Four Days and Three Nights High-Speed Rail Trip to Guiyang x Huangguoshu Waterfall

Four days and three nights in Guizhou Province is not enough to explore everything. With limited time, we stayed in Guiyang City and visited the Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area in Anshun City. Day 1️⃣: Arrived at Guiyang East Station and checked in. With only half a day left, we visited Qingyun Market and had a chance encounter with Kenneth Fok and Guo Jingjing. Then, we went to Jiaxiu Tower for some photo opportunities. Day 2️⃣: Visited Tianhetan Scenic Area, took a boat ride to see rock formations, and climbed the equivalent of 24 floors, walking over 10,000 steps. Day 3️⃣: Woke up early to visit Huangguoshu Waterfall. It was peak summer season, so the place was crowded. As Asia's largest waterfall, each section had its unique charm. The area is divided into three main sections: the Grand Waterfall, Doupotang, and Tianxingqiao. Shuttle buses are required to move between areas, and there are still queues to see the waterfalls after getting off the bus. Tianxingqiao has the longest walking route with ups and downs, Doupotang is mostly flat, and the Grand Waterfall offers an escalator ride for an additional fee. It's recommended to have lunch in the Grand Waterfall area as there are more dining options. Day 4️⃣: Visited the Guizhou Provincial Museum before heading back to Guiyang North Station to take the high-speed train home. The museum offers insights into human evolution and the history of different dynasties in Guizhou. Remember to book tickets in advance! Guiyang does have a metro system, but the underground streets can be confusing. We relied on ride-hailing services throughout the trip and booked a private tour for Huangguoshu. We stayed at Dream City near Guiyang North Station, which had plenty of dining options nearby. However, hotel prices during the summer were unreasonably high and not worth the cost. Many so-called hotels were just in name only. 💰 Average cost per person: HKD 4,000～