Chongzuo Two-Day Travel Guide

—— China-Vietnam Border · Karst Wonders · Pastoral Poetry ——

📅 Itinerary Overview
Theme: Transnational Waterfall + Mingshi Pastoral + Border Scenery
Suitable for: Nature lovers / Photography enthusiasts / Couples
Budget Allocation: Transportation 25% + Accommodation 30% + Dining 20% + Experiences 25%

🌊 Day 1: Detian Transnational Waterfall & Border Exploration
Morning

8:00 Nanning → Chongzuo (Self-drive/charter 2.5h, about 500 RMB/car, or take high-speed train to Chongzuo South Station then rent a car)
10:30-12:30 Detian Transnational Waterfall (Ticket + sightseeing bus 140 RMB/person)

Activities: Take a bamboo raft to get close to the waterfall (30 RMB/person), photograph the China-Vietnam border marker in the mist; climb the viewing platform for a panoramic view.

Noon

13:00-14:00 Lunch near the scenic area

Recommended: Yuemu Niang Restaurant (80 RMB per person), must-try Vietnamese spring rolls, lemongrass grilled fish, pineapple fried rice.

Afternoon

15:00-17:30 Mingshi Pastoral (Free, bike rental 50 RMB/hour)

Activities: Cycle through karst rice fields, check in at the filming location of "The Journey of Flower"; evening bamboo raft drifting (120 RMB/person, includes Zhuang ethnic folk song performance).

Evening

19:00 Check in at Mingshi Mountain Villa (Zhuang-style villa about 800 RMB/night)

Dinner: Villa Biji Banquet (150 RMB per person), try five-color glutinous rice, charcoal-grilled suckling pig, accompanied by Zhuang toasting songs.

⛰️ Day 2: Heishui River Adventure & Zuojiang Leaning Tower
Morning

8:30-10:30 Heishui River rafting (180 RMB/person)

Activities: Kayak through karst canyons, explore caves and wild banana forests, guided explanation of geological wonders.

11:00-12:00 Anping Fairy River (Boat ride 80 RMB/person)

Activities: Ride a farmer’s small boat on the "Little Detian," with the boatwoman cooking fresh river porridge on board.

Noon

12:30-14:00 Lunch in Chongzuo city

Recommended: Old Street Local Cuisine Restaurant (60 RMB per person), must-try sour bamboo shoot fried snails, Zuojiang fish sashimi, dragon beard seaweed.

Afternoon

14:30-16:00 Zuojiang Leaning Tower (Ticket 20 RMB/person)

Activities: Climb the tower to view the big bend of the Zuojiang River, learn the secret of this 400-year-old standing structure; take artistic photos on the riverside boardwalk.

16:30 Return to Nanning (Self-drive/charter about 2.5h)

💰 Budget Details (Total cost for 2 people)

Transportation: Charter/rental 1000 RMB + fuel and tolls ≈ 1500 RMB
Accommodation: Mingshi Mountain Villa 800 RMB ≈ 800 RMB
Dining: Meals + snacks ≈ 1000 RMB
Tickets & Experiences: Waterfall + rafting + boat ride ≈ 900 RMB
Others: Photography outfit rental/snacks ≈ 300 RMB
Total: About 4500 RMB (Reserve 500 RMB for flexible spending)

✨ Advanced Tips

VIP Experience: Detian Waterfall night tour (light show + live performance, +198 RMB/person)
Photography Secrets: Drone aerial shots at Mingshi Pastoral at sunrise, use GoPro for first-person view on Heishui River.
Border Bonus: Stop by Shuolong Port on the way, buy Vietnamese coffee and White Tiger Balm (remember to bring your ID).

The mountains and waters of Chongzuo are a love letter from the Creator to Guangxi.