Guilin Tours & Travel Packages 2026
Guilin is a destination known for its exceptional natural wonders and rich cultures. A professional and reliable tour operator based in Guilin, Easy Tour China provides authentic Guilin tour packages that go beyond the ordinary.
In the southwest of China, lies the magic land of Guilin with beguiling natural beauty, diverse ethnic cultures, and centuries-old history. "East or west, the Guilin landscape is the best." This well-known old Chinese saying may explain why Guilin is one of the top travel destinations in China for both travelers and expats.
Guilin is a year-round destination. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a Li River boat cruise to see the surreal karst landscape, cycle through serene rural countryside while observing farmers working in the fields, or engage in a little adventure like bamboo rafting, kayaking, rocks climbing, etc. You can also shop at the wet market, learn to cook Guilin food like a local, stroll through the beautiful terraced rice fields of Longji, and explore the ethnic cultures of the Yao and Zhuang people. Yangshuo has something to offer everyone.
Best Guilin Tours 2026/2027
These private Guilin tours and Yangshuo tour packages are the most popular itineraries for visiting the highlights of the Guilin area, including the Li River cruise, Reed Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill, Longji rice terraces, and ethnic villages. All of the Guilin tour packages listed below can be customized to suit your interests and preferences.
4-day Classic Guilin & Yangshuo Tour with Li River Cruise
Take the 4 days classic Guilin tour and be impressed with the fairyland of green peak, crystal water and spectacular caves...
6-day Guilin, Yangshuo & Longji Discovery
Immerse yourself in an all-side exploration of Guilin - its breathtaking landscape, ethnic culture, and authentic local lifestyle.
5-day Guilin Tour with Longji Rice Terraces Exploration
This Guilin tour package escort you to explore the highlights of Guilin, Yangshuo and the Longsheng Longji Rice Terraces.
5-day Relaxing Yangshuo Tour with Real Local Experience
Explore the idyllic countryside of Yangshuo in depth with authentic experiences: cooking local food, practicing Taichi, bamboo rafting...
2-day Longji Rice Terraces Tour with Ping'an Village
Feast your eyes on the mesmerizing scenery of the Longji Rice Terraces and explore ethnic cultures and their lifestyle.
Guilin Tours by Theme
Some of our private Guilin tour packages have specific themes to help you easily find the type of Guilin trip you are seeking. Take a look at our themed tours of Guilin below, or contact us to start planning your Guilin tour if you can't find what you are looking for.
3-day Guilin Tour for Seniors
Specially designed for senior visitors and elderly couples. Private tour guide & vehicle, proper tour pace, and maximum flexibility.
8-day Guilin Photography Tour
This is a photography focused Guilin tour to capture Guilin's most enchanting karst scenery of Li River and Longji rice terraces.
8-day Guilin Hiking Tour
A private guided Guilin hiking tour for the most unique karst landscape and heavenly countryside scenery inside & outside Guilin.
3-day Guilin Biking Tour
Take a 104km Guilin bike tour to explore the exclusive off-the-beaten trails with spectacular karst mountains & tranquil countryside.
5-day Guilin Winter Tour to Yangshuo & Sanjiang
Enjoy a winter tour to explore the picturesque countryside of Yangshuo and the unspoiled villages of Sanjiang at the cheapest price.
China Tours from Guilin
These hand-picked China tours are designed for expats living in China or Guilin, as well as for those who want to delve deeper into China starting from Guilin and explore off-the-beaten-path sites.
7-day Guilin Tour with Extension to Sanjiang Dong Minority Village
- Explore traditional ethnic custom and original dwelling
- Learn to prepare local food at a villager's family
12-day Exploration of Southwest China
- Colorful ethnic cultures and heavenly landscape of Yunnan
- Chengdu pandas & Giant Buddha sculpture
8-day Scenic Guilin & Chengdu Tour
- Highlights of Guilin area
- Lovely pandas and scenic Jiuzhaigou Valley
7-day Guilin Guangzhou Essence Tour
- Li River cruise to Yangshuo, Longji terraces fields
- Chen Clan Ancestral Hall & Xiguan Old Houses
8-day Guilin + Yangtze Cruise Combo
- Guilin karst mountains & Yulong River bamboo rafting
- Ciqikou Old Town & relaxing Yangtze River Cruise
11-day Guangxi & Guizhou Mountain Tribe Adventure
An adventure to see rural life of Dong, Yao, Miao, Shui and other minority people in Guangxi and Guizhou Mountainous areas.
Popular China Tours including Guilin
As one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations, China is a very unique country. Book a private China tour to discover the diversity of the country. Visiting the majestic Great Wall of China and the astonishing Terra Cotta Warriors. Encounter with lovely giant pandas in Chengdu. Cruise through the picturesque Yangtze River. Venture off the beaten path to less-visited rural villages. More authentic travel activities in China are waiting for you to explore.
20-day China Odyssey Tour
Marvel at the many faces of China on this multi-sensory tour. Historical & cultural immersion, amazing food, natural wonders...
11-day China Highlights Tour
Best China tour for first-time visitors to China. Must-see attractions, history and authentic rural China.
16-day China Impression Tour with Yangtze Cruise
Discover the real China with landmarks visits and cruise two of China's most beautiful rivers – the Yangtze and Li River.
13-day Highlights of China Tour for Families with Kids
A specifically tailored China tour for families with children to explore China's most popular destinations and create lifelong memories.
16-day Scenic China Tour
Embrace the most fantastic sceneries and highlights of China: the Great Wall, Zhangjiajie Hallelujah Mountain, Guilin karst landscape...
13-day Authentic China Tour
Get to know China's authentic traditional culture and medicine, experience yourself the local way of living at Chinese countryside.
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What Our Customers Say?
I have just completed an 11 day tour of Shanghai, Guilin, Xian and Beijing all booked and organised by Easy Tour China. Jackie at Easy Tours China did all my bookings and made all the arrangements Jackie was fantastic throughout the whole process, making sure I was happy with the arrangements checking with me reach day to see if I enjoyed each your and if I needed any assistance.
- Mr. Bernard, Ireland
Our experience was so good I wanted to take the time to sign up as a reviewer. My husband and I did a three day self-guided tour in Guangxi Province through Easy Tour China and it was a flawless experience. Easy Tour China provided us with the type of route I requested (we are grandma and grandpa weekend cyclists), a cell phone pre-loaded with a route (you should be pretty proficient with gps if you go self-guided), great bikes, and the best trip coordinator ever, Robert Liu.
- Anne, USA
Guilin Tours FAQs
1. When is the Best Time to Visit Guilin and Yangshuo?
Generally speaking, Guilin is suitable for travel year-round. The best time to visit Guilin and Yangshuo is from May to October. This is because during this period, you can experience the most attractive highlights of Guilin, such as its picturesque Li River, karst mountains, rural countryside, and natural beauty. The golden period to visit the Guilin Longji rice terraces is during the months of May and June in the spring, and September and October in the autumn. You can find out more details about Guilin weather by month.
2. What are the Best Things to Do in Guilin?
The top things to do and best places to visit in Guilin include:
- Cruise the Li River: A gentle and relaxing Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo offers a mesmerizing landscape with jutting karst peaks, bamboo groves, and clear waters. It is one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the Li River.
- Explore Yangshuo countryside: Absorb the rural beauty by taking a bike ride through paddy fields and tranquil villages, or embark on a bamboo rafting experience on the Yulong River. Alternatively, you can enjoy the excitement of a thrilling rock climbing adventure.
- Discover the Longji Rice Terraces: Experience the stunning scenery of the Longsheng and Longji Rice Terraces fields (Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces) and explore the distinctive cultures of the local minority groups, such as the Zhuang and Yao peoples.
- Visit Reed Flute Cave: A landmark in Guilin and one of the most famous and spectacular natural limestone caves in China.
- Try Guilin Rice Noodles: Take your taste buds on an adventure with the most popular local street food in Guilin.
3. What are Li River cruise boats like?
There are 2 levels of cruise boats available for service from Guilin to Yangshuo: 4-star and 3-star cruise boats. In order to have a better Li River cruise experience, we recommend the 4-star cruise boat because it provides modern facilities, a less crowded environment, and better food (buffet lunch). If you prefer a more affordable 3-star boat, we can also arrange that for you.
4. Can I apply for the 72-hour visa-free or 144-hour visa-free transit for a layover tour in Guilin?
Yes. You can apply for the 72-hour visa-free transit for a Guilin tour as long as you meet the requirements. The 72-hour visa-free transit policy allows nationals from over 50 countries to have a short stay (3 days) when passing through Guilin on their way to a third country or region. Click our 72-hour visa-free transit policy to find out if you are qualified or simply leave us a message.
Tourist groups from ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries can enjoy a 144-hour (6-day) visa-free stay in Guilin. The group should be received at Guilin Liangjiang Airport by a local travel agency such as Easy Tour China, and depart from Guilin Liangjiang Airport. During the 144-hour period, all group members must remain in Guilin.