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Misty karst limestone pinnacles lining the emerald Li River between Guilin and Yangshuo
10 Days / 9 Nights Relaxed Pace Pastoral Scenery & Foodie Paradise

10-Day Southern Karst Rivers, Ancient Towns & Canton Gastronomy Package

Guilin • Yangshuo • Longji Rice Terraces • Guangzhou • Hong Kong

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)

Package Price
$1320 per person (based on 2โ€“4 travelers)
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100% Pure Travel Zero forced shopping stops
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Vetted Foreign Hotels Guaranteed passport check-in
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350 km/h Bullet Rail Passport e-tickets reserved
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24/7 English Concierge WhatsApp dispatch desk
Itinerary Philosophy

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

  • โœ“ 4-Star luxury Li River cruise through towering karst peaks with luggage direct delivery to Yangshuo
  • โœ“ Peaceful bamboo rafting on the gentle Yulong River & bicycle ride through rural pomelo orchards
  • โœ“ Overnight in Longji Dragonโ€™s Backbone Rice Terraces in a wooden lodge with mountain sunrises
  • โœ“ Guangzhou authentic dim sum teahouses & day trip to UNESCO Kaiping Diaolou fortified towers
  • โœ“ High-speed rail direct into West Kowloon, Hong Kong for Victoria Harbour skyline views
Step-by-Step Timetable

Full Day-by-Day Route Itinerary

10 Days / 9 Nights
D1

Arrive in Guilin: Forest of Sweet Osmanthus

๐Ÿ“ Guilin

Chauffeur pickup at Guilin Liangjiang Airport (KWL). Check into riverside hotel and take an evening boat cruise along the Two Rivers and Four Lakes.

โœจ Highlight: Airport greeting & Four Lakes illuminated night cruise
๐Ÿจ Stay: Shangri-La Guilin / Guilin Riverside Resort
D2

Li River 4-Star Scenic Cruise to Yangshuo

๐Ÿ“ 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.

โœจ Highlight: Li River 4-star cruise (20 RMB banknote panorama)
๐Ÿจ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
D3

Yulong River Bamboo Rafting & Moon Hill

๐Ÿ“ Yangshuo

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.

โœจ Highlight: Yulong River hand-poled bamboo raft & countryside cycling
๐Ÿจ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
D4

Xianggong Mountain Sunrise & Tea Plantation

๐Ÿ“ Yangshuo

Early morning climb to Xianggong Mountain for the legendary panoramic sunrise over the Li River bend. Afternoon tea tasting at a local plantation.

โœจ Highlight: Xianggong Mountain panoramic sunrise over karst peaks
๐Ÿจ Stay: Banyan Tree Yangshuo / Yangshuo Mountain Retreat
D5

Longji Dragonโ€™s Backbone Rice Terraces

๐Ÿ“ Longji

Drive up into the mountain valleys of Longsheng. Hike through the 700-year-old Dragonโ€™s Backbone rice terraces and stay in a traditional wooden Yao minority guesthouse.

โœจ Highlight: Longji rice terraces hike & Yao minority village culture
๐Ÿจ Stay: Longji Mountain View Lodge / Baike Hotel
D6

Bullet Train to Canton (Guangzhou)

๐Ÿ“ 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.

โœจ Highlight: Scenic train into Canton & Shamian Island colonial walk
๐Ÿจ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou (5-Star)
D7

Canton Morning Dim Sum & Ancestral Temples

๐Ÿ“ Guangzhou

Savor traditional morning dim sum (Yum Cha) at Panxi or White Swan. Visit the 19th-century Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Canton Tower.

โœจ Highlight: Traditional Dim Sum brunch & Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
๐Ÿจ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou
D8

Day Trip to UNESCO Kaiping Diaolou Watchtowers

๐Ÿ“ Kaiping & Shunde

Private car to Kaiping to explore the multi-story fortified towers blending European and Chinese architecture. Stop in Shunde for double-skin milk custard.

โœจ Highlight: UNESCO Kaiping Diaolou watchtowers & Shunde food tasting
๐Ÿจ Stay: White Swan Hotel / Rosewood Guangzhou
D9

High-Speed Rail to Hong Kong & Victoria Harbour

๐Ÿ“ Hong Kong

Take the fast 48-minute bullet train from Guangzhou South directly into West Kowloon, Hong Kong. Enjoy the Symphony of Lights over Victoria Harbour.

โœจ Highlight: Bullet train to Hong Kong & Victoria Harbour night skyline
๐Ÿจ Stay: The Langham / Cordis Hong Kong (5-Star)
D10

The Peak Tram & International Departure

๐Ÿ“ Hong Kong

Morning ascent on the historic Peak Tram for sweeping views over Hong Kong Island. Airport Express transfer to HKG Airport for your flight home.

โœจ Highlight: Victoria Peak panorama & international departure
๐Ÿจ Stay: Homebound Flight

Transparent Service Coverage

โœ“ What Is 100% Included

  • โ€ข 9 Nights in boutique riverside resorts, mountain lodges, and 5-star hotels (foreigner-approved)
  • โ€ข All intercity high-speed train tickets with real-name passport booking
  • โ€ข Private air-conditioned car, chauffeur, and local English guides throughout
  • โ€ข All pre-reserved boat cruises, cable cars, and scenic area passes
  • โ€ข 24/7 dedicated English WeChat / WhatsApp concierge support

โœ• What Is Excluded

  • โ€ข International round-trip flights to and from China
  • โ€ข China visa fees (if traveling outside the 240h/30-day visa-free scope)
  • โ€ข Unspecified dinners and personal incidental expenses
  • โ€ข Voluntary gratuities for private guides and chauffeurs

Package-Specific Frequently Asked Questions

Does this 10-day package qualify for Chinaโ€™s visa-free policies?

Yes. Travelers holding passports from 30-day visa-free countries (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, etc.) can enjoy this entire package with zero visa paperwork. For travelers from other nationalities, we provide official booking vouchers to support standard tourist visa applications.

Are all hotels guaranteed to accept foreign passport holders?

Yes, 100%. Every hotel in this package has verified foreigner check-in qualification (ๆถ‰ๅค–่ต„่ดจ), round-the-clock front desk English service, and western breakfast options. You will never face late-night check-in refusals.

How are high-speed bullet train tickets arranged?

All intercity high-speed train tickets are pre-booked using your passport numbers. In China, paper tickets have been fully phased out; your electronic ticket is tied directly to your passport. Your private driver escorts you to the correct departure hall and manual verification lane.

Can this itinerary be customized for our travel dates or party size?

Absolutely. Every package can be tailored with flexible start dates, alternative hotel categories (boutique courtyard vs. international 5-star), extra rest days, or customized dietary arrangements (halal, vegetarian, gluten-free).

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Private vehicle, licensed English guides, high-speed rail, and foreigner-approved hotels included. 100% pure travel with zero shopping detours.

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$1320 per person (based on 2โ€“4 travelers)
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โœ“ Zero commitment required to receive proposal
โœ“ 100% itemized and transparent pricing
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