August Meets the Peaks of Baise! This 5D4N Guide Takes You Through Scenic Countryside

September is the perfect travel season for Baise, Guangxi! ✨ With warm weather and little rain (occasional showers ☔️), fragrant mangoes, and lush landscapes, it's ideal for escaping the heat and experiencing Zhuang culture. Without further ado, here’s the ultimate 5-day, 4-night itinerary 👇 🎯 Recommended Itinerary (5D4N Highlights) **【Day 1: Red History • Citywalk】** ☀️ Morning: Visit the **Baise Uprising Memorial Hall** (Free‼️ Closed on Mondays) to feel the impact of revolutionary history. 📌 Address: 112 Chengdong Avenue, Youjiang District, Baise 🌇 Afternoon: ✔️ Climb to the top of **Liberation Street Arcade** ✔️ Check in at **Red Army Bridge** ✔️ Stroll along **Riverside Park** for sunset views over the You River 🌙 Stay: Downtown hotel (Vienna International recommended) 🍴 Must-try: **Rice noodle rolls + Suanye** (Spicy salted green mango is a must!) **【Day 2: Fairyland • Canyon Adventure】** 🚗 Morning: 1.5-hour drive → **Tongling Grand Canyon** (Ticket: ¥115) 💦 Highlights: Underground rivers + waterfall clusters + primeval forest (spectacular in the rainy season!) 🚣 Afternoon: **Gulong Canyon Rafting** (Classic rafting: ¥198) 🏊 Thrill level: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (The cave-crossing experience is unforgettable!) 🌙 Stay: Jingxi downtown 🍴 Must-try: **Five-color sticky rice / Sour fish soup** (Locals highly recommend!) **【Day 3: Pastoral Poetry • Karst Wonderland】** 🌅 Morning: **E’Quan Scenic Area** (Ticket: ¥48) 📸 Photo tip: Free before 7 AM‼️ The reflection of rice fields in the morning mist is breathtaking. 🛶 Afternoon: **Quyang Lake** (Free, boat ride: ¥50) 👍 Recommended activity: Boating through "Guilin on Water" + Lakeside cycling 🏮 Evening: **Jiuzhou Ancient Town** (Ticket: ¥48) 🎁 Souvenir: Handmade embroidered balls (¥10-30) **【Day 4: Geological Wonder • Exploring Sinkholes】** ⛰️ Full day: **Dashiwei Tiankeng Group** (Combo ticket: ¥140) ⚠️ Essentials: Non-slip shoes + jacket (18°C inside the caves) 💎 Hidden gem: Glass skywalk for epic photos! **【Day 5: Early Autumn Vibes • Return Trip】** 🍂 Morning: **Debao Red Leaf Forest Park** (Leaves start turning red by late September) 🚄 Afternoon: Don’t forget to buy **Guiqi mangoes** before heading back! (Peak season in August) 🌟 **August-September Exclusive Experiences** 🥭 Mango freedom: Pick and eat fresh at **Tian Dong/Tian Yang mango farms** (¥20 entry, unlimited photos) 🌊 Waterfall season: **Tongling Falls** at its most powerful 🌾 Golden rice fields: Picture-perfect scenes around Jingxi 🍜 **Food Guide: Hits & Misses** ✅ Must-try: - Rice noodle rolls (Baise night markets) - Sour fish soup (Jingxi farmhouses) - Spicy salted green mango (available at street stalls) ❌ Skip: - Overpriced, mediocre restaurants in scenic areas - Low-quality dried mango (buy from reputable stores) 🚗 **Transport Tips** High-speed rail: **Guangzhou/Nanning → Baise Station** (~3h) Car rental: Book in advance on Trip.com (~¥200/day) Private car: ~¥300/day for inter-scenic travel ⚠️ **Travel Reminders** 1. Sun protection trio: Umbrella + sunscreen + sunglasses 2. Bring mosquito repellent! (Mountainous areas have lots of bugs) 3. Book accommodations 2 weeks ahead (peak season sells out fast) Baise’s beauty hides in the salty-spicy tang of Suanye, in the sinkholes deep in the mountains, and in the endless golden rice fields... This summer, come experience the slow life of western Guangxi! 💚