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Long after this tour you will conjure up memories of China’s natural wonders that have inspired poets and artists, and the treasure of being immersed in the life and culture of ancient minority people, suspended in time, still using skills to produce crafts that have served them since time immemorial.
There is much to delight in this tour combining awesome natural wonders in the national park and waterfall with an experience of ancient minority cultures and crafts that take you back in time.
Be prepared to be surprised and delighted as you are taken back in time by immersion in ancient Miao minority culture in villages, each retaining distinct characteristics. Discover the lifestyle, character, unique crafts and capacity to entertain of people living in a microcosm of ancient life, as you join in traditional festivities.
Be prepared to be surprised and delighted as you are taken back in time with an immersion in ancient Miao minority culture in villages, each retaining distinct characteristics. Discover the lifestyle, character, unique crafts and capacity to entertain, of people living in a microcosm of ancient life.
There is much to delight in this tour combining awesome natural wonders in the national park and waterfall with an experience of an ancient minority culture that takes you back in time.
Considered the ideal way to appreciate the Dong minority culture, this one day tour to Zhaoxing Dong Village is a charming experience for the traveler interested in knowing the real heart of China. Minority cultures abound in China, however there are few which are preserved as well or authentically as that of the Dong people. Enjoy the unhurried pace of the day’s activities which commence with a bullet train ride from Guiyang to Congjiang. Travel by car to Zhaoxing Dong Village for the opportunity to see and experience the architecture, traditions, culture, and crafts of the people. Enjoy local food and wander through a unique outdoor eco-museum that authentically presents the way of life still followed by the Dong people today. Inclusive of all transfers and a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, this private tour can be integrated with other tours in the region, including visits to the Kaili Miao Villages and Zhenyuan Ancient Town.
Traditional Miao villages hold great appeal for the traveler wanting an authentic experience of China, and the Qingman, Shiqiao, and Matang each offer their own appeal on this one day private tour. Travel comfortably between the villages and appreciate the opportunity for direct contact with locals who are proud to showcase and share their traditions, culture, craftsmanship, and creations. Observe the subtle differerences between each village and relish the opportunity to see the way local Miao people continue to respect and preserve their heritage, even in the face of rapid contemporary change. Offering a unique window to a China rarely seen, this one day tour includes an enthusiastic English speaking guide and all transfers. It can be booked as a discrete tour or in conjunction with other tours throughout Guiyang. Just ask us how!
There is much to delight in this tour combining an awesome natural wonder in the waterfall with an experience of an ancient minority culture that takes you back in time.
Discover why Guilin and Yangshuo consistently rate as must-see destinations in China with this four day mini tour.
Start your adventure in Guilin, home to some of China’s most iconic landscapes. With karst limestone formations visible in all directions you’ll understand why it’s been a feature of the work of poets, painters and philosophers over centuries. Visit one of the city’s highlights when you find what lies beneath in the Reed Flute Cave. Formed over 180 million years ago and illuminated to tell stories today, the cave is a sight to behold. Enjoy a rural escape to the Longji Rice Terraces, where you’ll find vistas of rice paddies that appear to form rivulets and streams down the mountain. Be introduced to the local minority groups, the Zhuang and Yao people, and acquaint yourself with their traditional clothing, architecture, and customs. Meander down the Li River on a half day cruise and savor the karst limestone landscape up close. You’ll be spoilt for photo opportunities. Make the most of your time in the town of Yangshuo, a welcome relaxed change from China’s big cities. Including all accommodation in four and five star hotels, transfers, daily breakfasts, a local English-speaking guide, and the opportunity to capture beautiful travel memories in a special corner of China, this tour is a delightful four day break from the everyday. Why not book it today and coordinate with any of our other small group or private tours?
Experience from the water the magnificent scenery of the Li River and become immersed in the rural lifestyle of unique ethnic minorities in ancient Dong villages, widely recognized as a cultural ecosystem.
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