Day Trips in Guilin

Day trips in Guilin offer travelers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and convenience. Whether you are short on time or simply looking for an immersive experience without the need for overnight stays, these tours provide an excellent way to explore the highlights of Guilin and its surroundings in just one day. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you can uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures that bring the destination to life. From exploring scenic countryside and nearby villages to visiting historic monuments and vibrant marketplaces, day trips are designed to maximize your travel experience. They are ideal for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike, offering curated itineraries that combine comfort with unforgettable exploration. You can relax knowing that transportation, guides, and carefully planned stops are all taken care of. Best of all, day trips in Guilin give you the chance to see more in less time, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to make the most of their visit. With a variety of options available, every traveler can find a day trip that matches their interests and leaves them with lasting memories.

Top Day Trips in Guilin

Longji Rice Terraces Long-Hair Minority Village Private Day Trip in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (95 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 69.00

 

This tour is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the Longji Rice Terraces, explore authentic village life, and experience the rich culture of ethnic minorities. You’ll gain insight into the traditional lifestyles of the Yao and Zhuang people. The journey includes a hike from the riverside and rice paddies up to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view of the spectacular rice terraces.

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1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat and Night Show in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (59 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 89.01

Duration: 12 hours (approx.)

For this private day trip of Guilin, you are visiting the most classic sightseeing accompanied by our private English-speaking tour guide to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong hill, Li-River cruise from Xingping, Yangshuo Liusanjie show. Highlights: 1. Instant Confirmation. 2. At one day can cover the most beautiful and most typical sightseeing at Guilin: The Cave,The Mountain, The River,The Show. 3. Can drop off at the Yangshuo hotel if you stay at Yangshuo. Note: The kids less than 7 yrs old or the senior more than 70 yrs old can not take the small boat from Xingping(Li-River cruise boat).

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Guilin Highlights Tour: Li River to Yangshuo & Xianggong Hill in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (38 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 59.00

 

Embark on this Li River cruise and feast your eyes on the stunning scenery of bamboo groves, towering karst peaks, water buffaloes wading in the river, and quaint villages—views that often inspire traditional Chinese paintings. After the cruise, take a leisurely stroll through the vibrant West Street. A delicious lunch will be served on board, making this a truly memorable experience.

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1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour  in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (28 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 110.00

 

In the morning, when you board the Li River cruise and boat slowly along the river, you will feel as if you have entered a natural ink painting. In the afternoon, Continue to visit Yangshuo countryside provide a very good chance for the tourists to discover the real beauty of Yangshuo,about twenty years ago,When the early foreigner travllers visited Yangshuo,They attracted deeply by the rural area,The old villages, ancient bridges,farmer’s house, Country road, local people,local culture & food, relaxed is their choice at present,As the travellers said "No Countryside scenery,No Yangshuo scenery",Yangshuo rural area scenery can let the tourists to relax completely. The tour ended in Yangshuo. also we can free driven back to Guilin.

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Private Day Tour: Longji Rice Terraces and Long Hair Village in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (20 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 100.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

Immerse in one of China's most startling agricultural landscapes and discover the world of Chinese minorities on this 9-hour private trip to the Longji Rice Terraces. Visit Huangluo, the village where Yao women grow their hair to phenomenal lengths, and Ping'an Village, home to Zhuang and Yao people, and wander the rice terraces.  Highlights: 1.Visit one of the world’s largest rice terraces. 2.Learn about Guilin’s unique minority culture. 3.See the traditional wooden buildings in the village of Ping’an. 4. All the tour can pick up at Guilin or Yangshuo hotel then drop off at Guilin/Yangshuo hotel or Guilin airport/train stations. 6. This tour more than 7 options can choose.

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Private Day Tour of Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain and Yulong Bamboo Boat in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (19 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 125.66

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Visit highlights of Yangshuo including Xianggong Mountain, West street, and a bamboo boat ride on Yulong River with this private Yangshuo day tour. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin or Yangshuo hotel, or from Guilin airport or train station. P.S: The bamboo boat can take 2 people and each boat for 160KG. If more than 160KG, you need to buy one extra bamboo boat ticket by yourself due to the tour package just included one bamboo boat ticket.

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Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Village Day Tour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (17 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 116.00

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

This private tour provides you a trouble-free and safe tour during the pandemic to visit the magnificent scenery of terrace fields at Longji and explore the local minority villages and their tradition and culture. You could trek around the well-known Longji Rice Terraces and enjoy the local food for lunch. If the tour is to visit Jinkeng Terraces Fields ( Dazhai), the cable car is available to reach the top viewpoint (cable car fee is excluded and it depends on your option)

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Small Group: Longji Rice Terraces & Minority Village Tour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 80.00

 

Hi, friend! Look here! Starting from Guilin, I'll take you to explore the magnificent terraced fields, learn about the local customs, traditional culture and so on, as well as the farming methods that the people of Yao and Zhuang ethnic group have been using for 800 years. In this amazing region, everywhere is worth recording with a camera. Let's go!

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Li River Cruise with bamboo Rafting & Xianggong Hill Private Tour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (12 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 110.00

 

This is the most beautiful part of Li River, Each bamboo raft can seat four people, which is very relaxing trip and can make close to touch with the Li river water, Along the way you can see beautiful countryside, local fishermen, water buffalo,making you real feel of the Li River scenery.

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Full/Half-Day Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain Sunrise Private Tour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 77.00

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Each year, a good number of photographers are attracted to Xianggong Mountain by the light and shadow, sea of clouds, and amazing morning glow at sunrise. The work of a photographer from Guilin won a bronze medal at the 10th international Photography Exhibition was created here. Join this half-day small group tour to see the picturesque scenery in real life!

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1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Pingan village Tour with the English Speaking Driver in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 78.54

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Visit the highlights of Guilin including the Longji rice terraces, Huangluo Long hair village and hiking/shuttle bus around the Ping'an village with this self-guided day tour from Guilin(We just provided the English speaking driver, no tour guide). You will be picked up and dropped off from your Guilin/Yangshuo/Xingping hotel.

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Xianggong Hill Cormorant fishing show Fuli ancient bridge DayTour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 120.00

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Hi, look here! discover difference, you will Climb to the most representative karst mountains in Guilin, Understanding about the traditional fishing methods of fishermen along the Li River, enjoy the ancient Bridges and countryside scenery, and you will enjoy the best time of the day!

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Li River Xingping Yulong River Xianggong Hill Light Show Tour  in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 89.00

 

Experience the peace and tranquility of the Li River as you glide from Yangdi to Xingping on an electric boat, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of nature. From the summit of Xianggong Hill, you’ll be amazed by the stunning panoramic view of the Li River, surrounded by towering karst peaks. The Yulong River, one of Yangshuo’s most scenic waterways, offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Sit back on a bamboo raft and gently float along its clean, clear waters, soaking in the serene atmosphere. In the evening, don’t miss the chance to watch Impression Sanjie Liu, China’s first outdoor riverside night show, a mesmerizing performance that brings the river to life.

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1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 104.72

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Yangshuo's countryside is known for its idyllic scenery, oddly-shaped hills thrusting to the sky and leisurely local farming life. Visiting Yangshuo's countryside provides a great opportunity to get close to nature and real life in South China's countryside by being introduced into their house. Highlights: 1. Can cover all the Yangshuo area within one day. 2. A new and exciting experience to explore Yangshuo.

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1 Day Yangshuo Countryside Cycling and Yulong bamboo boat Private Tour in Guilin

Guilin , Southern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 94.25

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Visit highlights of Yangshuo including Yangshuo countryside cycling, West street, and a Yulong bamboo boat from Jinglong bridge to Jiuxian bridge with this private Yangshuo day tour. You will be picked up at Guilin/Yangshuo hotel and dropped off  your Guilin hotel/airport/train station or Yangshuo hotel. Highlights: 1.Bike through the marvelous Yangshuo Countryside(2hrs cycling,18km). 2.Follow your expert guide and see locals working the rice fields, and stop in quaint local villages 3. Enjoy the longest Yulong bamboo raft route starts at Jinlong Bridge and ends at Jiuxian Bridge. 4. Can pick up at Guilin/Yangshuo hotel and drop off at the Guilin/Yangshuo hotel or Guilin airport/train stations. Note: The child less than 5 years old or less 1M and the adults more than 70 years old can NOT take the bamboo boat.

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Why Choose Our Day Trips in Guilin?

Our day trips in Guilin are carefully designed to combine convenience, cultural insights, and memorable experiences. Each itinerary highlights the best of Guilin, led by local guides who know the destination inside and out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips in Guilin

Most day trips in Guilin include transportation, a local guide, and entrance to selected attractions. Some itineraries also provide meals or free time for independent exploration.

Day trips in Guilin typically last between 6 to 10 hours, depending on the destination and itinerary. They are designed to make the most of your day while keeping travel times comfortable.

Yes, many day trips in Guilin are family-friendly, offering activities and destinations that appeal to both adults and children. Be sure to check tour descriptions for age recommendations.

Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot, especially during peak travel seasons in Guilin. Some tours may allow same-day bookings if space is available.
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