Guilin, China 6 Day Itinerary

July 8, 2024

6-Day Itinerary for Exploring Guilin, China 🇨🇳

Accommodation: Recommended: Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin or Sheraton Guilin Resort, Sheraton Grand
Lunch: Try local specialties at Li River Café or Yangshuo Jingan Steamboat Restaurant for hot pot experience.
Afternoon: Visit the Four Lakes & Two Rivers Area (四水二桥区) to enjoy the city’s scenery and relax at the Rose Lake (玫瑰湖).
Evening: Explore the vibrant nightlife in the Two Rivers Road area and try some local snacks.
Tips: Download a reliable translation app for communicating with locals.

Morning: Take a Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo (榕圭岭) – highly recommended! Don’t forget your camera for the beautiful landscapes.
Lunch: Enjoy a buffet lunch onboard, or opt for local restaurants in Yangshuo upon arrival.
Afternoon: Visit Yangshuo County Park and explore the West Street (西街) for souvenirs and local food.
Evening: Participate in a cooking class, rent a bike to explore countryside scenery, or enjoy a spectacular evening show at Impressions of Sanjie Liu.

Morning: Take a day tour to visit the Longji (Dragon’s Backbone) Rice Terraces (龙脊 rice terraces). Explore Yulong Village and experience local Zhuang culture.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant with stunning views of the rice terraces.
Afternoon: Continue exploring the Longji area or return to Yangshuo for a relaxing afternoon at your leisure.
Dinner: Head back to Guilin and dine at Bamboo Baskets & Tea Pot for a taste of authentic Yunnan cuisine.

Morning: Visit the Seven Star Park (七星山公园) and hike up to see the seven peaks, enjoy the scenic views, and visit the small zoo for local wildlife encounters.
Lunch: Have lunch at Guilin Foreign & Overseas Students Restaurant for a variety of international food options.
Afternoon: Visit the Elephant Trunk Hill (象枪山) and take a boat ride along the Li River to enjoy more beautiful scenery.
Evening: Explore the Fubo Hill (扶波山) area for stunning views and local snacks.

Morning: Visit the famous Reed Flute Cave (芦笛山) and explore its stunning stalactite formations.
Lunch: Head to Gulou Snack Street for local delicacies like snail rice noodles and fish slices in chili oil.
Afternoon: Take a day tour to visit the Dong Minority Village (彝族村子) and learn about their unique culture and traditions.
Dinner: Return to Guilin and dine at Lonely Planet’s No. 1 Restaurant in Guilin for some of the best local cuisine in town.

Morning: Spend your last morning exploring any remaining attractions or shopping for souvenirs.
Lunch: Enjoy a final meal at one of Guilin’s famous restaurants before heading to the airport.
Departure: Check out from your hotel and head to the Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWE) for your flight home or onward journey.

Enjoy your trip to beautiful Guilin! 🇨🇳✨