You must stay at a riverside homestay by the Yulong River when visiting Yangshuo

You must stay at a riverside homestay by the Yulong River when visiting Yangshuo! Open the window to breathtaking landscape views—you'll regret not booking more nights😭 Here's a perfect 3-day, 2-night itinerary to experience the best of Yangshuo!

💫Day1:
Li River Highlights Cruise (Xingping Ancient Town → Nine-Horse Fresco Hill)
Start your morning with a bowl of Guilin rice noodles in Xingping Ancient Town, then take a bamboo raft through the most scenic section of the Li River! Snap photos of the 20 RMB background, Yellow Cloth Reflection, and Nine-Horse Fresco Hill—classic spots best visited in the morning for fewer crowds and perfect lighting📸

Afternoon: Yangshuo West Street
Must-visit at night! Explore quirky shops and bars, and try the beer fish at "Little Southern Country"—tender and flavorful, conveniently located at the West Street entrance.

💫Day2:
Yulong River Bamboo Rafting (Jinlong Bridge → Jiuxian Section)
The most beautiful rafting route with 9 thrilling drops—wear sandals, you'll get wet! The emerald river reflects swaying bamboo, creating surreal views.

Ten-Mile Gallery Bike Ride
Rent an e-bike in the afternoon to cruise past Moon Hill, Big Banyan Tree, and Butterfly Spring. Catch sunset at "Workers-Peasants Bridge"—the golden light on karst peaks is magical!

💫Day3:
Xianggong Mountain Sunrise
Depart at 4 AM for a 20-minute hike. When clouds and sunrise merge, it’s worth every step! Book a private car in advance.

🏡Stay Recommendation:
Choose a Yulong Riverside homestay! "Sugar House" offers prime views—wake up to mountains from your bed, plus an Instagrammable pool.

🍜Food Checklist:
✅Beer fish (Little Southern Country, West Street)
✅Guilin rice noodles (Lao Dongjiang Rice Noodles)
✅Stuffed river snails (Sister Xie Beer Fish)
✅Bamboo-tube rice (roadside stalls make the best!)