An ink‑wash landscape brought to life. Mix balcony‑view lodges, bamboo rafting, panoramic rice‑terrace walks, and quiet valley paths.
Guilin 1 night → Yangshuo 2 nights → Longji 2 nights
River moods: Dawn bamboo raft float and golden‑hour river bend views
Trails: Secret karst valley loops, old stone lanes, terrace ridgeline paths
Craft & flavor: Rice‑wine tasting, bamboo‑shoot stir‑fries, farmer’s table lunch
Day 1 — Guilin arrival
Twilight walk along Two Rivers Four Lakes
Night photography at lit pagodas and bridges
Local noodles and early rest
Day 2 — Yangshuo valleys
Sunrise bamboo raft on the Yulong’s quiet reach
Secret valley loop hike with karst panoramas
Café terrace time and calligraphy postcard session
Day 3 — Peaks and caves
Short karst summit climb for 360° views
Optional limestone cave with dramatic chambers
Sunset at the river bend, street snacks after dark
Day 4 — Longji terraces
Transfer to terrace village and stairway ascent
Ridgeline walk between viewpoints with picnic
Fireplace dinner in a wooden inn
Day 5 — Terrace morning
Dawn terrace loop and farm breakfast
Village craft stop for rice‑wine tasting
Transfer to airport or rail
Culinary & ritual notes
Country cooking class with terrace herbs and bamboo dishes
Balcony tea at dusk with 10‑minute stretch
Practical details
Logistics: Private vehicle; short local transfers
Gear: Light hikers, sun and rain protection
Accessibility: Many stone stairs in terrace villages
Guilin: Rivers, Peaks & Hidden Trails
5 days
From $2,800 pp/ twin share
This is a sample plan. We customise every activity to suit your needs.
