4-Day Guilin to Yangshuo Tour with Vegetarian and Indian Cuisine, Adventure, History & Treks

Day 1: Guilin City Highlights

Guilin, China on June 4, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Loving Hut Vegetarian Restaurant

Start your day at Loving Hut, located at No.12 Zhongshan South Road, serving a variety of healthy vegetarian dishes perfect for breakfast.
CNY30, 1h0m

10:00am

Explore Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area

Take a scenic walk and boat trip around Guilin’s lakes and rivers, enjoying serene landscapes and ancient bridges.
CNY120 for boat, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Tandoor Indian Cuisine

Enjoy authentic Indian vegetarian and vegan dishes at Tandoor Indian Cuisine, 29 Binjiang Road, with quick service and flavorful options.
CNY60, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Reed Flute Cave

Explore the iconic limestone cave with vibrant lighting highlighting impressive stalactites and stalagmites formations.
CNY90, 1h30m

3:15pm

Elephant Trunk Hill Park

Visit Guilin’s symbol, Elephant Trunk Hill, for a scenic stroll with great photo opportunities of this natural rock formation.
CNY75, 1h0m

4:30pm

Travel to Longji Rice Terrace Area

Take a taxi or Didi (approx 30 minutes) to Longji Rice Terrace guesthouse and prepare for trekking tomorrow.
CNY100 approx taxi, 0h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Guesthouse Restaurant

Enjoy a vegetarian Guangxi meal prepared fresh at the guesthouse to recharge for your trekking adventure.
CNY50, 1h0m

Day 2: Terraces Trekking

Longji Rice Terraces, Guilin, China on June 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Simple yet nutritious vegetarian breakfast with buns and soy milk to start trekking.
Included, 0h45m

7:45am

Trek from Ping’an to Dazhai (Medium Level Trek 1)

Trek across terraces and villages, passing stunning landscapes and minority culture contexts.
Free, 4h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Dazhai Village Vegetarian Restaurant

Savor local vegetarian specialties in a village setting surrounded by spectacular terraces.
CNY35, 1h0m

1:00pm

Return Trek from Dazhai to Ping’an (Medium Level Trek 2)

Return trekking on different scenic routes offering quieter, offbeat terrace views and village scenes.
Free, 3h0m

4:00pm

Tea House Rest in Ping’an

Relax in a traditional minority tea house with local jasmine tea and cultural ambiance.
CNY30, 1h0m

5:30pm

Return to Guilin City

Private taxi or shuttle bus back to Guilin, approximately 2 hours. Rest or prepare for next day cruise.
CNY100 - 200, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Loving Hut Guilin

Vegetarian Asian fusion in a relaxed setting to recover after trekking.
CNY50, 1h0m

Day 3: Li River Cruise to Yangshuo

Guilin to Yangshuo, China on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel or Loving Hut

Light vegetarian meal to prepare for the scenic river journey.
CNY30, 1h0m

9:00am

Li River Cruise Guilin to Yangshuo

Enjoy the world-famous 4-5 hour cruise, viewing magnificent limestone karst peaks and rural landscapes.
CNY200, 5h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Pure Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant, West Street, Yangshuo

Delight in exquisite vegetarian Chinese dishes with a focus on lotus root specialties near Yangshuo’s vibrant West Street.
CNY60, 1h0m

3:30pm

Explore Yangshuo West Street

Wander the lively old street with shops, cafes, and riverside views in one of China’s most charming small towns.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Impression Liu Sanjie Show

Enjoy the spectacular outdoor light and music show on the Li River, depicting local folk culture. Show starts 7:30pm - arrive early for seating.
CNY240, 1h30m

6:00pm

Early Dinner at Yen's Indian Kitchen, Yangshuo

Savor authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine close to the theater with excellent curries and naan breads.
CNY60, 1h0m

7:30pm

Attend Impression Liu Sanjie Show

Experience this unique water stage performance highlighting Guilin’s culture and scenery.
Included, 1h30m

Day 4: Yangshuo Adventures & Offbeat

Yangshuo, Guilin, China on June 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yangshuo Vegetarian Cafe

Enjoy a freshly prepared vegetarian breakfast to prepare for a day of exploration.
CNY30, 0h45m

9:00am

Yangshuo Bike Ride to Moon Hill and Minor Villages

Cycle along scenic rural paths past terraces, farms and spectacular limestone formations. Hike the 800+ steps to Moon Hill summit for panoramic views.
Bike rental approx CNY30, Free hike, 3h0m

12:15pm

Lunch at Pure Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant

Refuel with creative vegetarian dishes featuring local fresh produce.
CNY60, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Yangshuo Big Banyan Tree and Offbeat Countryside

Explore scenic countryside spots including the monumental Big Banyan Tree and quiet river paths less traveled by tourists.
Free, 2h0m

3:30pm

Relax at a Riverside Tea House

Enjoy jasmine tea and local snacks by the Yulong River as you soak in peaceful surroundings.
CNY30, 1h0m

5:00pm

Optional Evening Stroll or Market Visit

Stroll the lantern-lit streets or explore local markets for souvenirs and snacks in Yangshuo.
Free, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Yen's Indian Kitchen

Savor a final Indian vegetarian feast with diverse curries and breads to conclude your tour.
CNY60, 1h0m