Guizhou is a multi-minority province in Southwest China. It is located southwest of Beijing, and northwest of Guilin and Hong Kong. Guizhou is famous for its marvelous landscapes, unsophisticated ethnic customs, cultural and historical relics, and pleasant climate.
Guizhou is listed as the 6th best region in the world for travel in 2020 by Lonely Planet (the only region in China listed) due to its new slick infrastucture alongside quaint rural life.
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The number of days you should spend in Guizhou depends on your travel plans and interests. Here are some suggestions:
3-4 Days
Ideal for:Those who have limited time but want to experience the highlights of Guizhou.
Itinerary
Day 1:Arrive in Guiyang, the capital city of Guizhou. Spend the day exploring the city, visiting attractions like Jiaxiu Tower and Qianling Mountain Park to 感受现代化都市与传统文化的融合.
Day 2:Head to Huangguoshu Waterfall, one of the most famous waterfalls in China. Spend the whole day there, enjoying the magnificent waterfall and its surrounding scenery.
Day 3:Go to Libo Xiaqikong. Explore the unique karst landforms, clear waters, and beautiful waterfalls in the scenic area.
Day 4:You can choose to go to Zhenyuan Ancient Town or Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. Experience the ancient town's charm or the unique Miao ethnic culture respectively.
5-7 Days
Ideal for:Travelers who want to have a more in-depth experience of Guizhou's scenery and culture.
Itinerary
Day 1:Same as the first day of the 3-4 day itinerary, arriving in Guiyang and getting to know the city.
Day 2-4:Travel to Qiandongnan Prefecture. Visit Zhaoxing Dong Village, Basha Miao Village and other ethnic minority villages to experience the unique ethnic customs and cultures.
Day 5:Go to Fanjing Mountain. Climb to the top of the mountain to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery and the sea of clouds.
Day 6:Go to Anshun and visit the Longgong Scenic Area to explore the wonders of the underground karst cave.
Day 7:Return to Guiyang or continue to explore other nearby attractions according to your interests.
8-10 Days
Ideal for:Those who have enough time and want to explore Guizhou more comprehensively.
Itinerary
Day 1:Arrive in Guiyang and take a rest.
Day 2-4:Similar to the 5-7 day itinerary, visit ethnic minority villages in Qiandongnan Prefecture to experience the unique ethnic culture.
Day 5:Go to Fanjing Mountain and spend a whole day there to fully enjoy the scenery.
Day 6:Travel to Anshun and visit Huangguoshu Waterfall and Longgong Scenic Area.
Day 7:Go to Bijie and visit the Baili Rhododendron Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful rhododendron flowers.
Day 8-9:Go to Liupanshui to experience the cool summer climate and visit attractions like the Zangke River Scenic Area.
Day 10:Return to Guiyang or continue to other destinations according to your preferences.
There are many star-rated hotels in the major cities of Guiyang and Kaili. Other areas, being underdeveloped only offer simple hotels and guest houses. Although they lack many of the amenities found in star-rated hotels, the guesthouses are family-run and quite clean.
Guizhou is located in a subtropical zone so any time is a good time to visit Guizhou. Winters are not too cold and summers are not too hot. The average temperature is 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. In January, the coldest month, the temperature averages 5 to -18 degrees Celsius. The hottest month, July, the average temperature is 24 to 28 degrees Celsius. The best time to visit Guizhou is during the ethnic minority group's major festivals. The biggest festivities are held during the Spring Festival.
It is recommended that you bring comfortable shoes. You will undoubtedly be doing a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must. Sunscreen is recommended, as well as carrying bottled water with you. Since it rains all year, it is recommended that you carry an umbrella with you. If you are a photography lover, do not forget your camera, film and plenty of batteries, or you will never forgive yourself.
In Guizhou, there are many options for getting around, such as taxis, buses, minibusses, and of course private drivers. There are also cars and bikes for rent.
Are there other options besides only local cuisine? The cuisine available in Guizhou is quite diverse. Because of the large ethnic minority population in Guizhou, the local food has an almost endless variety, and is far more delicious than anything you can find in a "Chinese" restaurant in the west. We highly suggest you try the foods. We are fairly certain you will love it. The capital of Guiyang has McDonald's and KFC for those who would like a break from Chinese food.
Foreign currencies cannot be used directly in Guizhou, but you can exchange your money at the many Bank of China outlets throughout the province. Most major hotels in Guiyang will accept major credit cards. Your hotels also can change money for you and ATMs are easy to find.
There will be a big temperature difference for day and night and in different regions in Guizhou. For example, In summer, the daytime tempreture could be above 20℃, while it may drop below 0℃ in some areas at night. So it will be better to check the weather of your destinations separately.
The best time to travel Xinjiang is from April to November. If you also like the ice and snow world in Xinjiang, then it is nice to travel to all year round.
In spring, blossom of various flowers is everywhere in Xinjiang. You will see losts of lovely flowers competing to bloom. (from March to May)
Summer is for grassland. Galloping on the vast grassland in Ili breathing the freshest air with the aroma of lavender and tasting the sweetest fruit and ice cream, you will be the happiest one in the world! (from June to August)
Go to northern Xinjiang in autum. You will enjoy the high sky and light cloud in Kanas and Hemu with the fascinating morning fog and mist. (from September to November)
Winter sports in Xinjiang is also nice to experience as the snow and ice are perfect for having these activities. (from December to next February)
Here are some recommended places to visit for first-timers in Guizhou:
If you are interested in nature landscapes, we recommend Huangguoshu Waterfall, Libo Xiaqikong, Fanjing Mountain; if you like historic sites, we recomment Qingyan, and Zhenyuan; but if you want to discover the ethnic groups' culture, we would like to highly recommend Xijiang Qianhu Miao village, Zhaoxing Dong village, and other smaller villages around them.
The tour package includes breakfast at hotels and a welcome dinner for our group. However, other lunches and dinners are not covered, allowing you to choose freely or seek recommendations from our local guide. In Guizhou, it's a good courtesy to tip service industry workers, though not customary in the other parts of China. If you have more questions, feel free to ask.
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