Day 1 Yangshuo Station → Yangshuo → Yulong River Rafting → Golden Dragon Parade
10:15
Departing from Guangzhou: Meet at Guangzhou South Station and take the high-speed train to Yangshuo (reference train 09:02-10:58. If there are no tickets for this train, you will be asked to change trains or transfer. The specific details are subject to the actual ticket purchase)
Depart from Shenzhen: Meet at Shenzhen North Station and take the high-speed train to Yangshuo (reference train 07:55-10:58. If there are no tickets for this train, you will need to change trains or transfer. The specific details are subject to the actual ticket purchase)
Yangshuo meeting point: 10:45 Yangshuo Station (please do not be late)
11:00
Drive to Yangshuo County, approximately one hour. Lunch at a restaurant recommended by the tour leader or at your own expense.
13:00
After lunch, we will take a short break and go to the Yulong River bamboo raft rafting (round trip from Yulong Bridge to Xiniutang or Jiuxian to Xiangui Bridge, 2 people per raft, 2.5 kilometers, experience time about 30 minutes). The bamboo rafts here are not electric rafts. The artificial power is more original, without the noisy motor sound, and the tour process is more familiar and comfortable.
2:00 PM
Cycling along the Yulong River Rent an electric bicycle/bike and ride along the Ten-Li Gallery and the Yulong River to explore the secret cycling route of the Yulong River, successfully avoiding the crowds. Only here can you feel the artistic conception of "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, and Yangshuo's scenery is the best in Guilin".
6:00 PM
Gather at the official designated location in the evening to watch the Golden Dragon Parade
After the dragon patrol, you can enjoy free time or return to the hotel with the tour leader.
Day 2 Hotel → Li River Hike → Xingping Ancient Town → Laozhaishan → Yangshuo Station
09:00
Transfer to the starting point for the hike, where you'll begin the highlight of the Li River Hike, one of China's top ten classic hiking routes. Enjoy a scenic walk along the Li River. Experience the unparalleled beauty of this hidden gem, a place known only to a select few. (10 km easy, flat trail, no physical effort required)
12:00
At noon, enjoy a simple meal at the local farmer's AA and take a short break (you can also bring your own dry food or have a simple meal at a roadside store)
13:00
After lunch, continue your hike to see the Nine Horses Painting Mountain and count the horses in this natural painting. See the reflection of the yellow cloth that features in the background of the RMB 20 bill.
Finally, we'll arrive at Xingping Ancient Town, where we'll stroll around and take photos. If you're still fit, you can climb Laozhai Mountain (the original route takes about 1-1.5 hours, but the climb is a bit challenging and requires some stamina) to enjoy panoramic views of the Li River and Xingping.
3:00 PM
Return to Yangshuo High-speed Railway Station, please book a bus after 15:30 (20 minutes' drive)
It is expected to arrive back in Guangzhou around 17:30 and arrive back in Guangzhou around 18:30. The specific time is subject to ticket issuance.
