Guilin Tours

Guilin is a popular tourist destination, famous for its karst landscape and idyllic countryside. The limestone hills jut randomly out and point to the sky, as the Li River winds its way peacefully through, creating a picture of timeless beauty.

Outdoor activities like hiking and biking will bring you in touch with nature and local peoples' daily lives. As the Chinese saying goes, Guilin's unique scenery "tops everything under heaven". If you've never been to China before, Guilin should be on your "must-visit" list.

Guilin is suitable for travelling all year round, as each season has its unique beauty.

How Many Days Do I Need to Visit Guilin?

Guilin 3-day tour
Guilin 4-5 days tour
Guilin 6-7 days tour

Popular Guilin Tours

Elephant Hill

Li River Cruise & Guilin City Highlights

Relax on the Li River, cycle in the countryside by the paddy fields of Yangshuo, and visit an amazing karst cave.

3-Day Essence of Guilin From: US$409
Longji Rice Terraces

A time-smart tour of the most important sights of Guilin

Visit Longji's terraced fields and minority villages, cruise along the Li River, and enjoy the idyllic countryside of Yangshuo.

4-Day Guilin Scenery and Minority Culture Discovery Tour From: US$609
The Li River

Guilin, Xing'an and Yangshuo Tour

Discover the old town of Daxu and watch local people do traditional handcrafts. Explore the world's oldest waterway – the Ling Canal. Take a Li River cruise and enjoy the Li River sunset…

5-Day Ancient and Scenic Guilin From: $749
Bamboo Rafting

Relaxation in the countryside and an in-depth experience of minority cultures

This tour is especially tailor-made for people who would like to enjoy more time with nature, explore the rural lives of local people.

7-Day Guilin, Longsheng & Yangshuo Relaxation Tour From: US$969
The Li River

Li River cruise and Yangshuo countryside tour

Visit the Li River and observe the spectacular beauty of limestone formations. Enjoy the tranquility of the countryside in the Yulong Valley.

1-Day Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Highlights Tour From: US$189
Rice Terraces

A day tour including natural scenery and local experiences

Trek up to the Longji Rice Terraces, learn about the traditional lifestyles of Chinese minorities, and enjoy the spectacular scenery.

1-Day Longji Rice Terraces & Mountain Village Tour From: US$79

Why Travellers Go with Us

1. We have exclusive activities

If you would like to take part in any of these experiences, exclusive to China Highlights, please ask your travel advisor to add them to your itinerary.

Daxu Old Town

Discover The Old Town of Daxu With A Local Scholar

Li River Pebbles Art

Li River Pebbles Art Experience

Farming Activities

Farming Activities

Helicopter

Helicopter Tour

2. We provide professional sevice

4-Star Boat

Li River cruises

We have selected the newly operated 4-star boats serving a buffet lunch.

Biking

Yangshuo cycling

Unlike other agencies, we will take you by private vehicle from the congested town streets to the country roads to start your biking experience.

Guilin Food

Authentic Guilin food experiences

We at China Highlights have specially designed a "Guilin Food" brochure, selecting a number of dishes that are favorites with customers and locals for you to sample during your stay in Guilin.

Download the PDF

Trip Notes

Guilin transport map
Guilin transport map

4 Common Questions Travelers Ask Us

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1. What is the best time to visit Guilin?

Guilin is suitable for visiting all year round, as each season has its unique beauty.

Though the most popular period is from April to October when the weather is comfortable and the scenery is charming, the winter season is also regarded as a good time to visit, because tour prices are cheaper compared with the high season. Avoid going during national holidays (May 1st to 3rd or October 1st to 7th).

2. When can I see the Longji rice terraces in gold?
3. Is Guilin suitable for family tours?
4. Can I visit Guilin without a Chinese visa?