5-Day Classic Guilin, Yangshuo & Karst Countryside Tour
Overview
The 5-Day Classic Guilin Yangshuo and Karst Countryside Tour is a 5-day private tour on a round trip from Guilin via Yangshuo. Its main experiences are the Li River and Yangshuo, the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery, and Guilin's Yaoshan and Elephant Trunk Hill.
This is a round trip from Guilin, with the route continuing through Yangshuo before returning.
Built around the Li River and Yangshuo, with the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery as another main focus, this itinerary is best suited to travelers who prefer a guided route with flexible pacing and private transfers. Private transport keeps the local and regional transfers in a clear order from the Guilin base.
Tour Highlights
- Cruise the Li River through the karst landscape around Xingping before continuing to Yangshuo.
- Explore the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery with the cycling, walking or rafting section confirmed.
- Use Silver Cave and West Street for contrasting karst scenery and an easy evening walk.
- Return to Guilin for Yaoshan, Gudong Waterfall and Elephant Trunk Hill on the final sightseeing day.
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Place | Main plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Guilin | Arrival, transfer and hotel check-in |
| Day 2 | Guilin to Yangshuo | Guilin to Yangshuo by Li River Cruise |
| Day 3 | Yangshuo | Yangshuo Countryside |
| Day 4 | Guilin to Yangshuo | Karst Nature |
| Day 5 | Guilin | Hotel check-out and departure transfer |
Tour at a Glance
| Travel style | private tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 days |
| Route | Round trip from Guilin |
| Activity level | Balanced |
| Best for | travelers who prefer a guided route with flexible pacing and private transfers |
| When to go | Spring or autumn; other seasons depend on the route |
Good to Know Before You Go
Pace and Physical Demands
Balanced. Most days pair one main sightseeing area with local transfers and enough time to move between hotels without rushing every stop. Use the daily plan to understand the walking required around the Li River and Yangshuo and the travel time between overnight stops.
Season and Reservations
Spring and autumn are usually comfortable. Check public-holiday crowds, summer heat or rain, and seasonal opening hours against the exact travel dates. For the 5-Day Classic Guilin Yangshuo and Karst Countryside Tour, confirm current access and any timed entry for the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery after choosing the dates.
- Before booking the 5-Day Classic Guilin Yangshuo and Karst Countryside Tour, check current opening hours and reservation rules, especially around Chinese public holidays.
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Customize This China Tour
Tell us your dates, hotel level and must-see stops through Plan My Trip, especially if you want more time for the Li River and Yangshuo. Hotel level, pace and selected activities can be adjusted while keeping the travel sequence realistic. We will verify availability and return with a trip-specific plan and price.
Daily Itinerary
Begin the trip in Guilin with the airport or railway-station transfer. After hotel check-in, leave the evening free to rest before Guilin to Yangshuo by Li River Cruise.
Transfer from the Guilin hotel to the confirmed Li River cruise pier and travel downstream through the karst landscape to Yangshuo. Meet the local transfer or walk to the agreed pickup point after disembarkation, then check in at Yangshuo. The river is the travel experience between the two cities, not the place where the day begins.
Today centers on Yangshuo Countryside. Opening hours around Yangshuo Countryside and local traffic can shape the order, while the main visits remain the priority. Check the current access and opening time for Yangshuo Countryside before setting the local pickup. Additional time is set aside for Yulong River, Ten-Mile Gallery and Peach Blossom Land.
Leave Yangshuo for Guilin after the planned countryside section or at the agreed pickup time. Continue with the listed Guilin nature visits once the road transfer is complete, keeping cave, hill or park access within the remaining day. Check in at Guilin for the final night so the departure transfer on day five starts from the correct city.
Complete the departure arrangements in Guilin after Yangshuo to Guilin - Karst Nature. Set the pickup from the booked flight or train rather than using a general morning estimate.
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Local guide, vehicle and transfer services stated for the travel days from Guilin
- Accommodation for the 4 overnight stops shown in the itinerary
- Admission or activity arrangements for the Li River and Yangshuo, plus the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery, when listed for the departure
- Local transport needed for the round trip from Guilin
The final booking details state which services for the Li River and Yangshuo and the Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery are included on the selected date.
Not Included
- International flights to Guilin or from Guilin, visas and travel insurance
- Meals and optional activities around the Li River and Yangshuo that are not in the service list
- Personal expenses, room upgrades and gratuities
- Costs caused by a traveler-requested change or missed connection