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Guilin: Drifting Through a Living Chinese Brush Painting
Where Emerald Rivers Wind Between Mystical Karst Peaks.
For centuries, poets and painters have hailed Guilin as the "most beautiful landscape under heaven." At Asia China Tour, we bring this ancient masterpiece to life for you. Our private Guilin tours take you beyond the postcards, immersing you in a world of limestone spires, verdant rice paddies, and the rhythmic flow of the timeless Li River.
Why Explore Guilin and Yangshuo With Us?
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The Ultimate Li River Cruise: Don't just see the river—experience it in style. We arrange premium cruises or intimate bamboo raft journeys from Guilin to Yangshuo, ensuring you have the best vantage point for the "20 Yuan Note" scenery without the crowds.
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The Wonders of Longji: Journey into the clouds to witness the Longji Rice Terraces. Our private guides lead you through these "Dragon’s Backbone" fields to meet local ethnic minority villagers and discover the ancient farming traditions that shaped the mountains.
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Yangshuo’s Rural Charm: From cycling through the Ten-Mile Gallery to watching the spectacular Impression Sanjie Liu light show on the natural theater of the river, we curate the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cultural relaxation.
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Seamless, Stress-Free Travel: Navigating rural Guangxi can be tricky. With our private vehicle and dedicated local guide, you’ll skip the bus schedules and enjoy a door-to-door service that adapts to your family’s pace.
Find your inner peace in the heart of China’s countryside. Explore our 2026 Guilin Tour packages below and let the mountains tell you their secrets.
We loved watching playful pandas in Chengdu and taking a serene bamboo raft ride down the stunning Li River surrounded b... Kieran - Australia
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Up-Close Giant Panda Encounters: Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to watch playful giant pandas and rare red pandas in their natural, lush surroundings.
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Marvel at the Leshan Giant Buddha: Stand in awe before the world's largest stone carved sitting Buddha, carved directly into the cliffside along the confluence of three rivers.
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Picturesque Li River Cruise: Embark on a scenic boat ride along the crystal-clear Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo, passing world-famous karst landscape scenes depicted on Chinese currency.
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Yangshuo Countryside & Local Life: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Yangshuo with leisurely countryside walks or bike rides past rice paddies, bamboo groves, and ancient villages.
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Spectacular Longji Rice Terraces: Discover the engineering wonder of the "Dragon's Backbone" terraces and interact with local ethnic minority communities like the Yao and Zhuang people.
We were totally soaked in the breathtaking scenery along Li River Cruise and have a nice night at Yangshuo West Street.... Angela - USA Li River Cruise - West Street and Reed Flute Cave...-
Li River Luxury Cruise: Drift through a living Chinese landscape painting on a 4-hour cruise, witnessing the iconic karst formations that inspired the 20 RMB note.
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Yangshuo Countryside Exploration: Escape the crowds with a guided biking or hiking tour along the Yulong River, passing through ancient villages and lush rice paddies.
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Elephant Trunk Hill: Visit the symbolic landmark of Guilin, where nature has sculpted a majestic elephant sipping from the Taohua River.
In the short four days, our tour guide took us not only to cruise along Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo but also photog... Ada - Colombia Guilin - Yangshuo...-
Longji Rice Terraces: Marvel at the "Dragon's Backbone," a masterpiece of ancient agricultural engineering and ethnic Yao culture.
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Li River Cruise: Enjoy a relaxing 4-hour cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, passing the most spectacular karst peaks and fishing villages.
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Yangshuo Countryside: Explore the idyllic "Little Li River" (Yulong River) by bamboo raft and soak in the pastoral beauty of the limestone valley.
Thanks to our tour guide, we have enjoyed our days in Guangxi, like visiting Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, cooking th... Jessie - UK Guilin - Sanjiang(Liuzhou) - Longsheng...-
Li River Cruise: Sail through the "world's largest natural art gallery" and witness the breathtaking karst peaks.
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Longsheng Rice Terraces: Hike through the Jinkeng area to see the spectacular cascading fields and meet the Red Yao ethnic minority.
After the scenic cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, our professional tour guide took us to trek through the ancient Guihua ... Jean - UK Guilin - Longsheng - Yangshuo - Guilin...-
Longsheng's "Dragon's Backbone": Witness the magnificent terraced fields and immerse yourself in the unique culture of the Yao and Zhuang ethnic minorities.
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Li River Luxury Cruise: Drift through the "Gallery of Paintings" from Guilin to Yangshuo, featuring the world-famous scenery printed on the 20 RMB note at Xingping.
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Yangshuo Countryside: Cycle through lush emerald paddies, explore the Moon Hill, and experience the vibrant West Street atmosphere.
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Authentic Ancient Charm: Spend quality time in Xingping Ancient Town, capturing the timeless essence of a traditional fishing village.
With our tour guide help, we have made the most of our time in Guangxi to take many stunning shots of Li River, Yulong R... Bonnie - Germany Guilin - Longsheng - Yangshuo...-
Sunrise at Longji: Capture the "Dragon's Backbone" terraces as the morning light hits the flooded paddies or golden harvests.
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Li River & Yulong River: Explore the most photogenic bends of the river by private boat and bamboo raft.
In the our short stay in China, we have visited the ancient and modern capital cities of the country - Beijing and Xi'an... Ella - Canada Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Shanghai...- Feel the Pulse of Vibrant Beijing: Historical grand palaces and centuries-old hutong alleys meet lively modern avenues in China's storied capital. Exploring world-renowned landmarks like the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square delivers an unforgettable immersion into the bustling energy of Chinese urban life.
- Stand Before Xi'an's Terracotta Army: Silent rows of life-sized earthenware soldiers, horses, and chariots guard the mausoleum of China's first emperor. Marveling at these individually crafted clay figures provides a chilling and awe-inspiring connection to over two millennia of imperial history.
- Cruise Guilin's Picturesque Li River: Drifting down the winding Li River unveils world-famous karst peak reflections, emerald bamboo groves, and peaceful fishermen. Taking this scenic boat journey through Yangshuo's classic countryside feels like stepping directly into a living traditional watercolor painting.
- Admire Shanghai's Futuristic Skyline: Towering supertall skyscrapers rise dramatically along the Huangpu River opposite the classic European architecture of the Bund. Strolling along the bustling waterfront promenades reveals the high-tech energy, commercial luxury, and non-stop momentum of China's premier metropolis.
The whole tour went smoothly. We were so satisfied with all the arrangements from tour guides to daily visit, food and h... Vicky - USA Beijing - Xian - Chengdu - Guilin - Shanghai...-
The Ultimate Golden Triangle Plus: A perfectly paced 12-day journey covering China's top three iconic cities, plus the natural wonders of Guilin and the panda sanctuaries of Chengdu.
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Feats of History & Wildlife: Stand before Beijing's Great Wall, marvel at Xi'an's Terracotta Army, and get up close with giant pandas at Chengdu's premier breeding base.
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Karst Landscape Cruise: Escape into a living Chinese watercolor painting with a premium, relaxing cruise down Guilin's legendary Li River to Yangshuo.
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