Guilin: Scenic Area Tour, Handicraft Workshop & Cruise Guide for English

Discover Guilin's natural beauty and cultural heritage on a guided tour. Hike to the top of Chuanshan Hill, create a fragrant herbal sachet, and enjoy a relaxing Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise.
Begin your day with a refreshing walk in Chuanshan Scenic Area, a peaceful park known for its panoramic city views and unique karst landscapes. Take a gentle 30-minute hike to the hilltop for sweeping vistas of Guilin’s limestone peaks and the Li River winding through the city. Along the way, explore Moon Cave, a natural karst cave filled with fascinating rock formations shaped over thousands of years.

Next, step into a hidden courtyard for a hands-on experience at an Osmanthus Handicraft Workshop. Create your own fragrant herbal sachet using dried osmanthus flowers, mugwort, and mint. Learn the cultural meanings behind each herb and how these traditional sachets are used for seasonal wellness and good fortune. Your handmade sachet becomes a meaningful souvenir to take home.

Continue to the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, the symbolic landmark of Guilin. Shaped like a giant elephant dipping its trunk into the river, this natural formation is one of the most photographed sights in the city. Your guide will lead you to the best vantage point outside the park so you can capture the classic postcard view without needing to enter the main site.

Afterward, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Dongxi Lane, one of Guilin’s oldest historical neighborhoods. Lined with beautifully preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture, the streets are filled with boutique shops, art cafés, and local snack vendors. Along the way, visit Xiaoyao Tower, where your guide will share stories of ancient merchants, scholars, and poets who once passed through this historic gateway. Continue exploring nearby Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, a lively area perfect for sampling local delicacies and picking up souvenirs.

Finally, end your day with a relaxing Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise, one of Guilin’s most beautiful evening experiences. Glide along the Li River, Taohua River, and the connected lakes as you pass illuminated pagodas, elegant stone bridges, tree-lined shores, and local residents enjoying the evening breeze. It’s a peaceful and memorable way to experience Guilin’s charm from the water.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.