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Escape Guilin for a day to explore the breathtaking Longji Rice Terraces, where ancient Zhuang and Yao villages cascade down emerald-green mountainsides.
This private day tour from Guilin takes you 90 kilometers northwest to the stunning Longji Rice Terrace Scenic Area, a masterpiece of agricultural engineering carved into the mountains by minority communities over centuries. After a comfortable 1.5-hour drive from your hotel, you'll explore five distinct villages—including Ping'An Zhuang Village and Dazhai Yao Village—each offering unique perspectives of the terraced landscapes. Wander through ancient stone pathways, interact with local families, and capture panoramic views of the iconic rice paddies that change color with the seasons. Your expert guide provides cultural insights into the Zhuang and Yao traditions, while the flexible pace ensures a relaxed, immersive experience. At day's end, you'll be transferred back to your Guilin hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of rural Guangxi.
Pick up from your hotel in Guilin and drive about 1.5 hours to Longji Rice Terrace Ticketing Office , 90km northwest of Guilin city center. Longji Rice Terrace Scenic Area encomposes five natural villages – Dazhai Village (大寨) & Tiantouzhai Village (田头寨) (both Yao minority villages), Ping'An Zhuang Minority Village (平安寨), the Ancient Zhuang Minority Village (龙脊古壮寨）and Huangluohong Yao Minority Village (黄洛红瑶寨).
You are arranged to visit Dazhai Village (大寨) &Tiantouzhai Village (田头寨). Dazhai Village and Tiantouzhai Village are about 23 km to the northeast of the Longji Ticketing Office. Tiantouzhai is located on the hillsides above Dazhai Village. Both the two villages are roughly in the same area.
There are three high viewing platforms in the area – Platform No. 1, No 2 and No. 3. The Platform No.03 can be reached by the cable car service starting from the parking lot and by the entrance. You are arranged take cable car up the Viewing Platform No.03 for a bird-eye's view of the magnificent terraced paddy fields.
Then take cable car down. After lunch, have a stroll around Dazhai Village at the base of the terraced mountains. You will see Miao's wooden stilt-houses. There are also some intriguing things related to batik making, distillery, embroidery and silver arts. If you have strong legs, you may hike towards the Platform No.02 for the amazing view of the rice terraced fields.
At the end of the day, you are transferred back to your hotel in Guilin.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Tips to your tour guide and driver |
| Entrance fees and lunch as mentioned | Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | Wear casually with comfortable sports shoes and pay attention to the climate in Guilin . |
| The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $235 |
| 2 persons | $155 |
| 3-5 persons | $129 |
| 6-9 persons | $99 |
| 10 persons up | $89 |
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