Longji Rice Terraces Group Tour Long Hair Village Guilin Pickup
Description
Explore the Longji Rice Terraces on this shared group tour (max 15 travelers). For 600 years, the Yao and Zhuang people have hand-carved these ridges into layers resembling the scales of a giant dragon—hence the name "Longji" (Dragon’s Backbone). Full Itinerary: 08:00–08:30 Hotel Pickup: Start your stress-free adventure from central Guilin. 08:30–10:30 Scenic Drive: A 2-hour journey toward the breathtaking Longji area. 10:30–12:00 Huangluo Yao Village: Visit the "Long Hair Village." Admire the Red Yao people's world-famous hair traditions and vibrant red costumes. 12:00–13:30 Lunch Break: Enjoy local mountain specialties at your own expense in the village. 13:30–16:00 Ping'an Zhuang Village: Explore the 600-year-old settlement. Follow ancient stone paths to iconic viewpoints for the best vistas of cascading rice paddies.(It takes around 50 minutes to hike up the terraces to the mountain top overlook) 16:00–18:00 Return to Guilin: Travel back and enjoy a drop-off at your hotel.
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Itinerary
Located along the Jinjiang River, Huangluo is home to the Red Yao ethnic group. This village is world-famous for its women who grow their hair up to 2 meters long, a tradition that earned the village a Guinness World Record. You will explore the riverside community, see their iconic hand-woven red clothing, and learn about the ancient natural secrets they use to keep their hair dark and healthy for decades. It’s a rare look into a living culture that has remained unchanged for generations. (An optional cultural performance is available at your own expense).
Ascend to the historic Ping'an Village, where 600-year-old wooden stilt houses perched on the hillsides overlook the world’s most famous rice terraces. You will walk along ancient stone paths through the village to reach the highest viewpoints, such as the famous "Seven Stars with the Moon." From here, you’ll get a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the vast, layered paddies that curve like a dragon's scales across the mountain ridges. It’s a perfect spot for photography and understanding how local farmers have hand-carved this landscape over centuries.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Free pickup for central Guilin hotels between 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM. We will contact you a day before to confirm specific pickup details. We recommend booking accommodation near these locations: · Magnotel Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill（白玉兰酒店） · Xana Hotelle (Guilin Zhongxin Square Xiangbishan Scenic Area)（希岸酒店） · Holiday Inn Express Guilin City Center（桂林中心智选假日酒店） · Zen Tea House Elephant Trunk Hill Park（船舍茶椐民宿・象山公园店） · Zen Tea House Guilin Seven Stars Park（船舍茶椐民宿・七星公园店） · Elephant Trunk Hill Hotel（水月逸象山院子） · ROJOY HOTEL（天龙湾融悦酒店） · Guilin Bravo Hotel（桂林宾馆） · Aroma Tea House（静观茗楼度假酒店） · Sheraton Guilin Hotel（桂林喜来登饭店） · Jolie Vue Boutique Hotel Guilin（桂林璟象酒店） · Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel（桂林漓江大瀑布饭店） · Shangri-La Guilin（桂林香格里拉大酒店） · Guilin Railway Station（桂林站售票处）
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
The trip was super well organized!! We had so much fun in a small group of 8 people. Our guide Chris explained very well and took many photos of us in the best spots. I would highly recommend this trip 👍
It was a wonderful trip through stunning rice terrace landscapes, with excellent food and great company. Our small group of just eight people made the experience feel personal and relaxed. Chris guided us in a highly professional way, always attentive to everyone’s needs and making sure we felt comfortable throughout the day. I would definitely recommend this experience!
Very interesting day, very well organised and with an excellent guide. Chris guided us through beautiful landscapes and places. I highly recommend this experience!
The itinerary is equipped with hotel shuttle, the door to pick up, return arrangement is complete, you do not need to find a replacement car yourself, travel is easy. Visit Pyongyang Zhejiang to enjoy the beautiful views of the mountains of Tiananmen, visit Huang Lo Zhejiang to watch the classic red-haired show, feel the unique folk culture of minorities in close proximity, the combination of landscape and humanitarian experience, the pace of the trip is appropriate, the whole trip experience feeling good, very recommended.
We did the Longji Rice Terrace tour with Ada, and we had a blast! She was a top guide explaning us all the history about the place we visited. She was waiting for us at our hotel lobby in Guilin and then she took us to the rice terraces. On the way she was asking us wheather we need something and she was concerned about our well-being. Ada speaks a fluent and really good english which allows us to learn about the site we were visiting with the explanations. At the end she drop us off on the hotel entrance making sure we returned to the right hotel. 100% recommended. Thank you Ada
The most famous rice terraces in China definitely belong on a to-do list when traveling in China. It was a beautiful guided tour with a lot of information and tips from guide Chris.
Today we took a tour of the rice terraces with Kevin. It was a very pleasant surprise. He did a great job explaining the history and essence of the rice terraces, but above all, he went out of his way to help us reach our next hotel, which was located in the terraces area. He personally contacted the hotel owners and helped arrange everything for us. I highly recommend Kevin as a guide and the tour in general. The landscapes are absolutely stunning and well worth the visit.
Wonderful Longji Rice Terraces tour! Our driver was safe and steady, guide Simon shared rich insights on terraces and local culture. Perfect mix of hiking, views and tasty food—highly recommend!
In November 2025, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Guilin and Yangshuo, and honestly, words barely capture how magical the experience was. From the moment I arrived, I felt like I had stepped into a traditional Chinese painting — towering limestone karst mountains, peaceful rivers, and endless shades of green everywhere. The Li River cruise was one of the most breathtaking experiences of my life. Watching the mist drift between the dramatic karst peaks felt almost unreal. Every turn of the river revealed another view that looked like it belonged on a postcard. Yangshuo itself was full of life and charm. Cycling through the countryside was a highlight — passing rice fields, small villages, and friendly locals who made the experience even more special. The peaceful Yulong River, bamboo rafts drifting slowly, and the quiet rural scenery created a perfect escape from the busy world. The food was another unforgettable part of the trip. From fresh local dishes to lively night markets on West Street, every meal felt like a small adventure in itself. What truly made Guilin and Yangshuo special wasn’t just the scenery — it was the feeling of calm and wonder that stayed with me the entire time. It reminded me how beautiful the world is and how important it is to explore it. If you ever get the chance to visit Guilin and Yangshuo, don’t hesitate. It’s not just a trip — it’s an experience that stays in your heart long after you leave.
