• Guilin - The driver-guide will collect you at 8:30 am (or at a time you prefer) from Guilin Airport, Railway Station, your hotel in Yangshuo/central Guilin, or any specified location. The journey from Guilin city to Ping’an takes about 2 hours, or just over 1 hour from Yangshuo.
• Huangluo - Your day starts with a picturesque drive from Guilin to the Longji Rice Terraces area, where your private guide will introduce you to the intriguing traditions of the Yao and Zhuang ethnic groups. The first stop is Huangluo Village, famously known as the “Long Hair Village” due to the unique hair-care customs of the local Yao women. Here, you’ll learn about their daily lives and traditional practices, preserved for generations. The village’s tranquil atmosphere and cultural richness offer a captivating introduction to the region’s heritage. Tickets for Longji Rice Terraces can be purchased upon arrival at the Longji parking lot.
• Longji Rice Terraces - After exploring Huangluo Village, continue to Ping’an Village in the heart of the stunning Longji Rice Terraces. Start with a self-paid lunch of local specialties such as fragrant bamboo rice, smoked pork, and sweet rice wine in the village. Then, follow your guide from the Ping’an parking lot up steep stone stairs through the village, observing the Zhuang people’s daily life and traditional wooden architecture along the way. The first stop is Viewing Platform No. 2, where you’ll see the iconic “Seven Stars with the Moon” terrace formation. Next, enjoy a moderate hike along peaceful trails past bamboo groves and terraced fields to Viewing Platform No. 1 for a spectacular panoramic view of the terraces - a magnificent landscape shaped by centuries of farming that appears especially dramatic during planting and harvest seasons.
• Guilin - After a delightful day exploring the majestic Longji Rice Terraces, encountering local ethnic communities, and completing your scenic hike, you’ll be transferred back to your Guilin hotel (approximately a 2-hour drive). Relax or take a nap during the journey, arriving around 6:00 pm with lasting impressions of rural China’s breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage.

• Private Transfer
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• English-speaking private driver-guide

• Entrance fees of Longji Rice Terraces
• Lunch and personal expenses

Experience the stunning allure of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces and delve into the vibrant traditions of Chinese minority cultures on this exclusive 1-day tour. A dedicated guide will provide insights into the customs of the Yao and Zhuang communities as you visit Huangluo Village, renowned for its “Long Hair” tradition. Next, hike through Ping’an Village to admire the breathtaking rice-terrace views, reminiscent of a dragon’s scales. Savor a delightful local meal featuring bamboo rice, smoked pork, and rice wine, before enjoying seamless private transfers back to your Guilin hotel.

Highlights:

• Explore the beautifully crafted landscapes of the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces

• Gain knowledge about Yao and Zhuang culture from your personal guide

• Indulge in genuine local cuisine in Ping’an Village

• Unwind with convenient private transfers from your hotel

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.