Qujing Golden Autumn Secret Adventure

Qujing Golden Autumn Landscape Adventure Tour 7 Days 6 Nights Guide
Theme: Explore the secret realm of eastern Yunnan, encounter the splendid golden autumn scenery
Features: A combination of natural scenery and cultural experiences, suitable for travelers who love adventure and photography.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Qujing, feel the charm of the city

Morning: Arrive in Qujing, check into the hotel, and rest briefly.
Afternoon: Tour Qujing city, visit Qilin Park and Qujing Museum to experience the city's cultural heritage.
Evening: Taste Qujing specialties such as Xuanwei ham and Zhanyi spicy chicken.

Day 2: Explore the Colorful Sand Forest, admire natural wonders

Morning: Head to Luliang Colorful Sand Forest, enjoy the colorful sand peaks and pillars, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship.
Afternoon: Hike through the sand forest, experience the joy of adventure, and photograph spectacular scenery.
Evening: Return to Qujing city for free activities.

Day 3: Hike Dahai Caoshan, encounter alpine pastures

Morning: Go to Huize Dahai Caoshan, hike through alpine meadows, and admire the golden grasslands in autumn.
Afternoon: Visit local herders’ homes, experience milking cows and making butter tea, and learn about herder life.
Evening: Stay at a characteristic guesthouse in Dahai Caoshan and enjoy the starry sky.

Day 4: Enjoy Duoyi River, experience Buyi ethnic customs

Morning: Head to Luoping Duoyi River, take a bamboo raft drift, and admire the beautiful mountain and water scenery on both sides.
Afternoon: Visit Buyi ethnic villages, experience ethnic customs, and taste Buyi cuisine.
Evening: Stay at a characteristic inn by Duoyi River.

Day 5: Climb Jinji Peak Cluster, overlook the vast flower sea

Morning: Go to Luoping Jinji Peak Cluster, climb to the top to overlook the vast rapeseed flower sea (golden rice fields in autumn), and feel the magnificent scene.
Afternoon: Hike through the peak cluster, explore the mysteries of karst landforms.
Evening: Return to Luoping county for free activities.

Day 6: Visit Jiulong Waterfalls, feel the majestic power

Morning: Head to Luoping Jiulong Waterfall Group, admire one of China’s largest waterfall groups, and feel the majestic power of the waterfalls.
Afternoon: Hike through the waterfall group and photograph the magnificent scenery.
Evening: Stay at a characteristic hotel near Jiulong Waterfalls.

Day 7: Farewell Qujing, return fully satisfied

Morning: Free activities or souvenir shopping according to flight time.
Afternoon: Head to the airport and end the pleasant journey.

Accommodation Recommendations:

Qujing city: Qujing Jinlin Bay Hot Spring Hotel, Qujing Guan Fang Grand Hotel
Dahai Caoshan: Dahai Caoshan Starry Sky Tent Hotel
Duoyi River: Duoyi River Buyi Style Inn
Luoping county: Luoping Flower Sea Grand Hotel
Jiulong Waterfalls: Jiulong Waterfall Hotel

Food Recommendations:

Xuanwei Ham
Zhanyi Spicy Chicken
Huize Black Goat
Luoping Flower Rice
Buyi Five-Color Glutinous Rice

Travel Tips:

The autumn climate in Qujing is pleasant, but there is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so it is recommended to bring warm clothing.
Some attractions require hiking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Respect local ethnic minority customs.
Book accommodation and transportation in advance, especially during holidays.

Optional Itinerary:

If time permits, add a day to visit Shizong Phoenix Valley to explore mysterious karst caves.
For those interested in history and culture, add a day to visit Huize Ancient Town to experience the charm of the thousand-year-old town.

Budget:

Moderate budget, about 3000-4000 RMB per person (excluding round-trip airfare).

Wish you a pleasant journey!