Join our 2-day Guilin tour: Hike Longshen Rice Terraces, explore Yao and Zhuang culture, and cruise the stunning Li River. Experience China’s breathtaking landscapes.
Join our 2-day Guilin tour: Hike Longshen Rice Terraces, explore Yao and Zhuang culture, and cruise the stunning Li River. Experience China’s breathtaking landscapes.
Experience the charm of village life and the rich cultures of Chinese minorities with a tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.
Guilin - Your driver guide will meet you at 9:00 am, or at a time you prefer, in the lobby of your hotel, Guilin Railway Station, Guilin Airport, Guilin city center, or any other specified location.
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Experience the charm of village life and the rich cultures of Chinese minorities with a tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.
Guilin - Your driver guide will meet you at 9:00 am, or at a time you prefer, in the lobby of your hotel, Guilin Railway Station, Guilin Airport, Guilin city center, or any other specified location.
Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces - After a two-hour journey, you will reach the Longji parking area, where you can buy entry tickets. You will then proceed to the Longji Ping’an Rice Terraces, renowned for their beauty and early discovery by tourists and photographers. From the Ping’an parking area, you will ascend to Viewing Platform No. 2 through the village via stone steps. Along the way, you can witness the daily life of the Zhuang people and their traditional wooden homes. Upon reaching Viewing Platform No. 2, you will see the famous “Seven Stars with the Moon” formation.
Afterward, you will walk to Viewing Platform No. 1 along a level path through bamboo groves and rice terraces. Upon arrival at Viewing Platform No. 1, you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Longji Rice Terraces.
Finally, you will descend back into the village and savor a Chinese lunch at a local restaurant. Be sure to try bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, and smoked pork with bamboo shoots.
Guilin - After a delightful day at the Longji Rice Terraces, you will be transported back to your hotel in Guilin. The return journey takes about 2 hours, allowing you time to relax or nap. You will arrive at your Guilin hotel by approximately 6:00 pm.
The stunning karst landscapes and rural charm of the Li River make a Li River cruise a must-do in Guilin.
Li River - Your English-speaking driver guide will meet you in your hotel lobby at 8:00 am.
8:00 am – 9:00 am: Transfer from Guilin Hotel to the dock.
9:30 am – 1:30 pm: Enjoy a 4-hour Li River Cruise.
As you glide along the tranquil waters, you’ll be enchanted by the breathtaking landscapes, featuring lush bamboo groves, majestic karst peaks, water buffalo wading in the river, and charming villages that appear to have come straight out of a traditional Chinese painting. A delicious Chinese lunch box will be served on board, allowing you to savor the flavors while taking in the scenic views.
Notes: You will enjoy the Li River Cruise independently, as your driver guide will travel separately to Yangshuo and meet you at the Yangshuo dock. From there, they will escort you to West Street, where you can spend an hour enjoying its unique atmosphere.
Yangshuo County - 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm: After disembarking, you’ll have about one hour of free time to explore the charming West Street. Rich in history, West Street is Yangshuo’s oldest thoroughfare, dating back over 1,400 years. Located in the heart of Yangshuo, it gained prominence in the 1980s and remains a lively center of culture and activity.
Guilin - After exploring West Street, you’ll be driven back to your hotel in Guilin. Alternatively, if you prefer, arrangements can be made for you to be dropped off at a hotel in Yangshuo.
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Entry fees of Longji Rice Terraces 80 Yuan per person
- 3 star boat with lunch box 245 yuan per person, 4 star boat with lunch 360 yuan per person
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Tolls of highway
- Entry fees of Longji Rice Terraces 80 Yuan per person
- 3 star boat with lunch box 245 yuan per person, 4 star boat with lunch 360 yuan per person
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Tolls of highway
Join us for an unforgettable 2-day tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.
This tour is ideal for those eager to dive into village life and discover the rich ethnic minority culture. Participants will have the chance to learn about the traditional ways of the Yao and Zhuang communities. Enjoy a hike through the valley and rice fields, ending with a spectacular…
Join us for an unforgettable 2-day tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.
This tour is ideal for those eager to dive into village life and discover the rich ethnic minority culture. Participants will have the chance to learn about the traditional ways of the Yao and Zhuang communities. Enjoy a hike through the valley and rice fields, ending with a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the magnificent rice terrace scenery from the summit.
The Li River is a highlight of any Guilin tour and a must-see in China. A trip to Guilin Yangshuo is incomplete without a Li River Cruise. Experience the breathtaking scenery as you cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo.
The driver guide will pick you up from your Guilin hotel and take you to the dock, where you will embark on a 4-hour cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. Upon arrival, the driver will meet you at the Yangshuo dock, guide you around West Street, and then drive you back to your Guilin hotel.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
