1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 38 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking worth booking?
1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking is a 9-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $88 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 38 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (38)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $88 per person
Discover the must-see beauty of the Li River and famous Yangshuo countryside on a full-day private tour from Guilin to Yangshuo. Cruise past iconic karst peaks, lush bamboo groves, emerald rice paddies, and tranquil riverside villages. After arriving in Yangshuo, explore the popular West Street, then choose between a scenic countryside bike ride or a hike up Xianggong Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of this unforgettable landscape. • Enjoy hassle-free transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off. • Experience a full-day private Li River cruise and Yangshuo tour from Guilin. • Cruise for approximately 4 hours through Guilin’s spectacular karst scenery. • Explore Yangshuo and enjoy free time to stroll along West Street. • Choose between a scenic countryside bike ride and a hike up Xianggong Hill.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the must-see beauty of the Li River and famous Yangshuo countryside on a full-day private tour from Guilin to Yangshuo. Cruise past iconic karst peaks, lush bamboo groves, emerald rice paddies, and tranquil riverside villages. After arriving in Yangshuo, explore the popular West Street, then choose between a scenic countryside bike ride or a hike up Xianggong Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of this unforgettable landscape. • Enjoy hassle-free transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off. • Experience a full-day private Li River cruise and Yangshuo tour from Guilin. • Cruise for approximately 4 hours through Guilin’s spectacular karst scenery. • Explore Yangshuo and enjoy free time to stroll along West Street. • Choose between a scenic countryside bike ride and a hike up Xianggong Hill.
What's included
Included
- Simple onboard lunch included in the cruise ticket
- Li River cruise tickets are arranged in advance, just pay on the day, hassle-free.
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Top-rated private local guide with 100% guest satisfaction (if selected)
- Hassle-free Guilin hotel pickup
- Friendly, reliable local driver-guide with translation app support (if selected)
- Flexible return to your hotel in Yangshuo or Guilin
Not included
- Li River cruise ticket: standard boat CNY255/USD 38/pp; deluxe boat CNY340/USD 51/pp.
- Xiangong Hill Admission or Yangshuo Bicycle Rental: USD9 per person
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Guilin
At about 8am, we'll pick you up at your hotel lobby and drive for about 50 minutes to Guilin Zhujiang Pier or Mopanshan Pier. From there, you'll board a Li River cruise to Yangshuo, one of the most scenic experiences in Guilin. The cruise takes about 4 hours, passing through the stunning karst mountains, peaceful villages, bamboo-lined riverbanks, and picturesque countryside along the Li River. Sit back and enjoy the changing scenery as the river winds its way from Guilin to Yangshuo.
50 minutes here
Li River
The Li River cruise takes about 4 hours, arriving in Yangshuo at around 1:20pm. As you cruise downstream, enjoy the soft breeze and changing scenery along the river. You’ll pass the famous Nine-Horse Fresco, the Yellow Cloth Shoal, featured on the back of the 20 RMB note, as well as peaceful grasslands, farmland, and idyllic countryside. Along the riverbanks, countless limestone peaks and rock formations appear in fascinating shapes, resembling a Chinese brush, crown, figure, goat’s hoof, and more. The scenery gradually changes from the cityscape of Guilin to the peaceful rural landscapes around Yangshuo, offering a relaxing view of the Li River’s famous karst scenery. Note: If you choose the Driver-Guide Service, your driver will also act as your guide. You will take the Li River cruise independently, as the driver-guide will not accompany you on the boat. Your driver-guide will meet you at Yangshuo Dock upon arrival and continue the tour with you.
240 minutes here · Admission not included
West Street
Visiting West Street, travelers will be surrounded by an array of traditional folk and amazing international elements. Various shops, craftworks shops, painting and calligraphy stores, backpack shops, cafes, and Chinese Kung Fu academies jostle for attention; travelers will be amazed by a multitude of items, from embroidered silk cloth, wax-painted weaving, to embroidered shoes for women.
30 minutes here
Yangshuo County
In Yangshuo, we've carefully selected two of the area's most popular experiences for you to choose from: a scenic countryside cycling experience or a visit to Xianggong Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of the Li River. Both are highly popular, so simply let your guide know which one you'd like to experience. If you choose the cycling, Your guide will prepare bike for you and take you to experiece the most classical biking route with ancient village visiting. It'll give you a close experience of the local life both in Yangshuo County and in the ancient villages along the Yulong River. You can also have a chance to admire the bucolic scenery, buffaloes, and marvelous karst hills and rivers.
60 minutes here
Xianggong Mountain
If you choose the Xiangong monutain, hike up the mountain with your guide and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Li River and surrounding karst landscape. Xiangong Hill is a famous photography and sunset spot in Yangshuo, offering a perfect vantage point to watch the sun set over the dramatic peaks and winding river.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Guilin
If you prefer to stay in Yangshuo, simply let you guide know in advance and you will be provided with directions to your accommodation. After a wonderful day in Yangshuo, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin. It takes about 1.5 hours for transportation. Just take a nap and relax in your comfortable private vehicle.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Top-rated Tour Guide+Driver
Highly Recommend: Top-rated private English-speaking guide with 100% guest satisfaction. Highlights: Discover the iconic Li River, then explore picturesque Yangshuo countryside by bike or hike up Xianggong Hill. Flexible return transfer: to Yangshuo or Guilin. Pickup included
Driver Guide
Reliable Driver Guide: A reliable Chinese-speaking driver guide providing trip assistance and basic communication with translation-app support. Highlights: Discover the iconic Li River, then explore picturesque Yangshuo countryside by bike or hike up Xianggong Hill. Flexible return transfer: to Yangshuo or Guilin. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Trippest Travel
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please bring your passport when on the tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- According to the latest Li River shipping regulations, foreign travelers must provide a passport photo when purchasing 3-star or 4-star boat tickets.
- National Day Holiday: An additional RMB 60 per ticket applies to the 4-Star Cruise Ticket.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 38 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
38 verified traveler reviews for 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect way to experience the Li River and Yangshou County!
What a great day! Advance communication was informative and helpful. Transportation was roomy, comfortable and air conditioned. Our guide William offered lots of insights into the area, culture, history and was extremely accommodating. The cruise was beautiful. The boat did not offer many translations so it was helpful that William was able to provide guidance, teach us about the geography and translate anything that needed to be conveyed. We elected to ride bikes rather than use scooters and we’re not disappointed at all! The bikes were pretty comfortable and in good condition. We biked approximately 8 miles, William leading us around a path following the river until turning back into the countryside and venturing back through a few villages. We had some hot and rainy weather but even with that, we truly enjoyed the day! Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Dear Noelle, Thank you for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review! We're thrilled that your Li River cruise and Yangshuo biking tour was such a highlight. It's wonderful to hear that William's insights and translation support added real value, especially when the boat lacked English commentary. We're also glad the bikes were comfortable and that you embraced the adventure despite the hot and rainy weather. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to help you create more unforgettable travel memories in the future. Warm regards, Trippest Customer Service Team
via Viator
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Lilly was excellent. We really enjoyed having her as our guide. She was extremely attentive. We recommend her highly.
Response from the operator: Hi Nasrollah, Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great time on the Li River Cruise and biking with Lilly. It’s wonderful to know she made your day special with her attentiveness. Your high recommendation means a lot to us! If you’re ever back for more adventures, we’d love to help you explore even more. Best regards, Trippest Customer Service Team
via Viator
It is nice tour.We really...
It is nice tour.We really enjoyed ourselves. Cycling was a particularly great experience. We also saw a couple of villages.
Response from the operator: Dear Terez, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're very glad to hear you enjoyed the Li River Cruise and had a great time cycling through the beautiful countryside and villages. It’s wonderful to know that you made lasting memories on your tour. We appreciate your choice of us and can’t wait to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Best regards, Trippest Customer Service Team
via Viator
Amazing trip
We had an amazing trip! It started very smoothly, Louis was with us from the very start! The trip started with a boat ride with amazing scenery something that you only see in movies!! Then we rode bicycles at a very remote place "Hidden gem" it was an amazing experiences! Louis was extremely friendly, knowledgable and he let us ride the bicycles longer than what was planned! I highly recommend this.
Response from the operator: Dear Ziad, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re very glad to hear you had an amazing time on the Li River Cruise and biking in Yangshuo. It’s great to know Louis made your experience even better with his friendliness and knowledge. We’re glad you enjoyed the “hidden gem” biking spot and that Louis let you ride a bit longer, and it’s all about making your trip special! Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to see you again for more adventures! Best regards, Trippest Customer Service Team
via Tripadvisor
A must book !!!!
It’s a must book!! Started on a deluxe boat after driver and our fabulous guide Jerry picked us up from hotel. Cruise was so good. Lunch was also great on the boat. Arrived in Yangshuo, had time to shop then had electric Scooters to tour the area and riverside. Jerry the guide made the day unforgettable. Appreciate your company for its accurate description. Note to other travellers maybe stop the night in Yangshuo it’s looks amazing for the evening
Response from the operator: Dear Paul, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! We're so glad to hear that you had such a memorable experience on the Li River Cruise and Yangshuo biking tour with us. Jerry will be delighted to know he made your day unforgettable. His passion for sharing the beauty of Guilin and Yangshuo truly shines through. We're glad you enjoyed the deluxe boat, the delicious lunch, and the electric scooter tour. Your suggestion to stay overnight in Yangshuo is a great tip for future travelers. It truly is a magical place in the evening. We appreciate your kind words and are grateful for your trust in us. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Warm regards, Trippest Customer Service Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $88 to $351
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Trippest Travel, who run 152 experiences we rank across 26 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.6.
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1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking cost?
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Prices start at $88 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Guilin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Guilin is not rushed.
Is 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 38 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Guilin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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Around 13 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Guilin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Guilin and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Guilin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Guilin?
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On Outty we rank every Guilin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour, Longji Rice Terraces with Minority Village Private Day Tour, 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Guilin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Guilin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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Included: Simple onboard lunch included in the cruise ticket; Li River cruise tickets are arranged in advance, just pay on the day, hassle-free; Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle; Top-rated private local guide with 100% guest satisfaction (if selected); and Hassle-free Guilin hotel pickup. Not included: Li River cruise ticket: standard boat CNY255/USD 38/pp; deluxe boat CNY340/USD 51/pp; Xiangong Hill Admission or Yangshuo Bicycle Rental: USD9 per person; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 452 listed pickup locations in and around Guilin.
What languages is 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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Across 38 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Top-rated Tour Guide+Driver, Driver Guide. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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