Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike
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Is Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike worth booking?
Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike is a 8-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $49 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $49 per person
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Chinese minority cultures on this private 1-day tour. Your personal guide will share insights into th
What you get
- Private Transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking private driver-guide
About this experience
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Chinese minority cultures on this private 1-day tour. Your personal guide will share insights into the customs of the Yao and Zhuang people as you explore Huangluo Village, famed for its "Long Hair" tradition. Then, trek through Ping’an Village to witness the most spectacular rice-terrace vistas, resembling a dragon’s scales. Enjoy a delicious local lunch featuring bamboo rice, smoked pork, and rice wine, before relaxing with private door-to-door transfers back to your Guilin hotel. Highlights: • Discover the sculpted landscapes of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces • Learn about Yao and Zhuang culture from your private guide • Feast on authentic local dishes in Ping’an village • Relax with hassle-free private transfers from your hotel
What's included
Included
- Private Transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking private driver-guide
Not included
- Entrance fees of Longji Rice Terraces
- Lunch and personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Guilin
Your driver-guide will pick you up at 8:30am (or your preferred time) from Guilin Airport, Railway Station, your hotel in Yangshuo/central Guilin, or any designated location. The drive takes about 2 hours from Guilin city to Ping'an, or just over 1 hour from Yangshuo.
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Your day begins with a scenic drive from Guilin to the Longji Rice Terraces area, where your private guide will introduce you to the fascinating traditions of the Yao and Zhuang ethnic groups. Your first stop is Huangluo Village, famously known as the "Long Hair Village" due to the unique hair-care customs of the local Yao women. Here, you’ll gain insight into their daily lives and traditional practices, which have been preserved for generations. The village’s serene atmosphere and cultural richness make it a captivating introduction to the region’s heritage. You can purchase tickets for Longji Rice Terraces when you arrive at the Longji parking lot.
60 minutes here
Longji Rice Terraces
After exploring Huangluo Village, you will continue to Ping'an Village in the heart of the breathtaking Longji Rice Terraces. Begin with a self-paid lunch of local specialties such as fragrant bamboo rice, smoked pork, and sweet rice wine in the village. Then, follow your guide from the Ping'an parking lot up steep stone stairs through the village, observing the Zhuang people's daily life and traditional wooden architecture along the way. Your first stop is Viewing Platform No. 2, where you'll see the iconic "Seven Stars with the Moon" terrace formation. Next, take a moderate hike along peaceful trails past bamboo groves and terraced fields to Viewing Platform No. 1 for a spectacular panoramic view of the terraces - a magnificent landscape shaped by centuries of farming that appears especially dramatic during planting and harvest seasons.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Guilin
After a wonderful day exploring the majestic Longji Rice Terraces, encountering local ethnic communities, and completing your scenic hike, you'll be transferred back to your Guilin hotel (approximately a 2-hour drive). Relax or take a nap during the journey, arriving around 6:00 pm with lasting impressions of rural China's breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Pickup from Guilin
Pickup included
Pickup from Yangshuo
Yangshuo Departure: Pickup from Yangshuo/Xingping 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
- springtraveler
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Choose Bruce Lee
Our guide Bruce Lee was perfect! He was very funny, good English speaker and professional driver and he made our tour a very special day! Thank you
via Tripadvisor
Bruce Lee the Wife
We booked a tour of the rice fields of Longji and our driver, Brucee Lee accompanied us on this beautiful adventure. Attentive, punctual and excellent driver. We were happy to be able to spend this day with him and would highly recommend it. Should we return to Guilin it will undoubtedly be our choice.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $183
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike 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 Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike?
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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 Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike?
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Around 1 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 Private Day Tour: Longji Terraces Cultural Villages and Hike 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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