Beijing, Guilin tour
From Beijing to Guilin by Overnight Train: Explore Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill, Li River Cruise, and Yangshuo in 4 Days.
Experience the essence of China on this 4-day private tour combining Beijing's departure by overnight train with Guilin's natural wonders. Your journey begins with an authentic train ride in a four-bed cabin, offering a glimpse into local travel. Upon arrival in Guilin, discover the illuminated Reed Flute Cave and historic Fubo Hill. Day three features a scenic Li River cruise to Yangshuo, where karst peaks and rural landscapes unfold. This itinerary balances cultural immersion with iconic sights, perfect for travelers seeking a unique, efficient route between two of China's most celebrated destinations.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Today you take the overnight train starting in the moning from Beijing to Guilin. Stay overnight on train ( four-bed cabin ). People in the four-bed cabin use the public washing room. Routine running of food cart selling bottled water, beer and snack, clean dining car and air-conditioned. Please be ready to have some daily necessities on hand like tooth paste, tooth brush, towel etc.

Arrival at Guilin at noon and you are met by our English speaking tour guide. First you have a la carte lunch with an a la carte menu at a nice local restaurant, where you could enjoy the authentic Chinese food.
Then start your afternoon tour with Reed Flute Cave - a huge karst cave with a great number of stalactites, stalagmites, rocks in all featuring shapes and sizes. Then visit Fubo Hill - standing solitarily in the northeast of the city and on west bank of Li River with half of the hill stretching into the river.
Then move on to Elephant Trunk Hill - the rock hill with an arched hole (known as the water-moon arch) named after its striking resemblance to an elephant sipping water. Stay overnight in Guilin.

Pick up from your hotel early the morning. Then drive about 1 hour to get to the Zhujiang Pier for a 4-hour's cruising on Li River - the highlight of sightseeing tour in Guilin with lunch aboard. You will enjoy the beautiful mountains, verdant fields, farms and villages with water buffalos, cows wondering around on both sides of the river bank.
Get off at the old town Yangshuo - famous for its spectacular views of hills and rivers with famous bar streets. Upon arival at Yangshuo, you are transferred to your hotel in Yangshuo. You will be escorted to explore the countryside of Yangshuo with the picturesque rural scenery. You are advised to savor your dinner at one of the cafes or restaurants in the famous West Street on your own over the amazing night life of this beautiful town. Stay overnight in Yangshuo.
After breakfast at your Yangshuo hotel, you are transferred to Guilin airport or train station for your next destination.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Tips to your tour guide and driver |
| Entrance fees and meals as mentioned | One a la carte lunch (pay on your own) |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | Wear casually with comfortable sports shoes and pay attention to the climate in Guilin . Notice from TB |
| One-night stay in Guilin and One night at Yangshuo with daily breakfast | Tours price are net and non-commissionable. |
| Beijing - Guilin overnight train ( 4-bed cabin ) | Child definition: From Age 3 to 11 Years (usually enjoying 10%-40% discount). Contact our trip advisors for the actual discount in your case). 12 Years old and above will be charged as Adult Price. |
| The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. | All tours & transfers are all based in English Speaking local guides. For other languages, please contact our trip advisors for new quotations. |
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| Dec. 01 - Feb. 28 | Luxury Class | Standard Class | Comfortable Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 persons | $545 | $500 | $485 |
| 4-5 persons | $520 | $475 | $460 |
| 6-9 persons | $470 | $425 | $410 |
| 10 persons up | $440 | $395 | $380 |
| Single room supplement | $155 | $110 | $95 |
| Mar. 01 - Nov.30 | Luxury Class | Standard Class | Comfortable Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 persons | $575 | $520 | $490 |
| 4-5 persons | $550 | $495 | $465 |
| 6-9 persons | $500 | $445 | $415 |
| 10 persons up | $470 | $415 | $385 |
| Single room supplement | $185 | $130 | $100 |
| City | Luxury Deluxe Hotel | Standard Hotel | Comfortable Hotel |
| Guilin | Sheraton Hotel Guilin or same class | Guilin Bravo Hote or same class | Guilin Osmanthus Hotel or same class |
| Yangshuo | Green Lotus Hotel | New Century Hotel | New Century Hotel |
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