China · Cycling Tour

3-Day Guilin and Yangshuo Tour with Biking and Li River Cruise

3 Days Round trip from Yangshuo Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cycle through scenic countryside and raft on the tranquil Yulong River
02 Climb Moon Hill for breathtaking panoramic views
03 Ride a cable car on Ruyi Mountain and walk across its glass bridge
04 Cruise the Li River by local motorized boat to Nine Horses Fresco

Embark on a weekend adventure to Yangshuo, exploring its picturesque countryside, cycling along serene rivers, and marvelling at stunning karst landscapes. Experience the charm of rural China, the thrill of bamboo rafting, and the beauty of the Li River.

Embark on a weekend adventure to Yangshuo, exploring its picturesque countryside, cycling along serene rivers, and marvelling at stunning karst landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Guilin

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Yangshuo

Arrival, meet your driver, then enjoy a private transfer to your Yangshuo hotel for check-in.

Day 02

Countryside Biking, Yulong River Rafting and Evening Show

Have breakfast, choose your favourite bikes, and cycle through the countryside to the Yulong River for a relaxed bamboo raft ride of about 40 minutes.
Enjoy yourselves on the boat and the scenery around you.
After the boat ride, continue biking to Moon Hill and climb to the top to see the lovely landscape surrounding the area.
Lunch is nearby at a local restaurant, and an afternoon cycle back to Yangshuo is available if needed.
In the evening, watch the great sound and light show performed on the Li River by 600 actors and actresses.

Overnight stay in Yangshuo.

Day 03

Ruyi Mountain Cable Car and Li River Boating

Have breakfast and check out from the hotel.
Drive to Ruyi Mountain, a famous mountain in Gaotian Town, and take the cable car from the bottom to the top.
Walk on the hillside after the cable car ride, enjoying the green scenery and karst formations around you.
Walk on the glass bridge for a unique experience, then take the cable car back down.
Take a private transfer from Ruyi Mountain to Xingping to board a local motorized boat on the Li River, floating from the dock to Nine Horses Fresco and back on a ride of roughly 50 minutes.
Stroll around the old street in Xingping if time allows.
After this, a private transfer will take you to the train station for your departure.

Tour ends.

Where this trip takes you

Moon Hill viewpoints, Yulong River bamboo raft, Li River to Nine Horses Fresco

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Yangshuo 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transfer as specified
Accommodation
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees for the listed sites
Listed activities

What's Not Included

Meals
Optional activities
Laundry
Tips
Flight and train tickets
Personal insurance

What to bring

Walking shoes
Relaxing clothes and a waterproof jacket in case it rains

Know before you go

This trip is for people who work in China and can travel during the weekend. Since there is a time limitation, we will only cover some highlights in the Yangshuo area, including biking in the countryside and taking a local cruise on the Li River. In such a short time, this itinerary makes sure you can still see the gorgeous places surrounded by karst mountains.

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