China's Natural Wonders Expedition: Pandora Peaks & Turquoise Lakes

A Journey from Beijing to the Heart of China's Minority Cultures

Day 1: Warsaw - Beijing

• Depart from Warsaw to Beijing via direct flights (Polish Airlines LO091 or LO089)
• Flight duration approximately 8.5-10 hours
• Arrival in Beijing the following day

Day 2: Beijing Arrival and Preparation

• Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport or Daxing International Airport
• Self-transfer to downtown hotel using public transportation or taxi
• Hotel check-in (typically available after 14:00)
• Optional: Consider joining a 2-day Beijing mini-group tour for first-time visitors
• Overnight at Hotel Yoo Beijing

Day 3: Beijing to Guiyang Transition

• Self-transfer to airport for flight to Guiyang
• Meet professional guide upon arrival in Guiyang
• Visit Jiaxiu Pavilion, the landmark of Guiyang city
• Explore Hongfu Buddhist Monastery atop Qianling Mountain
• Overnight at Novotel Hotel

Day 4: Ethnic Cultural Immersion Begins

Jichang Old-Han Chinese Village Experience

• Welcome ceremony with traditional lion dance
• Witness Dixi (ground opera) performance
• Learn basic performing skills from local artists

Tianlong Village Exploration

• Hiking to Tianlong Old-Han Chinese village
• Study ancient stone architecture
• Learn basic Chinese conversation phrases
• Understand local customs and etiquette
• Lunch at Tianlong village café

Anshun Cultural Activities

• Visit batik museum and workshop
• Learn basic batik skills from master artist
• Explore Anshun night market
• Overnight at Puhua Hotel

Day 5: Natural Wonders of Guizhou

Huangguoshu Waterfall Adventure

• Visit China's largest waterfall
• 1.5-hour hiking experience to the waterfall
• Comprehensive exploration of the waterfall area

Tianxingqiao Scenic Area

• Explore stone forest formations on water
• Discover limestone karst caves
• Return to Guiyang city
• Overnight at Novotel Hotel

Day 6: Miao Culture Deep Dive

Qingman Miao Village Welcome

• Traditional Miao welcome ceremony
• Rice wine offering ritual
• Explore stilted residential architecture
• Understand Miao building design and functionality

Shiqiao Village Traditional Crafts

• Witness traditional paper-making from tree bark
• Learn about paper-making processes and principles
• Lunch featuring local Miao cuisine
• Overnight at Grand Metro Park Heaven-sent Hotel

Day 7: Mountain Trekking and Rural Life

Maliao to Xijiang Expedition

• 1.5-hour bus ride to Maliao
• 4-hour challenging mountain hike
• Panoramic views of terraced paddy fields

Kaijue Silver Village Visit

• Explore silversmith Miao village
• Visit local families and artisans
• Mountain top picnic lunch

Xijiang Arrival and Homestay

• Traditional rice wine welcome ceremony
• Meet homestay family members
• Free time for village exploration
• Overnight in village homestay

Day 8: Authentic Rural Experience

Agricultural Activities

• Field-plowing with water buffalo
• Carp-fishing in paddy fields
• Potato digging in mountain fields
• Safety-focused farming experience
• Lunch prepared from harvested ingredients

Cultural Exchange and Education

• Visit Xijiang Middle School
• Interact with Miao ethnic students
• Learn traditional Miao songs
• Practice Lusheng (bamboo reed pipe) instrument
• Basketball match with local students
• Team-building activities

Day 9: Traditional Crafts and Departure

Miao Embroidery Workshop

• Visit Ms. Yang Jianhong's embroidery workshop
• Learn about Miao embroidery cultural significance
• Create personal embroidery piece
• Understand pattern origins and legends

Return Journey

• Travel from Xijiang to Guiyang via Kaili
• Transfer to Guiyang airport for Beijing flight
• Overnight at Beijing airport hotel

Day 10: Homeward Journey

• Depart Beijing for Warsaw via available flights
• Flight options from both Capital and Daxing airports
• Ensure adequate transfer time between airports if necessary
• Journey conclusion