1 Day - Yangshuo Highlights Tour

1 Day - Yangshuo Highlights Tour

A Yangshuo Local with a lifetime of experience. Kevin has been working to provide great experience to all visitors since the towns development into one of china's top tourist destinations. Being born and raised in Yangshuo he has a keen insight into all the area can offer, and has worked hard to increase his knowledge of the area, discovering many off the beaten track areas with which to escape the standard tourist trails. He has excellent English and prides himself on quality of service and making sure people get to experience the real Yangshuo he has know and loved his whole life. He is Also a proud family man and keen photographer

Itinerary
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Stop At: Xianggong Mountain, Xingping Town, Yangshuo County 541906 China

After quenching our thirsts we head up to Xiangong Hill. A superb viewpoint overlooking a curve in the Li-river. Looking down the valley onto the carste landscape reflected in the waters of the Li-River. This is often considered one of the best views in Yangshuo and with good reason. Even in poor weather it reveals a truly captivating view of the area. Once we have descended the mountain, we make our way to a local farmers market. Stopping along the way to take in the views across the rice fields from another local view point.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: local food and produce market in Yangshuo, intersection of Pantao Road and West Street on south side of Pantao road, Yangshuo County China

We then take some time to explore the local market looking at the various wares on sale. Exploring the local markets can be a great way to get a feel for a culture. As all the essentials of life are on display. From local produce that changes through out the year, basic kitchen equipment, Local pottery and farmers equipment. It can also be a great chance for some unique photos of the real locals of the area. And you get the chance to see real local interaction that may be quite different from what you experience as a tourist visiting the main attractions. Whilst at the market we will take the time to sit and enjoy a good lunch among the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Yulong River, Yangshuo, Yangshuo County China

From here we move into the famous Yu-Long Area. This is a beautiful amalgamation of the landscape elements of Yangshuo. The valley offer great views of the carste mountains rising either side of the river. With the valley base covered in rice and vegetable fields. And depending on the season beautiful flowers, or fruit blossoms. You can also see the local water buffalo’s roaming the area. Chaperoned by there herders moving between the picturesque villages. Which are full of a mixture of old and new buildings. With some stunning Qing & Ming Dynasty homes hidden among the newer buildings. To see the area in all its glory we will take bamboo Rafts down the river. Allowing a slow pace to absorb the scenery and enjoy the river the same way it has been for century’s

Duration: 4 hours