Guilin-Yangshuo Day Trip: Xingping Fishing Village + Yulong River

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If you want to experience the essence of the Li River and the tranquility of the Yulong River in one day, the "Xingping cruise + Yulong River hike" is undoubtedly the best combination - it offers both the exhilaration of cruising on the river and the leisurely pace of strolling through the fields.

In the morning, head to Xingping Ancient Town Wharf and embark on a cruise to experience the most scenic section of the Li River. This section showcases the pinnacle of Li River scenery, with towering peaks lining both banks and jade-green waters. As the boat sails along the river, the first thing that catches the eye is Chaoban Mountain, its shape resembling a court tablet standing on the water's edge, its reflection crystal clear. Passing Huangbu Beach, you'll reach the famous "Huangbu Reflection"—the location featured on the 20 RMB note. When the water is as smooth as a mirror, the seven peaks are reflected in the water, blurring the lines between reality and illusion, creating a scene of breathtaking beauty. Continuing on, Nine Horses Painting Mountain comes into view, its sheer cliffs along the riverbank resembling nine galloping horses, a sight said to bring good fortune: "Seeing seven horses means you'll be a second-place scholar, seeing nine means you'll be a top scholar." From the boat, you can also see Xingping Fishing Village in the distance, its Ming and Qing dynasty houses with their blue bricks and gray tiles nestled against the mountains and beside the water, telling tales of centuries of history.

Next, we headed to the Yulong River, but this time we opted for a hike instead of rafting. The Yulong River, often called the "Little Li River," is even more tranquil and beautiful. The water is crystal clear, with swaying aquatic plants. Occasionally, a bamboo raft drifts by, its rider singing folk songs. Bamboo groves line both banks like an endless corridor, their verdant shadows reflected in the water, rustling softly in the wind like nature's whispers. The advantage of hiking is that you can stop anytime—squatting by the river to watch the fish play, or sitting on a paddy field ridge to gaze at the silhouettes of camels crossing the river. Along the way, we passed Fuli Bridge, an ancient Ming Dynasty bridge with a crescent-shaped arch, its surface covered in vines, and the clear water beneath—a perfect spot for photos. When we came across Jiuxian Village, we decided to take a stroll inside. The old city walls, ancient wells, and stone-paved roads still retain their appearance from hundreds of years ago.

Along the way, there was no rush, no crowded bamboo rafts, soft paddy field ridges underfoot, and the sounds of flowing water and birdsong all around. I truly entered the realm of "traveling in a painting." In just one day, from the magnificent river to the tranquil countryside, the beauty of Guilin and Yangshuo's landscape has been deeply imprinted in my heart.