Arrival in Guilin · Elephant Trunk Hill · East-West Alley
Journey overview
5 Days / 4 NightsYour Journey at a Glance
RouteGuilin, Longji & Yangshuo
Huangluo Yao Village · Longji Rice Terraces · Jinkeng
Li River cruise · Xingping Ancient Town · Silver Cave · West Street
Yulong River · Ten-Mile Gallery · Shangri-La Scenic Area
Xianggong Mountain · Departure
Discover Guilin, Longji and Yangshuo on a 5-day private journey through some of southern China’s most iconic karst landscapes, rice terraces and river scenery.
Travel with your own English-speaking guide and private vehicle, stay in selected comfortable hotels, cruise the Li River around Xingping, explore Longji Rice Terraces and enjoy the classic countryside scenery of Yangshuo.
Private Tour · English-Speaking Guide · Selected Hotels · Private Transportation · No Shopping Stops
Your group only — no strangers joining the tour.
Why Choose This Private Tour?
Just Your Group
Travel only with your own family or friends. This is not a shared group tour.
Private Transportation
A dedicated vehicle and driver are arranged for your group throughout the land itinerary, with vehicle size matched to the final group size.
English-Speaking Guide
An English-speaking guide accompanies the itinerary and provides local assistance during the trip.
Pure Sightseeing Experience
The itinerary is designed as a no-shopping private tour, focused on scenery, culture and relaxed exploration.
Featured attractions
Signature sights along your journey
Selected highlights from this private itinerary.
Elephant Trunk Hill
See Guilin’s riverside landmark where a karst hill resembles an elephant dipping its trunk into the Li River.
Longji Rice Terraces
Walk among layered rice terraces carved into mountain slopes around Longji, with sweeping viewpoints and traditional villages.
Xingping Li River Cruise
Enjoy a scenic cruise through the Xingping section of the Li River, surrounded by dramatic karst peaks and classic riverside scenery.
Silver Cave
Explore a large karst cave filled with illuminated stalactites, stone curtains and multi-level limestone formations.
Yulong River Scenic Area
Explore the quieter Yangshuo countryside around the Yulong River, surrounded by farmland, village roads and dramatic karst peaks.
Xianggong Mountain
Climb to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Li River as it curves through layers of dramatic karst peaks.
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Trip at a Glance
| Duration | 5 Days / 4 Nights |
|---|---|
| Route | Guilin → Longji Rice Terraces → Xingping → Yangshuo → Guilin |
| Accommodation | 2 nights Guilin · 2 nights Yangshuo |
| Tour Style | Private Tour |
| Guide | English-Speaking Guide |
| Hotel | Selected comfortable hotels with breakfast |
| Transportation | Private vehicle throughout the itinerary |
| Best For | Couples · Families · Friends · First-Time Guilin Visitors |
Journey Highlights
Guilin — Classic Karst Scenery
Visit Elephant Trunk Hill and East-West Alley, then enjoy a comfortable stay near the city’s central scenic area.
Longji — Rice Terraces & Yao Culture
Explore Huangluo Yao Village and the spectacular Longji Rice Terraces, including the Jinkeng terrace area and cable car experience.
Xingping & Li River — Postcard China
Take a 3-star sightseeing cruise around Xingping, walk through Xingping Ancient Town and continue to the dramatic limestone formations of Silver Cave.
Yangshuo — Countryside & River Landscapes
Experience the Yulong River Scenic Area, cycle through the Ten-Mile Gallery and visit Shangri-La Scenic Area before ending with a panoramic view from Xianggong Mountain.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Guilin
Arrival in Guilin · Private pickup · Hotel check-in · Elephant Trunk Hill · East-West Alley.
Meals: None
Stay: Guilin
Day 2 — Huangluo Yao Village & Longji Rice Terraces
Depart from the hotel · Huangluo Yao Village · Longji Rice Terraces, including the Jinkeng terrace area and cable car experience · Return to Guilin.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Guilin
Day 3 — Li River, Xingping & Silver Cave
Depart from the hotel · 3-star Li River sightseeing cruise around Xingping · Xingping Ancient Town · Silver Cave · Yangshuo West Street.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Yangshuo
Day 4 — Yulong River & Yangshuo Countryside
Depart from the hotel · Yulong River Scenic Area · Cycling through the Ten-Mile Gallery · Shangri-La Scenic Area.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Yangshuo
Day 5 — Xianggong Mountain & Departure
Depart from the hotel · Xianggong Mountain for panoramic views over the Li River · Transfer for your onward journey according to the confirmed schedule.
Meals: Breakfast
The sightseeing order may be adjusted for traffic, weather, attraction opening hours and operational conditions while keeping the overall itinerary as close as possible to the confirmed plan.
Choose Your Group Size
The more you travel together, the better the per-person value.
| 2 Travelers | Private tour for two |
|---|---|
| 4 Travelers | Ideal for family or friends |
| 6 Travelers | Best group value |
All listed rates are per person and based on twin-sharing accommodation. Your tour remains private regardless of the selected group size.
Select your group size above to view the applicable product price.
What’s Included
- 4 nights hotel accommodation: 2 nights in Guilin and 2 nights in Yangshuo
- Daily hotel breakfast from Day 2 to Day 5
- Private vehicle and driver service according to the confirmed itinerary
- English-speaking guide service for the 5-day itinerary
- Arrival pickup and local departure transfer according to the confirmed schedule
- Main attraction admissions included in the confirmed itinerary, including Longji Rice Terraces and cable car, Xingping Li River cruise, Yulong River Scenic Area, Silver Cave, Shangri-La Scenic Area and Xianggong Mountain
- Personal accident insurance arranged as specified in the quotation
Not Included
- International or domestic flights and trains to/from Guilin unless specifically added
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed in the confirmed itinerary
- Single-room supplement
- Hotel or room upgrades
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional costs caused by personal itinerary changes or services requested outside the confirmed package
Hotels & Private Vehicle
Guilin
Guilin Hotel (Elephant Trunk Hill / Two Rivers & Four Lakes area) or confirmed equivalent · Deluxe twin room · Breakfast included.
Yangshuo
Yangshuo New West Street International Hotel or confirmed equivalent · Deluxe street-view twin room · Breakfast included.
Private Transportation
- 2 or 4 travelers: 7-seat Buick business vehicle or equivalent
- 6 travelers: 9-seat business vehicle or equivalent
- Vehicle arranged exclusively for your group
- No shared sightseeing vehicle with other travelers
Make It Your Own
Need a different hotel standard? Traveling with children or seniors? Want a slower pace or different room arrangement?
Tell us your travel dates, group size and preferences before confirmation. We can review practical adjustments and prepare a final private-tour quotation based on availability.
How Booking Works
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Send Your Travel Details
Choose your group size and tell us your preferred travel dates and arrival/departure information. -
We Confirm Availability
We check guide, vehicle, hotel and key attraction availability for your dates. -
Confirm Your Private Tour
Once the final itinerary, inclusions and price are confirmed, complete your booking according to the agreed payment terms.
Booking Notes
- Accommodation is normally based on two guests sharing one twin room.
- A single-room supplement applies when a traveler requires a private room.
- Hotel category or room type can be upgraded for an additional charge, subject to availability.
- Children’s attraction charges may vary according to age and height rules at individual attractions.
- Final booking, amendment and cancellation terms will be provided with the confirmed quotation before payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The tour is exclusively for your own group. Other travelers will not be added to your sightseeing group.
Can two people book this tour?
Yes. The private tour can operate for two travelers, subject to availability on your selected dates.
Why does the price change with group size?
Private guide, vehicle and other fixed tour costs are shared within your own group, so the per-person price becomes lower when more people travel together.
Can we change the itinerary?
Reasonable adjustments can be discussed before confirmation, depending on travel time, attraction availability, hotel arrangements and transport schedules.
Are flights or trains included?
No. Transportation to and from Guilin is not included unless it is specifically added to your confirmed quotation.
Can we upgrade the hotel?
Yes. Hotel category and room upgrades can be arranged before confirmation for an additional charge, subject to availability.
Ready to Explore Guilin Privately?
Send us your preferred travel dates and group size. We’ll confirm availability and prepare the final booking details for your Guilin · Longji · Yangshuo private journey.
Recommended next step: Check availability before making full travel arrangements.
Best forCouples, families, friends & first-time Guilin visitors
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We can review hotel standard, room arrangement, pace and practical itinerary changes before confirmation.