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China’s Landscapes: Guilin to Zhangjiajie

A 10-day sample itinerary connecting Guilin / Yangshuo / Zhangjiajie. Discuss dates, pace, accommodation and transport arrangements.

NaturePhotography
China’s Landscapes: Guilin to Zhangjiajie
Duration10 days
PaceBalanced
Trip formatCustomisable itinerary; format to confirm
PricingQuote by dates, party and services

Is this route right for you?

Use this combination of places and experiences as a starting point. We can discuss what to keep or adapt around your available time, travel party and budget.

Spring and autumn are popular; check local conditions. This is a planning brief, not a confirmed departure, space allocation or service contract.

Day-by-day planning outline

DAY 01Arrive in Guilin

Settle into your hotel after arrival, with an easy neighbourhood walk if your flight time allows. Transfer arrangements and the meeting point will be confirmed in writing.

DAY 02Li River landscapes and Yangshuo

Build the day around the landscape and a suitable amount of walking, adapting to weather, transport and your party’s mobility. Confirm activity costs, walking demands and alternatives for poor conditions.

DAY 03A slower day in rural Yangshuo

Focus on A slower day in rural Yangshuo, rather than a long checklist. Leave time for meals, breaks and independent discoveries; guided visits and local experiences can be discussed and confirmed in your itinerary.

DAY 04Longji rice terraces

Focus on Longji rice terraces, rather than a long checklist. Leave time for meals, breaks and independent discoveries; guided visits and local experiences can be discussed and confirmed in your itinerary.

DAY 05Guilin markets and time to recharge

Explore local flavours and everyday life through neighbourhood stops that fit the day’s route. Share dietary needs in advance; meals and any organised tasting are included only when specified in the quote.

DAY 06Transfer to Zhangjiajie

Make the transfer the main focus of the day, with room for luggage, meals and check-in. Discuss the transport option and departure time that fit your budget and pace.

DAY 07Yuanjiajie sandstone peaks

Focus on Yuanjiajie sandstone peaks, rather than a long checklist. Leave time for meals, breaks and independent discoveries; guided visits and local experiences can be discussed and confirmed in your itinerary.

DAY 08Tianzi Mountain and valleys

Build the day around the landscape and a suitable amount of walking, adapting to weather, transport and your party’s mobility. Confirm activity costs, walking demands and alternatives for poor conditions.

DAY 09Tianmen Mountain, conditions permitting

Build the day around the landscape and a suitable amount of walking, adapting to weather, transport and your party’s mobility. Confirm activity costs, walking demands and alternatives for poor conditions.

DAY 10Depart Zhangjiajie

Check out around your onward connection, leaving time for breakfast or a short walk nearby when practical. Any departure transfer will be specified in your quote.

What to confirm in your quote

Services to specify

  • Hotel locations, standard and room types
  • Intercity transport and luggage needs
  • Guiding language, days and scope
  • Admissions, meals and transfer coverage

Costs not to overlook

  • International travel and personal spending
  • Single-room needs and optional activities
  • Seasonal changes, extra services and currency
  • Payment, cancellation and change conditions

This is a quote checklist, not a statement that all listed services are included. Use the final confirmation to establish costs and services.

Before you enquire

Can I change dates, hotels or stops?

Include your preferences in the enquiry. What can be changed depends on trip format, dates and availability; confirm the agreed changes in writing.

Does downloading the PDF make a booking?

Downloads are for comparison and discussion. A booking requires the agreed written confirmation and booking steps.

What should I include?

Tell us destinations, dates or month, party size, budget and hotel preferences. If undecided, start with the time you have available.

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