Day 1: the three core areas
After arriving, start with Doupotang and its broad “roaring fall”; in the afternoon go deep into Tianxingqiao (life-counting steps, water stone forest, Silver-chain Falling Pool); in the evening finish at the great fall, visiting the Water Curtain Cave as conditions allow. A night tour can be added if wished.
Day 2: Longgong and lesser-known spots
In the morning visit Longgong, taking a boat into the cave to see the water cave and concentrated karst; in the afternoon link Shitouzhai, Dishuitan waterfall and Balinghe Bridge, returning to your lodging by evening. Families keen on study can linger at the Bridge Museum.
Day 3: culture and countryside to finish
In the morning head to Tianlong Tunpu or Anshun old town for tunpu culture and street life; in the afternoon go to Langong for river-valley countryside — rafting in summer — or the Bridge Museum, rounding off the trip.
Trip and travel tips
- Stay: base near the area or in Anshun city to cut back-and-forth travel;
- Travel: use shuttles, chartered cars or driving between sights, and plan the route well;
- Tickets: note admission, shuttle tickets and night tours or rafting are arranged separately;
- Pace: the three days are full — add or drop stops to taste.