Context
Guilin's landscape has inspired poets and artists for centuries—the sight of limestone karst peaks rising through the mist, and the sleepy settlements along the Li River have been eulogized in poems and paintings throughout China's history. In this journey we take our time to fully appreciate the lush, mesmerizing scenery of Guilin and it’s nearby neighbor, Yangshuo.

We start our journey with both evening and daytime explorations of the Li River. Once in laid-back Yangshuo, we venture outside the town and enter a delightfully enchanting countryside with terraced rice paddies and traditional farms. We tour the surrounding farms both on foot and by bicycle, visiting the famous views from Moon Hill, learning about local crafts, and savoring the relaxed pace of life. We even have the opportunity to venture underground—where the scenery continues with caves of crystallized stalactites and stalagmites. Before heading home, we get an intimate taste of local life by visiting a small fishing village and dining with a native family.

Comfort Level
Moderate walking tour
Our generally short, 3-5 day journeys will walk about 4 to 6 hour each day. Some trips may include day excursions to sights outside the city. Hiking difficulty will be minimal and won’t require any technical preparation. Because these trips tour through China's most developed cities, accommodations will be in full service, westernized hotels. These trips are great for quick business tours, light vacation, and families with younger children.