China · Cruise & Sailing

Half-Day Li River Cruise in Guilin with 20 CNY Note Scenery

1 Day Round trip from Guilin Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience stunning views of the Li River and karst mountains from a river cruise
  • 02 Observe local wildlife, such as ducks and water buffaloes, along the riverbanks
  • 03 See the real landscape depicted on the 20 CNY note
  • 04 Enjoy a Chinese lunch while on the cruise

See the famous Li River and the karst mountains that rise along both sides of the water on this half-day cruise from Guilin. Widely regarded as one of China's most popular scenic areas, the route offers beautiful river views, local riverside life, and the chance to experience in real life the landscape featured on the 20 CNY note.

Marvel at the real-life scenery featured on the 20 CNY note.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
City Guilin
Languages Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Li River Cruise from Guilin

  • Start from your hotel in the morning and drive to the dock outside Guilin City, then board the boat and begin your cruise.
  • If the weather is good, claim a place on the deck to enjoy the marvellous landscape on both sides of the river and observe local life, including ducks, water buffaloes, and birds.
  • Marvel at the real-life scenery featured on the 20 CNY note. The whole trip takes about 3.5 hours.
Li River, karst mountains, 20 CNY note scenery

Where this trip takes you

Li River, karst mountains, 20 CNY note scenery

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Guilin 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Cruise ticket
  • Chinese lunch on the cruise
  • Private transfer in the morning from your hotel in Guilin to the dock

What's Not Included

  • Private guide
  • Drinks
  • Snacks
  • Personal insurance
  • Private transfer in Yangshuo

What to bring

  • Cash
  • Waterproof items

Know before you go

  • Tickets are given at the dock, so you must board the boat personally, as the driver is not allowed to enter the security area.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel lobby
Tour start
Guilin
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Guilin.

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