Sample Itineraries
Guilin and Yangshuo: 7-Day Private Tour (2027)
Explore Guilin's limestone caves and waterways before heading into Yangshuo's rural karst scenery for gentle cycling, bamboo rafting, and beginner climbing.
- Duration
- 6 nights / 7 days
- Pace
- Moderate (2 of 4)
- Cities
- Guilin → Yangshuo
- Best for
- Active families with children aged 6 to 14
Who this route is for
Designed for families with school-age children who want an outdoors-focused journey balanced with structured downtime. Base stays in Guilin and Yangshuo minimise packing up, while every active morning is paired with a restful afternoon. The pace stays gentle without losing the thrill of exploring the karst countryside. Climbing depends on the operator's requirements and each child's ability.
Reference prices
Price checked: 2 November 2026
- Independent
- From $1,900per person
- Private Guided
- From $3,000per person
Reference prices for 2027 trips · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
Season, hotel level and group size change the price; your consultant quotes the exact trip.
Compare what each level includesThe route
- 1. Guilin2 nights
- 2. Yangshuo4 nights
High-speed rail
Day by day
01
Arrival in Guilin
Guilin
Morning
Arrive at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, meet your driver, and transfer to your hotel by private car with child seats arranged on request.
Afternoon
Settle into your hotel rooms and take time to unpack, rest, and let the children recharge after travelling.
Evening
An easy evening stroll along the paved lakeside paths of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes area in central Guilin.
02
Caves and riverside views
Guilin
Morning
Explore Reed Flute Cave along sheltered walkways to view its illuminated stalactites, stalagmites, and rock pillars.
Afternoon
Rest at the hotel during the warmest part of the day, with quiet downtime for the children.
Evening
Visit Elephant Trunk Hill park at the junction of the Li and Peach Blossom rivers for a relaxed walk before dinner.
03
High-speed rail to Yangshuo
Yangshuo
Morning
Board the high-speed train from Guilin to Yangshuo station, then meet your driver for a private car transfer into town with child seats arranged on request.
Afternoon
Check in to your countryside hotel and rest at the hotel through the afternoon, with a swim if your hotel has a pool.
Evening
Take a short, relaxed stroll through pedestrian West Street to browse local craft stalls before an early dinner.
04
Cycling the karst valleys
Yangshuo
Morning
Set out on an easy family bike ride along flat village lanes, pedalling past rice paddies and limestone peaks.
Afternoon
Return to rest at the hotel through the afternoon to keep energy levels balanced.
Evening
A relaxed dinner near the hotel, sampling local vegetable and rice dishes at an unhurried pace.
05
Yulong River bamboo rafting
Yangshuo
Morning
Drift down the Yulong River on a bamboo raft with a licensed local operator, including their guide and safety gear, subject to the section's operating status and river conditions. Each child must meet the operator's current height and age rules and ride with an adult; anyone who does not qualify, or if rafting is not running, can take the riverside path walk instead.
Afternoon
Rest at the hotel through the afternoon, giving tired legs a break.
Evening
Dinner at a quiet village restaurant framed by evening karst silhouettes.
06
Karst rock climbing
Yangshuo
Morning
Join a kids' beginner outdoor climbing session with a licensed local operator, including their guide and safety gear. If the session cannot run, we plan a countryside walk instead.
Afternoon
Afternoon rest time at your hotel to cool off and recover from the morning crag session.
Evening
A farewell family dinner celebrating the week, enjoying local Guilin rice noodles and seasonal dishes.
07
Depart from Guilin
Yangshuo
Morning
A slow breakfast and some quiet time for the children, then, timed to your flight or train, a private car with child seats arranged on request to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport or Guilin West station.
Afternoon
Check in for your flight or train home, allowing comfortable time before departure.
Evening
Travel home.
Reference prices for 2027 trips
Two ways to take this route.
Your final price depends on hotels, car arrangements and what you ask for — usually a little above this, sometimes more.
Independent
From $1,900
per person · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
- Guide
- No full-time guide; add a guide for set times or sights
- Car
- On request
Private Guided
From $3,000
per person · reference price for 2 travelers sharing · international flights not included
- Guide
- English-speaking private guide throughout
- Car
- Private car throughout
Included on both
- Hotels selected by us, confirmed by you, usually with breakfast
- Transport inside China: high-speed rail, domestic flights and transfers, including 12306 handling
- Entrance tickets for the sights in your itinerary
- Restaurant bookings made ahead where China requires it
- 24h WhatsApp / WeChat support while you travel, plus the LocalKey app
Not included
- International flights — we can book them on request, quoted separately
- Visa fees — many passports can enter China visa-free. Check your passport
- Personal spending and shopping
- Travel insurance
Tipping is not customary in China. There are no tips in your price, and you do not need to tip anyone who looks after you during your trip.
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