
Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour
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Is Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour worth booking?
Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour is a 10-hour experience in Guilin, China, from $60 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $60 per person
This day trips are the most popular day trips with our customers. it covered the most classical sights and places in Li River and Longsheng.You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo/Guilin train sta
What you get
- 1. The private car.
- 2. The private English speaking guide.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
This day trips are the most popular day trips with our customers. it covered the most classical sights and places in Li River and Longsheng.You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo/Guilin train station/airport. Highlights: 1. Cover two top end activities at Guilin area during one day. 2. Can drop off at the Guilin hotel or Yangshuo hotel or Guilin train station/airport. Note: If pick up you at Guilin hotel then the Li-River cruise will be at Caoping area, because more close to Guilin center. If pick up you at Yangshuo hotel then the Li-River cruise will be at Xingping area, because more close to Yangshuo center.
What's included
Included
- 1. The private car.
- 2. The private English speaking guide.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Li-River boat ticket: 115RMB per person, each boat for 4 people
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Li River
Guilin is being unbelivable beautiful thanks to its unique Karst landforms. Interestingly when talking about visiting Guilin, most people are refering to visiting the neighbored areas around Guilin, instead of Guilin city itself. It mainly includes Yangshuo, Longsheng, has been part of it in recent years. Itinerary: 7:30--8:30: Guilin hotel pick up and transfer to the caoping river pier.(Yangshuo area will be transfer to the Xingping river pier). 8:30--9:30: Enjoy the short Li-River cruise boat tour with the small boat. 9:30--11:30: Transfer to the Longji rice terraces. 11:30--15:30: Visit the Ping'an or Dazhai terraces area and can have a lunch there. 15:30--17:30: Back to the hotel or airport or train station. Note: The child less than 7 years old or 1.2M can NOT take this small boat. The Senior people more than 70 years old can NOT take this small boat.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Longji Rice Terraces
After the Li-river small baot and we will transfer to the Longji Ping'an village and need 2hrs driving. During the Longji tour, we will visit the Long hair village and Ping'an village and terraces here and we can have a lunch at Ping'an village.
120 minutes here · Admission not 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
Our guide will meet you at 7:30am of your Yangshuo hotel then do the short LI-River cruise from Xingping with the small boat then head to the Longji terraces. Pickup included
Departure from Guilin Hotel
Our guide will meet you at 7:30am of your Guilin hotel then do the short LI-River cruise from Caoping area with the small boat then head to the Longji terraces. 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $314
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guilin.
How much does Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour 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 Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private 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 Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private Day Tour?
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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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Short Li-River cruise and Longji Rice Terraces Private 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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