4 Days 3 Nights Exploring Guigang: October’s Countryside Scenery and Food Journey

October in Guigang features golden rice fields and quaint villages, making it the perfect place to experience a slow-paced lifestyle! This detailed guide will take you to taste authentic local cuisine and check in at stunning rural landscapes～

Day 1: Getting to Know Guigang
⏰ Morning: Guigang City Museum
Introduction / Experience: Learn about Guigang’s history and culture. The museum has a rich collection of exhibits, from bronze artifacts to ethnic costumes, taking you through time.
Transportation: Taxi or bus within the city; just navigate to “Guigang City Museum.”
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closed on Mondays, advance booking recommended).

🍽️ Noon: Old Street Rice Noodle Shop
Introduction / Experience: A must-try Guigang rice noodle dish with flavorful broth and rich toppings, a local favorite breakfast!
Transportation: Located in Old Street, reachable by walking or biking.
Business Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

🌆 Afternoon: Nanshan Temple
Introduction / Experience: A thousand-year-old ancient temple with a serene environment, perfect for peaceful strolls. The mountaintop offers amazing views!
Transportation: Recommended by taxi or self-driving; navigate to “Nanshan Temple Parking Lot.”
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

🌙 Evening: Check into a city hotel
Introduction / Experience: Recommended to stay near Old Street for convenient night tours and food hunting.
Transportation: Convenient city transport; taxi or walking both work.

Day 2: Countryside Scenery Day
⏰ Morning: Qintang District Rice Field Sightseeing
Introduction / Experience: October’s rice fields are golden and picturesque, perfect for photos and enjoying the pastoral romance.
Transportation: Recommended to charter a car or self-drive; navigate to “Qintang District Rice Field Sightseeing Area.”
Opening Hours: Open all day.

🍽️ Noon: Farmhouse Lunch
Introduction / Experience: Taste freshly picked vegetables and native chicken, delicious and a true farmhouse experience.
Transportation: Several farmhouses near the rice fields; choose any you like.
Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

🌆 Afternoon: Pingtian Mountain Forest Park
Introduction / Experience: A paradise for hiking lovers with fresh air; the summit offers a panoramic view of Guigang.
Transportation: Recommended self-driving or charter; navigate to “Pingtian Mountain Forest Park.”
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

🌙 Evening: Return to the city
Introduction / Experience: Dinner options include specialty restaurants in the city, such as “Guigang Night Market,” with a dazzling variety of snacks.
Transportation: Taxi or bus within the city.

Day 3: Cultural Exploration
⏰ Morning: Guiping Xishan (West Mountain)
Introduction / Experience: A Buddhist holy site with majestic mountains and many temples, ideal for blessings and hiking.
Transportation: Recommended charter or self-driving; navigate to “Guiping Xishan Scenic Area.”
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

🍽️ Noon: Xishan Vegetarian Meal
Introduction / Experience: Famous vegetarian dishes in the scenic area, light and healthy, worth trying.
Transportation: Accessible on foot within the scenic area.
Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

🌆 Afternoon: Longtan National Forest Park
Introduction / Experience: Pristine forest scenery with waterfalls and streams, perfect for cooling off and photography.
Transportation: Recommended self-driving or charter; navigate to “Longtan National Forest Park.”
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

🌙 Evening: Check into a hotel in Guiping city
Introduction / Experience: Choose a hotel near the scenic area for convenience the next day.
Transportation: Convenient transport within Guiping city.

Day 4: Leisure and Relaxation
⏰ Morning: Dateng Gorge Scenic Area
Introduction / Experience: Take a boat tour to enjoy the gorge scenery, picturesque mountains and waters, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship.
Transportation: Recommended charter or self-driving; navigate to “Dateng Gorge Scenic Area.”
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

🍽️ Noon: Riverside Fish Restaurant
Introduction / Experience: Fresh river fish dishes with delicious flavors; the sour soup fish is highly recommended!
Transportation: Several fish restaurants near the scenic area; choose any you like.
Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

🌆 Afternoon: Departure
Introduction / Experience: End your wonderful Guigang trip and head home with full memories～

Practical Tips
October in Guigang has large temperature differences between morning and evening, remember to bring a jacket.
Some scenic spots require advance booking; confirm before traveling.
Budget reference: 1000-1500 RMB per person (including accommodation and transportation).
If you have questions, ask me in the comments～ Save this for next time!