Guilin & Yangshuo
1 nights · Central Guilin, near Shanhu Lake
Keep the arrival stroll short and arrange the next morning’s Mopanshan pier transfer from one base.
Guilin & Yangshuo · 3 nightsGuilin & Yangshuo · 1 nightsGuilin to Yangshuo: let the river set the pace
A one-way river journey, then three nights among Yangshuo’s fields and peaks.
Why this itinerary works
Sleep in Guilin before the one-way Mopanshan cruise, then keep your next base in Yangshuo.
Cycling and rafting get separate, unhurried days; neither needs to become an all-day checklist.
Three Yangshuo nights give you two full countryside days and a clear final day for the journey out.
The itinerary
Mopanshan Pier (磨盘山码头) → Longtoushan Pier, Yangshuo (阳朔龙头山码头)
About 4–5 hours on the water; allow most of the day including pier transfers.
Planning estimate; choose a dated service before booking.Guilin & Yangshuo
3 nights · Yangshuo town edge, away from West Street nightlife
Stay close enough for meals and transfers while sleeping away from the busiest bar strip.
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The moments you’ll remember
Elephant Trunk Hill’s arch meets its reflection in the evening river.
Elephant Trunk Hill ›The morning boat turns, limestone peaks unfolding beyond the bow.
Li River Cruise (Guilin to Yangshuo) ›River air on your face, the next peak drifting past.
Li River Cruise (Guilin to Yangshuo) ›
Morning pedals pause by Yulong fields, peaks above the handlebars.
Ride the Yulong riverside path from Mountain Retreat ›
Fuli’s stone bridge arches above the raft on the morning river.
Fuli Bridge: a gentle raft ride on the upper Yulong ›The pole dips; morning ripples spread beside the bamboo raft.
Fuli Bridge: a gentle raft ride on the upper Yulong ›6 moments · swipe →
Before you go
- Lijiang Samsung Sightseeing Boat (Mopanshan Passenger Port) — Full-route Li River cruise, scenic-authority purchase notice: buy at least one day before sailing.
Choose a dated rail or flight service before booking.
Day by day
MorningAfternoonEvening
Guilin & Yangshuo · 1 nights
Day 1
Arrive in Guilin and stretch your legs
A short riverside look at Elephant Trunk Hill is enough today; leave the rest for arrival and the next morning’s pier transfer.
Arrive in Guilin and stretch your legs
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Guilin & Yangshuo · 3 nights
Day 2
Move to Yangshuo by river
The cruise and transfers occupy morning and afternoon. West Street is a short, removable evening wander after checking in.
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Day 3
Fields and river bends by bicycle
Use the selected Yulong River route. Keep the afternoon free, with a vehicle or walking alternative if cycling does not suit your group.
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Day 4
A short raft ride, a long afternoon
The raft starts and ends at Fuli Bridge wharf; arrange the separate journey from your Yangshuo hotel. Keep the afternoon open. For four days, remove this day and one Yangshuo night.
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Day 5
Leave the valley without rushing
Allow the full first half of the day for the transfer to your booked station or airport. A Yangshuo hotel does not put you beside Yangshuo railway station.
Leave the valley without rushing
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Comes with the plan
Before you go
- Lijiang Samsung Sightseeing Boat (Mopanshan Passenger Port) — Full-route Li River cruise, scenic-authority purchase notice: buy at least one day before sailing.
Rail or flight legs need a dated service before booking.
On the ground
Buying and boarding trains →Guilin & Yangshuo practical card →Guilin & Yangshuo practical card →Perks on this itinerary
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