2 Day Guilin Highlights Li River Cruise and Longji Terraces Tour
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About This Tour in Guilin
Why Visit Guilin?
Guilin, China offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Guilin provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Guilin
You can reach Guilin, China by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
- Private transportion with one English-speaking driver-guide
What's Not Included
- 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
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Gain a more intimate insight into village life and Chinese minority cultures with a tour of the Longji Rice Terraces.
Your driver guide will pick you up at... 10 minutes
Your driver guide will pick you up at 9:00 am or at a time of your choice from the lobby of your hotel, Guilin Railway Station, Guilin Airport, Guilin city center, or any other designated location.
After a two-hour ride, you will arrive at... 3 hours
After a two-hour ride, you will arrive at the Longji parking lot, where you can purchase entry tickets. Next, you will head to the Longji Ping’an Rice Terraces, the most beautiful terraces, which were the earliest to be discovered by tourists and photographers. From the Ping’an parking lot, you will walk up to Viewing Platform No. 2 through Village via stone stairs. Along the way, you can observe the daily life of the Zhuang people and their traditional wooden houses. When you reach Viewing Platform No. 2, you will see the iconic "Seven Stars with the Moon" formation. Afterward, you will walk to Viewing Platform No. 1 along a flat path passing bamboo groves, rice terraces. On arriving at Viewing Platform No. 1, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Longji Rice Terraces. Finally, you will walk downstairs back into the village and enjoy a Chinese lunch at a local restaurant. Be sure to try bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, and smoked pork with bamboo shoots.
After a wonderful day exploring the Longji Rice... 10 minutes
After a wonderful day exploring the Longji Rice Terraces, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin. The journey takes approximately 2 hours, giving you time to relax or take a nap. You will arrive at your Guilin hotel by around 6:00 pm.
The karst landscapes and countryside charm of the Li River make a Li River cruise a Guilin must-do.
Your English-speaking driver guide will meet you in... 4 hours
Your English-speaking driver guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 8:00 am. 8:00 am – 9:00 am: Transfer from Guilin Hotel to the dock. 9:30 am – 1:30 pm: Embark on a 4-hour Li River Cruise. As you glide along the serene waters, you’ll be captivated by the stunning landscapes, featuring lush bamboo groves, majestic karst peaks, water buffalo wading in the river, and quaint villages that seem to have leaped straight out of a traditional Chinese painting. A delightful Chinese lunch box will be served on board, allowing you to savor the flavors while soaking in the picturesque 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 soaking in its unique atmosphere.
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm: After disembarking, you’ll... 1 hour
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm: After disembarking, you’ll have approximately one hour of free time to wander through the charming West Street. Steeped in history, West Street is Yangshuo’s oldest thoroughfare, dating back over 1,400 years. Nestled in the heart of Yangshuo, it rose to prominence in the 1980s and remains a vibrant hub of culture and activity.
Following your exploration of West Street, you’ll be... 10 minutes
Following your exploration of West Street, you’ll be driven back to your hotel in Guilin. Alternatively, if you prefer, we can arrange for you to be dropped off at a hotel in Yangshuo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
