Guiyang

The capital of Guizhou Province, has undergone one of the most dramatic transformations in modern China. Once a remote mountain outpost, it is now a global "Big Data" valley and a model for "Ecological Civilization."

The "Karst Kingdom" Nature Tour: A day trip to Huangguoshu Waterfall (Asia's largest) and the nearby Baling River Bridge, where you can experience the world’s highest commercial bungee jump.

Guiyang Night Market Food Crawl: A guided evening through Qingyun Road or Erqi Road. Must-tries include Siwawa (DIY vegetarian silk wraps) and Lao Kaili Sour Fish Soup.

Miao & Dong Ethnic Heritage: A 2-day excursion from Guiyang to the Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, the world's largest cluster of stilt houses, to see "Silver Leaf" traditional dress and Lusheng dancing.

The "Big Data" & Smart City Tour: A specialized tour of the Gui'an New Area to see the futuristic data centers carved into mountains and autonomous bus systems.

Jiaxiu Pavilion: A 400-year-old architectural landmark on the Nanming River. It is most spectacular at night when its traditional eaves are illuminated against the modern skyline.

Qingyan Ancient Town: A military fortress from the Ming Dynasty built entirely of stone. Famous for its steep "Back Street" and its specialty Zhuangyuan Pig's Trotters.

Qianling Mountain Park: A lush urban forest where wild macaques roam freely. It also houses the historic Hongfu Temple, a major Buddhist pilgrimage site.

Huaguoyuan "White House": A massive, ornate private mansion that has become a viral "Internet Celebrity" (Wanghong) spot, especially when lit up at night.

The "Big Data" Valley: Explore the futuristic districts that host the regional headquarters of Apple, Google, and Alibaba, showcasing Guiyang’s status as China's digital engine.