Cruise the Li River. See karst peaks and Reed Flute Cave. Spend time in Yangshuo.
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Guilin, in southern China's Guangxi region, is famous for limestone karst mountains rising beside the Li River. This page lists the currently published CTS trips that include Guilin, with their prices, departure dates and itineraries.
Cruise the Li River to Yangshuo through karst mountain scenery; check current itineraries for timing
Explore Reed Flute Cave and see Elephant Trunk Hill
Explore Yangshuo's local market and karst countryside; check current itineraries for included activities
Explore Longsheng, the Longji area and local villages; check the current tour itinerary for inclusions
See the current China Panorama itinerary for its Guilin and Yangshuo activities
Check the China Panorama itinerary for its current Guilin visits
The current short-stay option is China Stopover — Guilin (3 Days) (3 Days · from NZD $1,099). See its live itinerary for current stops and inclusions.
The China Stopover — Guilin & Surrounds (4 Days) (4 Days · from NZD $1,310). See its live itinerary for current stops and inclusions.
Guilin also appears on our group tour China Signature — China Panorama (27 Days) includes the latest published Guilin itinerary. Check the linked page for current routing and inclusions.
Want the Li River without committing to a longer tour? Compare the current Guilin stopovers. For Guilin as one part of a whole-of-China journey, check the current group tour listings. For anything else, ask us about a tailor-made itinerary.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-October) are perfect: clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and water levels ideal for cruising. Summer is hot and humid. Winter is cool but may have mist obscuring mountain views.
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The ultimate 27-day China experience — from the Great Wall and Forbidden City to a Yangtze River cruise, giant pandas in Chengdu, the Li River in Guilin, classical gardens of Suzhou, West Lake in Hangzhou, and vibrant Shanghai.
Explore Guilin's scenic landscapes featuring a Li River cruise to Yangshuo, limestone cave exploration, and iconic mountain formations.
Discover breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage through visits to limestone caves, terraced mountains, ethnic villages, and a scenic Li River cruise.
A 14-day journey from Guangzhou through Guilin, the Li River and the Longji Rice Terraces to Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang Ancient Town and Chongqing.
Upcoming group departures from New Zealand that include Guilin, as published on each tour page. Prices are per person; open a tour for room options and what is included.
27 Days · NZD $10,899 · Passes through Guilin: Days 17–21
14 Days · From NZD $4,999 per person · Passes through Guilin: Days 3–6
This day-by-day plan comes from the latest published tour record. China Stopover — Guilin (3 Days) (From NZD $1,099).
Guide meets at arrival. Transfer to hotel.
5–6 hour Li River cruise through scenic mountain formations. Visit Yangshuo market. Pearl Museum visit upon return.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Reed Flute Cave (stalactites and stalagmites). Elephant Trunk Hill. Transfer to airport.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Our Guilin travel guide gives the overview, the Li River guide explains the cruise, and the Yangshuo guide covers cycling and the countryside. Travelling on from Chengdu? See our Chengdu tours. Check current entry rules in our China visa guide for New Zealanders before you book.
Planning tip: Book 3+ months in advance for the best availability and pricing.
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