A 5-Day 4-Night Family Trip to Hayao Miyazaki's Summer Wonderland

27° Fairy Tale World! Tested and proven, this family travel guide is super fun 🤩

✈️ Transportation Guide:
✅ Direct flight to Xingyi Wanfenglin Airport (super convenient!)
✅ High-speed train to Panzhou Station, then transfer by bus to Xingyi city center, and Didi ride directly to Wanfenglin Scenic Area
⚠️ Remember to book the return bus in advance, as seats are limited during peak season

🏨 Recommended Accommodations:
1️⃣ Xingyi Mushroom Wild Luxury Hotel (No. 1 Guichun New Road)
✨ Fairy Tale Kingdom · A must-stay for families
✔️ Adorably designed mushroom-shaped rooms
✔️ Free tickets to Guizhou Chun Scenic Area included
✔️ Fully equipped family facilities

2️⃣ Wanfenglin Basha Homestay
✨ Instagram-style pastoral life
✔️ Stunning infinity pool overlooking rice fields
✔️ Rooms face directly towards Wanfenglin

3️⃣ Fengsan Resort Inn
✨ Ultimate mountain view
✔️ Handmade tie-dye experience
✔️ Super romantic stargazing terrace

4️⃣ Qigu Holiday Hotel
✨ Best viewing spot for Maling River Canyon
✔️ 10-minute walk to the scenic area

🎡 Top Must-Do Activities:
【Guizhou Chun Scenic Area】
🎫 Free admission (included with stay at Mushroom Hotel)
🎠 Amusement park + fairy tale architecture perfect for photos

【Wanfenglin】
🚂 Rice field mini train (ride once in the morning and evening)
🐟 Rice field fish catching (Liu Ge’s place is the largest!)
🎨 Tie-dye experience (Blue Blue requires reservation)
🛶 Paddleboarding cave exploration (arranged by third-party agencies)

【Maling River Grand Canyon】
🌊 Best route:
Chaiwo Entrance → Wanma Benteng Waterfall → Return → Sightseeing Elevator → Exit at Xiaoqingshan

【Guizhou Dragon Fossil Museum】
🦕 Fossil digging every hour starting at 10 AM (kids love it!)

🍜 Food Recommendations:
1️⃣ Buyi Sour Bamboo Shoot Beef Restaurant
🌶️ Sour and spicy, very appetizing! Even kids finish their plates

2️⃣ Ancient Village Lamb Noodles
🍜 A morning delicacy in Xi Na Hui Village

3️⃣ Dingsu Snacks Hot Beef Slices
🥩 Dry pot beef is the signature dish! Expect queues during meal times

4️⃣ General Peak Egg Fried Rice
🍳 Made with corn rice for a crispy texture

5️⃣ Trunk Market
🍢 A must-visit in Xingyi city! Camping vibe at max

💡 Tips:
✓ Sunscreen + mosquito repellent are essential
✓ Paddleboarding cave exploration requires booking 1 day in advance
✓ For families with kids, staying 2 nights at Mushroom Hotel is recommended
✓ Best summer escape season is July to August