4 Days in Libo: What to Do and See in Libo

Day 1 | Morning

Libo Seven Small Arches (Xiaoqikong) Scenic Area

Ticket Price: 100 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 4-6 Hours

Location: Libo, Qiannan, Guizhou, China

The Libo Seven Small Arches Scenic Area is located among the karst peaks south of the Libo County urban area. The attraction gets its name from a seven-arched bluestone bridge that crosses the noisy river there. The site incorporates all the beauty of mountains, water, trees, caves, lakes, and waterfalls. This natural splendor has combined with the authentic cultural flavor of the Tujia and Yao people of the area to bring fame to the area. Attractions like the ancient seven-arched bridge, the water forest, the crouching dragon pool, and Mandarin Duck Lake make the area like an earthly fairyland.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Xiaoqikong scenic spots are mainly water-based, each attraction has a different beauty, emeralds are worthy of emeralds, really beautiful. Where to take pictures are very beautiful.

Trip.com User: The beauty is like a fairyland in the world. Although there are a little more people, it is worth seeing.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Libo Seven Small Arches (Xiaoqikong) Scenic Area, Da Qikong Scenic Area next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Da Qikong Scenic Area

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: 100 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Libo, Qiannan, Guizhou, China

Da Qikong (literally “seven holes”) is located in Libo County, Guizhou Province. The area is named after a bridge with seven arches over the Mengtang River. The main attractions include karst gorges and unusual rock formations. Visitors can go white water rafting and admire the steep cliffs. The picturesque rock faces are covered with stalactites and lush green trees.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Jianyi International Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Jianyi International Hotel

The Jianyi International Hotel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Jianyi International Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dushan.

Dushan Railway Station is located approximately 5km away from this hotel. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Shuangming Cavern, Zhongnan Square and Dushan County Martyrs Cemetery all nearby.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Dushan hotel offers parking on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 2

Libo Maolan National Nature Reserve

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 50 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Libo, Qiannan, Guizhou, China

This nature reserve is located in Guizhou Province's Libo County. The degree of commercialization in the scenic area is very low, and thus has maintained the dense original virgin forest. The karst landforms stand among the mountains, water, forests, caves, waterfalls and rocks. It is a wonderful place for catching a glimpse of untouched nature, while also serving as a paradise for outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Libo Maolan National Nature Reserve, Tulip Inn Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Tulip Inn Hotel

Tulip Inn Hotel-Guiyang is built by Guizhou Zhongtou Tengda Properties Co., LTD. The hotel is focus on "Elegant Life" inspired by European culture, business, exhibition and resorts. Louvre Hotels Group (France) is entrusted us with full management. We are committed to combining the professional standards of European hotels with profound Chinese culture, to provide guests with comfortable excellent service and reasonable price.

The hotel is located in the Shuanglong Airport zone, the only large-scale commercial center in Zhongtie Modoo Park. We have comfortable rooms, full-time French restaurant, Chinese restaurant, lobby bar, banquet ball, conference center, VIP reception and Living in Paris exhibition, art gallery, etc. Wine, coffee, chocolate, and music are the core theme elements. The Hotel combines French specialty with oriental cuisine, and advocates the "Five-dimensional exquisite room standard", that is space, sleep, quality, food and visual experience, to meet the needs of various accommodation and conference.

Day 3 | Morning

Libo Shuichun River Rafting

Opening Hours: Open from 04/30-10/15,8:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 220 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: 33 Zhangjiang E Rd, Libo Xian, Qiannan Buyizumiaozuzizhizhou, Guizhou Sheng, China

Libo Shuichun River Rafting is located in the Shuichun River Scenic Area, which itself is part of the Zhangjiang River Scenic Area. It is named after the ancient Buyi ethnic village called Shuichun Village. The Shuichun River originates from the old-growth forests of Yueliang Mountain and flows westward through Libo County. It forms a unique canyon landscape consisting of dangerous peaks, swift rapids and lazy beaches. By traveling via raft, the water becomes a thrilling experience. Sometimes it is also gentle and you'll have a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river. At times, you'll cut across the mountain on long waves cresting in the river, as if you've been dropped into a beautiful landscape painting.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kristie O: We went river rafting with Libo Shuichun and it was an incredibly wonderful experience. we are two families traveling with 4 adults and two eleven-year-olds, and everyone loved it. The raft has a guide who helps navigate and paddle during the calm parts. The rafts are not too dangerous or scary at all.

Yikita: Very cool experience! Stunning scenery with wild rapids. Sturdy boats and professional staff. There’s a beer/bbq pit stop along the way where you can have a refreshing swim in the most wonderfully clear water. We paid 210 per person cos we had a two-man raft with no guide. Highly recommend it!

Day 3 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Libo Shuichun River Rafting, don’t forget pay a visit to Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area.

Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Days

Location: Zhangjiang River, Libo, Qiannan, China

Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area is adjacent to and connected with the Libo Maolan National Nature Reserve. The entire scenic area is composed of the Xiaoqikong scenic area (small seven-arch bridge), the Daqikong scenic area (large seven-arch bridge), the Shuichun River scenic area and the Zhangjiang River scenic belt. The Xiaoqikong scenic area is the core scenic spot of Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area. Here, the large maze-like Yuanyang Lake is surrounded by dense vegetation, making for a thrilling boat journey.

Day 3 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Jiahe Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Libo Zhangjiang Scenic Area love staying at it.

Jiahe Hotel

The Jiahe Hotel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Jiahe Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Libo.

From the hotel, Libo Airport is just 13km away. Guests will find JinLuoWan BuXingJie, Libo Cave Group and Libo Ice and Snow World Theme Park just a short distance from the hotel.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.

Day 4 | Morning

Libo Ancient Town

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 4-5 Hours

Location: Qianshang Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture Libo County Yuping Town Nanmen Bashang Vegetable Garden

Libo Ancient Town was restored and rebuilt on the former site of Libo Stone City. It combines the cultural characteristics of the four major ethnic minorities in Libo, namely Buyi, Shui, Miao and Yao, supplemented by the architectural style of Ming and Qing Hui style and Jiangnan water town style. Small bridges and flowing water are combined with garden art. The project covers a total area of 1099 mu, with a construction area of about 1 million square meters.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Libo Ancient Town, Yuanyang Lake next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Yuanyang Lake

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: 313, Taiwan, Hsinchu County, Jianshi Township

Yuanyang Lake, located witin Libo County in Qiannan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, is a natural lake on Karst Plateau. While rowing across the lake, visitors will notice, upon careful examination, that the roots of trees are located in the crevices of the rocks inside the lake. Through those rocks, the trees become rooted in the river bed. Due to the landform, water depth, and changes to lightwave, the lake water can be seen in many different colors -- a very interesting scene.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.