West China Travel

Day 1 Guilin
Discover Guilin, China’s most picturesque city, where natural wonders await. Upon arrival, your local guide will greet you and accompany you to your hotel in the heart of Guilin.Start your exploration with a visit to Elephant Trunk Hill, an iconic symbol of Guilin’s landscape. Marvel at the giant rock formation resembling an elephant drinking water, and delve into its historical significance with stone carvings, Buddhist temples, and relics.Next, embark on a short drive to Reed Flute Cave, a breathtaking underground palace adorned with vibrant colors. Witness millions of years of natural artistry in the form of stalactites, stalagmites, stone shields, and cascading stone waterfalls.After your tour, return to your hotel, filled with unforgettable memories of Guilin’s natural beauty.
Day 2 Guilin-Longji Terrace
Embark on a scenic journey this morning, traveling 80 kilometers to Longji Rice Terrace, a marvel of agricultural engineering reaching heights of 1000 meters in Longsheng County, China. Along the way, visit Zhuang and Yao minority villages, including Huangluo Yao Village, known for its women with exceptionally long hair, some up to 1.7 meters. Continue to Dazhai at Jinkeng Rice Terraces, where you’ll capture stunning images of terraced fields resembling works of art. Hike to Golden Buddha Peak for panoramic views before descending via cable car to Tiantou Village for a restful night surrounded by picturesque rice terraces.
Day3 Longji Terrace-Guilin
Get up early and head to West Hill Music for stunning sunrise photos of the Longji Rice Terraces. Capture the serene beauty of the misty morning landscape. Return to your hotel for breakfast, then continue your adventure to the Large-scale Thousand-layer Terraces. Marvel at the layers of terraced fields cascading down the valley. Explore the culture of the Red Yao people in Jinkeng village, snapping shots of their traditional costumes and unique wooden houses. Finally, return to your hotel in Guilin City after a memorable day of photography.
Day 4 Guilin-Li River Cruise-Xinping Fish village.
Experience Guilin’s breathtaking landscape firsthand with a scenic Li River cruise from Mopanshan Pier to Yangshuo Town. Marvel at the winding river, towering limestone karst mountains, and picturesque countryside along the way, including iconic sights like A Painting of Nine Horses and the imagery from the 20 RMB note. Enjoy a simple local Chinese cuisine lunch onboard and snap up some snacks for the journey.After arriving in Yangshuo, relax at your hotel in Xingping Town before embarking on an afternoon photography tour of the ancient town’s historic architecture and quaint streets. Capture stunning sunset views of the Li River and surrounding hills, and opt for a traditional Li River fishing performance for an added cultural touch. Advance reservations are required for this optional experience.
Day 5 Xinping-Yangshuo
Start your morning at Huangbu Reflection, a renowned spot for sunrise photography. Capture Guilin’s stunning scenery as the sun illuminates the landscape. Include bamboo rafts and fishermen for an authentic touch. En route to Xingping, snap a shot of the famous 20 Yuan banknote scene. Return to your hotel for breakfast and relaxation.In the afternoon, head to Yangshuo for more breathtaking sights at Yulong River. Marvel at the picturesque countryside, documenting its beauty with your camera. Next, journey to Cuiping Five Fingers Mountain for a panoramic view of the lush countryside and sunset.Finally, settle into your accommodation at the foot of Xianggong Hill for a peaceful night’s rest.Optional activities at Yulong River include biking, hiking, bamboo rafting, and scooter rides. Customize your experience based on your preferences.
Day 6 Yangshuo-Guilin
Rise early to capture stunning sunrise views and morning hues at Xianggong Hill, offering unparalleled vistas of the Li River. Snap photos of sunbeams piercing through clouds, ever-changing mists, meandering river bends, and unique Yangshuo Karst formations. Don’t miss the quaint rural houses and boats traversing the orange-hued waters. After your photography session, return to your hotel for breakfast before heading to the airport or train station for your onward journey. Plan your departure for late afternoon or early evening.

Total Price: 2990CNY/1pax
1825/1pax for 2 ppl’s group
1450CNY/1pax for 3 ppl’s group
1225CNY/1pax for 4 ppl’s group

Inclusion:
1 An English Spoken Guide
2 An private vehicle with air-condition&driver
3 Total Expense on all entry ticket for the group
4 Ticket list:Zhangjiajie National Park, Cablecar, Elevator, Tianmen Mountain, Cablecar, shuttle bus, Glass Walk, Escalotor.

Notice On Tranportation:
1 Service starts from arrival pickup to departure dropoff. The price is based on this fixed itinerary, not the one for the whole day use to go anywhere we want. If use it to visit extra spots which is not in the itinerary, need to pay extra for the service.
2 The private transportation we hired is not allowed to enter Zhangjiajie National Park&Mt.Tianmen which offer their own shuttle buses. There are local villager’s vans inside the park,but their cars have no insurance covering if accidents happen, so we choose not to hire,additionally, the price is expensive.
3 In busy tourism season, it may be not the same van to serve us for everyday. The company has a few vans going around at different areas or spots. There nearest one probably will be assigned to offer the private transportation service for us.

Exclusion:
1 Hotel ( Book on your own online following the location of each day in the itinerary. In this case, you will have more options to choose to meet your preference.
2 Meal (leave it flexible to make the tour go more efficiently. If want it to be included: 60CNY/1dinner/1pax -(1-2pax Group), 50CNY/1dinner/1pax-(3 and up Group)
3 Supplement on: (Snacks,Drinks,Tips & Other personal expense)

Notice:The price offered is just a reference for your tour budget, Since the tour cost is dependent on a number of factors:(Travel seasons,Festival,Holiday,No.of travelers in your group,Standards of hotel&transportation,etc.) If you are interested in this tour or would like to custumize one based on this itinerary,please Contact Us with your tour requests and preferences to get the current one.Thanks

Notice: Tours in western Hunan,China can be customized from 1-8 days. if you have longer duration, anytime to enquire us for the tours you like.