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Top 10 Photography Tours in Guilin, Guangxi
Fascinating limestone hills and towers lure tourists from China and around the world to this city of 630,000. Popular sights include 120-hectare Seven Star Park, Reed Flute Cave, 200-foot high Fubo Hill and the much-loved Elephant Trunk Hill. Guilin is very popular as a starting point for Li River cruises to Yangshuo and for visits to the nearby minority villages of Yao, Miao and Dong. April, May, September and October are the best months to visit, as they avoid the extremes of heat and rain.
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1. Half-day Xingping photographic Sunrise tour with the Fisherman
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The classic shot of Li River is the one called "fishing lights on the Li River", together with sunrise or sunset. In the past, local fishermen paddled their bamboo raft and went fishing on the Li River as night falls. Highlights: • Attractions around Guilin that only serious travelers and shutterbugs can find The beautiful nature and idyllic life around the Li River • Instant Confirmation
Inclusions: The English speaking guide, Round-trip private transfer, The charge of the Fishing man
Exclusions: The food & drinks
Reviewed By Y165DNkatys
We had very nice days with Andy. We had a big delay due to thunderstorm in Shanghai. Andy was very spontaneous and changed our plans so we could still enjoy and see everything what was important for us. He knows a lot of nice places and routes without too many people. He suggested us nice and friendly hotels. He knows al lot about this region and Chinese history but he isn’t talking frequently. What we really enjoyed :) We can really recommend doing this tour with him!
2. 11-Day Small Group Tour to Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Yangshuo and Hong Kong
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
In this 11 days small group tour, you can not only touch China's profound history in Beijing and Xian, but enjoy the picturesque and incredible scenery in Guilin. It will take you to escape from the bustling city when you cruise on the Li River. Then your trip will extend to the booming international metropolis, Hong Kong, which is worth and easy being explored independently.
Inclusions: 10 nights accommodation based on twin-sharing room, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, One-way Economy-class airfare from Beijing to Xi'an, Xi'an to Guilin and Guilin to Hong Kong. , Two bottled water per person per day during guided tours, Professional guide & experienced driver during guided tours, Transport by air-conditioned coach during guided tours
Exclusions: Gratuities, China visa fees, International airfare, Entrance fees, guide and transport service in Hong Kong
Reviewed By SHF02862999
The best private tour experience I had so far travelling in China! Tour guide, QiuyanLi, was doing all possible to make my short 2-days trip full of new experiences and emotions! She shared a lot of interesting facts about the region, local culture and traditions of minorities, even helped to communciate with them. I really enjoyed Li River cruise and QiuyanLi helped me to capture best moments including famous '20 yuan' photo. I would also highly recommend everyone to visit Longji rice terrace. For me, as foreigner it was first time to see rice terrace and I was really impressed. QiuyanLi gave me a lesson on how to grow rice and build rice field, now feel myself almost an expert :).
3. Guilin Cycling By Locals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
We will select the classical way which is beautiful countryside and landscapes areas for cycling and photographing. We love to show you off the beaten path old town,village,landscapes ! We also share the professional photo taking experience with you, helping you to take a classical picture back home with our locals !
Inclusions: TravelByLocals will offer the bikes in Guilin and Yangshuo , Private transportation
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4. 2 Days Guilin Tour with Private Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
With picturesque mountains, clear waters, mysterious caves, pretty rocks and pastoral scenes, Guilin is recognized as one of the most naturally beautiful places on earth. This itinerary satisfies your desire of approaching this “Paradise on Earth”. Guilin’s “must see” are all included this escorted tour - Reed Flute Cave, Seven Star Park, Fubo Hill, Elephant Trunk Hill and Li River Cruise.
Inclusions: Lunch, Private English-speaking tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off for both Day 1 and Day 2, Air conditioned car with chauffeur, Lunch on board on Day 2, Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies
Exclusions: Lunch on Day 1, Overnight accommodation, Gratuities
Reviewed By SHF02862999
The best private tour experience I had so far travelling in China! Tour guide, QiuyanLi, was doing all possible to make my short 2-days trip full of new experiences and emotions! She shared a lot of interesting facts about the region, local culture and traditions of minorities, even helped to communciate with them. I really enjoyed Li River cruise and QiuyanLi helped me to capture best moments including famous '20 yuan' photo. I would also highly recommend everyone to visit Longji rice terrace. For me, as foreigner it was first time to see rice terrace and I was really impressed. QiuyanLi gave me a lesson on how to grow rice and build rice field, now feel myself almost an expert :).
5. Full/Half-day Xingping Photographic Sunset tour with the Fisherman
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
The classic shot of Li River is the one called "fishing lights on the Li River", together with sunrise or sunset. In the past, local fishermen paddled their bamboo raft and went fishing on the Li River as night falls. A magical scene appears when the river is dotted with fishing lights. It's a scene that shows an intimate relationship between human and nature. Highlights: 1. Enjoy the Sunset of the 20RMB note area. 2. take the photos with fishermen on bamboo rafts or even with the fishing birds. Note: If you want to book this tour ONE day before, you'd better check with us if has a Fisherman available or not, due to sometimes the fishing man is fully booked, thank you.
Inclusions: The Private car & private guide, Round-trip private transfer, The charge of the Fisherman, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Gustav1985
If you are planning a trip to Guilin + surroundings, Andy is your Guy. I know Andy since 2015 and booked all my four trips to Guilin through him. This included trips where I only needed assistance to book the Li River Cruise and an airport transport but also fully customized private luxury tours with my family. Andy (or members of his team) were always on time, always friendly and helpful, always driving safely and always interested to make the most out of your trip. Professional, trustworthy, perfect English and always a great experience.
6. 9-Day Small-Group China Tour to Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin and Yangshuo, No Shops
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
This classic itinerary presents the most popular parts of China on an exciting 9-day tour. Visit China's renowned ancient capitals, Beijing and Xi'an, and admire the impressive sites as they bring you back to eras long past. In addition, you will visit Guilin and Yangshou, China's scenic wonderland which is home to some of its most beautiful and iconic nature. This small-group tour will bring you to China's must see sites, and is a perfect introduction for first time visitors.
Inclusions: 8 nights accommodation based on twin-sharing room, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, One way economy class airfare from Beijing to Xi'an and Xi'an to Guilin, Two bottles of water per person per day, Professional English-speaking guide, Transport by air-conditioned coach with experienced driver
Exclusions: Gratuities to guides and drivers (recommended), China visa fees, International airfare, Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Airport drop-off service in Guilin on Day 9
Reviewed By SHF02862999
The best private tour experience I had so far travelling in China! Tour guide, QiuyanLi, was doing all possible to make my short 2-days trip full of new experiences and emotions! She shared a lot of interesting facts about the region, local culture and traditions of minorities, even helped to communciate with them. I really enjoyed Li River cruise and QiuyanLi helped me to capture best moments including famous '20 yuan' photo. I would also highly recommend everyone to visit Longji rice terrace. For me, as foreigner it was first time to see rice terrace and I was really impressed. QiuyanLi gave me a lesson on how to grow rice and build rice field, now feel myself almost an expert :).
7. Guilin Tianxin Village Photography Private Day Tour
The charm of Guilin scenery not only lies in its natural beauty, but also in its own rural culture integrating with it. The scenes of peasants working in the fields surrounded by mountains and water not only gives the Guilin scenery a focal point, but also provides vivid rural life shots for photographers.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan/car., English speaking tour guide., The charge of the local farmer & Buffalo.
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Y165DNkatys
We had very nice days with Andy. We had a big delay due to thunderstorm in Shanghai. Andy was very spontaneous and changed our plans so we could still enjoy and see everything what was important for us. He knows a lot of nice places and routes without too many people. He suggested us nice and friendly hotels. He knows al lot about this region and Chinese history but he isn’t talking frequently. What we really enjoyed :) We can really recommend doing this tour with him!
8. Yangshuo Cormorant Fishing and Xingping Ancient Town Tour
Visit Xingping ancient town and have a historical exploring of the town. Capturing each and every moment of the local fishermen and cormorant fishing performance at sunset.
Inclusions: Private transfer, English-speaking or Japanese-speaking tour guide, Cormorant fishing fee (5 times of casting net)
Exclusions: Personal costs, Gratuities to tour guide and driver, Meals
9. SIC tour Guilin-Longsheng Terrace with Lunch start from Guilin and end in Guilin
Today guide will pick you up from hotel in Guilin city center. Your Hotel pick up is around 07:30-08:30 am Longsheng Terrace Known as the most amazing terrace in China, the Longsheng Rice Terrace is 2 hours ride from Guilin in Guangxi. Construction of the terraces began in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), and continued until the early Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) when construction was completed. Today it's a good way to hike in the village to see the beautiful rice fileds, no matter which season you come and i think you will be very happy in the village with such beautiful view.
Inclusions: Transfers, English/Chinese speaking guide, Chinese Lunch, Entrance fee to Longji terrace
Exclusions: Tips, Personal things, Accommodation with breakfast
Reviewed By 630johank
I had booked this private tour with Viator (written confirmation, with date, time, hotel name and pick-up). The operator/guide never showed up, and couldn’t be reached on the designated phone number, despite several tries. Neither I nor Viator could reach them. An hour later they returned my calls and said “I don’t think we have any tours planned today.” (Viator has refunded the tour-cost.)
10. 2 Day - Yangshuo Photography Tour
Photography has become a big part of the traveling experience. And capturing that perfect moment, can lead to memories that can be looked back on for a lifetime. To help you get the most out of the areas sites and scenery we put together our Yangshuo Photography Tour. Yangshuo is known for its outstanding vistas and culture laden towns and villages. Taking a great photo here can be quite easy. But taking an amazing one requires a little local knowledge and experience to find those spots of outstanding beauty.
Inclusions: All Entrance tickets , Water, Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, Gratuities
Exclusions: Accomodation, Meals
Reviewed By Roving600924
The booking for the YangShuo photography tour was confirmed at$280 and it was supposed to start at 5:30 am on Dec. 29. The tour guide, Kevin, sent me a message around 4-5 pm on the 28th. He requested me to pay extra 250 rmb, otherwise the tour would be cancelled. He said it was for transportation charge. I asked him to contact Viator to resolve the problem, because I was taking another tour. He said that he did not get any feedback from Viator, and I ended up paying extra 250 rbm. It was not fair for a traveller to pay extra charge, after everything was confirmed and I was told that I can not cancel it within 24 hours. The guide notified me to pay extra charge within 24 hours... I am wondering whether Viator can resolve this problem. Thanks, Sejin Chung
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