4 Days Guilin & Yangshuo Private Tour from Hong Kong
Tour Overview
This itinerary is specifically designed for tourists who have already arrived in Hong Kong. A 4-day trip to Guilin takes you on a journey to appreciate the stunning landscapeĀ and ethnic cultural heritage of southern China. Starting from the Li River cruise, you will be attracted by the famous karst mountains. This scenic cruise ship provides a unique view of the scenery, often appearing on the 20 Chinese yuan.
Next, visit Yangshuo where you can explore the ancient West Street, which is famous for its fusion of Chinese and Western cultures and has a history of over 1400 years. Here, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in local life, appreciate ethnic crafts, and even try preparing traditional dishes with your own hands in cooking classes, such as beer fish.Ā Finally, we will hikeĀ the Longji Terraced Fields, which are one of the most stunning agricultural wonders in China. WalkingĀ on stacked terraced fields, watching long hair performancesĀ by Yao women, and experiencing traditional bamboo rice lunchĀ in Ping’an Village.
Travel destinations: Guilin, Yangshuo
Suitable for: Nature Lovers, Senior Travelers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Take a 4-hour beautiful cruise on the Li RiverĀ from Guilin to Yangshuo, allowing for picturesque karst scenery including Elephant Trunk HillĀ and Nine Horse Mural Hill.
- In Yangshuo, explore its oldest street, West Street, well-known for its blend of eastern and western cultural influences, nightlife, lively bars and ethnic crafts.
- Hike the Longji Rice TerracesĀ to see the ancient paddies and watch the Long-Hair ShowĀ performed by the minority Yao women, followed by a traditional bamboo rice lunch.
- While in Longji, enjoy a visit to some local minorities, learn about their culture, and witness beautiful views of terraces cascading down mountains.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Hong Kong to Guilin Tour
Please leave Hong Kong on your own. You could either choose to take a high-speed train, which runs from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station to Guilin West Railway Station for 3.5 hours, or fly to Guilin Airport.
Upon your arrival, your private local driver will pick you up from the exit gate with a welcome board and send you to our well-selected downtown hotel for check-in. You are free for the remaining day.
Meal: N/A
Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin
- Day 2: Guilin to Yangshuo by CruiseA Relaxing Cruise on Li River for Amazing Karst Landscapes
Good morning! Today you will officially begin your visit. Your guide will pick you up at the lobby of the hotel and then take you on a 4-hour Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, traversing 83 kilometers of breathtaking karst landscapes. You can catch some iconic formations like Elephant Trunk Hill and Nine Horse Mural Hill, see lovely rural villages nestled among the peaks, and immerse in the scenes on 20 RMB note. You will be arranged to have lunch onboard. It is a simple buffet so you are suggested to bring some snacks.
Li River Cruise Around half past one in the afternoon, disembark at a pier in Yangshuo. The driver has been waiting for us for a long time. Then we will be transferred to Yangshuoās oldest street for strolling.
About 500 meters long and 8 meters wide, Yangshuo West Street was a model of the intersection between China and the West 1400 years ago. This is also known as 'Foreigner Street'. It is said that there are three foreigners in every five tourists here. West Street is a great place to relax, where you can find bars and restaurants with music performances, ethnic crafts, and taste Chinese snacks. If you are interested, you can experience cooking classes here and make famous local delicacies such as beer fish.
After the visit, we drive back to the Guilin hotel.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin
- Day 3: Guilin to Longji Rice TerracesHike the Cascading Terraces and Try Local Bamboo Tube Rice
Today, after breakfast, be transferred for 1.5 hours to Longji Rice Terraces, where you will spend the whole day. A marvel of ancient agricultural engineering, it can date back over 2300 years. Upon arrival at the scenic area, follow your guide on a hike through the terraced fields to reach Huangluo Village, where you will watch the Long Hair Show performed by Yao women. They are pride for their floor-length and glossy hair. Also, get a glimpse of their daily routines and traditions.
Longji Terraced Fields Continue walking to Ping'an Village, home to the Zhuang minority. Here, you'll enjoy a traditional lunch featuring Bamboo Rice. It is a roasted dish made by putting rice and spices inside a bamboo tube. It is usually prepared by people living in the mountain areas.
Afterward, go up to the viewpoints of "Seven Stars with the Moon" and "Nine Dragons for panoramic views of cascading terraces. Throughout the day, immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, interact with locals and learn about their customs. Last, go back to Guilin hotel.
When is the best time to visit?
You can visit the Longji Rice Terraces at any time of the year.- Mid-April to late June: the fields are filled with water and look like mirrors.
- July to mid-September: the terraces are bright green.
- Late September to early November: the fields turn golden for the harvest season.
- Late December to early February: the terraces may be covered in snow.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin
- Day 4: Guilin Departure
After breakfast, your 4-day Guilin tour from Hong Kong ends here. Your driver will pick you up at the agreed time and then transfer you to the Guilin airport or train station for your departure. Safe travels!
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
