Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill
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Is Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill worth booking?
Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill is a 8-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $78 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
- 8 hours
- From
- $78 per person
Cruise down the Li River to experience the timeless landscapes on a leisurely boat ride from Guilin to Yangshuo. With commentary from your private tour guide, admiring the stunning karst peaks, have lunch on board the bo
What you get
- Cruise Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Transport by private vehicle
About this experience
Cruise down the Li River to experience the timeless landscapes on a leisurely boat ride from Guilin to Yangshuo. With commentary from your private tour guide, admiring the stunning karst peaks, have lunch on board the boat, then disembark at a small village, explore village and continue to Yangshuo. Stroll around the West Street to shop for your souvenirs, discover the Silver Cave which is millions of years old and brilliantly illuminated with multicolored lights, admire the Moon Hill and stop for photos. Enjoy leisure time to drive pass-by or walk through the charming town. This private tour including entrance fee, lunch ,cruise ticket and door-to-door hotel transfers. You can choose to end your tour in Yangshuo or return Guilin.
What's included
Included
- Cruise Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Transport by private vehicle
- Entrance Fee
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Li River
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel's lobby at 8:00am and you will be transferred to Zhujiang Pier, where you will embark and start the boat cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo County. The Li River Cruise is considered as the highlight of any visit to Guilin.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Along the river, enjoy breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, crystal-clear water and picturesque pastoral countryside scenery. The river generally has three sections. Various attractions like peaks and villages along the river have interesting descriptive names, which calls for much of your imagination to see what it is like. Listening to tour guide's legendary stories about the attractions is a delightful experience when you are appreciating the landscapes. Most are mystical fairy and love stories. The cruise usually takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, depends on water condition.
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Xingping
Li River takes a big turn at Xingping and endowed with beautiful and poetic scenery. It has been reproduced in many Chinese landscape paintings. Even the newly-issued 20 RMB note has the scenery on its back. A photographer once said: 'Shots from any perspective for this place turn to be impressive and stunning'. You will enjoy a simple lunch on the boat.
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West Street
Arrive Yangshuo at 1:30 pm, stroll around West Street with your tour guide, explore various shops, craft-works shops, painting and calligraphy stores, backpack shops, cafes, your tour guide will help you to negotiate price if you want to purchase any souvenir.
30 minutes here
Silver Cave
Then, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, drive about 30 minutes to Silver Cave. (If you want to skip the Silver Cave, feel free to discuss with your tour guide on where you want to go in Yangshuo) Silver Cave fully shows the charm of the typical karst landform in south China. Numerous crystal stalactites extend from the roof of the cave like stars in a falling Milky Way. The majestic, other-worldly features make the cave an outstanding example in the world of karst landscape. Follow your tour guide, to explore 28 scenic spots inside the Silver Cave including 'The Three Wonders' and 'The Three Treasures'.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Moon Hill
Driving pass by Moon Hill, let your tour guide know if you want to stop to take photos along the way. Enjoy beautiful countryside sceneries along the way. After the tour, you can choose to end your tour in Yangshuo or return Guilin.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
3 Star Cruise-End Yangshuo
Pick up time: 8:00am in your Guilin hotel's lobby, 3 star cruise down from Guilin to Yangshuo, after the tour, end Yangshuo Pickup included
3 Star Cruise-End Guilin
Pick up time: 8:00am in your Guilin hotel's lobby, 3 star cruise down from Guilin to Yangshuo, return Yangshuo after tour Pickup included
4 Star Cruise+End Yangshuo
Pick up time: 8:00am in your Guilin hotel's lobby, 4 star cruise down from Guilin to Yangshuo, after tour, ends in Yangshuo Pickup included
4 Star Cruise+End Guilin
Pick up time: 8:00am in your Guilin hotel's lobby, 4 star cruise down from Guilin to Yangshuo, return Guilin after the tour 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
- Unique Beijing Tours
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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $78 to $1658
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- 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.
Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill cost?
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Prices start at $78 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 Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill 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 Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill?
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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 Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo: West Street, Silver Cave and Moon Hill 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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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.
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