Cycle through Ink Painting Landscapes
If you want to have a greener, healthier Guilin tour, relax in the great outdoors, and experience unique Guilin scenery and local lifestyles at your own speed, then discovering the beauty of Guilin by bicycle is a good choice.
On this 5-day tour, you will cycle along the spectacularly scenic Li and Yulong rivers and through the charming countryside of Guilin and Yangshuo. Follow your cycling guide to breathe lungfuls of fresh air amidst towering karst hills, get close to nature, and encounter local farmers.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Cycle through the Splendid Landscapes of Guilin on Less-Traveled Routes
Drop the 'set menu' made for ordinary tourists and see more of Guilin's amazing countryside.
Experience the Local Life of Rural South China
Discover the old towns of Daxu and Xingping, visit a nearby rural market (depending on market day), witness local people laboring in their orchards or rice fields…
A Professional Outdoor Cycling Coach Will Lead the Tour
We will specially arrange an experienced outdoor cycling coach (English speaking) to lead the way. Cycle a "GREE UCI World Tour - Tour of Guangxi" Mountain Stage. To avoiding the city traffic, we will transfer you from downtown to rural Daxu to start the cycling.
Stay Overnight in Hotels with Scenery at Every Turn
After the rewarding cycling, enjoy a relaxing stay in hotels with incredibly beautiful surroundings in Xingping and Yangshuo.
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Exciting trip in Guilin and Yangshuo
Our trip to Guilin and Yangshuo was guided by Henry, a very knowledgeable and helpful local guide. We visited in scorching heat and we had to make some adjustments to the program in order to be able to cope with the heat. Henry was very flexible and resourceful. For instance, he took as to learn and play mahjong in the afternoon, an activity which was lots of fun, and even offered us as a gift a small mahjong set for travel, which we highly appreciated. We also changed the visit to a water cave with a trip to Ruyi Peak, which was fitting our group better. The water cave exploration can be quite tricky as we understand and we have in our group a person over 60, therefore it did not seem appropriate. Instead, we agreed with Henry to visit Ruyi Peak, which offers spectaculor views over the karst scenery. We visited Da'xu ancient town and Red Flute cave in the first day, which was not so exciting, but the Li river cruise and visiting Yangshuo is really worthwhile. Henry also arranged for us to see the Impressions by SanjuLiu show, which we highly recommend. more
Jul 2025, Mihaela2
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Mystisch und bestens umsorgt
Wir wurdem am Bahnhof von Ling abgeholt und bis wir am Hotel ankamen, hatte Sie bereits Medikamente für den Husten meines Mannes und meine Magenverstimmung besorgt. Das Highlight in Guilin, war für uns die Schiffahrt auf dem Lin-Fluss, mystisch und atemberaubend. Die Reissterrassen erstreckten sich endlos. Unser Hotel hatte einen wundersch?nen Blick auf den Fluss und die dahinterliegende Karstlandschaft. Wir k?nnen die private Reiseleitung (Ling und Chauffeur) sowie Chinahighlights w?rmstens empfehlen. Alles hat wunderbar geklappt. more
Jul 2025, helvetia3325
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Beautiful Guilin and Yangshuo
We had the best time in Guilin and Yangshuo with Michelle as our guide. The Li River cruise is not to be missed— truly stunning! We loved the quiet beauty of Yangshuo. My kids loved the Reed Flute Cave, and my husband, and I loved the bike ride along the river in Yangshuo. A cable car ride up the mountain and glass bridge was pretty amazing as well! Loved every moment! Michelle was so accommodating and kind and really did a great job with our four children! I highly recommend Michelle and China Highlights! They made our trip amazing and so easy! more
Jul 2025, Mindy J
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Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
We'll arrange your airport pickup and help you settle in. The rest of the day is your own to explore Guilin. Feel free to ask your guide or travel advisor for suggestions.
Biking time: 4–5 hours
Biking difficulty: moderate
In the morning, your professional coach and private driver will transfer you to Daxu. Discover the old town of Daxu, then start your cycling from Daxu to Xingping Ancient Town along the Li River's east bank. You will pass by some local villages, farmer's orchards, and picturesque Xitang Reservoir during the trip.
Your luggage will be sent to your hotel by car. Stay overnight in Xingping's beautiful fishing village "island".
Biking time: 4–5 hours
Biking difficulty: easy to moderate
Wake up on an island with the twittering of birds and the fragrance of flowers, then cycle along the Li River to Xianggong Hill in where you will have a stop and climb to the top of the renowned karst hill for the fairytale pinnacle forest views. After descending, continue cycling to Yangshuo through a forest of hills.
Your luggage will be sent to the hotel by car. Stay overnight in Yangshuo in a hotel chosen for excellent views.
Biking time: 5–6 hours
Biking difficulty: moderate
In the morning, take a short transfer from your hotel to avoid the town traffic, and begin cycling by the Yulong River, which is the most beautiful tributary of the Li River. Starting from Fuli Bridge, explore the stunning Yulong River valley, passing three picturesque local villages.
Stay overnight in Yangshuo, where the ride finishes.
We will see you off smoothly with an airport transfer (or other arrangements). Please let us know if you would like to customize the tour in any way.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price includes: