Day 1 Guangzhou → Guilin → Longji → Dazhai Parking Lot → Hotel
07:30
Meet at Guangzhou South Station and take the high-speed train to Guilin between 07:48 and 08:24, with an estimated arrival time of 11:00 (approximately 2.5 hours; reference train numbers: D1806, D3714, D1888, specific ticket issuance subject to actual availability)
11:30
Take a bus to Longji Rice Terraces and have lunch on the way. Enjoy a bowl of fragrant Guilin rice noodles.
2:30 PM
Arrive at the scenic area entrance and transfer to the scenic shuttle bus up the mountain to the Jinkeng Yao Village. After checking in, follow your guide on a light hike along the terraced stone path to the Jinfoding Observation Deck, where you can deeply explore the beautiful terraced fields. (There is a cable car available in Dazhai, allowing round-trip tours at your own expense. We recommend following your guide to enjoy the unique scenery.)
Take photos freely among the magnificent terraced fields. Choose a good spot and wait for the sunset to spread across the terraced fields, and feel the curvaceous beauty of nature.
6:30 PM
Back at the inn, under the romantic moonlight, we tasted the famous Longji wine of the Yao ethnic group, sampled Guilin's special food, and felt the leisurely life of the locals with our friends.
You will have free time in the evening. If the weather permits, you may even be able to see the starry sky.
Tourists who want to get up early to watch the sunrise tomorrow should not stay up too late.
Day 2 Dazhai → Scenic Area Entrance → Yangshuo Hotel → Free time
06:00
Friends who get up early to watch the sunrise can go to the viewing platform on their own to enjoy the Longji Rice Terraces bathed in the morning light. Friends who don’t want to join can continue to sleep until 7 o’clock.
07:00
Breakfast, free time in the morning, strolling around the terraced fields, relaxing, and taking photos with fellow tourists.
12:00
Check out and start going down the mountain after lunch
2:00 PM
Arrive at the entrance of Longji Rice Terraces Scenic Area and take a bus to Yangshuo
4:00 PM
Arrive at Yangshuo hotel and check in.
The afternoon is free for you to explore Yangshuo in your own way. Here are some recommended options:
Rafting/cycling on the Yulong River allows you to experience up close the "Guilin landscape is the best in the world" and the picturesque scenery along the Yulong River.
Enjoy the large-scale performances of Impression Liu Sanjie and Eternal Love of Guilin, and learn about the history and culture behind Guilin through a visual feast;
Rock climbing/caving challenges. Yangshuo's karst landscape is perfect for experiencing the outdoors. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned expert, you can find endless fun here.
Stroll around and try out various local snacks and delicacies in Yangshuo;
Day 3 Hotel → Xingping Ancient Town → Xianggong Mountain → Xingping Ancient Town → Yangshuo Station → Guangzhou
·morning
After breakfast, head to Xingping Ancient Town to explore the remains of this ancient commercial port. Remember to bring your 20-yuan note, as the design on the back of the note is from this area. You may also encounter Li River ospreys here.
From the pier, take a ferry to the foot of Xianggong Mountain Scenic Area. Xianggong Mountain is one of Yangshuo's most iconic landmarks. Reaching the summit is a simple, 15-minute hike, offering breathtaking views of the Li River and its surroundings. Peaks rise like mushrooms after rain, while the Li River's first bend winds through the peaks and forests – a truly breathtaking sight.
·afternoon
For lunch, you can have a meal in Xingping Ancient Town or choose to share your meal with your team.
Take the train to Yangshuo Station at the appropriate time. (Depending on the actual train schedule, take the train in advance.)
Return to Guangzhou by high-speed train between 16:05 and 18:08. Estimated arrival time in Guangzhou is around 18:33-20:43 [Details based on ticket purchase, refer to train numbers D1859, D1805, D1813, and D1897]
