4-Day Explore Guilin's Countryside with Li River Hike
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Day 1
Place & Transport: Arrive in Guilin (Watch the Video 
), Flight not included
Today's Activities: Airport Transfer (Guilin)
Day 2
Place & Transport: Guilin to Yangshuo (Watch the Video )
Today's Activities: Hiking from Yangdi to Xingping Town
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch
Detailed Itinerary: - Hiking from Yangdi to Xingping Town: Hiking along the Li River gives a great opportunity see the gorgeous Li River scenery close-up and the life of the farmers who live by the river. After a one hour drive from Guilin, you will arrive at Yangdi which is the starting point. The hike from Yangdi to Xingping is about 20 km and it takes about 5 hours at a medium pace. You will pass small villages; see rice fields, orchards and unique karst mountains. It is pleasant to count how many horses on the famous nine-horses-fresco as well as take a picture at Xingping which is featured on the 20 Yuan bank note. You will need to cross the river three times in a ferry boat during the hike. Our driver will pick you up at Xingping and then drive the 40 minutes to Yangshuo. Please bring some snacks for lunch since there is no restaurant along the way.
Hiking Tips:
1. Lunch on the second day will be at a village restaurant about the half way. No tourist fare here.
2. Wear walking shoes and clothes suitable for outdoor activities.
3. Don't forget to bring water, sunscreen, sun-glasses, and cap etc.
4. Spring and autumn are the best times, when the temperatures and humidity are lower.
Day 3
Place & Transport: Yangshuo (Watch the Video )
Today's Activities: Yangshuo Countryside Cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Café Del Moon
- Yangshuo Countryside Cycling: Experience the hustle & bustle of the Yangshuo traffic for 10 minutes before you escape onto the country roads, lanes and tracks of the distinctive and beautiful Yangshuo countryside. Biking alongside the paddy field and orchards that surround the famous mountains will give a fascinating insight into life in rural China. You will have a family visit on the half way. It is an opportunity to see a real country life and talk to the local famers.
- Café Del Moon: Café Del Moon is one of the most popular restaurants in Yangshuo West Street, it serve western cuisine especially for firewood pizza, as well as variety of ground coffee are provided in the restaurants, people can choose to take the upstairs seat to enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery.
Day 4
Place & Transport: Yangshuo to Guilin (Watch the Video ) to Departure City, Flight not included
Today's Activities: Airport Transfer (Guilin)
Meals: Breakfast
| City | Superior Class | Deluxe Class | Tourist Class |
| Guilin | Sheraton Guilin | Guilin Bravo Hotel | Guilin Osmanthus Hotel |
| Yangshuo | Green Lotus Hotel | Green Lotus Hotel | Yangshuo Aiyuan Hotel |
Note:
1.Prices are in US dollars per person. Prices may vary according to your travel time and are higher in the high season, e.g. China National Day Holiday (Sep 30-Oct 7, 2012), and Chinese Spring Festival (Jan 22-29, 2012)
2. if only one person is traveling then the single room supplement is not required. If, for example, three people book a hotel, with two in one room and one in another room, the single room supplement must be paid.
3. Discounts for children from 2 to 12 years old differ according to the service e.g. plane, train, hotel and attractions and vary from 50% to 90%. We will apply each discount as specified by the provider.
4. The price is based on engaging English guide. Additional cost may apply when other guide are needed.
Price Inclusions:
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Entrance Fees: To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
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Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary.If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations.
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Private Transfers: Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Guilin by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above). Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours.
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Guide: As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available.
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Hotels: Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds. All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
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Service Charge & Government Taxes: Insurance The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance
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Luggage Transfers: Between airports and hotels
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Arrangements: The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Price Exclusions:
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Personal Expenses: Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
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Meals: Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary.
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Single Room Supplement.
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