Arrive in Guilin: Forest of Sweet Osmanthus
Chauffeur pickup at Guilin Liangjiang Airport (KWL). Check into riverside hotel and take an evening boat cruise along the Two Rivers and Four Lakes.
๐จ Stay: Shangri-La Guilin / Guilin Riverside Resort
Relaxed Pace
Pastoral Scenery & Foodie Paradise
10-Day Southern Karst Rivers, Ancient Towns & Canton Gastronomy Package
Guilin • Yangshuo • Longji Rice Terraces • Guangzhou • Hong Kong
This is a sample itinerary, not a confirmed booking. All activities, hotels, transport, tickets and other services are proposed and subject to availability and a written quote. Discuss accessibility needs and confirm each venue and transfer before booking.
Route Corridor & Transport Pacing
Guilin & Yangshuo (4N) โ Longji Rice Terraces (1N) โ 3h Bullet Train โ Guangzhou (3N) โ High-Speed Rail โ Hong Kong (1N)
Why Choose This China Package?
Escape the bustling metropolises to experience the peaceful countryside of Southern China. Float along the misty Li and Yulong Rivers, hike through layered mountain rice terraces of minority villages, and savor world-renowned Cantonese morning dim sum in Guangzhou and Hong Kong.
Curated Signature Experiences
- 4-Star luxury Li River cruise through towering karst peaks with luggage direct delivery to Yangshuo
- Peaceful bamboo rafting on the gentle Yulong River & bicycle ride through rural pomelo orchards
- Overnight in Longji Dragonโs Backbone Rice Terraces in a wooden lodge with mountain sunrises
- Guangzhou authentic dim sum teahouses & day trip to UNESCO Kaiping Diaolou fortified towers
- High-speed rail direct into West Kowloon, Hong Kong for Victoria Harbour skyline views
Step-by-Step Timetable
10 Days / 9 Nights
Full Day-by-Day Route Itinerary
Li River 4-Star Scenic Cruise to Yangshuo
Morning transfer to pier for the 4-hour Li River cruise. Marvel at the karst formations depicted on the 20 RMB banknote. Arrive in Yangshuo with luggage already placed in your hotel.
๐จ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
Yulong River Bamboo Rafting & Moon Hill
Glide on a hand-poled bamboo raft along the quiet Yulong River. Cycle through rural farming villages and visit the iconic limestone Moon Hill arch.
๐จ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
Xianggong Mountain Sunrise & Tea Plantation
Early morning climb to Xianggong Mountain for the legendary panoramic sunrise over the Li River bend. Afternoon tea tasting at a local plantation.
๐จ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
Longji Dragonโs Backbone Rice Terraces
Drive up into the mountain valleys of Longsheng. Hike through the 700-year-old Dragonโs Backbone rice terraces and stay in a traditional wooden Yao minority guesthouse.
๐จ Stay: Longji Mountain View Lodge / Baike Hotel
Bullet Train to Canton (Guangzhou)
Morning descent from Longji. Board the comfortable high-speed train to Guangzhou (3 hours). Check into hotel in Shamian Island or Zhujiang New Town.
๐จ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou (5-Star)
Canton Morning Dim Sum & Ancestral Temples
Savor traditional morning dim sum (Yum Cha) at Panxi or White Swan. Visit the 19th-century Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Canton Tower.
๐จ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou
Day Trip to UNESCO Kaiping Diaolou Watchtowers
Private car to Kaiping to explore the multi-story fortified towers blending European and Chinese architecture. Stop in Shunde for double-skin milk custard.
๐จ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou
High-Speed Rail to Hong Kong & Victoria Harbour
Take the fast 48-minute bullet train from Guangzhou South directly into West Kowloon, Hong Kong. Enjoy the Symphony of Lights over Victoria Harbour.
๐จ Stay: The Langham / Cordis Hong Kong (5-Star)
The Peak Tram & International Departure
Morning ascent on the historic Peak Tram for sweeping views over Hong Kong Island. Airport Express transfer to HKG Airport for your flight home.
๐จ Stay: Homebound Flight
Services to Discuss in Your Quote
โ Proposed services โ confirm in your quote
- โข 9 nights in proposed riverside resorts, lodges and hotels; confirm properties and passport registration in your quote
- โข All intercity high-speed train tickets with real-name passport booking
- โข Private air-conditioned car, chauffeur, and local English guides throughout
- โข Cruises, cable cars and scenic passes; confirm availability and inclusions in your quote
- โข Travel support: confirm availability and contact hours in your quote
โ Common exclusions โ confirm in your quote
- โข International round-trip flights to and from China
- โข China visa fees (if traveling outside the 240h/30-day visa-free scope)
- โข Unspecified dinners and personal incidental expenses
- โข Voluntary gratuities for private guides and chauffeurs
Package-Specific Frequently Asked Questions
Does this 10-day package qualify for Chinaโs visa-free policies?
A package duration alone does not establish eligibility. Check current entry rules for your passport, route, ports and onward travel with immigration authorities and your airline before booking.
Are all hotels guaranteed to accept foreign passport holders?
Confirm passport registration, reception hours and breakfast with the proposed hotel before booking.
How are high-speed bullet train tickets arranged?
Ask which train journeys are included, when tickets will be booked, and whether station assistance is available.
Can this itinerary be customized for our travel dates or party size?
Ask about alternative dates, hotels, rest days and dietary needs; options depend on availability and your quote.
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