Guilin-Nanning: 8-Day Li River, Rice Terraces & Detian Falls

Day 1: Guilin - Yangshuo
Morning: Pick-up from hotel at 09:30. Visit Reed Flute Cave, an underground karst wonderland illuminated by colorful lights. Explore formations resembling bamboo shoots and pillars (1 hour).
Afternoon: Drive 2 hours to Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces. Hike 40 minutes to Ping'an Village, visit the No. 2 and No. 1 Viewing Platforms for panoramic terrace views.
Evening: Check into hotel in Ping'an Village. Relax in tranquil rural surroundings.

Day 2: Longji - Sanjiang - Yangshuo
Morning: Visit a Dong Minority Village in Sanjiang. Explore the Wind and Rain Bridge and Drum Tower, learning about Dong culture and architecture.
Afternoon: Drive 3 hours back to Yangshuo. Check into hotel.
Evening: Free time to explore Yangshuo’s charm.

Day 3: Yangshuo
Morning: Cycle or E-bike along the Yulong River for 2-3 hours. Pass farmlands, wildflowers, and limestone peaks.
Afternoon: Drive to Xingping Town. Visit the 20 RMB Viewpoint and take a Li River boat ride. Lunch at local restaurant.
Evening: Stroll West Street, shop for local crafts, and attend the Impression Sanjie Liu show.

Day 4: Yangshuo - Nanning
Morning: Bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River (50 minutes). Glide past villages and limestone mountains.
Afternoon: Hike Xianggong Hill for panoramic Li River views. Drive 4.5 hours to Nanning.
Evening: Check into Nanning hotel.

Day 5: Nanning - Mingshi
Morning: Visit Yangmei Ancient Town, a Ming-Qing Dynasty architectural gem with stone roads and traditional decorations.
Afternoon: Drive to Mingshi Rurality, known as "Small Guilin" for its karst landscapes. Explore scenic countryside.
Evening: Relax in Mingshi’s serene environment.

Day 6: Mingshi - Detian
Morning: Visit Tongling Grand Canyon, featuring lush vegetation and Asia’s highest waterfall. Walk through the canyon.
Afternoon: See Detian Waterfall, Asia’s largest transnational waterfall near the Sino-Vietnam border. Transfer to Shuolongzhen hotel.
Evening: Reflect on the day’s adventures.

Day 7: Shuolong - Nanning
Morning: Explore Longhu Mountain Reserve, home to 2,500 monkeys. Visit Longxiang Pagoda for panoramic views.
Afternoon: Return to Nanning. Check into hotel.
Evening: Free time to revisit trip highlights.

Day 8: Nanning Departure
Morning: Visit Guangxi Museum of Nationalities, showcasing minority traditions and artifacts.
Afternoon: Explore Qingxiu Mountain and climb Longxiang Pagoda for views of Yongjiang River. Transfer to Nanning Wuxu International Airport for departure.