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LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Get to know Guilin in one day on this private full-day tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, explore the landmark of Guilin-Elephant Trunk Hill including the Yunfeng Temple, and walk to the Puxian Tower on the peak to enjoy the panoramic views of the city and Li River. Admire the rock formations within Reed Flute Cave, then discover the 1000 years old Daxu Old Town to find out the primitive simplicity, with a long history and lots of traditional Chinese residences. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, Lunch and door to door transfer.
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Travel by private vehicle
Entrance Fee
Accommodation
Gratuities
What to expect
Elephant Trunk Hill (Xiangbishan)
1h · Admission ticket included
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your Guilin hotel, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, embark upon your Private day tour of the city's sights. Discuss the historical highlights and attractions you wish to see with your knowledgeable guide who will help you plan an itinerary according to your interests. Then, set off and explore. Typically, you will start with the Elephant Trunk Hill.
Elephant Trunk Hill is the landmark of Guilin. It has been a famous tourism destination since the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907). The hill looks like a giant elephant drinking water from the river.
Xiangbi Moutain Puxian Tower
30m · Admission ticket included
Enjoy a vigorous walk to the top, visit the the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) Puxian Tower which was built to worship Samantabahdra. Get to learn its history from your tour guide, then enjoy the panoramic views of the city, Li River and surrounding scenery.
Yunfeng Temple
30m · Admission ticket included
Continue to Yunfeng Temple-one of the famous ancient temples of Guilin. Which was the dwelling place of Monk Jianzhen, an eminent monk of the Tang Dynasty, crossing over to Japan six times to spread Buddhist doctrines and help regularize monks' behavior. Stroll around the temple and the exhibition gallery on the second floor.
Reed Flute Cave (Ludi Yan)
2h · Admission ticket included
Afterwards, heading to Reed Flute Cave. Over millions of years, dripping water has eroded the cave to create a special world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations. Explore important spots in the attraction such as :Tower-shaped Pine,Crystal Palace etc. Despite the fantastic natural scenery inside Reed Flute Cave, there are many writings on the wall. There are 77 travelogues and poems left, which are derived from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).
Daxu Ancient Town
2h · Admission ticket included
Then, heading to Daxu Old Town.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch first. Then spend some leisure time to explore.
As a typical and well preserved traditional Chinese town, Daxu old town is a jewel of culture and history that is still ranked as an off-the-beaten track sight. The charming ancient town of Daxu has a history tracing back to more than 1,000 years ago. Originally constituted during the early Northern Song Dynasty (960 – 1126), Daxu is a jewel for ancient buildings and temples.
Stroll around the the long and narrow blue flagstone paths. Houses on both sides are made of black brick and grey tile in the style of the Ming (1368-1644AD) and Qing Dynasty (1644-1911AD), reflecting historical vicissitudes over past years. Explore the local shops and restaurants. Admire the Gaozu Temple and the Hanhuang Temple which was built in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Standing on the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Longevity Bridge and appreciate the charming scenery of the Li river, nearby Millstone Hill and Snail Hill across the bank.
When you are ready to leaven, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick you up from your hotel in Guilin, please provide your hotel details when make booking.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
