Guilin Highlights Tour Li River to Yangshuo and Xianggong Hill

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby at around 8:00 am. After a approximately 50-minute drive, you will arrive at the pier. The driver guide will assist you in collecting your boat tickets at the pier. Please let us know your hotel name, and we will pick you up from anywhere within 20 kilometers of Guilin city. Note: Driver who also acts as a guide Note: During the summer holiday (July to August), National Holiday or May holiday, please book your tour with us as early as possible, as boat tickets are difficult to secure. If regular boat tickets are unavailable, we will arrange an electric boat for you from Yangdi to Nine Horses Hill.

The Li River cruise lasts about 4 hours, arriving in Yangshuo at approximately 1:30 PM. Along the journey from the pier to Yangshuo, you’ll pass by countless grotesque peaks, creating a picturesque landscape. The river winds like a green ribbon, while the peaks rise like bamboo shoots, forming a breathtaking natural gallery. As you cruise down the river, you’ll be captivated by the inverted reflections of the fantastically shaped peaks, the crystal-clear water, the lush green hills, and the bamboo groves. You’ll also have the chance to see the iconic scenery featured on the 20 Yuan note in Xingping Town. You will enjoy a relaxing 3 to 4-hour cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, passing countless karst hills along the way - a truly unforgettable experience. Note: You will be on the boat independently during the cruise. Your driver/guide will not accompany you on the boat but will meet you at Yangshuo Dock upon arrival. Please send us your info, we will book boat tickets for your group.

Take some time to visit the renowned West Street at your leisure on your own. Here, you’ll find charming old-style buildings made of gray bricks and tiles, which have been transformed into a variety of souvenir shops, bars, coffee shops, and more.

We will then head to Xianggong Hill, where visitors can experience the stunning karst landscape in a unique way by climbing one of the karst mountains. Xianggong Hill is the perfect choice for this adventure. The climb to the top takes about 20 minutes, and once there, you’ll be rewarded with a bird’s-eye view of the Li River valley, surrounded by towering peaks. This breathtaking sight is one of the most spectacular views in China and an absolute must-see during your tour.

After a wonderful day exploring Xianggong Hill, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin. The journey takes about 1 and half hour, giving you time to relax or take a nap. You will arrive at your Guilin hotel around 6:00 pm, concluding your memorable day trip.