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Experience the iconic Li River cruise and a Yangshuo layover on this seamless private day tour from Guilin Airport, combining breathtaking karst scenery with authentic rural charm.
Maximize your layover in Guilin with this expertly curated private day tour that showcases the region's most celebrated natural wonders. Begin with a prompt morning pickup from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, then transfer directly to Zhujiang Pier for a four-hour Li River cruise—the undisputed highlight of any Guilin visit. As you glide along the 83-kilometer waterway, witness a living landscape painting of pinnacled karst peaks, emerald-green rice paddies, and bamboo groves that have inspired poets and painters for centuries. A freshly prepared lunch is served aboard, allowing you to savor the scenery uninterrupted. After disembarking in Yangshuo, enjoy free time to explore the charming town's cobblestone streets or simply soak in the idyllic countryside before your return transfer to the airport. This tour is perfect for transit passengers seeking an authentic taste of Guangxi's natural beauty without overnight accommodation. All logistics are handled seamlessly, ensuring you return to the airport relaxed and enriched by one of China's most breathtaking journeys.
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Picked up from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport in early morning by our representative in Guilin and transferred to the Zhujiang Pier for a four hours's cruising on Li River - the highlight of sightseeing tour in Guilin with lunch aboard. The 83-km long Li River from Guilin resembles a jade ribbon flanked by idyllic paddy fields and green forested hills, and dotted with pinnacled peaks, yellow shoals, bamboo groves, odd shaped crags, deep pools and flying waterfalls. Li River is full of surprises which will ignite your imagination to fully appreciate the bestowed beauty. The lunch on board is very basic and you are advised to bring some snacks.
Your boat will bring you to Yangshuo . You will find yourself ending up here in the West Street (Xi Jie), a 500-meter vibrant street roughly starting from Yangshuo Dock where you disembark from your boat to Pantao Road, a northeast – southwest street. This renovated old street has a a carnival feel, full of bars, souvenirs stands, restaurants, shops. Though the commercialization has cheapened its allure a bit, it is still an interesting place for people watching, drinking, eating and shopping. You will find a lot of street food, and souvenirs ranging from tacky gadgets to nice Miao embroidery.
The whole afternoon exploring the old town before transferred back to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport for your next destination outside China.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Gratuities to drivers and guides. |
| Entrance fees and lunch as mentioned | Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | |
| The above private escorted tour can be customized for you. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $259 |
| 2 persons | $175 |
| 3-5 persons | $165 |
| 6-9 persons | $129 |
| 10 persons up | $115 |
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