk through a few rows of shops with the occasional stop to sample some local snacks, and it took about an hour. That's all for today. We had a good rest because tomorrow we would be heading to another incredible place that is Fanjingshan. Day three is a big day because we're heading to Fanjingshan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2018. The mountain's most iconic landmark is the Red Clouds Golden Summit, Hongyun Jingding, which is often featured in travel articles, videos about the most visited places in Guizhou. Our hike began with a walk to the famous Mushroom Rock, which took about 40 minutes at a moderate pace. The trail was a well-maintained wooden boardwalk with even steps and handrails on both sides. It zigzags its way up the mountain with plenty of resting spots along the road. The unusual mushroom rock formation was created through differential erosion. The lower section is made from a softer material than the upper layer, and over time, rain and wind worn away the bottom more quickly, leaving behind its distinctive mushroom shape. From there, we continue towards the Red Clouds Golden Summit along a downhill cemented path. As we climb higher, the trail gradually becomes narrower and steeper, especially after a fork where the road turns into a one-way path going uphill. At one point, we even had to stop briefly while the staff managed the flow of hikers because of the steep terrain ahead. From there onward, the climb becomes much more challenging, with some sections reaching an incline of about 70 to 80 degrees. The steps were extremely narrow and sometimes only wide enough for half a foot. Eventually, we reach the summit by passing through the famous split rock section, where two towering peaks stand side by side and then separated by narrow gap only a few feet wide. At the top, there's a temple dedicated to Shakyamuni Buddha on one peak. We then cross the concrete bridge to the other peak, where another temple is dedicated to Maitreya, the future Buddha. On day four, we visited Jia Xiu Lou in the morning, the most iconic landmark in Guiyang. This unique architecture structure stands on a massive rock right in the middle of the river. Originally built during the Ming dynasty, the pavilion has gone through several rounds of restoration and rebuilding over the centuries. After that, our next stop was Qing Yan Gu Zhen. We briefly walk up to the fortress area, but since the full route takes about an hour to complete, we decided to snap a few photos before heading back down to the main streets. Qing Yan Gu Zhen is one of the most famous historical town in Guizhou, located about 30 kilometers from Guiyang. It has a history dated back to more than 600 years ago during the Ming dynasty. It was originally built as a military fortress to help defend the region. Along the way, we spotted all kinds of interesting local products. There are Chinese herbs, different varieties of spices, sauces, cured meat, and local snacks. Some shops were also making handicraft right in front of us, including some traditional woodwork which added even more characters to this town. The heart of the town was lively and full of energy. It's lined with restaurants, shops selling local specialties, souvenirs, traditional handicrafts, and most of the business operated out of beautifully preserved historical building that had been carefully refurbished while still retaining the architecture charm of centuries past. From there, we continued our journey to Dragon Palace scenic area, which took about one and a half hours. We walked along the scenic river path before arriving at the impressive Dragon Gate waterfall. Unlike most waterfalls that cascade down from the mountain, this one bursts straight out from the mouth of a cave and making it truly unusual sight and something we had never seen before. And after that, we took an elevator up to the mountaintop. From there, we arrived at the pier at the Tianchi Lake, also known as Heavenly Pool, which is an emerald green lake formed within a giant sinkhole. From here, we board a small wooden boat rowed by the boatman. The boat slowly glides through the narrow opening into a massive underground cave filled with water, forming a deep subterranean lake that reaches depth up to 30 meters. At the end of the lake, we got off the boat. Then we took a short walk to another pier where we bought the second boat to continue the journey. From there, we moved deeper inside and surrounded by the stunning rock formation illuminated by color lights. After our boat ride, we returned back to the pier, head back to the shuttle bus station and then continue on to Anshun for dinner. Day five was dedicated to one of the most spectacular waterfall in China, Huangguoshu Waterfall. To get there, we first took an elevator followed by a descent to a well-maintained stone paved viewing area beside the river at the base of the falls. Next, we took the internal sightseeing bus upstream to Doubotang Waterfall. Although it is not as poor as Huangguoshu, its beauty comes from the intricate crisscross pattern created by the gentle flow of water spreading across countless rocks. The water fans out like a thin sheet of fabric and almost as if a soft breeze were rippling across its surface. The third stop was Tianxinqiao Scenic Area, an area famous for its limestone rock formation, streams and natural ponds. One of the highlights was walking across a shallow water on the famous that means stepping stone path. There are altogether 365 stones in total, each flattened and engraved with one day of the year. So we start from the stone mark 1st January and then follow the sequence all the way through to the final day of the year. The path twists through the landscape in different directions and leading us past the varieties of fascinating rock formation and each name according to what it resembles. It took quite a while to explore all these three scenic areas. By the time we returned to Anshun, it was already around 4pm. Our last stop in Guizhou was Anshun Ancient City. This area consists of several rows of old buildings that have been carefully preserved and refurbished into various shops. We visited this place in the evening, enjoyed the cold climate in Anshun, which sits at an altitude of more than a thousand meters. At nightfall, the street gradually lit up with colored lanterns hanging above, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Walking along, we explored many local food options including noodles, snacks, sweets and small bites. There are also some charming cafes and some shop selling handcrafts. Day six is the day we headed back to Hong Kong. We traveled from Anshun back to Guiyang to catch a high-speed train back to Hong Kong. By the time we arrived in Hong Kong, it was already around dinner time. That wraps up our entire Guizhou itinerary. We also made some separate videos covering the Dragon Palace, Fanjingshan, Wujiangzai in more details. So if you would like to learn more about these places, feel free to check it out and I'll put the link in the description below this video. Enjoy the trip with us. Bye!