Just a 2-hour high-speed train ride! Spend 5 days fully exploring Guilin’s Elephant Trunk Hill, Li River bamboo rafting, Yangshuo’s Yulong River cycling, and Longji Terraces during the irrigation season. Stay in ancient town guesthouses and savor beer fish—natural landscapes and local charm all packed into one journey!

Day 1: Guangzhou → Guilin | First Glimpse of Mountains and Rivers

Morning: Take the G3722 high-speed train (departs from Guangzhou South at 07:31, arrives at Guilin West at 09:36, second-class seat ¥185), kicking off a 2-hour express journey through scenic landscapes.

Afternoon:

• Elephant Trunk Hill(free entry): A must-visit landmark for photo ops as Guilin's iconic symbol—witness the magical spectacle of the "elephant drinking water" up close. It’s recommended to avoid the midday sun for a more comfortable visit.

• Two Rivers and Four Lakes: Stroll along Ronghu and Shanhu Lakes in the evening. Don’t miss the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas light show (lights up at 19:30) to experience the poetic charm of “the city nestled in scenery, scenery embraced by the city.”

• Food: Lao Dongjiang Rice Noodles on Zhengyang Pedestrian Street (¥4.5/bowl), paired with pickled bamboo shoots and crispy pork for an authentic Guilin flavor.

Day 2: Guilin → Yangshuo | Essence of Li River Scenery

Morning: Li River Bamboo Rafting (Yangdi to Xingping) (¥140/person): Glide through the electric bamboo raft past Nine-Horse Fresco Hill and Huangbu Reflection. Capture photos at the 20-yuan RMB background scenic spot, where raftmen can assist with “fishing net throwing” mastershots.

Afternoon: Xingping Ancient Town: Wander along Ming-Qing dynasty stone streets and climb Laozhai Mountain (free) for a panoramic view of the Li River—breathtaking during sunset.

Overnight: Stay at a guesthouse near Yangshuo West Street (e.g., Jingyuan Guesthouse, ¥285/night), a short walk from the “Foreigner Street” to experience its blend of Chinese and Western vibes.

Food: Beer Fish at Xi Jie Chuan Ren (Mao Gu Fish approx. ¥80/jin), with crispy exterior and tender meat, paired with Li River shrimp and snail stuffed with minced meat.

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Day 3: Yangshuo Deep Dive | Cycling and Slow Living

Morning: Yulong River Cycling (23km small loop): Rent an electric scooter (¥50/day) along the east bank of the Yulong River, passing Gongnong Bridge and Shui’edi Wharf to soak in the pastoral scenery of “Ten-Mile Gallery.”

Afternoon: Ten-Mile Gallery: Visit Moon Hill and Big Banyan Tree. Stop by “One Foot Rice Paddy Café” to relax amid rice fields and karst peaks.

Overnight: Stay at a riverside guesthouse by Yulong River (e.g., Mo Lan Shan She, ¥500/night) for a tranquil rural night view.

Food: Crispy Roast Goose (half ¥68) at Chunji Roast Goose (Yangshuo branch), paired with durian and Lipu taro pork.

Day 4: Yangshuo → Longji Terraces | Farming Miracle in the Clouds

Morning:Longji Terraces (Jinkeng Dazhai) (entrance ¥80): Take a cable car (one-way ¥55) to “Thousand-Layer Ladder” viewpoint. In April, the terraces are filled with water, mirroring the sky like glass.

Afternoon: Huangluo Yao Village (entrance included): Watch the long-haired Yao ethnic song and dance performance, and experience traditional weaving and oil tea making.

Overnight: Stay at a terrace guesthouse (e.g., Guanjinglou, ¥300/night), and walk to “Xishan Shaole” for sunrise the next morning.

Day 5: Longji → Guangzhou | Return Journey and Free Exploration

Morning:Free time: Photograph the “Seven Stars Accompany the Moon)” landscape amid morning mist on the terraces, or savor bamboo rice and mugwort rice cakes at the guesthouse.

Afternoon: Return journey: Take a bus (¥50/person) back to Guilin, then transfer to G2266 high-speed train (departs Guilin West at 14:37, arrives Guangzhou South at 16:49), ending the journey.