Guilin city day tour

The best of Guilin itself, in one relaxed day. Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill and the Two Rivers and Four Lakes — with a driver who knows where to park and when to avoid the crowds.

Private car from $76 per car
✓ 8 hours · short drives ✓ Driver waits for you ✓ Free cancellation up to 7 days

Price by vehicle

Per car for the whole day. Driver, fuel, tolls and parking included.

5-seat sedan
1–3 passengers
$76
CNY 500
Most booked
7-seat MPV
4–6 passengers
$106
CNY 700
11–14 seat van
7–10 passengers
$136
CNY 900
The driver stays with the vehicle for the whole day while you walk, eat and take photos. The hours in the price are door-to-door service time, not driving time — you are not charged extra for the hours you spend on foot.

How the day runs

09:00
Hotel pickup

Later start than the mountain trips — everything today is inside the city.

09:30
Elephant Trunk Hill

Guilin's emblem, where the Li River and Taohua River meet. About an hour is enough; the classic view is from the far bank.

11:00
Reed Flute Cave

A large limestone cavern lit with coloured lights, about 500 metres of walkway. Cool inside even in summer — bring a light layer.

13:00
Lunch

Guilin rice noodles are the local dish. The driver can take you to a straightforward local place or somewhere more comfortable — your choice.

14:30
Fubo Hill and Seven Star Park

Fubo Hill has a short climb with a river view; Seven Star Park is larger and gentler, with the camel-shaped hills.

17:00
Two Rivers and Four Lakes

Finish with the evening walk around the lakes, or the night boat if you prefer. The Sun and Moon pagodas are lit after dark.

Before you go

  • Entrance tickets for each attraction are paid separately — the car price does not include them.
  • This day involves short hops between sights rather than long drives, so it suits families and older travellers.
  • Reed Flute Cave is very busy 10:00-14:00; we can reorder the day to avoid the peak.
  • The night boat on the Four Lakes is worth staying for — ask the driver to drop you at the pier.

What is included

Included

  • Private car and professional driver for the day
  • Fuel, tolls and parking
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Guilin
  • Driver waits at each stop — no rushing
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water in the car

Not included

  • Attraction entrance tickets
  • Cable car or shuttle bus fees
  • Meals and drinks
  • Guide service inside attractions
  • Travel insurance

Questions

Are entrance tickets included?
No. Each attraction charges its own entrance fee, paid on site. The car price covers the vehicle, driver, fuel, tolls and parking between the sights.
Can we choose which sights to see?
Yes — the itinerary above is a suggestion. Tell the driver what interests you and he will reorder the day. If you want to skip the cave and spend longer at the lakes, that is fine.
Is this suitable for children or older parents?
Yes, it is the easiest day trip we run. Drives between sights are 10-20 minutes and there is no long mountain road.
How much walking is there?
Moderate. Reed Flute Cave is a 500-metre walk on a paved path, Fubo Hill is a short climb of about 200 steps, Seven Star Park is flat. Everything can be shortened.
Can we start later in the day?
Yes. If you would rather start at 11:00 and finish with the lakes lit up at night, tell us when you book — the driver's hours are the same either way.
Do we need a guide?
The driver will explain the basics and get you to each entrance, but he does not accompany you inside the attractions. If you want a proper guide, we can arrange one — ask for a quote.

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Fixed price confirmed in writing before you travel. A deposit holds the vehicle; the balance is paid at the end of the service.