Recommended Guilin Four-Day Tour Reasons
This four-day tour focuses on the picturesque Li River landscape, connecting classic and hidden gems like Elephant Trunk Hill, Longji Rice Terraces, Yangshuo West Street, and Silver Cave. This all-inclusive tour includes a bamboo raft ride on the Li River and a complimentary "Impression Liu Sanjie" performance. With direct high-speed rail access, private car transfers, and four-star accommodations, visitors from Taiwan and Singapore can easily experience Guilin's stunning scenery. This Guilin tour includes all food, accommodation, and transportation, making it a top choice for Guilin.
Guilin Four-Day Tour Highlights
- Li River bamboo rafting and Xingping Ancient Town, all framed by a 20 RMB ticket, offer a picturesque backdrop of mountain and water reflections.
- Watch the sunrise from Ping'an Zhuang Village at Longji Rice Terraces, where the Thousand-Layered Ladder to Heaven is shrouded in mist and breathtaking scenery.
- Enjoy the romantic nightlife of Yangshuo West Street and the spectacular "Impression Liu Sanjie" performance.
- Explore the crystal world of Silver Cave, where shimmering stalactites create a subterranean experience.
- Enjoy four-star accommodations throughout the trip, no shopping required, and pure play, truly giving back time to the scenery.
Guilin Four-Day Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Pick-up - Elephant Trunk Hill - Rongshan Lake Night View
Upon arrival at the Guilin High-Speed Railway Station or airport, you'll be met by a private car to begin your four-day Guilin tour. Your first stop will be Elephant Trunk Hill, the emblem of Guilin, where you'll take photos and capture the breathtaking spectacle of the moon floating above and beneath the water. Then, stroll along Rongshan Lake to marvel at the romantic nightscape of the illuminated Sun and Moon Towers and the water curtain of the Ancient South Gate. Stay at a four-star hotel in the city center, within walking distance of Guilin rice noodles and beer-beer fish, marking the beginning of your Guilin travel guide.
Day 2: Li River Bamboo Raft - Xingping Ancient Town - Yangshuo West Street
After breakfast, take an eco-friendly vehicle to Xingping Wharf. Then, board a four-star bamboo raft and sail down the Li River. Take in the stunning reflections of the peaks on both sides, Huangbu Beach, and the Nine Horses Painting Mountain. This 20-yuan RMB gift offers a perfect backdrop for your photoshoot. Climb the bluestone streets of Xingping Ancient Town, savor pine flower candy, and admire the ancient opera stage. Arrive in Yangshuo in the evening and check into a hotel along West Street. As night falls and the lights come on, enjoy folk music at a West Street tavern. You can also watch Zhang Yimou's "Impression Liu Sanjie" at your own expense. The breathtaking landscape performance instantly elevates Guilin's attractions to their full potential.
Day 3: Silver Cave – A Utopia – Longji Rice Terraces
After breakfast, we'll travel to Silver Cave, a world-renowned karst cave wonder. We'll pass through snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls, and the Musical Stone Screen, immersing ourselves in the wonders of nature. We'll then reach the idyllic paradise described by Tao Yuanming. We'll take a boat along Yanzi Lake to a Dong village, where we'll witness pastoral songs and singing in the embroidered pavilions. In the afternoon, we'll drive 2.5 hours to Longji Rice Terraces, where we'll stay in a traditional stilt house in Ping'an Zhuang Village. Opening the window, we'll gaze upon the Thousand-Layered Stairway to Heaven. The setting sun paints the terraces like chains, capturing the magnificent beauty of Guilin, Guangxi.
Day 4: Sunrise Viewing of the Terraces - Changfa Village - Transfer to the Station
In the morning, ascend the Seven Stars and Moon Observation Deck to witness the sunrise over the Longji Rice Terraces. Golden light casts a shadow over the layers of paddy fields, resembling a palette of colors. On the way down, visit Changfa Village, a Huangluo Yao village, to listen to folk songs sung by Yao women, enjoy the long-hair dance, and taste oil-tea. After lunch, return to Guilin. Enjoy free shopping for souvenirs like osmanthus cakes and Sanhua wine in the city. Transfer to the high-speed rail station or airport, concluding your delightful four-day Guilin tour, leaving you filled with beautiful sights and memories.
Guilin Four-Day Tour Q&A
A: The itinerary has optimized driving and walking time. The bamboo rafting on the Li River is safe and stable, and you can take the cable car to the terraces at your own expense. Four-star hotels are comfortable throughout the trip, making it a perfect family trip.
A:You can fly directly from Taipei/Kaohsiung to Guilin Liangjiang Airport, which takes about 2.5 hours, or transfer via the Xiamen/Shenzhen high-speed rail. Upon arrival, you'll be met by a dedicated car, allowing you to start your Guilin adventure with zero waiting.
A: This itinerary promises pure play, zero shopping, and leaves time for Guilin's attractions. We visit the Li River, rice terraces, caves, and performances all at once. With a 98% positive rating, this Guilin tour is well-deserved.
