Millennium Ancient Town · Ink Painting Zhenyuan

Zhenyuan County, Qiandongnan – a famous historical and cultural city of China and the pearl of Wuyang River. This 2-day 1-night tour takes you to walk along the ancient town streets, visit the Qinglong Cave ancient buildings, tour the Wuyang River, and experience the perfect combination of thousands of years of history, diverse culture and natural scenery.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town

Millennium Ancient Town

Qinglong Cave

Treasure of Ancient Architecture

Wuyang River

Canyon Scenery

Tiexi Scenic Area

Natural Wonder

Panoramic View of Zhenyuan Ancient Town

A millennium-old historical and cultural city on the banks of the Wuyang River

2-Day 1-Night Historical and Cultural Tour of Zhenyuan County

Ancient Town Walk + Ancient Building Visit + Canyon Tour, Experience the Diverse Charms of Zhenyuan

                    
Tour Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Zhenyuan Ancient Town, Qinglong Cave, Wuyang River, Tiexi Scenic Area

                    
Suitable for
History and culture enthusiasts, photography enthusiasts, ancient town wanderers, food explorers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥700

Millennium Ancient Town Tour

Ancient Town Walk and Ancient Building Visit

Tour Highlights

All-day historical and cultural tour

Attraction Arrangement

Zhenyuan Ancient Town

A famous historical and cultural city of China, founded in the Ming Dynasty, with well-preserved ancient building complexes of Ming and Qing dynasties. The stone streets wind and turn, and the Wuyang River runs through the city, known as the "Venice of the East".

Qinglong Cave Ancient Building Complex

A national-level cultural relic protection unit, an ancient building complex integrating Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. Built against the mountain and beside the water, the buildings are exquisite and known as the "First Cave Heaven in Qiandongnan".

Heping Village Site

The former site of the Second Prisoner of War Internment Camp of the Ministry of Military Affairs of the National Government during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. It is a historical witness of the friendly exchanges between the Chinese and Japanese peoples and has important historical value.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes
Be careful on the stone roads of the ancient town
Respect local cultural customs

Accommodation Recommendations

Characteristic inns in the ancient town
Homestays by the Wuyang River
Boutique hotels in the ancient town

Natural Scenery Tour

Canyon Tour and Ecological Experience

Tour Highlights

All-day natural scenery experience

Attraction Arrangement

Wuyang River Scenic Area

A beautiful river flowing through Zhenyuan County, with beautiful canyon scenery and clear green water. You can take a boat tour to enjoy the karst landforms and pastoral scenery on both banks, known as the "Little Three Gorges".

Tiexi Scenic Area

A natural scenic area famous for its unique karst landforms and clear streams. It has lush forests and gurgling streams, making it an ideal place for hiking adventures and leisure sightseeing.

Gaoguo River Scenic Area

A natural scenic area famous for its steep canyons and white-water rafting. The rafting experience is exciting and thrilling, making it an excellent choice for summer cooling and outdoor sports.

Practical Information

Characteristic Experiences

Wuyang River cruise
Ancient town night view photography
Taste characteristic local food
Folk culture experience

Return Suggestions

Buy Zhenyuan local specialties
Taste aged preserved vegetables
Pay attention to the return transportation time

Must-Try Food in Zhenyuan County

Aged Preserved Vegetables

A local specialty of Zhenyuan, a traditional local pickled vegetable with a long history. It is made of high-quality green vegetables through multiple processes of pickling, with a sour and delicious taste, appetizing with meals.

Zhenyuan Sour Soup Fish

A local specialty food, made with fresh fish from Wuyang River and special sour soup, sour and spicy with a delicious taste, reflecting the dietary cultural characteristics of Zhenyuan area.

Tofu Pudding

A traditional snack of Zhenyuan, made of high-quality soybeans, with a smooth and tender texture, served with special seasonings, unique flavor, and deeply loved by local people.

Miao's Cured Meat

A traditional cured food of the Miao nationality, made of local native pork smoked with pine branches, with firm meat texture and rich smoky flavor, it is a local specialty food.

Zhenyuan County Travel Tips

Best Seasons