Beijing Travel Package: 8-day 7-night · Private Tour · Beijing+Yangshuo+Guilin

Upon arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport, or a designated railway station, enjoy a complimentary private pick-up service and transfer to your hotel. Guests arriving outside the designated service area should meet the driver at the agreed location. After checking in and settling into your room, begin your Beijing sightseeing experience with a dedicated vehicle and professional guide.

First, visit Prince Kung’s Palace Museum, one of the most impressive surviving princely residences from the Qing Dynasty. Wander through traditional courtyards, elegant halls, landscaped gardens, and beautifully decorated pavilions while learning about the lives of imperial nobles and the architectural traditions of historic Beijing. The palace offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s aristocratic past.

Continue to Shichahai Scenic Area, a picturesque district known for its tranquil lakes, traditional hutongs, and historic courtyard houses. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the waterfront, admire the reflections of old buildings on the water, and discover the distinctive charm of Beijing’s traditional neighborhoods. Depending on time, you may explore nearby lanes, browse small local shops, or stop for refreshments at a lakeside café.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy some free time. Your guide can recommend restaurants serving Beijing specialties such as roast duck, zhajiangmian, and traditional local snacks. Meals are at your own expense.

Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing.

Meals: Not included.

After breakfast, meet your guide for a full day exploring Beijing’s celebrated historical landmarks. As several attractions require advance reservations and identity verification, please carry your passport or the identification document used for booking.

Begin at Tian’anmen Square, one of the most recognizable public squares in the world and a significant landmark in modern Chinese history. Take in the monumental surroundings and learn about the square’s historical and cultural importance. Entry arrangements, security checks, and access to specific areas are subject to the latest official regulations.

Next, explore The Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, the former imperial residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Enter through its historic gates and discover grand ceremonial halls, spacious courtyards, ornate palace buildings, and intricate decorative details. As you walk through the complex, learn how its architecture, layout, and ceremonial spaces reflected the authority and traditions of China’s imperial court.

Palace Museum admission is included, subject to successful real-name reservation and the confirmed booking arrangements. If a reservation cannot be secured, refunds or alternative arrangements will be handled according to the applicable booking terms.

In the afternoon, visit Temple of Heaven Park, an important imperial complex where emperors once performed ceremonies to pray for good harvests. Admire the magnificent Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, known for its distinctive circular architecture and blue-tiled roof. Explore the surrounding parkland, ancient trees, and ceremonial structures while learning about traditional Chinese cosmology and imperial rituals.

After sightseeing, return to your hotel. Your guide can recommend a suitable restaurant for dinner, giving you the opportunity to sample more of Beijing’s culinary specialties at your own expense.

Accommodation: Hotel in Beijing.

Meals: Not included unless otherwise specified in your booking.

Enjoy a buffet breakfast at your Beijing hotel before checking out. A dedicated private vehicle will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Please note that the Beijing–Guilin airfare is not included and should be arranged separately. Your departure transfer will be coordinated according to your confirmed flight schedule.

Upon arrival in Guilin, meet your local driver at the airport or railway station for a private transfer to your hotel. Enjoy your first views of Guilin, a city renowned for its dramatic limestone mountains, winding rivers, and distinctive karst scenery.

After hotel check-in, take some time to rest after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a relaxed walk around the hotel area or explore nearby streets to experience the local atmosphere. Guilin’s food scene features regional specialties such as Guilin rice noodles, beer fish, and dishes prepared with locally grown ingredients.

Your guide can recommend a convenient restaurant for lunch or dinner, with meals paid for independently. The remainder of the day is reserved for relaxation and preparation for the countryside excursions ahead.

Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin.

Meals: Beijing hotel buffet breakfast included; other meals are at your own expense.

Transportation: Private transfer to Beijing airport and private pick-up and hotel transfer in Guilin. Beijing–Guilin airfare is not included.

After breakfast, depart Guilin by private vehicle for the spectacular Longji Rice Terraces, a remarkable agricultural landscape built along the mountain slopes. The journey takes you into the countryside, where forested hills, winding mountain roads, and traditional villages provide a glimpse of rural life in northern Guangxi.

Upon arrival, explore the terraced fields, which stretch across the hillsides in sweeping layers resembling the scales of a dragon. Depending on the season, the terraces may be filled with water that reflects the sky, bright green with growing rice, golden during harvest, or covered in a delicate winter landscape. The scenery changes throughout the year, making each visit distinctive.

Continue to Ping’an Village, a traditional settlement associated with the Zhuang ethnic community. Walk along its village paths, observe traditional wooden houses, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding terraces from designated viewpoints. Learn about local farming traditions and the relationship between the community and its mountainous environment. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as some paths and viewpoints involve uphill sections and steps.

Later, visit the China Long Hair Science and Technology Museum to learn about the cultural traditions associated with long hair among local ethnic communities, particularly the Yao people. Discover exhibits related to traditional hairstyles, hair-care customs, and the cultural significance of long hair in community identity and heritage.

After the visits, return to Guilin by private vehicle. Depending on the day’s schedule and road conditions, enjoy the changing countryside scenery along the way. Your guide can recommend local restaurants for dinner, allowing you to sample regional cuisine at your own expense.

Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin.

Meals: Not included unless otherwise specified.

Travel tips: Bring drinking water, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing. The mountain area may be cooler than the city, and walking conditions can vary with the weather.

After breakfast, transfer to the pier for a four-star Li River cruise, one of the signature experiences of a visit to Guilin. As the boat travels along the river, enjoy expansive views of limestone peaks, bamboo groves, riverside villages, and tranquil stretches of water. The extraordinary karst landscape has inspired generations of Chinese painters and poets and remains one of the country’s most celebrated natural attractions.

Relax on board and observe the changing scenery from the viewing areas. Watch traditional fishing boats and rural settlements along the riverbanks, and capture photographs of the dramatic peaks rising directly from the water. The cruise route, duration, boarding pier, and arrival point depend on the confirmed cruise arrangement and operating conditions.

After disembarking, enjoy lunch at your own expense. Your guide can recommend a local restaurant where you can try Guilin rice noodles, river fish, or other regional dishes before continuing the afternoon’s activities.

Later, visit Guilin Romance Park, a cultural and entertainment attraction that presents regional history, ethnic traditions, folklore, and local legends through themed settings and performances. Explore the attraction’s different areas and discover stories associated with Guilin and the surrounding region. If a live performance is included in your confirmed package, enjoy the spectacular staging, music, dance, costumes, and visual effects that bring local cultural stories to life. Performance schedules and ticket inclusions should be reconfirmed in advance.

After the visit, return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening. You may choose to explore the surrounding area independently or dine at a restaurant recommended by your guide.

Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin.

Meals: Not included unless otherwise specified.

After breakfast, travel to Ruyi Peak Scenic Area for a memorable mountain excursion. The area is known for its distinctive karst formations, panoramic mountain views, and elevated walkways. Take the cableway up the mountain, enjoying aerial views of the surrounding countryside as the landscape unfolds below.

At the scenic area, explore the designated viewing platforms and walkways at a comfortable pace. From the elevated viewpoints, admire layers of limestone peaks, green valleys, and the picturesque countryside of Yangshuo. The combination of mountain scenery and modern sightseeing facilities makes this a highlight for photography enthusiasts. Cableway operation and access to individual walkways are subject to weather and local operating conditions.

Continue to the Yulong River, one of Yangshuo’s most beautiful waterways. Known for its peaceful atmosphere and scenic rural surroundings, the river is bordered by rice paddies, traditional villages, bamboo groves, and dramatic limestone hills. Enjoy time to appreciate the landscape and take photographs along the riverside. Depending on the confirmed arrangements, optional activities such as bamboo rafting may be available at an additional cost.

In the afternoon, explore the Ten-Mile Gallery, a scenic countryside route celebrated for its succession of distinctive karst peaks and pastoral views. Travel through the area and enjoy the contrasts between open farmland, winding country roads, and towering limestone formations. Depending on the available time and transport arrangements, you may stop at selected viewpoints for photos or take a short walk to experience the rural surroundings more closely.

After a full day of outdoor sightseeing, return to your hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure and ask your guide for restaurant recommendations if you wish to try local Yangshuo specialties.

Accommodation: Hotel in Yangshuo or as specified in your confirmed booking.

Meals: Not included unless otherwise specified.

Travel tips: Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring sun protection and drinking water, and follow local safety instructions at cableway facilities, viewing platforms, and riverside areas.

After breakfast, depart for Shiwai Taoyuan, a scenic attraction whose name means “Peach Blossom Land” and evokes the idea of a peaceful, secluded paradise. Explore a landscape of waterways, green fields, traditional-style villages, and karst hills. The attraction offers a relaxed introduction to the countryside and local cultural scenery surrounding Guilin.

Continue to Gudong Waterfall Scenic Area, a popular nature destination known for its forested surroundings, clear streams, and cascading waterfalls. Follow the designated paths through the scenic area and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere created by flowing water and lush vegetation. The area is particularly appealing to visitors who enjoy outdoor walks and natural landscapes. Water levels and trail conditions vary by season, so follow the guidance of local staff and your guide.

Later, visit Solitary Beauty Peak and Prince City Scenic Area, an important historical and cultural site in central Guilin. Solitary Beauty Peak rises prominently above the surrounding cityscape and is associated with Guilin’s historic landscape and literary heritage. Explore the designated areas and learn about the history of the former Jingjiang princely residence and the region’s imperial connections.

As you walk through the historic grounds, appreciate the traditional architecture, stone inscriptions, courtyards, and views of the surrounding city. This visit provides a cultural contrast to the day’s earlier natural attractions and offers further insight into Guilin’s long history.

After sightseeing, return to your hotel. Enjoy a free evening to relax, explore nearby streets, or sample local food at your own expense.

Accommodation: Hotel in Guilin.

Meals: Not included unless otherwise specified.

Travel tips: Some sections of Gudong Waterfall Scenic Area and Solitary Beauty Peak may involve stairs or uneven paths. Comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Enjoy your final buffet breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Meet your driver and guide for the final day of sightseeing in Guilin, with private transportation arranged according to your departure schedule.

Begin with a visit to Guihai Qinglan, as listed in your itinerary, to enjoy a final look at Guilin’s distinctive natural scenery. The exact attraction name and access arrangements should be confirmed with your tour operator before departure, as the English transliteration may vary.

Continue to Elephant Trunk Hill, Guilin’s iconic landmark and one of the most recognizable symbols of the city. The hill resembles an elephant lowering its trunk to drink from the Li River, creating a striking natural silhouette. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the designated scenic area, admire the limestone formations, and take photographs of the river and surrounding landscape.

Next, visit East-West Lane, a lively historic district combining traditional architectural elements with modern shops, cafés, and local food outlets. Stroll through its pedestrian streets, admire the restored-style buildings, browse souvenirs, and discover local specialties. This is an ideal opportunity to enjoy a final taste of Guilin’s urban atmosphere and purchase small gifts before leaving.

After the tour, your private vehicle will transfer you to Guilin airport or the railway station for your onward journey. Please allow sufficient time for traffic, check-in, and security procedures. The departure transfer will be arranged according to your confirmed transportation details.

Meals: Hotel buffet breakfast included.

Departure transfer: Private drop-off at Guilin airport or railway station.