Guiyang to Kunming
6 Day Tour around the attractions from Guiyang to Kunming!
(visiting Kaili Miao Villages, Zhaoxing Dong Villages, Xingyi, Stone Forest & Kunming)
This 6-day Guizhou to Kunming tour is a deep cultural and scenic journey through Southwest China, combining authentic ethnic minority villages in Kaili and Zhaoxing, dramatic karst landscapes in Xinyi, world-famous Huangguoshu waterfalls, and UNESCO-listed natural heritage sites. Traveling from Guiyang in Guizhou Province to Kunming in Yunnan, this itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking immersive cultural experiences, photography opportunities, and off-the-beaten-path destinations, all with the comfort of private transportation and expert local guides.
from
6,100 CNY*
per adult
*based upon 8 x pax Private Tour without accomodations
- Visit the UNESCO world heritage site at the Shilin Stone Forest;
- Discover incredible rivers, hiking paths and hidden caves in the Wanfenglin Scenic Area;
- Find out and learn about the karst landforms that number in the thousands throughout this area;
- Experience Guizhou Province’s incredible local cultures with a visit to some Miao & Dong ethnic minority villages in Kaili;
- Be amazed as you watch China’s largest waterfall – the Huangguoshu Waterfalls;
- Explore all of Western Guizhou’s famous attractions and natural scenery;
- Step back in time at an off-the-beaten track, Dong Ethnic Minority Village
- Experience local Dong Ethnic Minority cultures & customs
- Dong Ethnic Minority Singing Performance
- Walk through Rice Terraces
- Visit Zhaoxing Dong Ethnic Minority Village – the largest Dong Ethnic Minority Village in the world overnight stay
Tour Itinerary:
All times outlined below are approximates as the tour is a private tour, time is flexible & subject to change
- 8:30 am| Meet at your Guiyang Hotel Lobby
- 11:00 am| Drive to Kaili from Guiyang
- 11:00 pm – 12:30 pm| Visit Shiqiao Miao Village and Experience the Ancient Papermaking there
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm| Lunch at local restaurant (Included)
- 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm| Transfer to Xijjiang Qianhu Miao Village
- 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm| Explore Qianhu Miao Village
- Overnight Stay at Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Hotel Selections:
( Superior Double/Twin Room at a local boutique hotel with breakfast . Room appearance may vary from the images shown (subject to availability when booking the tour), as they are for reference only. Upgrades are available for an additional cost )
Day 2 – Guiyang to Congjiang | Miao & Dong Minority Villages Discovery/ Overnight stay at Zhaoxing Dong Village
09:00 am (flexible) – Hotel Pick-up in Guiyang
09:00 – 09:40 | Drive to Wudong Miao Village
10:00 – 12:00 | Explore Wudong Miao Village and the nice wooden Carving Building
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch at a Local Restaurant (Included)
13:00 – 15:20 | Drive to Zhaoxing Dong Village
15:30 – 16:30 | Visit Huanggang Dong Minority Village, Experience a live performance of traditional Dong Grand Song
16:30 – 17:30 | Drive to Zhaoxing Dong Village and check -in at your hotel
18:00 – 20:30 | Zhaoxing Dong Village Night Exploration
Overnight Stay: Zhaoxing Dong Village
- 9:00 am| Meet at your Zhaoxing Hotel Lobby.
- 9:00 am – 11:00 am| Transfer to Basha Miao Village
11:00 am – 1:00 pm| Explore Basha Miao Village
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm| Simple Chinese Lunch at the village (Included)
- 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm| Depart for Congjiang Train Station
- 3:40 pm – 5:00 pm| High Speed Train to Guiyang (2nd Class Train included)
- 5:30 pm| Check-in to your Guiyang Hotel
- 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm| Evening Photo Stop at Jiaxiu Building
- 7:00 pm – 8:00pm| Dinner at local restaurant at your own costs
- Overnight Stay at Guiyang
Guiyang Hotel Selections:
(Superior Double/Twin Room at a local 4 Star hotel with breakfast. Room appearance may vary from the images shown subject to availability when booking the tour, as they are for reference only. Upgrades are available for an additional cost)
- 9:00 am| Meet at your Anshun Hotel Lobby.
- 9:00 am – 10:00 am| Transfer to Huangguoshu Waterfalls (There’s limited food option inside of the waterfalls area, please bring your own lunch eg. Sandwhich/fruits etc.)
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm| Visit Huangguoshu Waterfalls and the Surrounding Areas
- 4:00 pm – 6:30| Departs Huangguoshu Waterfalls and be transferred to Xingyi
- 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm| Dinner at local restaurant (included)
- 7:30 pm – 7:50 pm| Drop off at your Xingyi Hotel – Free at leisure for this evening
- 9:00 am| Meet at your Xingyi Hotel Lobby
- 9:00 am – 9:30 am| Transfer to Malinghe Canyon Scenic Area
- 9:30 am – 12:00 pm| Visit Malinghe Canyon Scenic Area
- 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm| Lunch ( included)
- 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm| Transfer to Wanfenglin Scenic Area
- 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm| Explore Wanfenglin Scenic Area (includes Shuttle bus ride)
- 4:00 pm: Transfer to Shilin – Stone Forest
- 6:40 pm| Drop off at your hotel near Shilin (Stone Forest)
- 9:00 am| Meet Up with your tour guide at your hotel
- 9:00 am – 9:30 pm |Transfer to Yunnan Stone Forest
- 9:30 am -12:30 pm|Explore Shilin Stone Forest
- 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm| Simple Lunch near the Stone Forest Scenic Areas (included)
- 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm|Transfer to Kunming
- 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm| Kunming City Walking Tour/visit a local flower market or mushroom market (Optional – no cost)
- 9:30 pm| Transfer to Kunming Hotel/END OF TOUR
Pricing:
Please note, please Please contact us directly for accommodation pricing based on your hotel preferences. For groups larger than 8 pax, we recommend reaching out for more accurate pricing details.
Tour Inclusion:
Private Transportation:
- All petrol/gas, van rental, highway tolls, parking fees & Chinese speaking driver’s service fees throughout entire tour route as above;
- Driver’s Travel allowance throughout tour;
Entrance/Attraction Fees:
- All entrance tickets & activities per the above activities requiring entrance fees;
Tour Guiding Fees:
- Professional (Fully-licensed) English speaking tour experience guiding service;
- Tour Guide’s travel allowance throughout tour;
Meals:
- 5 x Lunches during the tour (Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 & Day 5)
- 1 x Dinner on Day 4 (lunch not included on this day but our guide can assist arrange or finding simple restaurant during the tour);
Tour Exclusions:
Meals:
- For this private tour, no dinner are included (unless mentioned) within the tour pricing but our guide will assist you with options and recommendations based on your preferences;
Please note, different cuisine is available based upon your specific preferences.
Gratuities:
- Please note, we don’t require ‘x’ amount to be paid by clients on a daily basis to tour guide/driver or force tipping. However, gratuities are greatly appreciated at the conclusion of tour by guide/driver only if service is excellent.
Other:
- Accommodatios not included, please contact us for the hotel quote based on your preferences;
- Flights/Train into Guiyang & Flights/Train out from Kunming ,
- Travel insurance and any other person expenses during tour;
“Please note, accommodation pricing is not included. Contact us for hotel pricing details, or feel free to book your own accommodations directly.
Detailed Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Guiyang – Kaili – Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village (Overnight in Xijiang)
Your journey begins in Guiyang, capital of Guizhou Province, heading east toward Kaili, the heartland of Miao minority culture. Along the way, visit Shiqiao Miao Village, one of the last places in China where traditional papermaking techniques are still preserved. Here, you will witness the ancient process of handmade paper production using tree bark, a craft passed down through generations and closely linked to local rituals and daily life.
After enjoying a local lunch, continue to the spectacular Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, the largest Miao village in China, nestled in a lush valley and surrounded by terraced hillsides. Explore the stilted wooden houses, narrow lanes, and observation decks offering panoramic views over the village. As evening falls, the village lights up beautifully, creating a magical atmosphere perfect for photography. Overnight stay inside Xijiang allows you to fully experience the village after day visitors have departed.
Day 2: Guiyang – Wudong Miao Village – Huanggang Dong Village – Zhaoxing Dong Village (Overnight in Zhaoxing)
After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll be transferred directly to an off-the-beaten track Dong ethnic minority village. one of the most authentic Dong villages in the region. The village is very isolated and poor but everybody is very friendly and welcoming to outside visitors. In support of the local village, we arrange a singing performance as well as tour around the village itself, allowing you to experience something totally different from what Guiyang City and its surroundings has to offer. In here, you will experience a live performance of the renowned Dong Grand Song, a UNESCO-recognized form of polyphonic singing performed without instruments and deeply rooted in Dong culture.
Later, arrive at Zhaoxing Dong Village, the largest Dong village in China, famous for its iconic drum towers and covered wind-and-rain bridges. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the village, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere and traditional wooden architecture illuminated at night. Overnight stay in Zhaoxing Dong Village.
Day 3: Zhaoxing – Basha Miao Village – Guiyang (Overnight in Guiyang)
In the morning after checking out from your hotel, you will depart Zhaoxing and travel to Basha Miao Village, often referred to as the “last gunman tribe of China.” The Basha people are known for maintaining ancient customs, including traditional hairstyles, clothing, and wooden architecture. Visit the village to learn about their unique lifestyle and cultural beliefs, offering a rare glimpse into living traditions.
After a simple village-style lunch, transfer to Congjiang Railway Station to board a high-speed train back to Guiyang with 2nd Class seating. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a quick freshen up, and later in the evening, walk around Jiaxiu Pavilion and have a quick photo stop at the historic building, which is a symbol of Guiyang set gracefully over the Nanming River. Evening at leisure with dinner at your own expense. Overnight in Guiyang.
Day 4: Guiyang – Huangguoshu Waterfall – Xingyi (Overnight in Xingyi)
Today highlights Guizhou’s most famous natural attraction, the Huangguoshu Waterfalls, the largest waterfall complex in China. These incredible waterfalls have a height of 81 meters and are over 100 meters wide, making the falls Asia’s largest waterfalls. Aside from the falls, the surrounding scenery features various mountains, springs and a cave behind the falls. Explore the scenic area at your own pace, including multiple viewpoints, walking trails, and optional caves that allow you to experience the waterfall from different perspectives. The sheer power and scale of the falls make this one of the most impressive natural sights in Southwest China.
After the visit, continue the journey southwest to Xingyi county, a lesser-known city surrounded by karst landscapes. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before checking in to your hotel for the night.
Day 5: Xingyi – Malinghe Canyon – Wanfenglin – Stone Forest Area (Overnight near Shilin)
During the morning, you’ll depart from your Xingyi Hotel and visit the Wanfenglin Scenic Area. In chinese, the direct translation is the ‘Ten Thousand Peak Forest’ and when you arrive, you’ll know why as there are karst formations as far as the eye can see!
Aside from the karst landscape at Wanfenglin, there are surrounding mountains, waterfalls, villages and fields, providing an incredible beautiful scenic area for visitors. You’re welcome to explore the area on foot as there are different trails or choose to take an electric shuttle for an additional fee.
Following the visit to Wanfenglin Scenic Area, you’ll stopover for lunch and thereafter travel to the Malinghe Canyon Scenic Area. As a tributary of the larger Nanpan River, the Maling River runs directly through this spectacular canyon with cliffs on either side of the river. During the afternoon, you’ll explore the Canyon and its surrounding area and visit the Tian Xing Gallery – the most famous scenic spot within the entire park (which is viewed by entering an elevator).
In the late afternoon, you’ll be transferred back to Xingyi for dinner at your own expenses. Your guide will assist you with dinner options, depending upon your preferences and after dinner, the rest of the evening is at leisure.
Day 6 – Stay overnight in Kunming/END OF TOUR
Today, we will commence the tour with a pick-up from your Xingyi Hotel. From Xingyi to the next attraction (Stone Forest), it takes approximately 3 x hours as you travel from Guizhou Province into Yunnan Province. Upon arriving into Shilin, you’ll have lunch and thereafter, visit the Stone Forest.
In 2007, the Shilin Stone Forest Scenic Area was listed as one of Yunnan’s UNESCO world heritage sites. It’s home type a unique type of karst landform and offers spectacular views overlooking the landscape. After the visit, transfer to your Kunming hotel or you can explore Kunming City/choose to watch the Dynamic Yunnan Show during the evening (additional fee) to conclude your tour.
END OF TOUR.
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