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For those who have about a week to spend in Hong Kong and are interested in the culture of mainland China, Guilin is a perfect choice.
High-speed rail only takes 3 hours from Hong Kong, Guilin offers a peaceful and scenic escape from the bustling city life. On this tour, you will experience the natural beauty of Guilin’s karst landscapes, cruise along the Li River, explore traditional Chinese culture, and enjoy delicious local cuisine.
Suggested 6-Day Hong Kong & Guilin Tour
| Day | Highlights |
|---|---|
| 1-2 Hong Kong | Free to explore the city on your own |
| 3-6 Guilin | Street food hunting, Terrace field hiking, Li River cruising, and countryside exploring |
Tour Map
Tour ‘Wow’ Points
Walk on a Less-visited Rice Terrace Trail
Have a moderate walk in Ping’an Zhuang Village. Immerse yourself in stunning views of the terraced landscapes and the local culture.
Enjoy Biking Through a Scenic Countryside Route
Explore picturesque villages, rice paddies, limestone mountains, and winding rivers while biking through the peaceful countryside of Yangshuo.
Cruise Through the Stunning Karst Mountains
See graceful bamboo groves among the spectacular limestone peaks, and perhaps water buffaloes cooling off in the river. You may see fishermen gliding along on their narrow bamboo rafts…
Learn to Make Bamboo-tube Rice at a Local Minority Family
Bamboo-tube rice is a famous local food in Longji. Chat with the family and walk around their traditional wooden house, learn about mountain ethnic people’s life.
Tasting the Guilin Street Food
Try the traditional food and drink including local herbal tea, Guilin sauerkraut, osmanthus cake, sour and spicy rice noodles, and beef/mutton barbecue, with a Guilin dessert at the end.
Experience the Panoramic Vista of Hong Kong City(Optional)
Experience the Peak Tram and get up to the Peak Tower. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city from Victoria Peak.
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 | Beautiful landscapes in Guilin and Yangshuo We spent some beautiful days between Guilin and Yangshuo. Our guide Chase was wonderful! A kind and patient man. With him, we visited Guilin and the Longji Rice Terraces. We took a stunning cruise on the Lijiang River, and then in Yangshuo, we rented scooters and spent a lovely afternoon by the river. Five stars to Chase, and thank you for a trip we will never forget!moreAug 2025, Lerobyrecensioni | Amazing guide, Chan and wonderful Guilin and YangshuoGreat experience. We had the pleasure of visiting Guilin and Yangshuo and our guide, Chan was wonderful.She suggested to see the three lakes boat tour in Guilin and the Sanjie Liu Impression show in Yangshuo and those were some of the most memorable things we saw.Highly recomend staying at the Moondance hotel, outside Yangshuo – on the country side, for the wonderful views from the room. It felt like heaven.moreAug 2025, Navigate57945106640 | Ruta de 21 días por China |
Suggested Itinerary
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests and your schedule
Day 1Arrive in Hong Kong
After arrival at Hong Kong airport, you will be met by your guide to check-in at your hotel and have some time on your own to relax or explore near your hotel.
Day 2Hong Kong | Free and Leisure
Enjoy a free day in Hong Kong to do some shopping or sightseeing. Hong Kong is a heaven for shoppers, high-end fashion, funky styles, and other choices are around every corner.
Most of the famous attractions are close to the city center, such as Victoria Peak, Avenue of Stars, and Wong Tai Sin Temple. They are easy to access with the public transportation
Day 3Hong Kong to Guilin | Bullet Train and Street Food Tour
Breakfast
Hong Kong to Guilin | Bullet Train and Street Food Tour.
Start the food tour after check-in and refresh. We have selected small restaurants loved by locals. Your guide will walk with you and stop at seven places. You will try six Guilin foods/snacks and two locally made drinks. Enjoy the delicacies and learn the stories behind the food.
After the tour, you can back hotel or continue to explore the streets of Guilin and visit the night market on your own.
Day 4Guilin | Terrace Field and Make Bamboo-tube Rice
Breakfast & Lunch
Take a day trip to the Longji Rice Terraces. Viewed from the top of the mountains, they look like a dragon’s ribs protruding from the steep mountainsides; hence the name ‘Dragon’s Backbone’ (Longji).
Marvel at the stunning scenery of the terraced fields, interact with local ethnic minorities, and learn about their culture. You will visit a local minority family and learn how to make bamboo-tube rice as well as cook it the local way.
Day 5Yangshuo | Li River Cruise and Countryside Biking
Breakfast & Lunch
Packing your luggage, you will cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo along the Li River this morning. Enjoy the stunning views of limestone peaks, riverside villages, and lush greenery during the 4-hour cruise.
Biking through Yangshuo’s countryside after lunch. Set off on your adventure to discover hidden gems, rice paddies, winding paths, and the local way of life.
Stay overnight at Yangshuo.
Day 6Yangshuo to Guilin | Departure
Breakfast
It takes about 1.5 hours from Yangshuo to Guilin airport. The guide will confirm the pick-up time the day before and escort you to the airport on time.
Trip Notes
With so much to offer, it can be difficult for a first-timer to plan a trip that is both relaxing and filled with experiences. The itinerary above can be one possibility and your interests will decide how this trip is to be designed and executed.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
