Guiyang to Huangguoshu Waterfall Day Tour with Top Highlights

Tour Itinerary

Upon your arrival in Guiyang, our friendly driver will be waiting at the airport or train station, holding a "Your Way Holiday" sign. You’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the city. This smooth arrival service sets the tone for a stress-free journey. Your guide will also be on hand to assist with check-in and give a short orientation about Guiyang and the trip ahead. At Your Way Holiday, our goal is to help travelers go beyond the surface and experience each destination with insight and ease. Your guide is more than just a companion — they’re a local expert who helps you connect with the places you visit in meaningful ways.

The day begins with a drive out of Guiyang to the famous Huangguoshu Scenic Area, where some of the most iconic waterfalls in China await. Your first stop is Doupotang Waterfall, a wide and powerful cascade that stretches 105 meters across and falls 21 meters into a large natural pool. It is known for its cinematic appearance in the classic TV version of Journey to the West. During the rainy season, the roar of the water is deafening, which is why locals call it the Roaring Waterfall. Your guide will explain how the waterfall was shaped by centuries of calcium-rich water depositing layers of limestone, creating the dramatic terraces and crystal-clear pool below. It’s a great place to take photos and walk slowly around the viewing areas as your guide shares the history and myths tied to the site.

Continue by eco-shuttle to the upper part of Tianxingqiao Scenic Area, often described as a miniature world of Karst beauty. This is a compact but rich ecosystem where water, stone, and forest come together in harmony. You’ll walk through shaded groves, over moss-covered rocks, and across bridges that hover just above the streams. Strange stone formations rise out of the water like sculptures, while ferns and small flowers thrive in the damp, cool air. Your guide will point out plants native to the area and explain how the special climate supports such biodiversity. The trail winds gently, perfect for slow exploration. You might spot butterflies, listen to birdsong, or just enjoy the quiet beauty of nature surrounding you. It’s a place where every turn reveals something unexpected.

The last and most breathtaking stop of the day is Huangguoshu Waterfall itself, the largest in Asia. It plunges 77.8 meters from a cliff and spans more than 100 meters across, forming a spectacular curtain of water. The thunder of the falls can be felt even before you see it. Your guide will lead you on a loop trail that brings you to several viewpoints, including the famous Water Curtain Cave, a passage carved into the rock behind the waterfall. Walking through this tunnel, you’ll be close enough to feel the spray and hear the deep rumble of the water crashing in front of you. It’s a thrilling and immersive experience. After the waterfall, take a quiet stroll through the nearby bonsai garden where over 3,000 miniature trees are carefully shaped into living works of art. Your guide will introduce you to the local styles of bonsai and the philosophies behind their design, offering a calm and elegant end to a powerful day in nature.

After a full day immersed in Guizhou’s natural beauty, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel in Guiyang. The drive offers a chance to relax and reflect on the highlights of the day, from the thunderous roar of Huangguoshu Waterfall to the peaceful stone paths of Tianxingqiao. Along the way, your guide is happy to answer any remaining questions or offer suggestions for local dining spots if you’d like to continue exploring the city in the evening. Back at your hotel, they’ll ensure you’re comfortably settled and remind you of the plan for the next day, if your journey continues. This thoughtful end to the day reflects our “travel like a local” vision — blending scenic wonder with seamless, personal service.