Want to make your Guilin trip stand out from the ordinary? An exclusive journey starting from Yangshuo takes you straight to the hidden gems with thousand-year-old stories — here, you’ll find the vivid culture of the Long Hair Yao Village, the spectacular rice terraces wrapped in mist, and full-range exclusive services to make every moment comfortable and enjoyable!
Embark on an unforgettable exclusive day tour from Yangshuo to Guilin’s gems, with your dedicated guide and driver picking you up right from your Yangshuo hotel. Your guide stays by your side throughout, and en route, they don’t just walk you through the day’s itinerary—they bring the journey to life with vivid narration, sharing intriguing tales of the regions you pass through, the history that shaped them, and little-known facts that add depth to every mile.
First stop: Huangluo Long Hair Village, home to the Red Yao people, whose women are known for their exceptionally long hair. As you walk through the village, your guide will tell you about the daily routines related to their hair care—how they use traditional recipes to keep it healthy, and why long hair is seen as a sign of beauty and prosperity here. They’ll point out the stilted houses with wooden railings, explaining how the architecture fits the mountainous terrain, and you’ll watch a lively traditional performance filled with vibrant dances and rhythmic music that captures the spirit of the Red Yao culture. You might even get a chance to ask questions, and the guide will answer with straightforward details about the village’s life and customs.
Next, drive to Ping’an Rice Terraces. Leave the vehicle behind and embark on a scenic hike up the terraces, where your guide shares stories of the terraces’ history and farming wisdom. Refuel at a mountain-view restaurant within the scenic area, savouring authentic local flavours.
Post-lunch, continue your hike to explore the renowned “Nine Dragons and Five Tigers” and “Seven Stars Accompanying the Moon” viewpoints. “Nine Dragons and Five Tigers” unfolds as nine winding terrace ridges snaking like dragons, flanked by five small peaks resembling tigers standing guard—your guide will trace each ridge with their hand, explaining how villagers named them for their fierce, protective energy. Nearby, “Seven Stars Accompanying the Moon” reveals seven round terraces clustered around a larger central one, mirroring the night sky’s constellations. Here, your guide will recount how generations of farmers aligned the terraces with celestial patterns to optimise water flow and harvests, pointing out the subtle slopes that make the star-like formation both a visual marvel and an engineering feat. Every step brings new insights as you soak in the sweeping views.
Your adventure can conclude in Longsheng, or let your driver whisk you back to your Guilin hotel or airport—whichever suits your plans best, with different packages available to match your needs.