Best things to do: Head for the southern Chinese town, and you are in for an Oriental treat. From the hilly landscapes and twin pagodas to the stunning sightseeing boat tours, you have so much to take in. Add these extra, and you are in for a real treat. There’s the Reed Flute cave and Xingping Ancient Town to discover. And South China Karst is a sprawling area of limestone peaks. Make sure you bring your camera!
Best time to go: You could conceivably come here at any time of the year, but the best time to visit is during the summer months, April to October. Although be aware the spring months can be wet! There again the Li River is beautiful with the mist!
• There’s no doubt that the countryside here is spectacular. There is an old literary saying that goes, Guilin's hills and water best under heaven. You have to take a boat tour to really capture its beauty.
• Guilin means ‘forest of sweet osmanthus’, that’s because there are many osmanthus trees that give off a fragrant sweet scent. Look out for the small white, yellow and orange flowers.
• Guilin mifen is a popular food here. Its rice noodles can be found on most of the city’s street corners. So, looking for something quick to eat. Then this is your best choice.
You will find there are several Guilin lunch and dinner cruise options available. Check the individual tour details for the menu and the options available.
We realise you want to capture those destination hotspots on your tour. Many operators do offer free Wi-Fi on board, but you will need to check with the individual operator.
Yes, but be aware that there is a high season (April to September) and Low Season (October to March). Check the tour details for timings.
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Each tour is different, but in general, they will have a duration between 1 to 2 hours. Make sure to check the specific tour for timings.
Boat tours will run at different times of the day, especially if you are booked on a lunch or dinner cruise. Make sure to check the tour details for a full listing of times.