Top Guilin Day Trips

The karst landscapes and countryside charm of the Li River make a Li River cruise a Guilin must-do. Spare yourself the crowding of public transport and coach tours with a private driver and discover the stories behind the karst as you cruise with a private guide. Enjoy time in Yangshuo’s notorious West Street before your driver returns you to your hotel.

Gain a more intimate insight into village life and Chinese minority cultures with a private tour of the Dragon’s Backbone (Longji) Rice Terraces. Your private guide explains the traditions of the Yao and Zhuang people before you visit Huangluo village. Next, drive to Ping’an village to trek to two of the most beautiful rice-terrace views. After lunch (own expense), your driver will drop you back at your hotel.

Amidst your busy schedule, enjoy the scenery of Guilin China, We will customize a perfect itinerary for you, English speaking guide & driver will take you to multiple Guilin sites in a day. Highlights include Reed Flute Cave, Daxu ancient town, Li River bamboo rafting , xianggong hill mountain and the much-loved Impression Sanjie liu spectacular Light Show. English speaking guide help you to get rid of the troubles of Chinese language. Save time and visit many Guilin,Yangshuo highlights in a day,such as, Li river excursion, Reed flute cave ect. Super choice for visiters with limited time in Guilin,Yangshuo. IF YOU THINK THERE ARE TOO MANY ITINERARIES LISTED ABOVE.　YOU CAN ALSO REDUCE SOME OF THEM.

Discover the beauty of Guilin on this Classic Private Day Tour. By going on a guided tour, you’ll save hours researching where to visit, as you’ll have a carefully planned itinerary that takes you to multiple Guilin sites in a day. Highlights include Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, a cruise along Xingping River, and the much-loved Liu San Jie Impression Light Show.

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With banks insulated by rice paddies and water buffalo and jagged mountains spreading across the skyline, the Li River is a sightseer's dream come true. This tour includes a half-day cruise down the river, with pickup from your hotel in Guilin. Lunch is also included in this tour.

Experience the peace and tranquility of the Li River as you glide from Yangdi to Xingping on an electric boat, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of nature. From the summit of Xianggong Hill, you’ll be amazed by the stunning panoramic view of the Li River, surrounded by towering karst peaks. The Yulong River, one of Yangshuo’s most scenic waterways, offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Sit back on a bamboo raft and gently float along its clean, clear waters, soaking in the serene atmosphere. In the evening, don’t miss the chance to watch Impression Sanjie Liu, China’s first outdoor riverside night show, a mesmerizing performance that brings the river to life.

Explore the Longji Rice Terraces on this shared group tour (max 15 travelers). For 600 years, the Yao and Zhuang people have hand-carved these ridges into layers resembling the scales of a giant dragon—hence the name "Longji" (Dragon’s Backbone). Full Itinerary: 08:00–08:30 Hotel Pickup: Start your stress-free adventure from central Guilin. 08:30–10:30 Scenic Drive: A 2-hour journey toward the breathtaking Longji area. 10:30–12:00 Huangluo Yao Village: Visit the "Long Hair Village." Admire the Red Yao people's world-famous hair traditions and vibrant red costumes. 12:00–13:30 Lunch Break: Enjoy local mountain specialties at your own expense in the village. 13:30–16:00 Ping'an Zhuang Village: Explore the 600-year-old settlement. Follow ancient stone paths to iconic viewpoints for the best vistas of cascading rice paddies. 16:00–18:00 Return to Guilin: Travel back and enjoy a drop-off at your hotel.

Enjoy the beauty of the Li River and the karst formations of the area on this river cruise in Yangshuo with an English speaking guide. You’ll be collected from your hotel in Guilin, then taken to the port where you board your boat. You’ll cruise along the river to Yangshuo, having a buffet lunch along the way. Choose to stay in Yangshuo or get a transfer back to Guilin.

When in Guilin, it’s worth a day trip to get out of the city and into the terraced countryside of Longji. This private tour gets you out to the rice terraces, exploring the minority cultures that you encounter along the way. Transport, admission fees, and your guide are all included, so you don’t need to hassle with any planning. Plus this is a private tour, so you can go at your own pace the entire day.

The Yangshuo countryside in Guangxi Province is blessed with some of China’s most spectacular scenery. During this tour, enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention of your own guide and driver as you explore the region’s highlights. Climb to the top of Xianggong Mountain for views of the surrounding karst landscape before boarding a bamboo raft for a leisurely float down the Yulong River.

Explore the nature and culture of Guilin Province on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy a cruise down the picturesque Li River, marvel at historic architecture on a relaxing stroll around Yangshuo’s old town, shop for traditional handicrafts on West Street, and climb Xianggong hill for magnificent views. Learn about the region from an informative guide and enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch.

Immerse yourself in the minority cultures and natural landscapes on a full-day private tour to the Longji Rice Terraces from Guilin. Visit Huangluo village and learn about the lifestyle of the local people. Experience a different culture in Ping'an Village and explore the traditional wooden houses, with optional upgrades to add a cable car ride, shuttle bus, or other hikes.

Enjoy a relaxing Li River sightseeing cruise on a full-day tour from Guilin. Glide through incredible scenery as your boat travels to Yangshuo, passing dramatic limestone karsts, lush countryside and landmarks such as Xingping Ancient Town, Reflection of Yellow Cloth and Yangdi Scenic Area. A tasty buffet lunch is served on board your boat before you arrive in Yangshuo. Walk around Yangshuo explore the countryside with a guide. Have the option to remain in Yangshuo on your own or transfer back to Guilin at the end of the day.

During your hasty tour schedule in Guilin China, we select carefully this tour to meet your requirement. Enjoy this full day tour with us and you will have lifetime experience. Explore the most picturesque places in Guilin, include Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, Yangshuo country tour, Yulong River and watch Yangshuo light show in the evening. Private driver guide escort you for the day tour. Relax with private door-to-door transportation to the port and from Yangshuo Watch the grant show in Yangshuo with lifetime experience.

Li River Scenic Cruise & Countryside Cycling Adventure Feast your eyes on Guilin's picture-perfect landscapes during a leisurely Li River cruise. Marvel at the stunning karst mountains and serene riverside views as you glide along the crystal-clear waters. After your cruise, embark on a cycling adventure through the picturesque Yulong River valley. Pedal along idyllic paths flanked by dramatic karst peaks, lush rice paddies, and quaint riverside villages, immersing yourself in the region's breathtaking natural beauty. Enjoy the convenience of personalized door-to-door service, including hotel pick-up and drop-off in Yangshuo. During your cruise, savor a delicious authentic Chinese lunch served on board to enhance your journey.

The most representative scenic spot of Longji terraces is Ping'an Terraces Fields, there are two unique landscapes which are " 9 Dragons and 5 Tigers"and "Seven Stars with the Moon" ,"9 Dragons" refers to the nine small ridges where the main vein of the Dragon's Ridge branches off, and "5 Tigers" refers to the five slightly raised hills here."Kowloon" and "Five Tigers" are all surrounded by terraces."Seven Stars" refers to the seven hills that were left behind when the sky was opened. The seven hills are stacked in the center of the seven fields. From a distance, they look like seven twinkling stars, guarding the curved part of the dragon's spine.Because of the existence of the "Five Tigers of Kowloon" and "Seven Stars Accompanying the Moon", Ping An Terraces is as beautiful as a broom pastoral. Walking into the this rice terraces,you will see the slopes are filled with overlapping terraces that go straight to the sky.The ring-shaped mountain that stretches looks like a huge dragon.

Discover the beauty of Guilin on this Classic Private Day Tour. By going on a guided tour, you’ll save hours researching where to visit, as you’ll have a carefully planned itinerary that takes you to multiple Guilin sites in a day. Highlights include Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, a cruise along Xingping River, and the much-loved Liu San Jie Impression Light Show. Save time and see many Guilin highlights in a day, such as Reed Flute Cave An excellent choice for travelers with limited time in Guilin Avoid the hassle of planning transport—round-trip transfers included No language barriers—a guide will be with you to translate

Visit the highlights of Guilin including the Longji rice terraces, Huangluo Long hair village and hiking/cable car around the Dazhai village with this self-guided day tour from Guilin(We just provided the English speaking driver, no tour guide). You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo/Xingping hotel.

Experience the incredible scenery of the Li River on a 4-hour sightseeing cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. This private full-day tour from Guilin takes you into the dramatic Li River region on a cruise with informative onboard commentary. Eat lunch on board your vessel before disembarking in Yangshuo for a guided tour of the countryside and West Street. Transfer back to your hotel in Guilin at the designated time to wrap up your day on the Li River.

Enjoy a leisurely half-day cruise down the beautiful Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo. Admire the passing scenery of karst peaks, bamboo groves, rice paddies, farmers, and cormorant fishermen. In Yanghuo, stroll or shop along bustling West Street. The tour includes seat reservations and the delivery of tickets to your Guilin hotel. Upgrade to include a transfer from your Guilin hotel to the pier and pickup from Yangshuo.

Li River is famous for its amazingly spectacular and unique Karst landscape. Brimmed with crystal-clear waters twists and turns between the beautiful mountains, the 160 kilometers long Li River is a highlight of sightseeing tour in Guilin. This 8 hours tour offers the opportunity to cruise along the Li River and the sightseeing in Yangshuo County.

Join this full-day tour to discover breathtaking views and traditional ethnic culture at Longji Rice Terraces. You’ll experience genuine village life up close. Enjoy approximately 3 hours of hiking across the iconic terraces. What you’ll experience: • Wander through the stunning Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces • Explore Zhuang traditions with your dedicated private guide • Taste classic local dishes like bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, etc.