Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman worth booking?
Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman is a 4-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $110 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (16)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $110 per person
The classic shot of Li River is the one called "fishing lights on the Li River", together with sunrise or sunset. In the past, local fishermen paddled their bamboo raft and went fishing on the Li River as night falls. A magical scene appears when the river is dotted with fishing lights. It's a scene that shows an intimate relationship between human and nature. Highlights: 1. Enjoy the Sunset of the 20RMB note area. 2. take the photos with fishermen on bamboo rafts or even with the fishing birds. Note: If you want to book this tour ONE day before, you'd better check with us if has a Fisherman available or not, due to sometimes the fishing man is fully booked, thank you.
What you get
About this experience
The classic shot of Li River is the one called "fishing lights on the Li River", together with sunrise or sunset. In the past, local fishermen paddled their bamboo raft and went fishing on the Li River as night falls. A magical scene appears when the river is dotted with fishing lights. It's a scene that shows an intimate relationship between human and nature. Highlights: 1. Enjoy the Sunset of the 20RMB note area. 2. take the photos with fishermen on bamboo rafts or even with the fishing birds. Note: If you want to book this tour ONE day before, you'd better check with us if has a Fisherman available or not, due to sometimes the fishing man is fully booked, thank you.
What's included
Included
- Round-trip private transfer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- The charge of the Fisherman
- The other option plus tour with the tickets before the sunset
- The Private car & private guide
What you'll see and do
Xingping Town
The "fishing lights on the Li River" is part of the traditional lifestyle of a local Lijiang fisherman. around 17:00pm at the later afternoon, he uses only a paddle, bamboo leaf, lantern, and his cormorant bird to catch fish. He doesn’t need hooks, or bait — just a mutual trust with the cormorant. The fisherman show tour duration around 1.5hrs, during the whole show time you will see the traditional fisherman wearing a hat and rain coat, the cormormants how to catching fish, the fishing man casting nets, the fishing man smoking on boat and lighting the lamp during the sunset and so on. Itinerary: 16:00-17:00: Our guide meet your Yangshuo hotel lobby/Yulong river park gate and transfer to the Xingping river pier.(The Guilin hotel pick up at 15:00). 17:00--18:50: Enjoy the FISHERMAN show and beautiful sunset at Li-River. 19:00--20:00:Back to Yangshuo hotel or Guilin hotel.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Li River
You will stop at Li-river--Xingping section of the 20RMB view point for the sunset tour with the fisherman.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Longji Day Tour & Sunset
Longji Rice Terraces: Gains its name because the rice terraces resemble a dragon’s scales. The mountain range looks like the backbone of a dragon. Duration: 12 hours Longji Day Tour & Sunset: Before the sunset tour, we will do the Longji day tour from Guilin or Yangshuo. The pick up location: You will be picked up and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included
Departure from Guilin Hotel
Duration: 6 hours: Need 1.5-2hrs driving each way from Guilin central hotel to Yangshuo Xingping. Sunset only, No plus tour: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. This is sunset tour only. Pickup included
Sunrise & Sunset from Yangshuo
Xianggong hill sunrise: As a gentle breeze brushes away the veil of clouds on the mountains, the peaks and river are bathed in golden or pink light. Duration: 4 hours: Sunrise tour: 4:30--8:00am Sunset tour: 16:00--20:00pm. Xianggong hill sunrise +Sunset: After the Xianggong Sunrise tour, you will back to the hotel to have a rest and meet you again at 4pm to catch the sunset. The pick up location: You will be picked up and dropped off at your Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included
Sunrise & Sunset from Guilin
Xianggong hill sunrise: As a gentle breeze brushes away the veil of clouds on the mountains, the peaks and river are bathed in golden or pink light. Duration: 5 hours: Sunrise tour: 3:40--9:00am Sunset tour: 15:00--20:30pm. Xianggong hill sunrise +Sunset: After the Xianggong Sunrise tour, you will back to the hotel to have a rest and meet you again at 3pm 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
Li-River cruise tour & Sunset
Li river boat tour: Li River cruises on big boats(4hrs boat ride) are the most popular way to see the river from Guilin to Yangshuo. Duration: 12 hours: The boat ride tour lasts for 4hrs, but this day tour lasts around 12hrs within the travel time. Lunch onboard Li-river boat tour & Sunset: Will meet you at 8:00am at Guilin hotel and take a li-River boat cruise to Yangshuo then head to sunset at Xingping. The pick up location: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included
Sunrise &Sunset with fisherman
Sunrise with the fisherman : You'll be taken to the Xingping. Enjoy the beautiful, peaceful river for some fantastic photos of the sunrise with fisherman. Duration: 4 hours: Each tour need around 3.5-4hrs and 40 minutes from Yangshuo( 90 minutes from Guilin) driving each way. Sunrise & Sunset: You will pick up at 4:00am for the fisherman sunrise tour and back to the hotel to rest then at 16:30 for the sunset again. The pick up location: You will be picked up and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel Pickup included
Guilin tour & Sunset
Reed Flute Cave &Elephant hill: Reed Flute Cave was honored as "palaces of Nature's art". Elephant Trunk Hill park is the landmark of Guilin. Duration: 8 hours Guilin City + Sunset: Before the sunset tour, you will heading to Guilin city and visit the Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Hill Park. The pick up location: You will be picked up from your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel and dropped off at Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. Pickup included
Departure from Yangshuo Hotel
Duration: 4 hours Sunset only, No plus tour: You will be picked up and dropped off at your Yangshuo hotel. This is sunset tour only, No other plus tour before the sunset. 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Jeff our guide was...
Jeff our guide was exceptional! He made us fell like family. His English was excellent and his humor kept us laughing. Definitely a 5 star experience! Highly recommend!
via Viator
Thank you David !
The best of the best. David was an incredible guide and it was such a joy to share this experience with him. Kuddos to our beloved fisherman as well. Helicia
via Viator
Great Experience
Andy was an excellent host and guide from start to finish. Highly recommend this tour for its convenience and the beauty of the scenery on offer - a truly memorable experience.
via Viator
Excellent Tour and Tour guide Andy
I had a great evening tour with Andy taking a road trip from Guilin city to Xingping fishing village. Andy was punctual, personable, and knowledgeable. He explained about the local culture and customs and we had enjoyable conversation on various topics as well. His planning was impeccable and thoughtful in that the fisherman he arranged for the evening was in a convenient and clear location away from the crowd and in clear view of the background mountains and sunset. He even looked up and gave me directions to a delicious Xinjiang restaurant in Guilin for supper after the trip. I highly recommend Andy and the fisherman tour.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience with a great and experienced tourguide!
Andy (the tour guide) was very accommodating and friendly. We spent two days with him and he was very flexible in terms of scheduling and itinerary. It rained the first day when we were supposed to climb Xianggong Mountain for a sunrise hike so he took us to Cuiping Hill to see the sunset instead. He didn't rush us, and is a very easygoing person. He's also a really good driver so you can rest assured. We highly recommend him for your Guilin and Zhangjiajie tours!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $110 to $499
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by happychinatours, who run 442 experiences we rank across 12 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.4.
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Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman cost?
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Prices start at $110 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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 16 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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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Around 6 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman 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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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Included: Round-trip private transfer; In-vehicle air conditioning; The charge of the Fisherman; The other option plus tour with the tickets before the sunset; and The Private car & private guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 969 listed pickup locations in and around Guilin. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and 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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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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 Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Guilin. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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Across 16 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman?
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There are 8 options to choose from, including Longji Day Tour & Sunset, Departure from Guilin Hotel, Sunrise & Sunset from Yangshuo, Sunrise & Sunset from Guilin. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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