Guilin: Longji Rice Terraces Full-Day Tour with Village Walks

5.0 (7 reviews) Guilin, China
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join this full-day tour to discover breathtaking views and traditional ethnic culture at Longji Rice Terraces. You’ll experience genuine village life up close.
Enjoy approximately 3 hours of hiking across the iconic terraces.
What you’ll experience:
• Wander through the stunning Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces
• Explore Zhuang traditions with your dedicated private guide
• Taste classic local dishes like bamboo rice, bamboo chicken, etc.

What's included

  • Private transfer with an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Air-conditional vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee: 80 Yuan per person
  • Gratuities
  • Toll fees: 40 Yuan for one way
  • Pickup from Yangshuo or Xingping hotels: Additional fee of private transfer: USD 70.00 per booking

What to expect

  1. Guilin
    10m
    Your driver guide will pick you up at 9:00 am or at a time of your choice from the lobby of your hotel, Guilin Railway Station, Guilin Airport, Guilin city center, or any other designated location.
  2. Longji Rice Terraces
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    It takes about a 2-hour drive from Guilin to the parking area of Longji Rice Terraces. Longji Rice Terraces is divided into three main sections: Ancient Zhuang Village Rice Terraces, Ping'an Rice Terraces, and Dazhai Rice Terraces. Today, we will explore two of these areas—Ancient Zhuang Village Rice Terraces and Ping'an Rice Terraces—giving you the opportunity to experience as much of the rice terraces as possible during this day tour.
    The Zhuang Village Rice Terraces, considered the origin of the Longji terraced fields, is a less-visited, off-the-beaten-path destination. Ping'an Rice Terraces is renowned for its stunning beauty, Along the trail, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of rice paddies, ancient villages, bamboo groves, and passion fruit gardens as we make our way to Ping'an Rice Terraces. When we reach the famous "Seven Stars with Moon" viewing point at Ping'an, we’ll stop for photos. After taking in the magnificent scenery, we’ll find a nice spot to enjoy lunch.
  3. Guilin
    10m
    After an unforgettable day exploring Longji Rice Terraces, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin. The return trip takes about 2 hours, giving you time to relax or take a nap in the comfort of your private vehicle.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The driver guide will have a sign of your name

End point

The driver guide will have a sign of your name

Pickup details

The driver-guide will have a sign of your name

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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