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5 Days in Anshun

Five days for the whole Huangguoshu complex, the Dragon Palace caves, two Tunpu villages, and Anshun's Confucian temple and old streets.

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Best time: June-OctoberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 5 days enough for Anshun?

5 days is the sweet spot for Anshun: enough time for the must-sees plus one day trip or food/rest day.

Source: NihaoVisit Anshun guide

5-day Anshun itinerary at a glance

Use our full Anshun travel guide as the base and adapt it to 5 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

Huangguoshu WaterfallTianxingqiao stepping stonesLonggong Dragon PalaceTunpu villages of Tianlong & YunfengJiuzhou Ancient TownAnshun Confucian Temple
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Day 1

Arrival — Confucian Temple & Old Streets

The Ming temple is famous for its openwork dragon columns; graze down Rulin Road on duoduofen and guojuan, then circle Hongshan Lake at dusk.

Scenes from Anshun, China
  1. anshun confucian temple
  2. anshun rulin old street
  3. anshun hongshan lake
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Day 2

Huangguoshu — Main Fall & Doupotang

Enter at opening, walk behind the fall through Water Curtain Cave, then the broad Doupotang terrace, a Journey to the West filming spot.

Huangguoshu Waterfall, Anshun, China
  1. Huangguoshu Waterfall
  2. anshun doupotang waterfall
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Day 3

Tianxingqiao & a Stone Village

Date-marked stepping stones and Silver Chain Falls in the morning; after lunch, the all-stone Buyi houses of Shitouzhai near Zhenning.

Scenes from Anshun, China
  1. anshun tianxingqiao
  2. anshun shitouzhai village
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Day 4

Longgong Caves & Tianlong Tunpu

Boat through Longgong's underground river to its cave waterfall, then Dixie opera and the hilltop Wulong Temple at Tiantai Mountain.

Scenes from Anshun, China
  1. anshun longgong dragon palace
  2. anshun tianlong tunpu
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Day 5

Yunfeng Tunpu & Jiuzhou Old Town

Guard towers and stone courtyards at Benzhai, the preserved Ming street at Yunshan Tun, then a spicy-chicken lunch in Jiuzhou before departure.

Scenes from Anshun, China
  1. anshun yunfeng tunpu
  2. anshun jiuzhou ancient town

Budget for 5 days in Anshun

TierPer day5 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $250–$400
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $500–$1,000
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $1,500+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Anshun?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Anshun?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Anshun?
Anshun's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Anshun guide.
Can I use 5 days for both Anshun and a side trip?
Tight. With only 5 days, focus on Anshun proper; save side trips for a future trip.
Is Anshun safe for tourists?
Yes. Anshun has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Anshun travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.