A Guizhou Itinerary That Avoids Tourist Traps: A Local's Secret 5-Day Tour of the Best Landmarks

Itinerary • Day 1: Arrival in Guiyang · Guizhou. Arrive in Guiyang in the morning and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, head to Qianling Mountain Park to see wild macaques and visit Hongfu Temple. In the evening, visit Jiaxiu Tower to enjoy the night view and sample local snacks such as siwawa and mashed potato cakes. • Day 2: Huangguoshu Waterfall Exploration · Anshun. Spend the whole day at Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area, visiting attractions such as Doupotang Waterfall, Tianxing Bridge, and Huangguoshu Waterfall. Return to your hotel in Guiyang in the evening. • Day 3: Libo Xiaoqikong and Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. In the morning and afternoon, visit Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, where you can see attractions such as Wolongtan, Cuigu Waterfall, and Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge. In the evening, drive to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village and check in to a hotel in the village to enjoy the stunning night view. • Day 4: In-depth Tour of Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. In the morning, visit the Miao Ethnic Museum to learn about the history and culture of the Miao people. In the afternoon, participate in traditional Miao activities, such as watching song and dance performances and learning handicrafts. In the evening, attend a bonfire party. • Day 5: Qingyan Ancient Town and Return Trip. In the morning, head to Qingyan Ancient Town to visit historical sites such as the ancient city walls, Wenchang Pavilion, and Ciyun Temple, and sample snacks such as Qingyan Tofu. In the afternoon, depending on your return travel time, head to the airport or train station at the appropriate time. Travel Guide • External Transportation: You can choose to fly to Guiyang Longdongbao Airport, or take the high-speed train to Guiyang East Station or Guiyang North Station. • Internal Transportation: The attractions are scattered, so you can choose to charter a car, join a tour group, or take public transportation. For example, if you want to go to Huangguoshu Waterfall from Guiyang, you can take a direct bus from Guiyang Tourism Distribution Center. To go to Libo Xiaoqikong, you can take the high-speed train from Guiyang North Station to Libo Station, and then transfer to a bus to the scenic area. Accommodation Recommendations • Guiyang: It is recommended to stay near Penshuichi, along the subway line, or near Guiyang North Station, such as Ji Hotel and Hanting Hotel. • Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village: You can choose to stay in a guesthouse in the Miao village, such as Xijiangyue Guesthouse and Shuimoxijiang Inn, so you can enjoy the night view and experience the Miao culture. • Qingyan Ancient Town: Guesthouses or family hotels near the ancient town are good choices, such as Qingyan Xunfang Boutique Inn and Yueranli Inn. Food Recommendations • Guiyang: There are special delicacies such as Changwang Noodle, Sour Soup Fish, and Spicy Chicken. You can go to Qingyun Market and Erqi Road Snack Street to sample them. • Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village: You can taste Miao-style sour soup, cured meat, and blood tofu, and also experience the Gaoshan Liushui Long Table Feast. • Qingyan Ancient Town: Qingyan braised pig trotters, rose ice jelly, and Gaoba porridge are worth a try.