Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Li River on a full-day private tour. Cruise along the river, surrounded by stunning hills and Karst peaks. Don’t miss the mesmerizing Liusanjie show. Explore Guilin and Yangshuo in one day and choose from a variety of tours after the cruise.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Li River on a full-day private tour. Cruise along the river, surrounded by stunning hills and Karst peaks. Don’t miss the mesmerizing Liusanjie show. Explore Guilin and Yangshuo in one day and choose from a variety of tours after the cruise.
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Li River - Embark on a captivating Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, a highlight of any visit to northeastern Guangxi Province. The stunning Karst peaks offer delightful surprises at every turn of the clear river beneath the azure sky. The breathtaking landscape provides a glimpse into a serene life, far removed from urban hustle.
The day…
- Li River - Embark on a captivating Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, a highlight of any visit to northeastern Guangxi Province. The stunning Karst peaks offer delightful surprises at every turn of the clear river beneath the azure sky. The breathtaking landscape provides a glimpse into a serene life, far removed from urban hustle.
The day begins with an 8:00 am hotel pick-up in Guilin, followed by a transfer to Zhujiang pier to board the boat. The cruise, lasting about 4 hours (9:30 - 13:30), offers magnificent views of the Li River and includes lunch on board.
- Yangti Dyke - Yangdi Village, situated on the west bank of the Li River, is approximately 50 km (31 miles) from Guilin and 40 km (25 miles) north of Yangshuo County. Behind the village is a hill with twin peaks resembling two sheep hooves hanging upside down, giving the village its name, Yangdi, which harmonizes with ‘Yangti’, the Chinese term for ‘sheep hooves’.
- Jiuma Mountain - Mural Hill (Jiuma Mountain), also known as Nine Horses Fresco Hill, is a must-see attraction along the Li River. Located on the west bank, about 60 km (37 miles) from Guilin and near Xingping Town, it features a large, steep stone cliff resembling a painted screen. With five peaks and weathered rocks in yellow, white, black, grey, and green, the cliff face appears as a mural depicting nine horses in various poses.
- Xianggong Mountain - Initially an obscure karst hill on the west bank of the Li River in Yangshuo County, Xianggong Mountain gained fame after a local photographer’s award-winning photos. It has since become a popular destination for photography enthusiasts.
- Xingping Town - Historically the largest town along the Li River, Xingping Town is 63 km (39 miles) from Guilin and 25 km (15.5 miles) from Yangshuo, on the east bank. The town is surrounded by captivating scenery, including Mural Hill and Yellow Cloth Shoal.
- Xingping Fishing Village - Situated on the east bank of the Li River upstream from Yangshuo, this fishing village boasts a history of over 500 years, dating back to the Ming Dynasty in 1506. It showcases typical Lingnan or southeastern Chinese provincial culture.
The village features 48 traditional residences, remarkably preserved over the years. These homes, with blue brickwork, black tiles, sloping roofs, horse head walls, cornices, and carved windows, exemplify Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynastic architecture.
- West Street - After the river cruise, enjoy 4 hours of free time in the Yangshuo area, where you can relax on West Street or explore further.
West Street, the oldest street in Yangshuo, boasts a history of over 1,400 years. Located in the heart of Yangshuo County, it has become a cultural hub since the 1980s, serving as China’s largest ‘foreign language center’. Annually, around 100,000 foreigners visit for travel or advanced studies, drawn by its unique cultural blend.
The street, 517 meters (1,696 feet) long and 8 meters (26 feet) wide, winds in an ‘S’ shape and is entirely paved with marble, exemplifying a southern China street. Its simple style and courtyard-like setting are admired by visitors, who say ‘half is village while the other half is stores’.
- Impression Sanjie Liu - At 18:30 pm, your guide will meet you in the Yangshuo West Street area to head to the show. The light show lasts 70 minutes (19:30–20:40 pm), and you’ll return to the Guilin hotel around 22:30 pm (21:00–22:30).
Here is information about the show:
The Impression Liu Sanjie show is a highlight of Yangshuo, offering a unique night performance. Unlike other shows, it features a water & hill scenery theater, using the Li River as the stage and 12 hills as the backdrop. With the vast sky, it forms the world’s largest virtual scenery theater. As an outdoor theater, the show integrates with the natural landscape, offering a different experience each season and day, influenced by changing weather conditions.

- 3-star boat cruise with Lower Deck Seating
- Box lunch provided on board
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private car service
- Personal private guide
- Pre-booked Yangshuo option tours
- B2 show tickets included
- Option to upgrade show tickets (extra cost)
- 3-star boat cruise with Lower Deck Seating
- Box lunch provided on board
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private car service
- Personal private guide
- Pre-booked Yangshuo option tours
- B2 show tickets included
- Option to upgrade show tickets (extra cost)
Experience breathtaking views along the Li River and the captivating Impression Liu Sanjie show. The riverbanks are adorned with beautiful hills, and the stunning Karst peaks offer delightful surprises at every turn. Embark on this exclusive cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo to truly appreciate the Li River.
Highlights:
- Enjoy the picturesque sights…
Experience breathtaking views along the Li River and the captivating Impression Liu Sanjie show. The riverbanks are adorned with beautiful hills, and the stunning Karst peaks offer delightful surprises at every turn. Embark on this exclusive cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo to truly appreciate the Li River.
Highlights:
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Enjoy the picturesque sights on the Li River cruise, a serene escape from the urban jungle.
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Witness the Liusanjie show—a vibrant and musically spectacular event featuring songs, imagery, colorful lighting and costumes, and powerful music.
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In just one day, experience two major attractions of Guilin & Yangshuo—the River cruise and the Liusanjie show.
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Choose from over 7 Yangshuo tour options following the Li-River cruise tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Need passport details of each traveler(first and last name and passport number)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.