Guilin 5-Day Tour Budget Guide for 10,000 RMB

A budget of 10,000 RMB is quite sufficient for a five-day trip to Guilin. Below is a suggested itinerary and budget plan for a five-day Guilin tour: Itinerary Day 1: After arriving in Guilin, head to Guihai Qinglan to enjoy the beautiful scenery of lawns, lakes, and mountains blending harmoniously. In the afternoon, visit Elephant Trunk Hill and take photos with this iconic symbol of Guilin. In the evening, tour the Two Rivers and Four Lakes, check in at the Sun and Moon Twin Towers, then head to East and West Alleys to taste local specialties. Day 2: In the morning, visit Jingjiang Princes' City to experience Guilin’s historical heritage and see the cliff inscription of "Guilin’s landscape is the best under heaven." Then depart for the Longji Terraces, first visiting Ping’an Village to experience local ethnic culture. Stay overnight in a stilt house guesthouse and enjoy the night view of Longji. Day 3: Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the terraces, then visit the Jiulong Five Tigers scenic spot to admire the magnificent terraces. You can also rent ethnic minority costumes for photos. Return to Guilin city in the afternoon. Day 4: Head to Xingping Ancient Town and take a boat tour on the Li River, capturing the essence of the Li River scenery featured on the 20 RMB banknote. In the afternoon, explore Silver Cave to marvel at the amazing stalactites inside. In the evening, stroll through West Street to experience the lively atmosphere of Yangshuo. Day 5: Rent an electric bike to ride along the Ten-Mile Gallery and enjoy the pastoral scenery. Then take a double bamboo raft on the Yulong River for a close-up view of Yangshuo’s landscape. Return to Guilin and arrange transportation to the station according to your departure time. Budget Plan Transportation: If traveling to Guilin by plane or high-speed train from other cities, round-trip ticket costs vary depending on the departure location. Assume round-trip transportation for two people costs about 3,000 RMB. Local transportation in Guilin and surrounding areas, including taxis, car rentals, and public transit, is estimated at around 500 RMB for two people over three days. Accommodation: Guilin offers a wide range of lodging options. Mid-range hotels or guesthouses in the city center or near scenic spots cost about 300-500 RMB per night. Two nights’ accommodation costs approximately 600-1,000 RMB. Guesthouses in Yangshuo have similar prices, with two nights estimated at 600-1,000 RMB. Accommodation near Longji Terraces is relatively cheaper, about 300 RMB per night for two people. Total accommodation costs are roughly 1,500-2,300 RMB. Entrance Fees: Guihai Qinglan ticket is about 25 RMB per person, Elephant Trunk Hill is free, Jingjiang Princes' City ticket is 100 RMB per person, Longji Terraces ticket is 80 RMB per person, Xingping boat ticket is about 25 RMB per person, Silver Cave ticket is 60 RMB per person, and Yulong River bamboo raft costs 320 RMB for two people. Total entrance fees for two people are around 1,000 RMB. Meals: Guilin cuisine is rich and diverse. Snacks cost about 20-50 RMB per person per meal, and full meals cost about 50-100 RMB per person. Meal expenses for two people over five days are estimated at 1,500-2,000 RMB. Other Expenses: Reserve 500-1,000 RMB for other expenses such as souvenirs and photography. Overall, the cost for two people on a five-day Guilin trip is approximately 7,500-9,800 RMB, making a 10,000 RMB budget quite sufficient.