Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave
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Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave is a 10.5-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $89 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 10.5 hours
- From
- $89 per person
During your hasty tour schedule in Guilin China, we select carefully this tour to meet your requirement. Enjoy this full day tour with us and you will have lifetime experience. Explore the most picturesque places in Gui
What you get
- Private transportation with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Entry fees of Reed Flute Cave or Silver Cave
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Li river boat tickets 3 star boat
About this experience
During your hasty tour schedule in Guilin China, we select carefully this tour to meet your requirement. Enjoy this full day tour with us and you will have lifetime experience. Explore the most picturesque places in Guilin, include Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, and the Reed Flute Cave reputed as one of the most beautiful caves in China. Relax with private door-to-door transportation to the port and from Yangshuo
What's included
Included
- Private transportation with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Entry fees of Reed Flute Cave or Silver Cave
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Li river boat tickets 3 star boat
Not included
- If pickup from Yangshuo hotel, extra USD 40 for the private transfer.
- Personal expenses and optional tours
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Li River
Li River At 8:00 AM, the driver guide picks you up at the lobby of Guilin hotel and drive to the dock where you will embark, the driver guide will collect boat tickets for you. 9:30am - 1:20pm The cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo for about 4 hours, Visitors are amazed at the seemingly never-ending unique karst hills and rivers that stretch for as far as the eye can see. You can walk up to the top deck and see dreamy scenery of winding Li River for about 3.5 hours. If you prefer, you may stay at your seat and enjoy the relaxing journey. Your journey ends in Yangshuo at about 1:30 pm and then enjoy your free time to explore Yangshuo center, the west street for about 1 hour. Note: You will be on the boat independently during the cruise. Your driver-guide will meet you at the Yangshuo dock upon arrival.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Yangshuo County
West Street is located the center in Yangshuo, one of the oldest and beautiful town along the Li River. Built in 590 during the Sui Dynasty, this street became well-know since 1980’s due to many tourists took cruise and disembark there and found this very nice and tranquil place and it is regarded as the backpacker’s mecca, more and more young tourists come even stay for a while there. You still can see the old style building with various of shops, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, etc After the tour in Yangshuo West Street, we will drive to Guilin Reed Flute Cave or Yangshuo Silver Cave Notes: We only visit one cave, not two caves.
60 minutes here
Reed Flute Cave (Ludi Yan)
Reed Flute Cave is situated in the hillside of the Bright Hill of Northwest Guilin and near the Peach Blossom River, about 7 km to downtown. The cave gets its name from a kind of reed growing near the entrance to the cave makes fine flutes. It is 800 meters long and takes you about fifty minutes for exploring. The cave opened to public in 1962, it is most tourists' visit-cave in China even in the world and is described as "Art Palace of Nature" . Inside the cave are a large number of stalactites, stalagmites, stone pillars, stone curtains, and stone flowers, all glistening in colorful lights which create breathtaking splendor which are really feast of your eyes, they are given names according to what they look like. The Crystal Palace where illuminated stalagmites reflect in the caves natural lake is the most impressive sights of the cave. Or you can visit Silver Cave to replace to Reed Flute Cave.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Guilin
After exploring this beautiful cave, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin or Yangshuo.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Guilin
the driver guide will have a sign of the traveller's name
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
the driver guide will have a sign of the traveller's name
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
- Guilin Private Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 8+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $89 to $219
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave cost?
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Prices start at $89 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 Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave take?
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Plan for about 10.5 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 Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave?
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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 Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 8. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave?
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Around 0 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 10.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guilin to Yangshuo Day Tour Li River Cruise and Reed Flute Cave 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 Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver, 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour, Longji Rice Terraces with Minority Village Private Day Tour. 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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