Shared 2-3 Day Guilin Tour: Longji, Li River Cruise + Pickup 3-Day City, Longji & 3-Star Cruise
ID: GYG1222592-O-1907897
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
3 days
Description
Join a shared group tour of Longji Terraces and Li River cruise to Yangshuo, plus optional Guilin city highlights. Daily pickup from Guilin City Center hotels. Flexible 2-3 day itineraries.
[TOUR OPTIONS & ITINERARY]
2-DAY ESSENTIAL:
• Day 1: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Culture
• Day 2: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo (Ends in Yangshuo or Guilin)
3-DAY FULL EXPERIENCE:
• Day 1: Guilin City Landmarks (Elephant Trunk Hill, River Cruise & Cave)
• Day 2: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Culture
• Day 3: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo (Ends in Yangshuo or Guilin)
[DAILY DETAILS]
I. GUILIN CITY LANDMARKS (3-DAY TOUR ONLY)
Visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, cruise the "One River & Four Lakes" to see traditional pavilions, and explore the illuminated stalactites of Reed Flute Cave.
• 08:30 - 09:00: Hotel pickup (Guilin city center)
• 09:00 - 15:30: Sightseeing (Hill, Cave & Boat)
• 15:30 - 16:00: Return to hotel
II. LONGJI RICE TERRACES & MINORITY CULTURE
Experience the 600-year-old terraces and the unique "long hair" traditions of the Red Yao in Huangluo Village.
• 08:00 - 08:30: Hotel pickup
• 08:30 - 10:30: Scenic drive to Longji
• 10:30 - 16:00: Explore Ping'an Village and Long-hair Village
• 16:00 - 18:00: Return to Guilin
III. LI RIVER CRUISE TO YANGSHUO (FINAL DAY)
Enjoy a 4-hour cruise through karst peaks, featuring the Nine Horse Fresco Hill and the 20-RMB note scenery.
• 07:10 - 07:50: Hotel pickup (Guilin city center)
• 07:50 - 09:00: Transfer to the cruise pier
• 09:20 - 14:00: Li River Cruise with Lunch
• 14:30 - 16:30: Free time at West Street
• 16:30 - 18:00: Return bus to Guilin (or stay in Yangshuo)
[CRUISE OPTIONS]
4-STAR BOAT (Premium): 80 seats with Buffet Lunch (Steamed chicken, braised pork, fish fillets, seasonal vegetables, dim sum, and fruits).
3-STAR BOAT (Classic): 100-120 seats with a standard Chinese-style lunch box.
Highlights
- Shared Group Experience: Cost-effective tour with an English-speaking guide.
- Li River Cruise: Sail to Yangshuo with 3-star or luxury 4-star boat options.
- Longji Terraces: Explore ancient rice fields and Red Yao minority culture.
- Guilin: Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave & city water cruise.
- Stress-free: Daily transfers from centrally located hotels in Guilin.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Peak Season Availability: This tour does not operate during major public holidays, including Chinese New Year, May Day (May 1–5), and National Day (Oct 1–7), due to extreme crowds and logistical constraints.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Guilin City Center)
- Shared air-conditioned tour vehicle
- All entrance fees and selected cruise tickets (3/4-star)
- On-board lunch (4-star Buffet / 3-star Lunch Box)
- English-speaking tour guide (Land-only; guides do not board the cruise)
- Travel Insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Mandatory: Longji internal shuttle (40 RMB; required for groups >7 due to coach restrictions)
- Yangshuo Pier battery car (15 RMB)
- Optional: Long-hair show, Ping'an sightseeing bus
- Personal expenses, dinner, and accommodation
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
