Free Walking Tour in Guilin – Limestone Peaks, Li River & China's Picturesque Landscapes
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Guilin, China
Guilin
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Chinese, Japanese (Language)
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Tour description
Guilin is set amidst China's most famous scenery, a magical landscape of jagged karst peaks rising above the Li River that has inspired painters and poets for centuries. The city itself is a delightful place with lakes, hills, and an old town. On this walking tour, a local guide will help you discover its beauty and culture.
You will visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, stroll around the city's lakes and old town, and admire the surrounding peaks. Along the way, you will hear stories about the landscape, legends, and local life. Picturesque and peaceful, Guilin is a wonderful city to explore on foot.
You will visit the iconic Elephant Trunk Hill, stroll around the city's lakes and old town, and admire the surrounding peaks. Along the way, you will hear stories about the landscape, legends, and local life. Picturesque and peaceful, Guilin is a wonderful city to explore on foot.
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Elephant Trunk Hill park entrance, Guilin
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Elephant Trunk Hill: We meet beside the iconic limestone hill along the river.
Stop 2 – Li River Bank: Admire the river and the mountain peaks.
Stop 3 – Two Rivers and Four Lakes: The city's beautiful waterways.
Stop 4 – Sun and Moon Pagodas: The famous pagodas beside the lake.
Stop 5 – Old Town: The city's traditional alleys.
Stop 6 – Central Square & Market: The bustling heart of Guilin.
Stop 7 – Limestone Mountain Viewing Point: End the journey with picturesque mountain-and-water scenery.
Stop 2 – Li River Bank: Admire the river and the mountain peaks.
Stop 3 – Two Rivers and Four Lakes: The city's beautiful waterways.
Stop 4 – Sun and Moon Pagodas: The famous pagodas beside the lake.
Stop 5 – Old Town: The city's traditional alleys.
Stop 6 – Central Square & Market: The bustling heart of Guilin.
Stop 7 – Limestone Mountain Viewing Point: End the journey with picturesque mountain-and-water scenery.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)
• Approximately 3-hour guided walking tour
• Commentary on history, local culture, and hidden gems
• Insider tips on food, cafés, and what to see next
• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
• Approximately 3-hour guided walking tour
• Commentary on history, local culture, and hidden gems
• Insider tips on food, cafés, and what to see next
• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Public transportation and entrance fees to attractions or museums
• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)
• Personal expenses
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Public transportation and entrance fees to attractions or museums
• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)
• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation anytime — this is a tip-based free walking tour, so there is never a cancellation fee. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. The tour runs rain or shine; in bad weather, the guide may adjust the route for greater comfort.
Other notes
Daily departures with multiple start times. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and dress appropriately for the weather. Suitable for all ages.
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