
Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour
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Is Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour worth booking?
Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour is a 9-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $99 per person. It scores 50 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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- 50 / 100
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- Duration
- 9 hours
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- $99 per person
Explore the Two Most Breathtaking Places in Guilin & Yangshuo Li River Cruise (Guilin to Yangshuo) – Marvel at the stunning karst peaks stretching over 100 miles along the serene river. Bamboo Rafting on the Yulong Riv
What you get
- 3 star Boat tickets with lunch box
- Private transportation with driver-guide services
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Explore the Two Most Breathtaking Places in Guilin & Yangshuo Li River Cruise (Guilin to Yangshuo) – Marvel at the stunning karst peaks stretching over 100 miles along the serene river. Bamboo Rafting on the Yulong River – Relax on a traditional raft and soak in the peaceful rural life of the locals. Your Private Day Tour Includes: ✔ A private driver-guide for personalized escort throughout the day. ✔ Hassle-free, door-to-door transportation to the port and back from Guilin ✔ Unforgettable views of Guilin’s iconic hills extending endlessly into the horizon.
What's included
Included
- 3 star Boat tickets with lunch box
- Private transportation with driver-guide services
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Yulong River bamboo rafting
What you'll see and do
Li River
Li River is major tourist attraction 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, you will feast your eyes with seemingly never-ending karst mountains and rivers. You can walk up to the top deck and see dreamy scenery of winding Li River for about 3 hours. If you prefer, you may stay at your seat and enjoy the relaxing journey. As your cruise boat sailing through hundreds of thousands Karst towering peaks. You will arrive at Yangshuo at about 1:30 pm and then enjoy your free time to explore Yangshuo center, the west street for about 1 hour.
240 minutes here · Admission not included
Yangshuo County
Yangshuo boasts some of China's most gorgeous scenery, You will visit famous West Street on your own where you can see old-style buildings with gray bricks and tiles that have been turned into souvenir shops, bars, and coffee shops...etc. Yangshuo counrtyside tour, the driver guide will take you to one of the most beautiful places in Yangshuo, where you can see gorgeous limestone pinnacles, small old villages, rice paddies, Yulong river, etc. Then visit Jiuxian old village to experience the locals’ daily life and culture, there are some old style buildings which has experienced much wind and rain, is still well preserved, revealing the resplendence of past days.
120 minutes here
Yulong River
Yulong river flows through the heart of Yangshuo and acting as a natural border between the bustling urban area and the serene countryside. Its waters, once clear and teeming with life, have seen better days. And the popular activity in this yulong river is taking bamboo boat down on the river to enjoy the idyllic life as well as the beauty of the nature. If you want to do the rafting you can buy the tickets on your own.
60 minutes here
Guilin
After a beautiful day tour in Yangshuo, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin or Yangshuo for 1.5 hours. Or you can choose the optional tour, watch Sanjie Liu Light Show in Yangshuo in the evening.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Guilin
The driver or guide that will pick up travelers is holding a board with the lead traveler's name.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 2 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The driver or guide that will pick up travelers is holding a board with the lead traveler'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
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $99 to $199
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Guilin Private Tours, who run 19 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.
See everything Guilin Private Tours runsWhy this scores 50
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Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $99 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 Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 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 Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour?
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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 Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour?
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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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Scenery to Serene Waters Li River and Bamboo Raft Day Tour 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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