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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?

3 Days Necessary for an essential tour

Guilin city highlights

+A Li River cruise

26% of travelers' choice

4-5 Days Popular for a highlights tour

3-day essential tour

+Longji Terraced Fields

+Yangshuo countryside tour

+Daxu Ancient Town or Ling Canal

48% of travelers' choice

6-7 Days Recommended for an in-depth tour

5-day highlights tour

+1-2 extra days in Xingping/ Yangshuo for photography & relaxation

OrSanjiang Dong minority county

20% of travelers' choice

Guilin Highlights

We have designed the following itineraries to include the highlights and interesting experiences in and around Guilin. They are flexible and can be customized to suit your budget and interests.

The Best Way to Visit Yangshuo and Li River

Have a bird's-eye view of the landscape of Yangshuo from the top of a mountain. Drift along the beautiful Li River. Have a bicycle ride into a beautiful village.

1-Day Yangshuo and Li River Highlights Tour From: US$ 119p/p

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$ 389p/p

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$ 579p/p

Popular Day Tours

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$ 199p/p

Longji Terraced Fields and Minority Discovery

Visit two different minority villages and admire the most beautiful scenery of the terraced fields. Discover the local minority cultures.

1-Day Longji Rice Terraced Fields and Minority Villages Tour From: US$ 115p/p

In-depth Guilin City Discovery

Walk along the pathways in an ancient village. Discover the secret recipe of the famous Guilin rice noodles. Admire the “natural art” in Reed Flute Cave.

1-Day Guilin City Highlights Tour From: US$ 79p/p

Theme Tours

Guilin, Xing'an and Yangshuo Tour

Discover an ancient town and watch local people do traditional handcrafts. Take a Li River cruise and enjoy sunset.

5-Day Ancient and Scenic Guilin From: US$ 739p/p

Photo Tour to Li River and Terraced Rice Fields

Photograph the great bend on the Li River, capture an old fisherman and his cormorant in Yangshuo, and take candid photos of minority people living near the Longji rice terraces.

6-Day Guilin Photography Tour From: US$ 959p/p

Relaxation in the countryside and an in depth experience

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$ 969p/p

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.

Discover The Old Town of Daxu With A Local Scholar

Li River Pebbles Art Experience

Farming Activities

Helicopter Tour

2. We provide professional service

Li River cruises

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

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.

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.

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Trip Notes

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?

Usually the Longji Rice Terraces are golden when the rice is ready to be harvested at the end of September or the beginning of October. Since the first week of October is Chinese national holiday, the last week of September is considered a better time to view the rice terraces.

3. Is Guilin suitable for family tours?

Yes, there are many activities for both teenagers and young kids.

Learn how to make bamboo-cooked rice at Longji rice terraces
Learn how to make traditional Chinese handicrafts at Daxu ancient town
Learn how to paint landscapes adorned with Li River pebbles
Visit a local village and help local people in their farming activities
See the Yangshuo countryside by bike and enjoy the Yulong River on a bamboo raft
Visit a Chinese language school and join in a Mandarin-learning class

4. Can I visit Guilin without a Chinese visa?

Guilin offers 72-hour visa-free transit, or for citizens of 10 ASEAN countries 6 days visa-free. Read more on Guilin visa-free travel.

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