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Guilin in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Guilin? Cruise the Li River. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Li River cruise
  2. 2Yangshuo
  3. 3West Street
  4. 4Cormorant fishing

Morning: the cruise

The Li River to Yangshuo.

Afternoon: Yangshuo

Countryside and West Street.

Evening: the river

Cormorant fishing by lamplight.

Guilin in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Guilin in one day?
Yes — cruise the Li River to Yangshuo, explore the countryside, and watch cormorant fishing at dusk.
What is the best one-day tour in Guilin?
A Li River cruise combined with Yangshuo captures the best of Guilin in a day.
Is one day enough in Guilin?
One day covers the river and Yangshuo; add days for the rice terraces and city sights.