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Explore the karst formations, the countryside, and the Li River in Yangshuo by scooter on this private day tour with transportation provided from Guilin. Each scooter can hold one or two people, you decide. The cost of the scooter is extra, as are meals. You’ll have a guide with you to show you where to go, and who will arrange your transfer to and from Guilin.

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.

Picked up from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport/train station by our representative in Guilin and transferred to Longji Rice Terrace area, 90km northwest of Guilin city center. During this day tour, you can visit the Ping'an village or Dazhai village with the round way cable car, of course we can visit the Long hair village as well. Highlights: 1.Learn about Guilin’s unique minority culture. 2. No shopping private tour. 3. At the end of the tour, we can drop off you at the Ping'an or Dazhai village or Guilin hotel/airport/train station or Yangshuo hotel.

Explore the Guilin's surroundings on this full-day private tour. Explore the Reed Flute Cave to see unique, illuminated rock formations. Then head to Huangluo, also known as the “Long Hair Village,” to learn about the Yao lifestyles and why women grow their hair to lengths of 6.5 feet. The final stop is the beautiful Longji Rice Terraces, some of the largest in the world, carved into the lush scenery.

Spend the day exploring the Longji Rice Terraces, without the hassle of renting a car, during this full-day trip from Guilin or Yangshuo. Learn about the local way of life as you explore the Yao village and its traditions. Continue to the Ping’an Rice Terraces for a short hike, offering stunning views of the landscapes that you won't find anywhere else. A great way to combine culture and nature in one tour.

Experience the beauty of Guilin from the water on a sightseeing cruise around the city’s Four Lakes scenic area. Enjoy panoramic views of the city’s skyline from a comfortable sightseeing boat; see highlights such as the Twin Pagodas and the city’s musical fountains without wasting time on research or on walking from landmark to landmark. Opt for a night cruise to see illuminated sights.

Visit the highlights of Zhaoxing Dong village with the roam in Zhaoxing and 2hrs hiking from Tang'an village with the private day tour from Guilin by round-way bullet train or by car. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel.

Visit the highlights of Yangshuo including the Yangshuo Yulong bamboo boat and round way private transfers with this self-guided day tour from Guilin/Yangshuo/Xingping(We just provided the English/Chinese speaking driver, no tour guide). You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo/Xingping hotel.

Explore the stunning landscape and Chinese cultures of Longji Rice Terraces including Dazhai Rice Terraces and Pingan Rice Terraces on a full day tour. This tour desired for the tourists who want to see the whole longji rice terraces on one day in relaxed tour. You will gain a more intimate insight into village life of the Minority people, Visit the two most spectacular rice terraces in Guilin Experience the rice terraces via cable car Feast on bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, smoked pork, and more in village Relax with private transfers from your Guilin hotel

The Longji (Dragon's Backbone) Rice Terraces are a highlight of any visit to Guilin, but public transit options are limited. Say no to the group tour route march and explore independently on this private transport-only tour, with a bilingual driver direct from your Guilin or Yangshuo hotel. You'll stop at the entrance to buy tickets, then again in Ping'an Village, and be free to hike, take photos, and mingle with locals.

Experience some of the most spectacular rice terraces in China on this all-day tour from Guilin. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide to the Longji Terraces, also known as Dragon’s Backbone. Explore the Ping An Zhuang Village, Ancient Zhuang Village, or Jinkeng Terraces Fields (Dazhai Village) at your own pace on this customizable outing.

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.

Each year, a good number of photographers are attracted to Xianggong Mountain by the light and shadow, sea of clouds, and amazing morning glow at sunrise. The work of a photographer from Guilin won a bronze medal at the 10th international Photography Exhibition was created here. Join this half-day small group tour to see the picturesque scenery of Xianggong hill and Yulong river in real life!

Want a panoramic bird eye view or an air overlook for stunning scenery of Guilin Karst landscape, Li River and Yanngshuo countryside? Just come with us for luxury but affordable air tour by helicopter and flying over Li River,Yangshuo,Yulong River and Xingping and Fuli Ancient Town..... Note: Daily flying tour duration: 09:00--12:00 and 14:00--18:00 The child less than 3yrs old and the pregnancy period woman during 3-7 month can NOT take the helicopter. After the helicopter Tour, we can continue Yangshuo sightseeing tour, like to go to the Yulong bamboo boat, Yangshuo Xianggong hill,Yangshuo Countryside cycling, West street, Silver cave, Liusanjie show or Xingping short Li River cruise with motorized boat and Countryside hiking etc.... OR Guilin sightseeing tour, like to go to the Reed Flute Cave, Elephant hill, Fubo hill, Seven Star park,Daxu old town and Yao mountain with the chairlift up and Toboggan down etc....

Explore Guilin and Yangshuo, without the hassle of figuring out a complex itinerary, on this private 3-day tour. Enjoy airport pickup from Guilin and visit area highlights including Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Hill. Then cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo. Explore the countryside, visit a local farmer, and hike up to the top of Xianggonh Hill for panoramic vistas over the karst-filled landscape. Includes hotel accommodation and some meals.

Take in the major sights of Guilin on a private half-day tour that showcases the city's geographic and cultural highlights. Visit landmarks such as Elephant Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill, and the Li River, and learn about their history from your informative guide. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure and admire some of China's most beautiful terrain. This tour can easily fit into your Guilin sightseeing schedule, perfect for those with limited time.

Follow in the footsteps of professional photographers and soak up one of China’s most spectacular sunrises at Xianggong Mountain on this private door-to-door tour. Marvel as the dawn light illuminates the Lijiang River winding through the karst pinnacles and capture shots that will last a lifetime. Optional add-on experiences from boat cruises to caves complete the day.

This activity leads you to see the essence of the Four Lakes and some of the historical sites in downtown Guilin. You can take great pictures of the Sun and Moon twin tower at a perfect spot at nighttime. Walking from the very first pedestrian street of Guilin to the new one, you will learn about the development of its tourism. Meanwhile, the guide will show you some popular snacks stands where the local people go. Tasting 4-5 local snacks is a good way to experience the local night life and culture.

With no metro and only Chinese-language buses, getting around Guilin independently is tough. Save time and stress on this private door-to-door tour that takes in the city’s signatures with a restaurant lunch along the way. See karst formations including Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave, with its colorful lights; admire hundreds of ancient sculptures on Fubo Hill; and enjoy a slice of local life in Seven Star Park.

Experience Longji’s amazing rice terraces on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about these ancient terraced fields—known by locals as “Dragon’s Backbone”—that were first developed nearly a millennia ago, during the Yuan Dynasty. Admire their surreal scenery from a lookout point after a quick cable car ride, then enjoy an optional hike down and lunch before returning to Guilin.

Explore beyond Guilin—without having to hire a car or rely on taxis—on this full-day, small-group tour to the Longji Rice Terraced Fields. With a local guide, gain an insider's perspective as you explore Ancient Zhuang Village, before hiking to nearby Ping'an Village. Learn about the Yao and Zhuang people, who have cultivated rice terraces for over 800 years, and gain insight into minority cultures that many travelers rarely encounter.

Cruise the Li River on a luxurious 4-star boat, complete with a VIP room to relax in. This full-day tour takes you past the highlights of Guilin and Yangshuo, so you can enjoy the scenery without the hustle and bustle of crowds. During your trip, enjoy entertainment in the form of a live show, and make the most of a complimentary lunch.

Lose yourself in the dreamlike landscapes of Guilin on this 7-hour tour of the region’s natural wonders, including hotel pick-up. Keep your camera to hand as you step inside the strikingly illuminated Reed Flute Cave, view the ancient Buddhas of Fubo Hill and climb Elephant Hill for an aerial view over Guilin. After a typical Chinese lunch (included), explore the Ming-era Mansion of Prince Jingjiang, visit Solitary Beauty Peak and stroll around the magnificent Seven Star Park.

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.