Zhaoxing Dong Village, a secret travel photography spot away from crowded internet-famous places, live in the real-life Spirited Away
by JourneyJournals
Aug 24, 2025
Cloud Terrace Fields · Secret Realm Jiabang✨
2025 Best Autumn Colors 3-4 Day Travel Guide (September-October Golden Rice Limited Edition💛)
1. Why choose September-October❓
🌟Exclusive reasons online:
☁️Turns golden 20 days earlier than Longji
From early September to early October, golden rice + sea of clouds appear together at an explosive rate
📸Photographer’s dream spot
Non-touristy secret realm, guaranteed terrace field spots with no crowds early and late
🐟Foodie perks time
Freshly caught rice flower fish + new rice on the market, full autumn flavor
2. Complete Transportation Guide (2025 latest)
🚄High-speed rail travelers look here:
Pearl River Delta → Congjiang Station (4.5h)
⚠️2h car ride from station to scenic area
(Strongly recommend 7-10 seat vehicle for comfort on mountain roads)
🚌Bus route:
Guiyang → Kaili South (1h high-speed rail) →
Congjiang Bus Station (2.5h) →
Dangniu Tourist Center (50min)
🚗Self-driving must-see:
Guilin/Liuzhou → Xiarong Expressway 3.5h
(Can stop by Zhaoxing Dong Village on the way✨)
💡Tips:
No self-driving inside the scenic area❌ Unified sightseeing bus only
Ticket 100 RMB includes round-trip shuttle 💰 Frequent departures, very convenient
3. 4-Day Divine Itinerary
🌈Day 1 Cultural Appetizer
▫️16:00 Arrive at Zhaoxing Dong Village
▫️18:00 Drum Tower night view + Long Table Banquet
🏡Recommended Dong Village homestay "Guyin"
(Address: inside Zhaoxing Dong Village Scenic Area)
🌈Day 2 Terrace Field First Experience
▫️9:00 Dong ethnic group grand song performance
▫️12:00 Private car straight to Dangniu Tourist Center
▫️15:00 Dongpeng Terrace Fields for sunset shots
🏡Stay at "Yunti Hui Resort Hotel"
(Address: highest point of Jiache Village)
🌈Day 3 Deep Immersion
▫️5:30 Chase sea of clouds sunrise☀️
▫️8:00 Easy 6km hike
(Jiache → Dangga → Three Households)
▫️12:00 Rice field BBQ party🎉
▫️14:30 Intangible cultural heritage batik experience
🌈Day 4 Second Heartbeat
▫️Optional second visit to terrace fields
▫️Or deep exploration of Jiading area
▫️11:00 Return trip
4. Photographer’s Secret Spots📸
1️⃣ Dongpeng Terrace Fields
✅Official promotional photo location
⏱️Best time: sunrise
(Golden steps under side light are super dreamy✨)
2️⃣ Dangga Terrace Fields
✅Most levels, "Fingerprint Terrace Fields"
⏱️Better to shoot in afternoon with front light
3️⃣ Three Households
✅Secret realm full of solitude
📷Must bring 70-200mm telephoto lens
5. Top Divine Accommodations🛏️
🏆Jiache Village "Yunti Hui"
✨Highest altitude viewing spot
✨With floor heating + elevator
💰480-680 RMB/night
🎯Dangniu Village "Yunhuan Secret Realm"
🔥Only 9 rooms, light luxury choice
🌌Starry sky terrace + infinity pool
💰580-880 RMB/night
6. Must-Eat Food List🍴
🐟Freshly caught and grilled rice flower fish
(Available at farmhouses in Jiache Village)
🐖Crispy small fragrant pig
(Perfect with special litsea cubeba dipping sauce)
🍚Colorful glutinous rice
(Limited edition only available on market days)
7. Expense Details💳
🚗Transportation: High-speed rail + private car ≈ 600 RMB
🏨Accommodation: 700 RMB/3 nights (mid-range)
🍽️Meals: 200 RMB/day
🎫Tickets: 100 RMB/person
💰Total ≈ 1400 RMB/person
📌Pre-trip checklist
✅Waterproof hiking shoes
✅Tripod + polarizing filter
✅Mosquito repellent + sunscreen
✅500 RMB cash for emergencies
(Many shops do not support mobile payments)
💌Traveler’s words:
When the morning mist kisses the golden rice waves
The stilted buildings appear faintly among the clouds
This is the most touching love letter
the earth writes to the sky💌
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