Real Tastes of Guilin: Street food, Tea, and Li River

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Tour Code: ODY-CN-25107

Destination: Guilin, Yangshuo

Duration5 Days
Tour TypePrivate & Bespoke
Tour Style Classic

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Break free from the usual ways and set off on a journey to discover Guilin leisurely through locals' eyes. Savor street bites hidden in the lively market and quiet alleys, enjoy a drink at a cave cafe nestled within a natural limestone cave, with views of the city and surrounding karst hills, and try your hand at tea picking, pan-frying, and then savor a cup of tea you've prepared in the Tea Science Research Institute. Venture deep into Guilin's landscapes through hiking, cycling, and bamboo rafting along the Li River. Immerse yourself in the sights, tastes, and adventures offering the real taste of Guilin.

Itinerary Summary

DAY	PLACE	HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 2	Guilin	City Foodie Tour, Cave Cafe & Tea Tasting
3 - 5	Yangshuo	Li River Bamboo Rafting, Xianggong Mountain, Countryside Cycling

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Guilin

Welcome to Guilin! After you touch down, your private guide and driver will warmly greet you and take you to your hotel. Relax for the rest of the day at the hotel or explore downtown Guilin at your own pace.

Guilin

Day 2: Guilin Flavors: Street Foods, Tea and Cave Cafe

Begin the day with Guilin's most iconic breakfast, a bowl of rice noodles topped with meat, fresh vegetables, and pickled beans. Stroll through local neighborhoods and sample a variety of street snacks, offering a glimpse into the city's everyday food culture. Continue to the Tea Science Research Institute for a hands-on tea activity, from picking fresh leaves to pan-frying and brewing your own tea.

Later, visit Chuanshan Cave, known for its striking limestone formations shaped over thousands of years. Hidden within the mountainside, a cave cafe offers a unique setting for a relaxing drink among natural rock chambers. From the cafe, take in views of the city below and the distinctive karst peaks rising in the distance.

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Guilin

Day 3: Li River Bamboo Rafting and Light Hiking

This morning, take a car ride to Yangdi Pier, located in Yangshuo County. Hop on a bamboo raft for a leisurely drift and marvel at the breathtaking landscapes along the scenic Li River, including the famous Nine Horses Fresco Hill.

After disembarking, start a light hike towards Xingping Town, admiring the crystal-clear Li River as it twists dramatically through towering peaks. Upon reaching Xingping Town, take a short electric shuttle and cross by ferry to Dabeihe Village, a riverside village surrounded by serene mountains and water, where you will spend the night.

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Yangshuo

Day 4: Xianggong Mountain, Countryside Biking

After breakfast, travel to Xianggong Mountain and climb to one of the finest viewpoints over the Li River. From the summit, the river winds between countless limestone peaks, creating the landscape that has long defined Guilin and Yangshuo.

Continue with a bike ride through the Yangshuo countryside. Quiet roads pass fields, orchards, riverside scenery, and limestone hills rising directly from the surrounding farmland. The route reveals a different side of the region, with villages and agricultural landscapes set beneath Yangshuo's distinctive karst peaks. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure - whether relaxing in a café on West Street or setting off on an outdoor adventure.

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Yangshuo