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Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Chinese minority cultures on this private 1-day tour. Your personal guide will share insights into the customs of the Yao and Zhuang people as you explore Huangluo Village, famed for its "Long Hair" tradition. Then, trek through Ping’an Village to witness the most spectacular rice-terrace vistas, resembling a dragon’s scales. Enjoy a delicious local lunch featuring bamboo rice, smoked pork, and rice wine, before relaxing with private door-to-door transfers back to your Guilin hotel.
Highlights:
• Discover the sculpted landscapes of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces
• Learn about Yao and Zhuang culture from your private guide
• Feast on authentic local dishes in Ping’an village
• Relax with hassle-free private transfers from your hotel
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We include private transfers within Guilin City in your reservation. Please provide your preferred pickup point. Your hotel in central Guilin and Yangshuo.
Itinerary
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Guilin (Pass by)
Your driver-guide will pick you up at 8:30am (or your preferred time) from Guilin Airport, Railway Station, your hotel in Yangshuo/central Guilin, or any designated location. The drive takes about 2 hours from Guilin city to Ping'an, or just over 1 hour from Yangshuo.
Admission ticket free -
1
Your day begins with a scenic drive from Guilin to the Longji Rice Terraces area, where your private guide will introduce you to the fascinating traditions of the Yao and Zhuang ethnic groups. Your first stop is Huangluo Village, famously known as the "Long Hair Village" due to the unique hair-care customs of the local Yao women. Here, you’ll gain insight into their daily lives and traditional practices, which have been preserved for generations. The village’s serene atmosphere and cultural richness make it a captivating introduction to the region’s heritage. You can purchase tickets for Longji Rice Terraces when you arrive at the Longji parking lot.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
After exploring Huangluo Village, you will continue to Ping'an Village in the heart of the breathtaking Longji Rice Terraces. Begin with a self-paid lunch of local specialties such as fragrant bamboo rice, smoked pork, and sweet rice wine in the village. Then, follow your guide from the Ping'an parking lot up steep stone stairs through the village, observing the Zhuang people's daily life and traditional wooden architecture along the way. Your first stop is Viewing Platform No. 2, where you'll see the iconic "Seven Stars with the Moon" terrace formation. Next, take a moderate hike along peaceful trails past bamboo groves and terraced fields to Viewing Platform No. 1 for a spectacular panoramic view of the terraces - a magnificent landscape shaped by centuries of farming that appears especially dramatic during planting and harvest seasons.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
Guilin (Pass by)
After a wonderful day exploring the majestic Longji Rice Terraces, encountering local ethnic communities, and completing your scenic hike, you'll be transferred back to your Guilin hotel (approximately a 2-hour drive). Relax or take a nap during the journey, arriving around 6:00 pm with lasting impressions of rural China's breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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