Guilin Li River 5A

Karst peaks reflected in emerald water — a cruise that feels like travelling inside a painting.

Guilin Li River-About this place

About the Li River

Rising in the Mao'er Mountains, the Li River runs 214 kilometres through Guilin and Yangshuo. The Yangdi–Xingping stretch is the finest, home to Nine Horse Hill and the Yellow Cloth Shoal scene printed on the 20-yuan note.

Classic cruise: Zhujiang Pier in Guilin to Longtoushan Pier in Yangshuo (about 4 hours)
Independent route: Hike from Yangdi to Xingping, roughly 20 km and 6–8 hours
Best timing: Early morning or after rain, when mist hangs over the water