7-Day Guilin & Longji Rice Terraces Bike Adventure
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About This Experience in Longsheng County
Why Visit Longsheng County?
Longsheng County, China offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Longsheng County 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 Longsheng County
You can reach Longsheng County, 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
- 6-night accommodation in 3& 4 star standard hotels and guesthouses
- 5-day bike rental: mountain bikes (your choice of four sizes) with rack, pannier bag and helmet
- A support van following the whole way
- English-speaking guide
- Water and snacks during cycling
- Two ground transfers: Guilin airport/rail stations to Longji, and Yangshuo to Guilin airport/rail stations
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Meals not listed in itinerary
- Optional activities in Yangshuo
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This cycling tour has a physical difficulty of moderate to strenuous; not recommended for participants with back problems or for children aged 12 and under
- Please wear clothing that is comfortable for extensive cycling; open-toed shoes and flip-flops are not recommended
- A support vehicle will always be available should you need to take a rest
- Not all meals are provided so you can have the flexibility to choose some of your own food; your guide will happily recommend places to eat and purchase food. Approximate expenses for a single meal are as follows:
- Local Chinese restaurant: USD $1 to $6
- Foreign-food restaurant: USD $6 to $15
- Beer: USD $1 to $7
- Please provide the following information at time of booking under
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- Pickup and drop-off location and time
- Dietary requirements
- Mountain bike size: 15" (38cm) for riders 5'4" and under; 17" (43cm) for riders 5'4" to 5'11"; 19" (48cm) for riders 5'11" to 6'2"; 21" (53cm) for riders 6'2" and over
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Meeting and Pickup
End Point
Our ride finishes in Jiuxian village, Yangshuo but we will transfer the customers back to Guilin airport on the last day. if requiring drop-off to any other location within Guilin, please advise under Special Requirements at time of booking
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Itinerary
Arrival in Guilin - Transfer to Longji Rice Terraces
Whether you’re coming into Guilin by train or... 12 hours
Whether you’re coming into Guilin by train or plane your guide will be waiting for you – just keep an eye out for a sign with your name on it! The drive to our start point in the village of Pingan, nestled in the heart of the Longji Rice Terraces, will take around two hours: plenty of time to go over the week’s itinerary and answer any questions you may have. After all the gear is sorted, it's a 20 minute walk up to the guesthouse - we'll have porters on hand to help you with your gear if needed. Accommodation for the next two nights is in a local guesthouse with all amenities and some of the best food in the region. After check-in, you can head up to one of the viewpoints for sunset over the intricate network of rice terraces. We'll meet for a banquet dinner and celebrate the start of the adventure with some local specialities and perhaps some locally made rice wine!
Hike in Longji Rice Terraces
Today you have time to take in the... 12 hours
Today you have time to take in the extraordinary mountain views from the terrace of our Zhuang minority traditionally-built guesthouse. During the day you can do a fully guided hike around the hillside, take a shorter walk to one of the view points over the rice terraces, or simply sit back with a beer and enjoy the view and the atmosphere on the terrace of this very unique guesthouse. Those exploring the walking trails will soon discover that this area is also inhabited by people of the Yao and Miao minorities. Their dress is quite distinctive and Yao women often grow their hair so long it can touch the ground when untied! They’ll be more than happy to demonstrate the way they tie their hair for you!
Cycle to Shi'ertan Scenic area - Optional water rafting 61km
Our first day on the bikes starts with... 12 hours
Our first day on the bikes starts with a thrilling downhill for 6km through dozens of switchbacks, down the mountainside. We follow a smooth twisting gentle downward ride for 11km along a small river, passing several minority villages. After a short break we spend the rest of the morning on quiet sealed roads climbing gently up over 10km through pine and bamboo forests, tea plantations and small settlements, often catching views of villages perched improbably the hills across the deep valley. What follows is a long sweeping downhill through pristine countryside to our lunch spot. In the afternoon, it's an undulating 25km ride, with no significant climbs, passing by bamboo factories and small farming communities. We pass through Wantian village before making our way to our comfortable riverside hotel. We'll eat dinner in a picturesque setting in an open outdoor restaurant by the river.
It is possible to shorten the days ride... 2 hours
It is possible to shorten the days ride to 31km today by opting to take a river raft ride after lunch which will finish directly at the hotel. This is a good option on a hot day to cool off and see some river life, or if you want to shorten the ride and take it easy. It's an exciting ride and you will get wet! Your guide will organize the rafting for you. Highly reccomended!!!
Cycle to Daxu via Guilin. Cycling distance 73km
An early start and it’s back on the... 12 hours
An early start and it’s back on the bikes with a smooth downhill before heading in to Wantian village for breakfast of local wanton soup and steamed bread, baozi. We'll have time to check out locals going about their daily life, buying in selling in the buzzing colourful local market. One of the highlight rides of the tour takes us through farming communities on small, serene backroads and trails through vegetable and fruit orchards as we explore village farm life. Around 30km we'll stop at a tea plantation for lunch where you see how tea is grown and produced with time to settle in to learn about tea culture over a traditional tea ceremony. After lunch we have a long but superb ride over 50km undulating through tiny villages, some off-road sections through forest before the karst peaks of Guilin’s skyline appear in front of us, where our van will be there to pick you up and transfer to Daxu old town, with 1000 years old ancient river town.
Cycle to Xingping through amazing Karst mountains- 55km
We'll visit several river towns along the way... 12 hours
We'll visit several river towns along the way today, including Daxu, which is a picturesque cobblestone street village that offers a glimpse into old town China. A series of bike paths takes us through bamboo forest and along the waters edge to lunch. We'll eat food prepared right from the field - delicious local vegetables and an array of typical farmer food. After lunch we have some climbing to do! The rewards are spectacular as we take mountain roads high over the Li River and surrounding karsts for expansive views. After our intial climb the cycling gets much easier as we fly down newly built roads and along a wide valley of rice fields before emerging in Xingping town. Xingping is an old Ming Dynasty era village and boasts some fine streets worth exploring to see architecture that is rapidly disappearing in China. We stay tonight in a secluded hotel and eat tonight in the old town.
Cycle from Xingping to Yangshuo 45km
Our final day of cycling is a highlight 12 hours
Our final day of cycling is a highlight! This section is famous for its beautiful karst mountains and is a fantastic start to the day as we follow the Li River upstream for around 2km to the view made famous for being on the Chinese 20 yuan note. From here we load up the bikes on bamboo rafts for a ride up the river taking in sublime views of endless massive karst mountains hanging over the river. Back on the bikes heading into the hills for some of the finest views of the tour, we stop for a break at Xianggongshan Mt for a short steep climb up to the lookout. We ride along the ridgeline heading away from the Li River to Baisha and onto the Dargon River overlooked by the centuries old Yu Long (Dragon Meeting) Bridge where we will stop for lunch in a local farmer’s restaurant by the river. Afterwards we keep riding to Jiuxian village where you have tonight to celebrate the end of the cycling adventure!
Departure - Transfer back to Guilin airport
Today is departure day and you are free to leave at anytime
Today is departure day and you are free to leave at anytime. We’ll organise a transfer to connect with your onward travel. Keep in mind that there are plenty of things to do in Yangshuo so you may wish to extend your stay. Options include rock climbing,Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Chinese cooking classes or secluded retreats in the countryside to relax. Feel free to chat to us about the possibilities of traveling further.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure…
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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.
