Private Tour/Small Group Tour
6 Days Guilin Photography Tour
Capture the breathtaking landscapes of Guilin with your camera
Route: Guilin - Longsheng - Yangshuo - Guilin(6 days)
from USD$3108.00 p.p.
Guilin, with its stunning karst landscapes and cultural richness, is a paradise for photographers. This 6-day photography tour will take you through ancient towns, terraced fields, and along the scenic Li River, providing ample opportunities to capture some of the most picturesque sights in China.
Trip Highlights
- Photograph the ancient architecture and stone bridges in Daxu Ancient Town
- Portrait photography of minority people in Longsheng
- Capture the iconic cormorant fishing scene in Xingping Town
- Hike along the serene Yulong River and enjoy a bike ride through Yangshuo countryside
- Early morning shoot of the sunrise at Xianggong Hill
Attractions You'll Visit
Hotels You'll Stay At
Restaurants You'll Dine At
Customizable Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Guilin, a city renowned for its stunning Karst Mountains and the Li River. Upon arrival, meet your guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for the upcoming photography adventures.
Accommodation: Poetry & Beyond · Li River Courtyard Hotel (5-star)
Dining: Free time to explore local cuisine
Transportation:
Private transfer from airport to hotel
Start the day with a visit to Folded Brocade Hill, offering a panoramic view of Guilin and the Li River. Then, visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, symbol of Guilin. In the afternoon, explore Daxu Ancient Town, where you can capture images of ancient architecture, stone bridges, and streets steeped in history.
Accommodation: Poetry & Beyond · Li River Courtyard Hotel (5-star)
Dining: Breakfast at hotel, lunch
Transportation:
Private vehicle
Travel to Longsheng, famous for its stunning terraced fields and ethnic minority cultures. Visit a local family to learn how to make bamboo rice and enjoy a traditional lunch. Spend the afternoon capturing portraits of the local people and the breathtaking views of the rice terraces.
Accommodation: Poetry & Beyond · Li River Courtyard Hotel (5-star)
Dining: Breakfast at hotel, lunch with a local family
Transportation:
Private vehicle
Embark on a combined hiking and rafting tour along the Li River, allowing you to take in and photograph the stunning karst landscapes at your own pace. Stop at Xingping Ancient Town for lunch and explore the town before capturing the famous cormorant fishing scene at sunset. Transfer to Yangshuo for overnight stay.
Accommodation: Guilin Shuiyin Corridor Hotel（5-star）
Dining: Breakfast at hotel, lunch in Xingping
Transportation:
Private vehicle, rafting boat
Begin the day with a visit to a local market followed by a cooking class where you'll learn to prepare traditional Guilin dishes. After lunch, hike along the peaceful Yulong River, capturing the serene landscapes, and end the day with a relaxing bike ride through the Yangshuo countryside.
Accommodation: Guilin Shuiyin Corridor Hotel（5-star）
Dining: Breakfast at hotel, lunch at cooking school
Transportation:
Private vehicle, bicycle
Rise early for a sunrise shoot at Xianggong Hill, offering one of the best views of the Li River. After the shoot, return to the hotel for breakfast and then transfer to the airport for your departure.
Accommodation: Free time to explore at your own pace.
Dining: Breakfast at hotel
Transportation:
Private transfer from hotel to airport
Price: What’s Included & What’s Excluded
Price:
from USD$3,108.00 p.p.
The above price is based on a group tour for 2 people sharing one standard double-bed room in 5-star hotels.
Price varies depending on travel date, group size, hotel class, program in your itinerary, and possible fluctuation of currency exchange rate.
Price Includes
- In-country transportation as noted in the itinerary
- Admission fees and activity expenses as noted in the itinerary
- Luxury or boutique hotels centrally located
- Meals in local restaurants as noted in the itinerary with complimentary drinking water
- English-speaking guide service
- Private chauffeur and vehicle service
Price Excludes
- International transportation
- Chinese tourist visa
- Travel and medical insurance
- Meals, snacks, alcohol, etc., apart from those included in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges
- Personal expenses
- Sights, excursions, and activities not included in the itinerary
- Gratuities to guide and driver
Important Notes
This tour is fully customizable to meet your specific photography interests. Your personal travel consultant will assist you in creating the ideal itinerary.
Private Tour
- Exclusive Experience: Enjoy a truly personalized journey—your group will have the guide's undivided attention.
- Dress Code: For your comfort, we recommend smart casual attire and comfortable walking shoes.
- Pricing: Rates are based on twin occupancy. Please note, this pricing is not applicable during China’s Official Holidays.
- Itinerary Adjustments: Your guide will ensure you have the best experience possible and may adjust the itinerary if certain sites are closed, such as museums on Mondays.
- Optional Add-Ons: We are delighted to offer additional tours to Suzhou, Hangzhou, Watertown, or other cities to enhance your experience.
- Flexible Entry/Exit: You have the flexibility to enter or exit China via Hong Kong or Taipei. Should you wish to extend your stay in any of these cities—Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, or Taipei—we’re happy to arrange it for you.
Small Group Tour
- Group Size: Experience a well-planned itinerary while traveling with a small, intimate group of up to 12 fellow travelers.
- Dress Code: We suggest smart casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes for your convenience.
- Pricing: Our rates are based on twin occupancy and are not available during China’s Official Holidays.
- Itinerary Adjustments: Your guide will prioritize your experience, making itinerary adjustments as needed, such as if museums are closed on Mondays.
- Airport Transfer: We offer a convenient hotel-to-airport transfer in Shanghai, available upon request for an additional fee.
- Flexible Entry/Exit: Should you wish to extend your stay in any of the entry or exit cities—Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, or Taipei—we are more than happy to assist.
Other Important Information
- Booking: To secure your reservation, please complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.
- Surcharges: For your convenience, please be aware that online credit card and PayPal payments may incur surcharges.
- Tour Start Dates: Private tours can begin on any day of your choosing, while small group tours have set start dates.
- Tour Start Cities: Multi-day small group tours commence in Beijing. Private and custom tours are flexible and can begin in any of the listed cities.
- Flights: Domestic flights are included in your package. For select destinations, international flights are also included. Please note baggage limits apply.
- High-Speed Trains: Enjoy the comfort of first-class seats with our luxury packages, or second-class seats with our superior packages. Upgrades are available upon request.
- Transfers: Your package includes airport-to-hotel transfers. We also offer post-tour airport transfers for an additional fee.
- Early Arrival & Stay Behind: Should you wish to arrive early or extend your stay after the tour, we offer a variety of accommodation options to suit your needs.
- Tour Guide: You’ll be in the capable hands of our bilingual guides, who possess deep local knowledge and are dedicated to enriching your travel experience. Rest assured, we do not include commission-based shopping tours in our itineraries.
- Accommodation: Enjoy the comfort of four or five-star hotels, centrally located in each city. Special bedding requests are available, though additional charges may apply.
- Child/Infant Policy: We offer tailored pricing based on age groups. Please note, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Meals: A daily breakfast is included. While lunch and dinner are generally not included, we are happy to provide local dining recommendations. Certain cruises may include additional meals.
- Passport & Visa: A valid passport is required for travel, and a tourist visa is necessary. We recommend obtaining your visa promptly after receiving the necessary documentation.
- Gratuities: Please note, gratuities are not included in the package price.
- Insurance: For your peace of mind, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
- Schedule of Fees: Should you need to make changes to your travel arrangements, please be aware that fees may apply. Cancellation fees are determined based on the timing of your request.
Reviews from Our Customers
Explore what our customers are saying about their private China tours with us. Read through their recent reviews on personalized itineraries, expert guides, seamless transportation, curated attractions, exceptional dining experiences, and premium accommodations. Let their stories inspire your next unforgettable journey.
Cas Neo
USA
My fiancée and I traveled in China for 13 days, and everything went smoothly! We didn't encounter any problems. The tour guides and drivers were always punctual or even early, and there were no mishaps along the way.
I particularly want to thank our Xi'an guide, Eric. The other guides were great too, but Eric made our travel experience especially unforgettable.
He was energetic and sincerely showed us the most intimate parts of his country, places that were not only important to foreigners but also held special significance for him. He didn't just recite facts; he shared his childhood memories of growing up in each region and used analogies to help us better understand why ancient Chinese people had certain beliefs and why they built structures in specific ways.
When someone is passionate about their work, it makes all the difference, and I will always remember everything Eric showed and explained to us.
Thank you very much, Eric, for sharing your passion and appreciation for this country with us!
Destination(s): Kunming, Zhangjiajie, Xi'an
Date of Experience: 2024-05-03
Tour Customized by: Snow
Дарья Ткачук
Russia
Working with Lily from Nihao China Tour ensured that planning our trip to China was completely hassle-free. We knew we wanted to visit Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, and Xi'an. She provided us with an excellent itinerary that included five-star hotels and private tours. She patiently followed up with me, answering all my questions and making the booking experience seamless. The documents and itinerary were well-organized and easy to follow.
We had the most knowledgeable guides and drivers taking us from one location to another. The guides and drivers were very punctual and kept us moving at a good pace, allowing us to experience everything China has to offer. The highlight of the trip was visiting Zhangjiajie.
I highly recommend Nihao China Tour to anyone seeking high-end services and who doesn't mind paying a bit extra for it.
Destination(s): Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Xi'an,
Date of Experience: 2024-03-07
Tour Customized by: Lily
Petria Spinoza
USA
We planned a once-in-a-lifetime trip to China and are glad we trusted NCT (Nihao China Tour) to handle the travel logistics. We only arranged flights to Beijing and departing from Shanghai, and left everything else to NCT. Their staff were very professional, flexible, and most importantly, punctual. At every stop, there was always someone to meet us, never leaving us feeling lost or wondering what to do next and where to go. The schedule was flexible to meet our needs. We enjoyed private tours in Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, and Zhangjiajie, and all the guides were very knowledgeable and courteous. Our travel coordinator, Lucy, was exceptional. The guides were excellent. We couldn't recommend NCT more enthusiastically. Thank you all for making this trip enjoyable and worry-free!!!
Destination(s): Beijing, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai
Date of Experience: 2023-12-22
Tour Customized by: Lucy
Rocio Gonzalez Perez
Mexico
We had the absolute best time! Everything was wonderful, especially not having to worry about guides and transportation. Nihao China Tour did an excellent job in coordinating everything. I truly recommend them and have already told several people!
Let me give some specifics! Eric in Xi'an was fantastic. He was always willing to communicate between us and the street vendors, explaining what they were selling. If we weren't interested, he would politely tell them, and they would leave. We only know a few basic Chinese phrases, so this was very helpful and reassuring.
Allen in Zhangjiajie was charming, polite, and inspiring! He was very knowledgeable about everything and did an excellent job keeping us informed and engaged. His photography skills were also commendable, helping us take some unique shots at the mountain top!
Grace in Yunnan was passionate and informative.
The drivers were very polite, punctual, and helpful—overall, it was an unforgettable holiday and truly fulfilled an item on our bucket list. If we decide to visit another place we're interested in, like Tibet, we will definitely reach out to them again.
Our coordinator Lily was patient, helpful, and a great expert advisor!
Destination(s): Kunming, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie
Date of Experience: 2024-03-23
Tour Customized by: Lily
Isabelle Adams
USA
Stella and NCT (Nihao China Tour) planned and prepared our trip to China for the eight of us, and they did an outstanding job. The hotels and domestic flights she selected were excellent. The hotels offered plentiful breakfasts, friendly staff, convenient locations, and a great atmosphere. The guides and drivers were knowledgeable and helpful. Pre-checking in for domestic flights reduced airport stress and anxiety.
I would definitely recommend Stella and NCT to anyone considering visiting China!
Thank you for providing such an unforgettable experience.
Destination(s): Shanghai, Kunming, Beijing
Date of Experience: 2023-11-30
Tour Customized by: Stella