Li River Cruise: Half-Day Highlights from Guilin

This half-day tour focuses on the most famous section of the Li River, the one that appears on the back of the 20-yuan note. You'll be picked up from your Guilin hotel and driven to Zhujiang Pier for a 4-hour cruise to Yangshuo, passing dramatic karst peaks, bamboo groves, and water buffalo along the way. It's the perfect introduction to Guilin's signature landscape, and you'll finish in Yangshuo with time to explore on your own or return to Guilin by car.

Sample itinerary

• 08:00 Hotel pickup in Guilin
• 09:00 Arrive at Zhujiang Pier, board the cruise
• 09:30–13:30 Li River cruise to Yangshuo
• 13:30 Arrive in Yangshuo, tour ends (optional return transfer to Guilin available)

Good to know

The cruise is approximately 4 hours. Please note that the pier may change depending on water levels; we will confirm the exact pier the day before. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and your camera. A simple lunch box can be pre-ordered on board. Return transfer to Guilin is available at an extra cost.

Highlights

• Cruise the classic Li River stretch from Zhujiang Pier to Yangshuo
• Admire the iconic karst peaks and reflections of Nine Horse Hill and Yellow Cloth Shoal
• Enjoy a private, air-conditioned vehicle transfer from your Guilin hotel to the pier
• Small-group experience with an English-speaking guide on board

What’s included

• English-speaking guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Li River cruise ticket (4-hour cruise)
• Bottled water
• Travel insurance

What’s not included

• Personal expenses and gratuities (tips)
• Meals arranged on your own outside the itinerary
• Optional activities and attractions not listed in the itinerary
• Compensation for damage or loss caused by personal reasons

Pickup & meeting point

Hotel pickup in Guilin city area.