Karst Kingdom · Selenium-Rich Hometown

Kaiyang County, Guiyang — the hometown of China's selenium-rich agricultural products and a museum of karst landforms. This 2-day 1-night itinerary explores Nanjiang Grand Canyon, roams Ten Mile Gallery, challenges Hou'er Tiankeng, and experiences the collision of geological wonders and pastoral poetry.

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Karst Wonders

Selenium-Rich

Ecological Treasure Land

Buyi

Customs Gallery

Adventure

Sports Paradise

Nanjiang Grand Canyon Scenery in Kaiyang County

Magnificent karst landform of Nanjiang Grand Canyon

2-Day 1-Night Geological Wonder Tour of Kaiyang County

Canyon exploration + pastoral roaming + extreme challenges, experience the charm of the Karst Kingdom

                    
Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Nanjiang Grand Canyon, Qinglong River Ten Mile Gallery, Hou'er Tiankeng, Yunshan Tea Sea

                    
Suitable For
Outdoor adventurers, photography enthusiasts, self-driving tourists, ethnic culture experiencers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥380-¥650

Canyon & Gallery Tour

Geology & Pastoral Scenery

Itinerary Highlights

Explore Nanjiang Grand Canyon in the morning and roam Ten Mile Gallery in the afternoon

Attraction Arrangement

Nanjiang Grand Canyon

A national 4A-level scenic area with typical karst canyon landforms, stretching over 40 kilometers, featuring more than 200 scenic spots such as Jinzhong Waterfall and Wanfo Ridge. You can experience glass plank road, rafting and other projects.

Qinglong River Ten Mile Gallery

A cluster of Buyi ethnic villages distributed along the Qinglong River, with rapeseed flower seas in spring and golden rice waves in autumn. It includes experience spots such as ancient papermaking workshops and Buyi song venues, known as "the most beautiful rural gallery in China".

Matou Village Ancient Building Complex

A 600-year-old Buyi ethnic village with well-preserved stone slab house buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including chieftain ruins and ancient opera stages. It is an important living museum for studying Buyi culture.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Wear non-slip shoes in the canyon
The gallery is suitable for aerial photography
Experience making glutinous rice cakes in the ancient village

Accommodation Recommendations

Canyon View Hotel
Gallery Buyi Homestay
County Boutique Hotel

Tiankeng & Tea Sea Tour

Challenge & Relaxation

Itinerary Highlights

Challenge Hou'er Tiankeng in the morning and taste tea at Yunshan Tea Sea in the afternoon

Attraction Arrangement

Hou'er Tiankeng (Monkey Ear Sinkhole)

A super sinkhole scenic area with a vertical drop of over 100 meters. You can experience extreme projects such as super swing, walking in the clouds, and vertical rappelling, known as "a paradise for cool play enthusiasts".

Yunshan Tea Sea

A demonstration base of 10,000-mu selenium-rich tea garden. You can experience tea picking, tea making, and tea art performances, and climb the viewing platform to overlook the continuous tea sea. It is a health and leisure resort.

Zijiang Ground Fissure

A karst ground fissure wonder, 20 kilometers long with the narrowest part only 1.9 meters wide. It includes underground rivers, karst caves and other landscapes, and requires crossing with a professional guide.

Practical Information

Featured Experiences

Tiankeng extreme challenge
Tea garden tea picking experience
Taste selenium-rich feast

Return Suggestions

Reserve shopping time
Selenium-rich tea leaves
Buyi batik

Must-Try Foods in Kaiyang County

Kaiyang Selenium-Rich Feast

Made from local selenium-rich agricultural products, including selenium-rich rice, selenium-rich tea, selenium-rich eggs and other characteristic ingredients. It features a selenium-rich health-preserving feast that embodies the concept of healthy eating.

Nanjiang Small Flower Fish

Wild small fish produced in the Nanjiang River basin, crispy and delicious after deep-frying, served with characteristic chili powder. It is a delicacy for entertaining guests of the local Buyi people.

Machang Dried Tofu

Firewood dried tofu made with a century-old craft, rich in bean flavor. It can be eaten cold, stir-fried or as a ready-to-eat snack, and is a geographical indication product of Kaiyang.

Kaiyang County Travel Tips

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