Peakpool Brook Hideaway
50 meters south of Xianzonglin Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute, Baofeng Road, Jundiping Subdistrict, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China
Tour Overview
1 Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Guilin downtown area 2-3 Yangshuo Li River Cruise, Yangshuo Countryside, Yulong River (biking, bamboo rafting experience), West Street
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Cities
Guilin
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 Arrival in Guilin | Airport Pick-up and Hotel Check-in
Ni Hao! Welcome to Guilin. Our staff will pick you up at the airport or train station and take you to your central‑city hotel. Spend the remainder of your day resting or exploring independently.
Getting to Guilin Direct flights operate from Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, Chengdu and Hong Kong. High‑speed trains connect Guilin with Guangzhou (3 h), Hong Kong (4 h), Chengdu (5.5 h) and Zhangjiajie (7 h).
Suggestions for your free time (self‑guided) If your arrival is early, visit these easy‑to‑reach downtown spots: ‑ Jingjiang Princes’ City: A Ming‑Dynasty royal palace older than the Forbidden City. Hike Solitary Beauty Peak for full city panoramas. ‑ East‑West Alley: Revitalised old district featuring shops, cafés and street food. Taste local Guilin rice noodles and observe traditional folk‑art performances. ‑ Two‑Rivers‑and‑Four‑Lakes Cruise (Optional‑Evening): 1‑hour night boat trip past brightly lit bridges, pagodas and classical waterside gardens.
Day 2
Day 2 Guilin to Yangshuo Tour | Li River Cruise, Yangshuo Countryside, West Street
After breakfast, travel one hour by car to Mopanshan Pier for your relaxing 4‑hour, 83‑km Li River cruise heading for Yangshuo.
Look out for famous sights: Nine‑Horse Fresco Hill, Yellow Cloth Shoal, and the iconic landscape printed on the back of the 20‑RMB note.
Day 3
Day 3 Yangshuo to Guilin Tour & Departure | Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave
After breakfast, take your final peaceful stroll across Yangshuo countryside, then drive back to Guilin.
‑ Elephant Trunk Hill: Guilin’s signature landmark at the meeting point of Li River and Peach Blossom River. The rock looks like a huge elephant drinking water. Tour Water‑Moon Cave and view Tang‑Song dynasty stone inscriptions inside the 12‑metre arch.
‑ Reed Flute Cave: “Palace of Nature’s Art”, a spectacular limestone cave full of oddly‑shaped stalactites and stalagmites. Colourful lights brighten formations like Lion Peak and Primitive Forest. Visit Crystal Palace for perfect water reflections, and watch the Water Curtain Movie about the cave’s long‑term geological development.
At the end of your tour, your guide and driver will take you to the airport or train station for your departure.
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Brief itinerary
Highlights of Guilin & Yangshuo Countryside
Praised as China’s most beautiful landscape, Guilin and Yangshuo await your discovery on this 3‑day tour. Perfect for families, nature lovers and photographers, this journey features Li River cruising, tranquil Yulong River rafting and the dazzling underground scenery of Reed Flute Cave.
Visit iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, wander Yangshuo’s vibrant West Street, and enjoy a balanced mix of stunning nature and local culture. Everything is well arranged for a smooth, relaxing private travel experience.
route features
Route Features ‑ Complete karst landscape experience: Li River cruise, Yulong River bamboo raft, rural countryside, Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave underground cavern. ‑ Multiple ways to explore Yangshuo countryside: private car, cycling or scooter option, witness authentic local farming life. ‑ Flexible onboard meal choices: traditional Chinese lunch or pre‑bookable western‑style packed lunch. ‑ Rich cultural & night‑time options: West Street, Two‑Rivers‑and‑Four‑Lakes cruise, and the spectacular outdoor show Impression Liu Sanjie. ‑ Well‑paced private tour ideal for families, photographers and first‑time visitors. Convenient final‑day transfer directly to airport or train station for easy departure. ‑ Excellent transport links, easy to combine with Zhangjiajie, Guizhou and other popular China destinations.
Exclusions
What’s Included
✅ Experienced driver + private air‑conditioned ground transport
✅ Licensed English‑speaking local guide for the full tour
✅ Scheduled hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
✅ Listed domestic economy flights / high‑speed train (2nd‑class) tickets
✅ Admission tickets, activities and meals mentioned in itinerary
✅ Travel accident insurance
✅ Complete tour service: planning, logistics, on‑trip execution & after‑trip support
What’s Excluded
❌ International flights to/from China
❌ China entry‑visa fees
❌ Personal spending: laundry, drinks and other private costs
❌ Single‑room supplement
❌ Optional experiences not specified in itinerary
❌ Arrival / departure flights or train tickets on first & last day
❌ Tips and gratuities for guide and driver
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