Guilin's scenery is the best in the world.
by WALTER FLETCHER
May 2, 2025
People say Guilin's scenery is the best in the world, and Yangshuo's scenery is the best in Guilin.
If you come to Guilin for tourism🍃, you must come to Yangshuo to make the trip worthwhile.
As a native of Guilin, I have compiled a detailed travel guide.
Remember to read it patiently!
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Itinerary Overview:
Route 1
08:30 Depart from Guilin
09:30 Check in at the CNY 20 scenic spot
10:00 Xingping Ancient Town (free check-in)
11:30 Yulong River bamboo raft (two-person bamboo raft)
12:00 Drive through the Ten-Mile Gallery and Moon Hill Moon Appreciation Trail
14:30 Xiangong Mountain
17:30 Return to Guilin and end the trip
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Highlights:
It combines the two core attractions of Li River (CNY 20 scenic spot + Xingping Ancient Town) and Yulong River (bamboo raft + Ten-Mile Gallery).
The time arrangement is compact, suitable for tourists who want to check in efficiently.
Xiangong Mountain sunset (viewing available at 17:30 return).
Note:
Lunch needs to be arranged by yourself. It is recommended to solve it along the way in Xingping Ancient Town or the Ten-Mile Gallery.
Suitable for: Tourists who prefer a fast pace and want to cover most of the popular attractions.
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Route 2
09:00 Depart from Guilin
10:30 Take a silent Li River bamboo raft (including round-trip pier transportation)
11:30 Check in at the CNY 20 scenic spot
12:30 Xingping Ancient Town (free check-in)
14:00 Drive through the Ten-Mile Gallery and Moon Hill Moon Appreciation Trail
15:30 Xiangong Mountain
18:00 Return to Guilin and end the trip
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Highlights:
The silent bamboo raft (no engine noise) is more suitable for immersive appreciation of the Li River scenery.
The order of attractions is reasonable, avoiding the peak of bamboo raft queues in the morning (take it at 10:30).
There is plenty of time to stay at Xiangong Mountain (15:30–18:00), which is suitable for photography enthusiasts.
Note:
Lunch needs to be settled in Xingping Ancient Town. It is recommended to try local delicacies (such as beer fish and Guilin rice noodles).
The Ten-Mile Gallery is a car tour. If you want to ride a bicycle, you need to reserve extra time (you can consult the driver for adjustments).
Suitable for: Tourists who value the bamboo raft experience and like a leisurely pace.
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Route 3
08:00 Depart from Guilin
09:30-10:30 Samsung cruise on the Li River
12:00 Delicious airline meal (included)
14:00 Approx. 4 hrs panoramic view of the Li River, disembark at Yangshuo Longtou Mountain Pier
14:30 Drive through the Ten-Mile Gallery and Moon Hill Moon Appreciation Trail
15:30 Yulong River two-person bamboo raft
18:00 Return to Guilin and end the trip
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The Samsung cruise takes 4 hours, allowing you to fully appreciate the essence of the Li River (such as Nine Horses Painting Mountain and Yellow Cloth Reflection).
Includes a boat meal, saving time for lunch arrangements.
The Yulong River bamboo raft is arranged in the afternoon to avoid the midday sun.
Suitable for: Tourists who want to experience the Li River cruise in depth and are obsessed with aerial photography-level scenery.
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Itinerary Highlights:
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Post by Yun Feng travels | May 7, 2025























