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Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill

Tour Overview

Have you ever heard the saying ā€œGuilin’s landscape is the best in the worldā€? If you would like to see its famous natural landscape in person, this 3-day Guilin Yangshuo TourĀ is the perfect choice. You will be on the classic Guilin to Yangshuo tour route and experience the gorgeous scenery on Li River Cruise, walking along the hip and energetic Yangshuo West StreetĀ and view major attractions like the Elephant Trunk Hill. During this trip you will be able to see not just stunning karst landscape but encounter the wonderful ethnic minority cultures of this region.

It is also an ideal destination for hiking, river cruising, and photography lovers. During the trip, enjoy the most beautiful rural scenery, learn about traditional customs, and experience the harmonious lifestyle of local people. This well-designed Guilin tour ensures unforgettable memories filled with natural beautyĀ and exciting outdoor activities.

Travel destinations: Guilin, Yangshuo
Suitable for: Shutterbugs, Families with Seniors, Nature Lovers
Tour type: Private

Highlights of this tour:

  • Enjoy a relaxing cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, passing some beautiful karst sights, among of which the Xianggong MountainĀ and Nine Horse Painting MountainĀ are the most famous. Also, encounter local fishermen fishing by using cormorants. Do not miss capture the scenery on China’s 20 RMB note.
  • Explore Yangshuo’s lively West Street, a historic street over 1,400 years old! Visit local shops, eat traditional snacks like Beer Fish, Guilin Rice Noodles, and the famous 18 Stuffed Delicacies, all while enjoying a clash of modern and ancient cultures.
  • Visit Elephant Trunk HillĀ and Seven Star Park to admire both natural beauty and cultural treasures, from winding rivers and rock formations to historic architecture and cultural relics.
  • Step inside a magical underground world – Reed Flute CaveĀ to explore its stunning stalactites, stone pillars, and unique limestone formations.

Day-by-day Itinerary

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  1. Arriving in Guilin, your private driver will hold a welcome sign with your name at the airport or train station and send you to your hotel. Free for the rest of the day.

    Meal: N/A

    Accommodation:Ā City center hotel

  2. Around 08:30 in the morning, you will take a car to Mopanshan Pier. The tour guide will accompany you on board the three-star ship departing at 09:30. The entire Li River cruising time is about 4 hours. On the way, the dazzling scenery will overwhelm your eyes, like a flowing painting. Some famous attractions include Xianggong Mountain, Nine Horse Painting Mountain, the scenery on the back of 20 RMB, and scenes of fishermen and cormorants catching fishes. Lunch will be provided on the cruise, mainly featuring local specialties from Guilin. You can also bring your own snacks.

    Li River Curise to Yangshuo
    Li River Curise to Yangshuo

    After arriving in Yangshuo, the driver had been waiting at the dock for a long time. He will take you to Yangshuo West Street. About 800 meters long, the street has stood for over 1,400 years. As a vibrant area, it is not just a cultural hub - it’s also a paradise for food lovers. You can try some popular ones: Beer Fish, Guilin Rice Noodles, 18 Stuffed Delicacies.

    After the exploration, we drive back to Guilin city for the night.

    Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

    Accommodation:Ā City center hotel

  3. After breakfast, you’ll depart the hotel and drive for about 40 minutes to visit one of Guilin’s most famous landmarks – ElephantĀ Trunk Hill. This well-known spot located in the Li River looks like a giant elephant drinking water from the river. Nearby, visit the Seven Star Park, the best park in Guilin City. Here you can appreciate a great work including hills, rivers, architecture, and cultural relics.

    Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill with Guests
    Elephant Trunk Hill

    Continue driving for 25 minutes to ReedĀ Flute Cave, a fascinating place filled with stalactites, stone pillars, and rock shapes formed by the buildup of minerals over time. The cave is named after the reeds growing near its entrance, which people once used to make flutes. You’ll walk through the cave along a U-shaped path, passing many formations, and then exit through a different opening.

    After the visit, you will be escorted to airport or train station for farewell. It marks the end of your 3-day Guilin and Yangshuo tour.

    Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

    Accommodation: N/A

Tour Price Per Person

The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel. Please contact us for a specific price.

Price includes

  • Hotel with breakfast
  • Chinese style lunch
  • All entrance tickets as mentioned in itinerary
  • All transfers as mentioned in itinerary
  • Air-conditioned car and driver, English speaking tour guide
  • One bottle of mineral water per day

Price excludes

  • ×Personal expense
  • ×Gratuities

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