Longji Rice Terraces & Villages Day Trip
Tour Details
China's rice paddies are world-famous for their unparalleled beauty. On this tour, you'll explore the iconic Longji rice terraces, one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Guangxi Province. Ready to step into traditional China?
We'll pick you up at your hotel in Guilin and, after a journey of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, we'll arrive in Longsheng, home to the impressive Longji rice terraces. Here, we'll make our first stop at the ticket office, where you can relax briefly while we collect the tickets for the villages we'll visit.
These terraces, built over 650 years ago, these terraces are a true feat of engineering, stretching between 300 and 1,100 meters (985–3,609 feet) above sea level.
Next, we'll head to the village of Huangluo Yao to enjoy the natural beauty of the place. There, you'll have 1.5 hours of free time to explore the town, see its traditional houses and enjoy lunch on your own. You'll fall in love with the beautiful curves created by the rice fields! You'll also have the option of attending a performance by the long-haired Yao women, a sacred symbol of longevity and wealth in the village.
Afterwards, we'll head to the car park in the village of Dazhai, where you can explore the rice terraces in different ways. You'll have the option of going up and down to the viewpoint by cable car or vehicle, or, if you prefer, you can also take a 1-hour hike to a viewpoint or go up by van.
At the end of the afternoon, we'll meet up again with the vehicle in the cable car parking lot to take you back to your hotel in Guilin after a total of 8 hours.
Tour Order
Please note that the order and duration of the visits described in the itinerary are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the conditions on the day and traffic. The activity will last approximately 8 hours in total.
Private Tour in English
Would you like to enjoy this same tour with an English-speaking guide just for your group? If so, we recommend booking our private Longji Rice Terraces tour.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Bus transport
Admission to the Longji rice terraces
Not included
Food and drinks
Long Hair Show: ¥ 60 (US$ 8.48) per person
Cable car: ¥ 110 (US$ 15.55) per person return
Transport to the viewpoint: ¥ 50 (US$ 7.07)
When to book?
You can book up until 3 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - China Prime Tour Corporate name: Guilin Shanhu International Travel Service Registered Office: Shijiayuan Rd, 29-5, Qixing District, Guilin, China Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 91450300198862940T Contact information Email: jing@chinaprimetour.com Phone: +8613807838991
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