Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise
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Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise is a 3-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $60 per person. It scores 47 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.
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- 47 / 100
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- Duration
- 3 hours
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- $60 per person
Get a comprehensive tour of Guilin from the water on this private illuminated night tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise. After a convenient hotel pickup, start your adventure from the Elephant Trunk Hill before se
What you get
- Ticket for river cruise
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Travel by private vehicle
About this experience
Get a comprehensive tour of Guilin from the water on this private illuminated night tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise. After a convenient hotel pickup, start your adventure from the Elephant Trunk Hill before set off on a nighttime river cruise. Travel along Two Rivers and Four Lakes which offers visual feast of more than 10 prestigious hills, many famed scenic spots, three main landscape areas and four expo parks. Catch picturesque views of landmarks and be sure to bring your camera for photo ops from waterborne vantage points. Learn about the city's history and culture from your personal tour guide. Suitable for families and groups with small children, this tour is an easy option for those who want to see Guilin's sights without extensive walking. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private vehicle, entrance fee, cruise ticket and door to door transfer.
What's included
Included
- Ticket for river cruise
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Travel by private vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Elephant Trunk Hill (Xiangbishan)
Begin your tour by meeting your guide in the lobby of your central Guilin hotel. From there, you will head to Elephant Trunk Hill. Elephant Trunk Hill is the landmark of Guilin. It has been a famous tourism destination since the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907). The hill looks like a giant elephant drinking water from the river.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Xiangbi Moutain Puxian Tower
Enjoy a vigorous walk to the top, visit the the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) Puxian Tower which was built to worship Samantabahdra. Get to learn its history from your tour guide, then enjoy the panoramic views of the city, Li River and surrounding scenery.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Then, move on to Wenchang Bridge Pier, get ready to board the popular sightseeing boat. During this 80-minutes relaxing night cruise, immense yourself in the breath-taking view along the Li River when it’s illuminated at night which include the city’s most splendid old and new architecture.
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Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Resort
As one of Guilin's calling cards, the Two Rivers and Four Lakes project, connects the city's Taohua and Lijiang Rivers in the east to four inland lakes - Ronghu and Shanhu Lakes in the south, Guihu Lake in the east and Mulonghu Lake in the north. The water tour of Guilin started from the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and flourished in Song Dynasty (960-1279). At which time, the city had an advanced water system of lakes and ponds where one could make a full view of Guilin's scenic spots by taking a boat.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Fubo Hill
The cruise will bypass both east and west wide of the Li River, allow you to fully appreciate some of the most fantastic visual feast of more than 10 prestigious hills such as the Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Folded Brocade Hill, Seven Star Mountain and Yaoshan Mountain. The journey also contains famed scenic spots including the Sun and Moon pagodas at Shanhu Lake, Hongqiao Dam, Zhuzi Archway and Single Foot Pavilion. You could also see the three main landscape areas—the Chinese Classical Garden in Ronghu and Shanhu Lakes, the ecological park of Guihu Lake and the cultural and historical park in Song Dynasty in Mulonghu Lake. There are four expo parks on the world's famous bridges, renowned flowers and trees, pavilions and sculptures.
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Get your camera ready for great shots. Your tour guide will help in get a great overview of the sites, life and sounds the city has to offer. After the tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $198
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
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Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 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 Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise?
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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 Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Guilin Illuminated Night Tour with Two Rivers and Four Lakes Cruise 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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