Private Tour · Chengdu

Guilin Karst Hiking & Photography

Longji Rice Terraces · Li River Hike · Yulong River · Xianggong Mountain Sunrise

4 Days 3 NightsGuilin920 – 1,320 USD

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3Nights

1Destinations

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NatureHikingPhotographyKarst

Overview

Trip Overview

Four days deep into Guilin's karst heartland: hike the Longji Rice Terraces for sunrise and cloud seas, walk the Li River from Yangdi to Xingping, cycle the Yulong River, and wait for sunrise at Xianggong Hill. For walkers and photographers who want to measure the karst on foot.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Longji Rice Terraces: Jinkeng or Ping'an Village Hike & Sunrise
✓Li River Classic Hike: Yangdi to Xingping
✓Xianggong Mountain: Sunrise Over the First Bend of the Li River
✓Yulong River Bamboo Raft & Countryside Cycling
✓Xingping Laozhai Hill or Damianshan Viewpoint
✓Professional Photography Guide: Location Scouting & Lighting Advice
✓Stay in a Terraced Field or Yangshuo View Hotel

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAY桂林-龙脊

Arrive in Guilin · Transfer to Longji Rice Terraces

BreakfastNot included · Not included on arrival day

MorningAfter pickup at Guilin station, drive to the Longji Rice Terraces Scenic Area (approx. 2.5 hours), enjoying views of Yao villages and mountains along the way.

LunchIncluded · Longji farmhouse dishes · Includes bamboo-tube rice

AfternoonArrive at Ping'an Village or Jinkeng Dazhai, hike the terraced field viewing trails, and photograph spots such as Seven Stars with the Moon and Nine Dragons and Five Tigers.

DinnerIncluded · In the guesthouse · Yao-style flavor

EveningCheck in at a terraced-field-view guesthouse, taste bamboo-tube rice and Yao-style dishes; if the weather is good, shoot the starry sky.

TransportPrivate car + hikingStayLongji Rice Terraces View Guesthouse

2DAY龙脊-桂林

Terraced Field Sunrise · Return to Guilin

BreakfastIncluded · In the guesthouse

MorningGet up early to photograph the terraced field sunrise and sea of clouds, then hike the Jinkeng or Ping'an Village loop and visit Yao villages.

LunchIncluded · Longji farmhouse dishes

AfternoonAfter lunch, drive back to downtown Guilin and check in at the hotel; in the evening, you can stroll around Shan Lake and Rong Lake.

DinnerNot included · Self-arranged in the city

EveningFree time; recommended: the Two Rivers and Four Lakes night view or snacks at Dongxi Alley.

TransportPrivate car + hikingStay4-star hotel in downtown Guilin

3DAY桂林-阳朔

Li River Hike · Xingping Sunset

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel

MorningDrive to Yangdi and begin the classic Li River hike (Yangdi–Langshi–Lengshui–Xingping, about 15 km; choose sections based on your stamina).

LunchIncluded · Trail lunch/farmhouse dishes · Light meal

AfternoonAlong the way, photograph Nine Horses Mural Hill and Yellow Cloth Reflection, arrive at Xingping Ancient Town, and climb Laozhai Hill to see the sunset over the first bend of the Li River.

DinnerIncluded · Yangshuo restaurant · Includes beer fish

EveningStay in Xingping or Yangshuo hotel, and taste beer fish for dinner.

TransportPrivate car + hikingStay4-star hotel in Xingping or Yangshuo

4DAY阳朔-桂林

Xianggong Mountain Sunrise · Return via Yulong River

BreakfastIncluded · At the hotel · Or packed breakfast

MorningIn the early morning, go to Xianggong Mountain to photograph the sunrise and morning mist over the first bend of the Li River; then return to the hotel for breakfast.

LunchIncluded · Yangshuo farmhouse cuisine

AfternoonTake a Yulong River bamboo raft or cycle the Ten-Mile Gallery; after lunch, return to Guilin for station drop-off.

DinnerNot included · Not included on the return day

EveningAccording to your return time, transfer to the airport/station. End of the tour.

TransportPrivate car + bamboo raft/bicycleStayNone (return day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Longji	Longji Rice Terraces Viewing Guesthouse	Characteristic guesthouse	Viewing Twin Room	1 night
Guilin	4-star hotel in Guilin city center	4-star	Standard Twin Room	1 night
Yangshuo	4-star hotel in Xingping or Yangshuo	4-star	Standard Twin Room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Longji Rice Terraces

Terraced fields and Yao villages layer upon layer, a top spot for photographing sunrise and sea of clouds.

Li River

The Yangdi to Xingping section is a classic route for hiking and photography.

Xianggong Mountain

A sunrise viewpoint overlooking the first bend of the Li River, a must-visit for photographers.

Yulong River

A pastoral river in Yangshuo, suitable for both bamboo rafting and cycling.

Xingping Ancient Town

An ancient town by the Li River; Laozhai Mountain offers views of the river bend at sunset.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Photography guide upgrade	Guilin	A professional landscape photographer selects locations and provides instruction throughout	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance booking required
Xianggong Mountain sunrise private car	Yangshuo	Early morning private car round trip to the Xianggong Mountain viewing platform	CNY	Price negotiable	Includes entrance ticket
Longji cable car/private car	Longsheng	Jinkeng Dazhai cable car or private car transfer	CNY	Price negotiable	Saves energy

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

3 nights' accommodation (including breakfast, including Longji viewing guesthouse)
Air-conditioned tour vehicle throughout and station transfers
Tickets for Longji Rice Terraces, Xianggong Mountain, etc.
Lijiang River hiking guide service
Yulong River bamboo rafting or cycling
Meals specified in the itinerary (3 breakfasts and 4 main meals)

Not Included

Round-trip transportation to and from Guilin
Personal travel insurance
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks outside hiking trail meals
Single room supplement
Guide gratuities
Optional activities not included in the itinerary
Additional expenses caused by force majeure

Notes

Good to Know

This route includes hiking; a certain level of physical fitness is recommended.
Sunrise and sunset viewing spots are subject to weather conditions; the desired views are not guaranteed.
Accommodation in Longji Rice Terraces is in high demand during peak season; early booking is required.

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