
Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat
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Is Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat worth booking?
Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat is a 7-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $50 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (20)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Visit highlights of Yangshuo including Xianggong Mountain, West street, and a bamboo boat ride on Yulong River with this private Yangshuo day tour. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin or Yangshuo hotel
What you get
- Private air-condition vehicle
- The Xianggong hill ticket
- The bamboo boat ticket, but you pay one EXTRA ticket if two people more than 160KG
- Private English-speaking guide
About this experience
Visit highlights of Yangshuo including Xianggong Mountain, West street, and a bamboo boat ride on Yulong River with this private Yangshuo day tour. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin or Yangshuo hotel, or from Guilin airport or train station. P.S: The bamboo boat can take 2 people and each boat for 160KG. If more than 160KG, you need to buy one extra bamboo boat ticket by yourself due to the tour package just included one bamboo boat ticket.
What's included
Included
- Private air-condition vehicle
- The Xianggong hill ticket
- The bamboo boat ticket, but you pay one EXTRA ticket if two people more than 160KG
- Private English-speaking guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Yulong River
Yulong River, famed as little Li River, is the biggest branch of Li River in Yangshuo county. Apart from the incredible landscape that rivals Li River, Yulong River especially owns a more peaceful and vivid scenery with ancient villages and bridges along with daily life scenes of local people. Our guide & driver will meet you at the Yangshuo/Guilin hotel at 9am & driving to the Yulong river. From Yangshuo hotel, we need 20-30 minutes driving. From Guilin hotel, we need 90 minutes driving.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Yulong Bridge
Yulong Bridge was built in Yongle Period Ming Dynasty. It is a stone bridge with a length of 36 meters, a width of 4.2 meters and a height of 9 meters. Expressing a magnificent feeling, Yulong Bridge is in a simple style but featured minority characters. Yulong Bridge is located in the Yulong River Scenic Area. Without any man-made attractions, this area is the largest natural landscape garden. Yulong River is one of the international natural heritages popular with people from all over the world.
Pass by without stopping
Xianggong Mountain
Xianggong Mountain is located on the west bank of Li River between Huangbu Shoal and Nine-Horse Mural Hill. An ascent of the hill is rewarded with a bird's eye view of the Li River winding through countless peaks. A good number of photographers are attracted to Xianggong Mountain by its light and shadow, a sea of clouds, and amazing morning glow at sunrise. One photographer from Guilin has won a bronze medal at the 10th international Photography Exhibition for his photographic works created here.
40 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
Departure from Yangshuo Hotel
Duration: 5 hours Departure from Yangshuo Hotel: You will be picked up and dropped off at your Yangshuo hotel. About take the boat age: The people can NOT take the boat if less than 5 years old or more than 70 years old. Pickup included
Departure from Guilin Hotel
Duration: 8 hours Departure from Guilin Hotel: You will be picked up from Guilin hotel and dropped off at your Guilin/Yangshuo hotel. About take the boat age: The people can NOT take the boat if less than 5 years old or more than 70 years old. 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
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The Infant can NOT take the bamboo boat, the child must be above 5 years old then can take bamboo boat.
- The bamboo boat can take 2 people and each boat for 160KG. If more than 160KG, you need to buy one extra bamboo boat ticket by yourself due to the tour package just included one bamboo boat ticket.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $257
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat take?
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Plan for about 7 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 of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 20 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 of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat?
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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 of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat?
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Around 7 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat 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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