• Upon your arrival in Guilin via flight or high-speed train, our guide and driver will meet you at the airport or train station. You will be transferred privately to your hotel located in downtown Guilin. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
• You have the option to relax at the hotel, take a leisurely walk along the beautiful Li River, or explore the evening market in town. Guilin offers a variety of attractions and experiences for you to enjoy on your first day.
• There are convenient flight and high-speed train connections from Guilin to all major cities in China. You may choose to visit Guilin as an extension trip after exploring other cities in China, or select one of our tour packages that include Guilin and Yangshuo in their itineraries.
• Enjoy your first day in Guilin and get ready for the adventures ahead in this picturesque region!

• Stroll along Li River
• Stay in Guilin

• In the morning, after breakfast, you will have a private transfer for about 40 minutes to Zhujiang Pier to board the Li River cruise. The river trip will last for approximately 4 hours, allowing you to explore the breathtaking Karst limestone formations.
• During this 84-kilometer journey, you'll be treated to dazzling scenery that will overwhelm your eyes, resembling a vast Chinese painting. You'll see the river winding like an emerald belt through the beautiful limestone karst mountains, fascinating countryside views, and iconic scenes such as the rock formation known as "A Painting of Nine Horses." Additionally, you'll see the bamboo forest set against a backdrop of mountain rocks, famously depicted on the back of the 20 RMB note of Chinese currency.
• A simple local Chinese lunch will be served onboard, and snacks will be available for you to enjoy during the cruise. This scenic cruise trip on the Li river certainly offers an unforgettable experience on this China trip.
• You'll disembark in Yangshuo Town in the early afternoon and then check into your hotel. The rest of the day will be at your own leisure. After a short break, you may either stroll through West Street, enjoying a beer, or bargain with local shop owners for souvenirs.
• Optional Activity (at an extra cost): Head to the Yulong River for a bike ride to enjoy the river view and the rice paddies. The route takes you from Yangshuo to Jima to Shuiedi Dock to Gongnong Bridge and finally to West Street, lasting 1.5-2 hours. Alternatively, you may choose to relax and enjoy the classic bamboo rafting experience. Route A takes you from Shuiedi Dock to Gongnong Bridge for 40-50 minutes, while Route B takes you from Jima Dock to Gongnong Bridge for 1.5 hours.
• Optional evening activity: Watch the splendid evening performance of Impression Liu Sanjie with the Li River itself as the stage, directed by the famous director Zhang Yimou. The performance usually lasts for about an hour and takes place between 19:45 and 22:20. Using the Li River and the mountains as the backdrop, the whole river and peaks are illuminated.
• (Note: Please inform your travel consultant if you prefer any of these activities, as the final prices will differ based on your choices.)

• Stroll West Street
• Cruise Li River
• Relax in Yangshuo
• Stay in Yangshou, B, L

• Free time in the morning at your own leisure. Check out of the hotel and drive for about 1 hour back to GuiLing.
• Lunch will be served in Guilin downtown and then we will visit the Reed Flute Cave, it has a depth of approximately 240 meters (787 feet).There is a majestic underground palace in the cave that is adorned with sparkling colors, formed over millions of years by nature. Inside, you'll witness incredible stalactites, stalagmites, stone curtains, and stone waterfalls of various sizes and shapes, creating a magical display of Mother Nature's artistry.
• Visiting the South China Sea Pearl Workshop where Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has been famous for centuries. The bay along the coast here is in the shape of omega, providing a stable bed for the oysters to live and produce pearls with a lustrous, thick, and shining quality. Return to the hotel, and the remainder of the day will be at your own leisure.
• (Note: Please inform your travel consultant if you have any dietary preferences or if there's anything specific you'd like to explore during your time in Guilin.)

• Explore Reed Flute Cave
• Visit South China Sea Pearl Workshop
• Stay in Yangshou, B, L

Our guide and driver will meet you at the hotel, private transfer then to the airport, or bullet train station for your onward journey.

• Departure, B