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Guilin Private Day Tour to Reed Flute Cave,Elephant Trunk Hill and Daxu Old Town

6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Guilin Private Day Tour to Reed Flute Cave,Elephant Trunk Hill and Daxu Old Town

About this activity

Get to know Guilin in one day on this private full-day tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, explore the landmark of Guilin-Elephant Trunk Hill including the Yunfeng Temple, and walk to the Puxian Tower on the peak to enjoy the panoramic views of the city and Li River. Admire the rock formations within Reed Flute Cave, then discover the 1000 years old Daxu Old Town to find out the primitive simplicity, with a long history and lots of traditional Chinese residences. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, Lunch and door to door transfer.

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At a glance

Duration
6–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Chinese, English
Operated by
Unique Beijing Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–9 years) · Adults (10–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Travel by private vehicle
  • Included: Entrance Fee

Not included

  • Not included: Accommodation
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Elephant Trunk Hill (Xiangbishan)

    one hour Admission included

    Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your Guilin hotel, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, embark upon your Private day tour of the city's sights. Discuss the historical highlights and attractions you wish to see with your knowledgeable guide who will help you plan an itinerary according to your interests. Then, set off and explore. Typically, you will start with the Elephant Trunk Hill.

    Elephant Trunk Hill is the landmark of Guilin. It has been a famous tourism destination since the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907). The hill looks like a giant elephant drinking water from the river.

  2. Xiangbi Moutain Puxian Tower

    30 min Admission included

    Enjoy a vigorous walk to the top, visit the the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) Puxian Tower which was built to worship Samantabahdra. Get to learn its history from your tour guide, then enjoy the panoramic views of the city, Li River and surrounding scenery.

  3. Yunfeng Temple

    30 min Admission included

    Continue to Yunfeng Temple-one of the famous ancient temples of Guilin. Which was the dwelling place of Monk Jianzhen, an eminent monk of the Tang Dynasty, crossing over to Japan six times to spread Buddhist doctrines and help regularize monks' behavior. Stroll around the temple and the exhibition gallery on the second floor.

  4. Reed Flute Cave (Ludi Yan)

    2 hours Admission included

    Afterwards, heading to Reed Flute Cave. Over millions of years, dripping water has eroded the cave to create a special world of various stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations. Explore important spots in the attraction such as :Tower-shaped Pine,Crystal Palace etc. Despite the fantastic natural scenery inside Reed Flute Cave, there are many writings on the wall. There are 77 travelogues and poems left, which are derived from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

  5. Daxu Ancient Town

    2 hours Admission included

    Then, heading to Daxu Old Town.

    Upon arrival, enjoy lunch first. Then spend some leisure time to explore.

    As a typical and well preserved traditional Chinese town, Daxu old town is a jewel of culture and history that is still ranked as an off-the-beaten track sight. The charming ancient town of Daxu has a history tracing back to more than 1,000 years ago. Originally constituted during the early Northern Song Dynasty (960 – 1126), Daxu is a jewel for ancient buildings and temples.

    Stroll around the the long and narrow blue flagstone paths. Houses on both sides are made of black brick and grey tile in the style of the Ming (1368-1644AD) and Qing Dynasty (1644-1911AD), reflecting historical vicissitudes over past years. Explore the local shops and restaurants. Admire the Gaozu Temple and the Hanhuang Temple which was built in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Standing on the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Longevity Bridge and appreciate the charming scenery of the Li river, nearby Millstone Hill and Snail Hill across the bank.

    When you are ready to leaven, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Guilin.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Guilai Hotel
  • Huiyueshang Hotel (Guilin Renmin Road)
  • Yangshuo Lazy Man's View Hotel
  • Yachne Light Luxury Hotel
  • Hillman Smart Hotel
  • Venus Royal Hotel Venus Royal Hotel (Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Elephant Trunk Mountain Branch)
  • Hanting Hotel Guilin Municipal Administration
  • Honghai Hotel (Guilin Railway Station Vientiane City)
  • Guilin Leju Hotel
  • Yu Hill Hotel (Guilin Arctic Square)
  • Lavande Hotels.Guilin Exhibition Center
  • Yangshuo Lazy Man's View Hotel

and 653 more pickup points

We pick you up from your hotel in Guilin, please provide your hotel details when make booking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Guilin Private Day Tour to Reed Flute Cave,Elephant Trunk Hill and Daxu Old Town

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