Best of Guilin, Yangshuo & Longji Rice Terraces — 3-City Small Group

Trip Overview

A 4-day Guilin–Yangshuo slow travel: Li River cruises, the Longji rice terraces and the karst peaks that define southern China's postcard scenery.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 · Guilin

• Arrive Guilin; riverside icons.
• Scenic spots: Elephant Trunk Hill, Seven Star Park, Two Rivers & Four Lakes night cruise.
• Local food: Guilin mifen rice noodles.
• Transport: private car airport transfer.

Day 2 · Guilin → Longji

• Mountain terraces and ethnic villages.
• Scenic spots: Ping'an / Dazhuang Longji Rice Terraces, Zhuang & Yao villages.
• Transport: private car (~2.5h).

Day 3 · Longji → Yangshuo (via Li River)

• Scenic Li River cruise down to Yangshuo.
• Scenic spots: Nine Horses Hill, Xingping, Yangshuo West Street.
• Transport: Li River cruise boat + car.

Day 4 · Yangshuo

• Caves, rafting and cycling among the peaks.
• Scenic spots: Silver Cave, Yulong River bamboo raft, Ten-Mile Gallery.
• Transport: private car; return to Guilin.

Highlights

• Dawn mist over the Longji terraces.
• Cormorant fishermen and karst towers on the Li River.
• E-biking the Yulong River valley.

Practical Tips

• Best season: April–October.
• Reserve the Li River cruise class ahead.
• Rent an e-bike for the Ten-Mile Gallery loop.

Estimated Cost (per person)

• Lodging (3 nights, comfort): ~$240
• Transport (car + cruise): ~$160
• Tickets: ~$120
• Meals: ~$90
• Guide share: ~$70
• Total (Comfort): ~$680 per person
• Budget variant: ~$490 · Comfort variant: ~$680 · Premium variant: ~$1,010