Guilin: Heritage Tour of Ancient Village, Craft & River View
ID: GYG1024607-1582488
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Step back in time on this immersive cultural tour from Guilin - explore ancient riverside towns, join hands-on heritage craft workshops, savor a local farm lunch, and visit iconic Li River views.
Start your cultural journey with a comfortable ride out of the city, passing through serene rural landscapes.
Daxu Ancient Town: Wander through stone-paved alleys of this 1,000-year-old riverside town. Admire wooden houses with intricate carvings and explore a mix of Lingnan and traditional Guangxi architecture. A perfect place to snap vintage-style photos and soak in old-world charm.
Dongli Ancient Village & Intangible Heritage Workshops: Step into a quiet mountain village where time slows down. Here, you can choose to join hands-on heritage workshops such as blue-dye fabric printing, hand-thrown pottery, wood carving, or bamboo weaving. A local farm-style lunch is included—fresh, hearty, and rooted in tradition.
Dashiwan Scenic Spot: Head to a hilltop viewpoint known as 'Guilin's Riverside Scroll.' Overlook lush hills and winding rivers that stretch like ink-wash paintings. It's a quiet and less-touristy spot, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.
Huangbu Reflection – 20 Yuan Banknote View: End the day at one of Guilin’s most iconic views—the real-life scene from China’s 20 yuan note. Watch karst peaks mirrored in the Li River and take that must-have photo.
Highlights
- Stroll Daxu’s ancient alleys with stone carvings, wooden houses, and calm charm
- Visit Dongli Village and try handicrafts like blue-dye or bamboo weaving
- Enjoy a farm lunch made with local produce in a scenic countryside setting
- See Li River from Dashiwan lookout with views like a Chinese landscape painting
- Snap the iconic 20-yuan view at Huangbu Reflection, where peaks mirror the river
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Convenient Pickup: Pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Guilin city. Your dedicated staff will confirm pickup details the evening before.
- Group Size: 1-6 people (larger groups may inquire about custom options).
- Language: Guided in your selected language for a smooth experience.
- Tour Duration: Approximately 10 hours.
- Ticket: Dongli Ancient Village, Intangible Heritage Workshops
- Lunch: included. Enjoy a hearty local farm-style Zhuang village cuisine.
NOT INCLUDED
- Other personal expenses
- Tips: Not included, but our guests can decide at their discretionary.
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.
