Yangshuo Travel Guide
Yulong River · Ten-Mile Gallery · West Street · Xingping
Yangshuo is the endpoint of the essence section of the Li River: bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, cycling through the Ten-Mile Gallery, the night on West Street, and the twenty-yuan backdrop of Xingping. Two to three days are typical, often combined with Guilin for 4–5 days.
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Destination Details
The karst peaks of Yangshuo are the most recognizable landscape in China: individual conical stone mountains rise from the plains, with rice fields and rivers in between. It is the rural scene of China that overseas tourists recognize first and also the place where Chinese travelers most often bring children and elders—because no climbing is required.
Main Highlights
Yulong River
A tributary of the Li River, the artificial bamboo raft ride takes about 2 hours, with calm water and dense peaks.
Ten-Mile Gallery
The road from Yangshuo to Moon Hill, flanked by classic karst peaks, is suitable for riding electric bikes.
Xingping Ancient Town
The filming location of the image on the back of the 20 RMB note, with old streets preserving Ming and Qing dynasty architecture.
West Street
The nightlife center of Yangshuo, with bars and shops concentrated within 500 meters.
Moon Hill
There is a naturally perforated cave at the top, and it takes about 40 minutes to reach the summit.
Recommended Stay and Itinerary
- Recommended stay: 2–3 days.
- Connecting to other nearby destinations makes the itinerary more efficient. Refer to the 'Extended Routes' and 'Province' sections below.
Local Tips
- Yulong River rafting charges per raft, with four people per raft being the most cost-effective; book one day in advance.
- During the rainy season (May–July), the river may be muddy and rafting could be suspended. Check water levels before setting out.
- For cycling in the Ten-Mile Gallery, early morning or late afternoon is recommended; there is no shade at noon.
Province
This entry belongs to Guangxi (2 ready-made routes), and you can compare all the routes for the province on the province page.
