1-day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Sightseeing Private Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Li River

   Begin your day early in the morning as we pick you up at your hotel and take you to the Zhujiang Pier. From there, embark on your Li River cruise trip from Guilin to Yangshuo on our comfortable boat. Relax on the boat and take in the majestic scenery of the Li River. Glide along the water, with the hills and the rugged nature around you on all sides. Enjoy the picturesque landscape, dip your toes into the crystal clear water, see the buffalos swimming or eating water weed in the river, and the fisherman drawing the nets. Along the banks of the river, admire beautiful peaks, bamboo and rice fields, and quiet rural villages. Upon arrival in Yangshuo town, take a short rest before we get starting on Yangshuo sightseeing tour.

   240 minutes here · Admission included

2. Yangti Dyke

   Yangdi Village is located on the west bank of the Li River, about 50km (31 miles) from Guilin, and 40km (25 miles) north of Yangshuo County. Behind the village lies a hill consisting of twin peaks, which look like two sheep hoofs hanging upside down. Hence the village gets its name Yangdi, which has a harmonic tone with 'Yangti', the Chinese expression for 'sheep hoofs'.

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3. Jiuma Mountain

   Mural Hill(Jiuma Mountain), also known as Nine Horses Fresco Hill, is an attraction you can never miss if you visit Li River. It is located on the west bank of Li River, about 60 km (37 miles) from Guilin and close to Xingping Town. Facing the broad and peaceful watercourse is a large and steep stone cliff which looks like a huge painted screen. Backed by mountains and consisting of five peaks, Mural Hill is an assemblage of weathered rocks in yellow, white, black, grey and green colors. Looking from a distance the mottled cliff face resembles a huge piece of mural with images of nine horses in various poses.

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4. Xianggong Mountain

   In the beginning, Xianggong Mountain was merely an obscure small karst hill on the west bank of Li River in Yangshuo County of Guilin. A few years ago, a local photographer took some pictures on the top of this mountain and won the bronze prize in an international photography contest, making Xianggong Mountain famous overnight. From then on, it became a popular tourist destination beloved by enthusiastic photographers.

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5. Xingping Fishing Village

   Once, in ancient times, Xingping Town was the largest town along the Li River, and is 63 km (39 miles) from Guilin and 25 km (15.5 miles) from Yangshuo, on the east bank of the river. The town is really a beautiful place, surrounded by enthralling scenery. Both Mural Hill and Yellow Cloth Shoal belong to this scenic area.

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6. Xingping Fishing Village

   Lying on the east bank of the Li River upstream from Yangshuo, the fishing village has a history dating back more than 500 years. Founded during the Ming Dynasty in 1506, this picturesque village is infused with typical Lingnan or southeastern Chinese provincial culture. There are 48 traditional residences that have been remarkably well preserved throughout the years. Special features of these residences include blue brickwork, black tiles, sloping roofs, horse head walls, cornices and carved windows. The houses are classic examples of Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynastic architecture.

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7. West Street

   After the river cruise, we will visit the Yangshuo West street for 30 minutes. West Street is the oldest street in Yangshuo with a history of more than 1,400 years. Situated at the center of Yangshuo County, the street has become, since the 1980's, a window of eastern and western culture and the biggest 'foreign language center' in China. It is the most prosperous district in Yangshuo, and, each year, approximately 100,000 foreigners come here on their travels or to attend advanced studies. Visitors are attracted to West Street by its unique mix of cultures. The West Street is 517 meters (1,696 feet) long and 8 meters (26 feet) wide, meandering in an 'S' along its length. Being completely paved with marble it is a typical example of a southern China street. It is greatly admired by foreigners for its simple style and courtyard-like setting. There is a saying about it that 'half is village while the other half is stores'.

   30 minutes here

8. Yangshuo Park

   Yangshuo Park is located in Yangshuo, covering an area of 230 thousand sq m (271 thousand sq yd). The park has both a big and a small gates. They are carved with the park’s name in Chinese by famous calligraphers. There are plenty of osmanthus trees and bamboos in the park, providing a peaceful and secluded environment for visitors. Double Moon Stream runs through the park and the park is surrounded by marvelous mountains. Many locals do exercise and play Chinese chess in the park.

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9. Yulong River

   Yulong River, also called Little Li River, rises in Lingui County in Yangshuo. The river is about 43 kilometers (26 miles) long, with a drainage area of approximately 158 square kilometers (39,043 acres). The part of the river that stretches from Yulong Bridge in Baisha Town, to Gongnong Bridge near Big Banyan Tree along the Ten-Mile Gallery, is known as the Yulong River Scenic Area, and includes some spectacular scenic views along each river bank.

   40 minutes here

10. Yulong Bridge

    The Chinese word 'Yulong' refers to 'meeting a dragon'. Local legend has it that a dragon from the East Sea strolled across the Yulong River and, being deeply impressed by the attractive landscape, decided to stay there forever. The villagers living on the river bank saw the dragon several times, and hence the river is named so.

    10 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Cruise and Fisherman sunset

  Fisherman sunset: Hire a fisherman for show, he will cooperate with you by nature posture of lighting on his bamboo raft, casting net, fishing. Duration: 1 hour: The sunset show lasts around one hour and need 40 minutes driving from Yangshuo. Cruise + Fisherman sunset: After the cruise tour, you will have 2.5hrs rest time in Yangshuo west street before heading to Xingping to catch the sunset. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise & Liusanjie Light Show

  Impression Liu Sanjie : It is a night show combining music and light, ethnic songs and dances, using the River and Hills as the stage and backdrop. Duration: 1 hour: The show lasts for one hour. Start at 19:30pm, pick up at 18:30 and back to Yangshuo hotel at 21:20 or Guilin hotel at 22:30. Cruise + show(B2 ticket): After the crusie, you will have a rest in Yangshuo west street for 4 hrs or Check in your hotel in Yangshuo if you stay there The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise and cooking lesson

  Cooking lesson: The Yangshuo Cooking lesson offers you the opportunity to learn how to cook real Chinese food in a traditional setting. Duration: 3 hours: 3 hours class including the market tour. Dinner: After the cooking lesson, the food that you cooked can be your dinner. Cruise + Cooking : After the cruise, you will have a cooking lesson at Yangshuo and the cooking tour lasts for 3hrs. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise and Scooter tour

  E-Scooter ride : E-Scooter riding in Yangshuo is the best and fast way to see the karst mountains and villages. Duration: 2 hours Cruise + Scooter: After the crusie tour, we will Ride scooter/moped and take a wonderful tour through the beautiful Yangshuo countryside. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise and Xianggong Hill

  Xianggong Hill: This hill is located in the Li river area, you can see a wonderful panoramic view of Li river valley on the top of the hill. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Spend around 35 minutes in the mountains, but total need 2 hrs with the round way transportation. Cruise + Xianggong hill : After the crusie tour, we will head to the Xianggong hill(40 minutes driving from Yangshuo). The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise and Yulong bamboo boat

  Yulong bamboo boat: Rafting along Yulong River, you will not only see the beautiful natural scenery, but also find ancient villages,stone bridges Duration: 30 minutes: The Yulong bamboo boat lasts for 35 minutes, but total need 2hrs for this trip with the travel time. Cruise + bamboo boat: After the crusie, you will heading to the Yulong bamboo boat. About the bamboo boat: Each boat can take 2 people, but the people less than 5 yrs and more than 70yrs, can not take the bamboo boat. Pickup included

• Cruise and Countryside Cycling

  Yangshuo cycling: Cycling in Yangshuo is the best and most economic way to see the karst mountains and villages. Duration: 2 hours Cruise + Cycling : After the crusie tour, Hop on a bike and take a wonderful cycling tour through the beautiful Yangshuo countryside. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

• Cruise and Cuiping hill sunset

  Cuiping hill sunset: You could have a birds-eye view of the stunning Karst landform from the top of the hill. It is the best spot for the sunset. Duration: 1 hour: Need 15 minutes climb up to the top of the hill, around 500 steps. Cruise + Cuiping hill sunset: After the cruise tour, you will spend 2hrs at West street area, at 4pm head to the Cuiping hill to catch the sunset. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

cmn, en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

happychinatours

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
• Need passport details of each traveler(The first and last name and passport numbers).
• The bamboo boat can take 2 people and each boat for 160KG. If more than 160KG, you need to buy one extra bamboo boat ticket by yourself due to the tour package just included one bamboo boat ticket.

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