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Essence of Guilin

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Essence of Guilin in China

This 5-day trip focuses on Guilin, Longsheng and Yangshuo, combining river scenery, rural landscapes and local culture. In Guilin, the programme starts with a boat trip on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes. In Longsheng, walk among the Longji Rice Terraces and visit Zhuang and Yao villages. The journey continues with a Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, followed by time in the countryside for cycling and a raft trip on the Yulong River. The route also includes time at a tea plantation and a climb up Xianggong Hill for wide views over the Li River Valley. A local guide leads the trip, and the tour is sold for both private and group departures.

Key details

5 days

4 nights

Route

China

Tour type

Small groups

Available departures

Dates available

Duration

5 days

Style

Small groups

Destination

Guilin, Longsheng, Yangshuo

Highlights

  • Boat trip on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes in Guilin
  • Longji Rice Terraces and minority villages in Longsheng
  • Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo
  • Countryside cycling and Yulong River rafting in Yangshuo
  • Tea plantation visit and Xianggong Hill views

Itinerary

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    Guilin

    Arrival in Guilin and Two Rivers & Four Lakes boat trip

    Arrive in Guilin and attend the welcome meeting with your tour leader and fellow travellers. Later, join a boat trip on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes to see the city from the water and its evening lights.
    Meals not included
  2. 2

    Longsheng

    Longji Rice Terraces and minority villages

    Travel to Longsheng for a visit to the Longji Rice Terraces. Walk through the terraces and continue to Zhuang and Yao villages to see local ethnic culture before returning to Guilin.
    Breakfast, lunch
  3. 3

    Yangshuo

    Li River cruise to Yangshuo

    Drive to the pier and board the Li River cruise to Yangshuo. The river scenery changes along the route, with limestone peaks and broad views from the water. Arrive in Yangshuo and check in.
    Breakfast, lunch

The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.

What's included

  • Four nights in 4-star hotels in double or twin-share rooms with private facilities
  • Tour leader throughout the trip
  • 4 breakfasts and 2 lunches
  • All transport during the tour
  • Guilin city walking tour
  • Two Rivers and Four Lakes boat trip in Guilin
  • Longji Rice Terraces excursion with Zhuang and Yao villages
  • Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo
  • Yangshuo Park and West Street walking tour
  • Cycling in the Yangshuo countryside and Yulong River rafting

What's not included

  • International flights and departure tax
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Meals not listed in the inclusions
  • Optional activities
  • Tips for the driver and tour guide
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Dates & availability

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Upcoming departures

6 dates · 6 options
Fri, Sep 11, 2026to Sep 15, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryShared room · As per itineraryOn request
$1,040.00per person
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Mon, Sep 14, 2026to Sep 18, 2026
1 hotel available
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$1,040.00per person
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Fri, Sep 18, 2026to Sep 22, 2026
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Hotels as per itineraryShared room · As per itineraryOn request
$1,040.00per person
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Important information

Flexibility

Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.

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