4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour

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Duration 4 Days
Route Guilin → Yangshuo → Guilin
Entry City Guilin
Exit City Guilin

Overview

This 4-day Guilin and Yangshuo tour combines Guilin’s classic city sights with the signature Li River cruise and Yangshuo countryside. Visit Prince Jingjiang’s Mansion, Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave before cruising through the karst landscape to Yangshuo and exploring West Street.

Your Route Map

English illustrated route map for the 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour
Guilin city highlights → Li River cruise → Yangshuo countryside → Guilin departure. Cruise, road and sightseeing arrangements follow confirmation. Select the map to view the full-size image. Illustrated route; not to scale.

Route at a glance

Guilin → Yangshuo → Guilin

Who this tour suits

First-time visitors seeking Guilin’s karst scenery, a Li River cruise and a relaxed Yangshuo experience in a compact guided itinerary.

Li River landscape photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg Vascoplanet Com, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Displayed at web sizes.

Daily Itinerary

Arrival in Guilin, Day 1 of 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour
Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes sunset panorama for Day 1 of the 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour.

Meals: Meals at Your Own Expense Welcome to Guilin! Our driver will greet you at the exit of the airport/train station and transfer you to the hotel for check-in and rest. For the rest of the day, you can relax at the hotel to relieve travel fatigue or wander around the surrounding area. Recommended Arrival Methods: By Air: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) operates numerous direct domestic flights, including routes to Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, etc., offering extremely convenient transportation. By Train: Guilin has 3 railway stations. You can take high-speed trains to Guilin from cities such as Changsha (2.5-3 hours), Hong Kong (4 hours), Chengdu (5.5-6 hours), Chongqing (4.5-5 hours), Guangzhou (3 hours), Zhangjiajie (7 hours), etc.

Guilin City Tour – Prince Jingjiang’s Mansion + East-West Lane + Elephant Trunk Hill + Reed Flute Cave, Day 2 of 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour
Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin for Day 2 of the 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Today, you’ll explore four top-rated scenic spots in Guilin. First, visit Prince Jingjiang’s Mansion – the best-preserved and longest-standing remains of a feudal lord’s residence from the Ming Dynasty in China. Here, you can admire exquisite ancient architecture, scenic garden designs, and precious historical relics while learning about Guilin’s history and culture. Next, head to East-West Lane, a famous historical alley in Guilin. Wander leisurely through it to appreciate ancient-style buildings and cultural relics, taste local local snacks, or browse shops selling characteristic handcrafted artworks. You can also experience Guilin’s intangible cultural heritage, such as round fans and sandstone paintings. In the afternoon, visit Guilin’s well-known landmark – Elephant Trunk Hill.

Guilin to Yangshuo Tour – Li River Cruise + Yangshuo Countryside + West Street, Day 3 of 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour
Guilin to Yangshuo Tour – Li River Cruise + Yangshuo Countryside + West Street, Day 3 of 4-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour. Photo by shankar s. from Dubai, united arab emirates, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch After breakfast, depart from the hotel and drive to the pier (about 1 hour). Then take a Li River cruise to explore the most beautiful section of the Li River – from Guilin to Yangshuo. The whole journey is approximately 84 kilometers and takes about 4 hours. As the saying goes, “Guilin’s mountains and rivers are the finest under heaven, and Yangshuo’s are even finer than Guilin’s.” On this cruise, you can personally experience Guilin’s landscape that resembles an ancient painting or a fairyland. You’ll also learn the legendary stories behind scenic spots like Wangfu Stone (Widow’s Peak) and Guanyan Cave, and enjoy the wonderful feeling of “traveling within a painting.” (Lunch Upgrade: We have carefully prepared a customized Western-style lunch for you.

Li River karst peaks near Guilin and Yangshuo
Li River karst peaks near Guilin and Yangshuo

Meals: Breakfast After breakfast, depart from the hotel in Yangshuo and drive back to Guilin. This wonderful 4-day Guilin tour will come to an end here. Our driver will transfer you to the airport or train station for your next destination. If you wish to extend your trip and explore more destinations in China, feel free to contact us for arrangement. Cost Explanation What’s Included: ● Drivers & air-conditioned vehicles ● Professional licensed English-speaking local guide ● Hotel accommodation with breakfasts (3-star standard) ● Admission tickets, activities listed in the itinerary ● Include meals as mentioned ● Accident insurance ● Our service from tour planning, handling, operational and finishing your trip What’s Excluded: ● International airfares ● Entry Visa fees ● Personal expenses ● Single Room Supplement ● Recommended optional.

What's Included & Excluded

What is included in this tour

Private or group transport

Air-conditioned vehicle and transfers listed in the confirmed itinerary.

English-speaking service

Professional English-speaking guide service as specified in the quotation.

Accommodation

Selected hotels with breakfast when included in the confirmed proposal.

Sightseeing

Entrance tickets and activities specifically marked as included.
What is Not Included in this tour

International transport

International flights and transport to the tour starting point unless stated otherwise.

Personal expenses

Laundry, minibar, optional activities and other personal purchases.

Insurance and visas

Travel insurance, China visa fees and permit costs unless explicitly included.

Unlisted meals

Meals, drinks and gratuities not shown in the confirmed inclusion list.

Frequently Asked Questions

The format shown in the tour title applies. Private departures can be adjusted, while small-group departures follow the confirmed group schedule.

Private tours can usually be adjusted for pace, hotel level and special interests. Transport and attraction availability are reconfirmed before booking.

Bring a valid passport, comfortable walking shoes and season-appropriate clothing. We will advise on any permits or weather-specific equipment.

Final hotel and meal inclusions depend on the confirmed quotation. Your written proposal will list every included service before payment.

The daily plan includes Guilin City Tour – Prince Jingjiang’s Mansion + East-West Lane + Elephant Trunk Hill + Reed Flute Cave; Guilin to Yangshuo Tour – Li River Cruise + Yangshuo Countryside + West Street. Tell us if you need shorter walks, step-free access or more rest breaks. Before booking, we will check vehicle access, steps and standing time for the visits you choose.