Southwest Guizhou! Who understands this feeling of escape?

Want to avoid the crowds during the May Day holiday? You must save this off-the-beaten-track road trip itinerary! I've personally tested it, and the drive is no more than 3 hours each day. You can visit world-class scenery and experience the Buyi ethnic culture. It's fun for the whole family~ 🚗【Itinerary】 Day 1: Guiyang → Zhijin Cave (2h) → Stay in Zhijin County Day 2: Zhijin → Huangguoshu Waterfall (Enter the park before 8:00 to avoid crowds) → Stay in Huangguoshu Day 3: Huangguoshu Waterfall → Wanfenglin (Nahui Village experience in the afternoon) → Stay in Wanfenglin Day 4: Wanfenglin → Maling River (rafting) → Fangmaisi (via ferrata) → Stay in Fangmaisi Day 5: Morning hike in Fangmaisi → Return to Guiyang ✨【Itinerary Highlights】 • Sleep in until 8:00 every day, no need for extreme travel (except for Huangguoshu Waterfall, which may have limited capacity. It is recommended to book 3 days in advance on the "One-code Tour Guizhou" platform). • 5 major IPs: Zhijin Cave + Huangguoshu Waterfall + Wanfenglin + Maling River + Fangmaisi • Special arrangement for 1 night of unique accommodation (cliff hotel) 📅【Daily Details】 📍DAY 1: Explore the "King of Chinese Caves" • Morning: Pick up the car in Guiyang and drive to Zhijin Cave (approx. 2h) • Afternoon: Visit Zhijin Cave (3h), see wonders such as the "Silver Rain Tree" and "Overlord's Helmet" • Evening: Stay in Zhijin County, eat authentic buckwheat jelly noodles 📍DAY 2: Encounter the Rainbow Waterfall • Morning: Drive to Huangguoshu Waterfall (3h), it is recommended to arrive before 8:00 • Afternoon: Visit the Great Waterfall + Doupotang (5h), remember to wear a raincoat in the Water Curtain Cave! • Evening: Stay in Huangguoshu Resort, watch Buyi ethnic song and dance performances 📍DAY 3: Enter the Peak Forest Scroll • Morning: Drive to Wanfenglin (4h), enjoy the Beipanjiang Bridge along the way • Afternoon: Sightseeing at Bagua Field + rice paddy cycling (rental 30 CNY/h) • Evening: Stay in a Nahui Village homestay, surrounded by nature 📍DAY 4: Canyon Rafting + Cliff Climbing • Morning: Light hike in Maling River Canyon (2h), free for Guangdong residents! • Afternoon: Drive to Fangmaisi (1.5h), experience the beginner via ferrata route • Evening: Stay in a tent hotel, stargaze with a telescope 📍DAY 5: Farewell with Morning Exercise • Morning: Kayak or extreme off-roading (choose one) • Noon: Enjoy lunch at the cliffside western restaurant • Afternoon: Return to Guiyang (3.5h), it is recommended to depart before 16:00 ⚠️【May Day Holiday Notes】 • Book accommodation before April 15! • May 2-3 is the peak period, it is recommended to visit Huangguoshu Waterfall during off-peak hours • A dashcam is essential, as there are many tunnels in the mountainous area This itinerary avoids popular destinations such as the Xijiang Miao Village. The driving time is controlled within 3 hours each day, making it easy for my 60-year-old parents and 5-year-old child! The rural scenery of Wanfenglin in the evening was a surprise, like stepping into a Studio Ghibli animated world~