Travel itineraries, how to plan a Yangshuo trip

Yangshuo is a paradise for photographers, the adventurous and the culture vultures, young travelers, families with kids as well as lovers. Whatever floats your boat; you will have no trouble finding things to do in Yangshuo. The following 1 to 7-day Yangshuo travel itineraries are based on the summary of our team’s years of experience. Choose one of the itineraries based on your interests. No suitable tours for you? Contact us and customize your own Yangshuo itinerary!

1 Day Itinerary

Yulong River Rafting

1-day Yangshuo Essence Tour: Board a 4-hour Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, then explore the various shops on West Street and have a nice coffee break. Options after the cruise: biking tour in the countryside/Bamboo Rafting on Yulong River/Rock climbing/Paddle Boarding, etc.

1-day Yangshuo Countryside Tour: Half-day biking tour from Yangshuo town to Yulong Bridge and back. After lunch, a 2-3 hours paddle board experience with a romantic afternoon tea.

1-day Yangshuo Photography Tour: Climb Xianggong Mountain for stunning sunrise views, shoot the ancient Fuli Bridge, and take a 1-hour Yulong River bamboo rafting. After Lunch, drive to Xingping Town for sunset views of the Li River and cormorant fishing.

1-day Yangshuo Outdoor Adventure Tour: Take a morning bicycle ride along the Yulong River from Gongnong Bridge to Yulong Bridge and also the countryside. After the lunch break, embark on a bamboo raft and test your courage and physical strength with rock climbing.

2 Days Itinerary

Cormorant

Essence of Yangshuo

• Day 1: Board the big boat for a 4-hour Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. After disembarking, explore West Street and enjoy leisurely afternoon tea time.
• Day 2: Take a calligraphy lesson, enjoy bamboo rafting down the Yulong River and rent a bike or scooter to explore the countryside surrounding Yangshuo.

Outdoor

Taichi Learning in Yangshuo

• Day 1: Start with a Taichi lesson in Yangshuo Park, and head out for a rock climbing adventure. After lunch, enjoy a 2-3 hours paddle board experience with a romantic afternoon tea.
• Day 2: Embark on a bamboo raft in Yulong River. Afterward, explore the scenic Ten Mile Gallery and Yangshuo countryside by bike or scooter.

Photography

Cormorant Fishing Show in Xingping

• Day 1: Get a morning workout by riding a bike in the Yangshuo countryside. After that, enjoy 1.5 hours of bamboo rafting in the Yulong River.
• Day 2: Climb up to Laozhai Hill for breathtaking views of Li River and Karst Mountains, wander in Xingping Ancient Town, and photograph the cormorant fishermen (under the sunset if possible).

Culture

Cooking Experience in Yangshuo

• Day 1: Visit the local market in Yangshuo and learn to cook some Chinese cuisines. After lunch, ease your mind by enjoying the peaceful Yulong River bamboo rafting.
• Day 2: Appreciate the magnificent scenery and unique culture of Fuli Ancient Town, take a painting lesson there, and last try kayaking at Shazi Town.

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3 Days Itinerary

 Best sights in Xingping

Family

• Day 1: Embark on a bike ride through the stunning countryside of Yangshuo and enjoy leisure time on West Street.
• Day 2: Visit the local market in the morning and try a Chinese cooking class. Try your hand at rock climbing in Karst Mountains in the afternoon.
• Day 3: Head to Xianggong Hill for a stunning view of Li River, shop for souvenirs at Xingping Ancient Town and stay for sunset, watch and photograph the cormorant fishing.

Culture

Yangshuo Biking

• Day 1: Get a workout by taking the Taichi lesson in Yangshuo Park and feel the charm of Chinese culture by taking the calligraphy or painting lesson. End the day with a leisurely bamboo rafting the  in Yulong River.
• Day 2: Try tea leaves picking at Qixianfeng Tea Plantation and rent a bike or scooter to explore the charming Yangshuo countryside.
• Day 3: Visit the local market and take a Chinese cooking class. After lunch, a 2-3 hours paddle board experience with a romantic afternoon tea.

Outdoor

Tofu Making

• Day 1: Explore Yangshuo countryside on a bike or scooter, sit back, and enjoy the Yulong River scenery on a bamboo raft.
• Day 2: Take a cooking class in Yangshuo, try your hands at Chinese calligraphy or painting, and feast your stomach with the local specialties at Fuli Ancient Town.
• Day 3: Head out for Xingping Ancient Town. Go hiking along Li River and see the stunning cormorant fishing and fishing lights.

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4 Days Itinerary

Fan Painting in Fuli Ancient Town

Family, out, door and culture

• Day 1: Ride a bike through the stunning countryside of Yangshuo, shop for souvenirs and enjoy a leisurely coffee time on West Street.
• Day 2: Visit the local market and take a Chinese cooking class. Try your hand at rock climbing in Karst Mountains in the afternoon.
• Day 3: Climb Xianggong Hill for a stunning view of Li River, wander at Xingping Ancient Town and stay for sunset and photograph the cormorant fishing.
• Day 4: Learn Chinese painting, explore Fuli Ancient Town, and try the exciting kayaking at Shazi Town.

Seniors

Yangshuo Countryside Trip

• Day 1: Take a 4-hour big boat Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo. After disembarking, explore West Street and enjoy leisurely afternoon tea time.
• Day 2: Take a calligraphy lesson, enjoy bamboo rafting down the Yulong River and rent a bike or scooter to explore the countryside surrounding Yangshuo.
• Day 3: Learn to cook Chinese dishes in Yangshuo. After lunch, a 2-3 hours paddle board experience with a romantic afternoon tea.
• Day 4: Drive to Fuli Ancient Town for a painting lesson, and head to Xingping Ancient Town for a leisure walk along the Li River. Stay for sunset and photograph the cormorant fishing.

The above itineraries are full days, in fact, you need to add the first and last day to your itinerary, then you can spend at least 3 days in Yangshuo, and up to 6 or 7 days or more. Customize my Yangshuo trip now!

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