Experience the charm of village life and the rich cultures of Chinese minorities with a tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.

Longji Rice Terraces - At 9:00 am, an English-speaking driver guide will greet you in the lobby of the Guilin Hotel.

8:30 am-11:00 am   Travel from Guilin to Longji Rice Terraces

11:00 am-13:00 Hike from the parking area to Viewing Point 2, which resembles one moon with seven stars, offering a stunning view of the rice terraces. Then proceed to Viewing Point 1, where the terraces appear like 5 dragons and 9 tigers.

13:00-15:00 Visit Huangluo Yao village, where you can admire the long-haired women adorned with silver earrings and red attire. This Yao village is situated on a mountain slope by the river, featuring 30 wooden houses and a population of over 300. Enjoy a meal here, with options like bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, and smoked pork.

The scenery of Longji Rice Terraces varies with the seasons: layers of watered terraces in Spring, lush green rice shoots in Summer, golden rice layers in Fall, and snow-covered terraces in Winter.

Return to your Guilin hotel around 5:30 pm.

The karst landscapes and rural allure of the Li River make a Li River cruise a must-do in Guilin.

Li River - An English-speaking driver guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at 8:00 am.
8:00 am—–9:00 am Travel from Guilin Hotel to Dock
9:30 am—13:30 pm Li River Cruise
Enjoy a 4-hour Li River Cruise, taking in the breathtaking scenery of bamboo groves, towering peaks, water-wading buffaloes, and villages often depicted in traditional Chinese paintings. A Chinese lunch box will be provided on board.
13:30—15:30 pm After disembarking, you will have about an hour to explore West Street, the oldest street in Yangshuo, with a history of over 1400 years. Located in the heart of Yangshuo, it gained fame in the 1980s.

After the tour of Yangshuo West Street, return to the Guilin Hotel, or we can also arrange for you to stay at a Yangshuo Hotel.

Notes: You will be on the boat independently, while the driver guide will drive to Yangshuo to meet you at the Yangshuo dock and take you to West Street for a one-hour visit.

• Driver/guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle

• Hotel accommodations, Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities
• 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

Join our 2-day Longji Rice Terraces tour for an unforgettable experience.

This tour is perfect for those interested in village life and ethnic minority culture, offering insights into the traditional lifestyles of the Yao and Zhuang people. Enjoy a hike from the valley through rice paddies to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with a panoramic view of the breathtaking rice terraces landscape.

The Li River is a highlight of any Guilin tour and a must-see in China. A visit to Guilin and Yangshuo is incomplete without a Li River Cruise. Experience the stunning scenery as you cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo.

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your Guilin hotel and take you to the dock for a 4-hour cruise 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.