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$70 USD
Per Person

Days: 1 days | 0 nights
Tour Type: Private
Destinations: Guilin
Tour Code: HGP14A

One-day Rice Terrace & Minority Village Hike (from Ping’an to Dazhai)

Embark on a trail that transcends the ordinary – a hiking journey that not only immerses you in the awe-inspiring beauty of terraced rice paddies but also invites you to partake in the vibrant tapestry of exotic minority cultures. This expedition serves as a resplendent escape, a breath of fresh air amidst the incessant hustle and bustle of city life. Picture yourself traversing undulating landscapes, each step unveiling the intricate layers of terraced rice fields, a living canvas that echoes the harmonious rhythm between man and nature.

As you ascend into the heart of this enchanting route, the air becomes infused with the essence of an exotic minority nationality culture, casting a spell that transforms your perspective. Feel the palpable excitement as you encounter traditions and customs that resonate with authenticity, offering a sensory feast of colors, sounds, and flavors. The vibrant hues of traditional costumes dance in rhythm with the lush greenery, creating a visual symphony that transports you to a world where every moment is an exploration of the extraordinary.

This hike isn't merely a physical journey; it's a rejuvenating odyssey that rejuvenates your spirit. The terraced rice paddies, sculpted by generations of skilled hands, unfold like a living testament to human ingenuity and symbiosis with the land. The immersive experience goes beyond the scenic vistas; it's an opportunity to engage with the soul-stirring narratives of the minority cultures that call this picturesque terrain home.

Escape the monotony of urban chaos and embrace the allure of this hiking escapade, where nature and culture converge in a kaleidoscope of wonders. Let the intoxicating blend of terraced marvels and exotic traditions spark a newfound energy within you, making this journey not just a respite but a transformative adventure.

Highlights & Features:

Awesome rice terrace scenery along
Colorful minority culture and customs
Off the beaten track mountain paths
Forests of firs and bamboos, birds and flowers
Buffaloes, cows, pigs, chickens and other animals
Unique wooden houses and bridges
Organic and fresh food, fruits & vegetables
Friendly & unsophisticated local farmers and villagers
Ideal places for landscape & humanity photography

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Children friendly activities and participations

Itinerary

Day 1
Hiking Details

A 2.5-hour drive will take us from Guilin to the exotic Ping'an Village, a gateway to an exhilarating hiking adventure. As you ascend, the slate-paved stairs carve a path through the mountainside village, offering a zero-distance encounter with wooden, mortise-and-tenon structured houses that etch unforgettable memories into your consciousness. The hiking unfolds like a tapestry, revealing contour-map-like terraced rice paddies at every turn, a breathtaking sight that seamlessly blends with the vibrant Zhuang people crafting straw sandals and colorful insoles, a symphony of culture in motion.

From the No.1 viewing platform, take a captivating turn to the right, traversing a now-concrete road that guides you toward the famed Yao village of Dazhai. In a mere twenty minutes, a jade-green reservoir graces the left, a lifeblood for villagers and rice paddies alike. Venture further into a verdant landscape, a two-hour odyssey through pine and fir woods, meandering along ridges and through rice fields, until you reach Zhongliu, the Yao village marking the halfway point between Ping'an and Dazhai. Just before the village, a gurgling creek in the gorge beckons as an ideal spot for a rejuvenating rest.

Despite the two-hour stretch beyond Zhongliu, fatigue dissipates in the face of breathtaking scenery. Terraced rice paddies, majestic fir tree woods, and gracefully standing bamboos line the path, creating a visual symphony. With luck on your side, chance upon Yao people toiling in the fields with their buffalo, their weathered yet friendly faces against the lush-green backdrop a perfect illustration of the harmony between humanity and nature.

Approaching the small village of Tiantou, perched on the mid-level slope, panoramic vistas unfold, revealing the enchanting landscape below. Continue the descent, and a valley adorned with black-roofed houses comes into view – welcome to Dazhai, the crowning destination of our hiking escapade!

As the day concludes, a 2.5-hour drive seamlessly transports you back to the enchanting city of Guilin, leaving you with a heart full of memories and a soul enriched by the harmonious dance of nature and culture.

Pricing & Accommodation

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Price in every box above is for each person.
Price is in US dollar. It may vary a little bit according to US dollar exchange rate fluctuation, car fuel price change and government tax adjustment, etc.
Group Size in the box above only counts adult participants (those who are 12 years old or above).
For group size over 10, please kindly send us an email for a better rate request.
Children at the age of 5≤x﹤12, enjoy 50% discount. Children under 5 are free. Children above 12 are charged as adults. Please send us children’s details in email.
Please note that when comparing price, YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. We don't earn money by taking you to commission shopping stops, a common practice when travel with a tour group in China, wasting your time. Our guides are carefully selected, highly trained and well-paid to be friendly and patient travel companions. WE ARE NOT THE CHEAPEST, BUT WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST.

Inclusions

Personal English-speaking Guide for the entire tour
Experienced Driver + comfortable Private car/van/bus for the driving part (from your hotel to the starting & end point of the hiking and back to your hotel)
Admission fees for the scenic spots
Service Charge & Government Taxes

Exclusions

Meals (our guide would recommend a restaurant for simple lunch during or after this hike, and all people there may go Dutch on the food expense. Your will also be informed to bring some snacks for non-meal-time use the day before)
Gratuities, Tips to local people, the guide and driver
(Although not compulsory, if you think your guide and driver have done a good job at the end of the tour, we suggest you tip them at you own decision to show your appreciations.)
Other Personal Expenses

Important Information

What customers say about us?

We believe that hearing directly from those who've experienced our private China tours is the best way to understand what we offer. It's not just about seeing the sights; it's about the whole journey, from planning to execution. We value all feedback and use it to constantly improve our tours.

Joe Thong Nguyen
United States

01/03/2025-22/03/2025

Our group of 4, last 21 days was a life time experience of exploring the culture, history, differences cuisines of many ethnic of North, Southeast, South, breathing scenery is a given, architecture as old as 900+ years & still live in and passing generations to generations…and, last through all the battles during the 3 kingdoms, and many many surprises that take time to digest .

That being said, regardless how long the planning (1 year 1/2) in addition to hundreds of YouTube - without Chanel Tang patients during the planning process & her team to make sure everything is OK from woke up with me at 5:00 am climbing the mountain as raining & thick foggy to take us to hotel at midnight, make sure we are safe. - we will not experience it. A huge thanks to China Expedition Tour & big kudo to her team. I am highly suggest to take the private tour. It is not cheap, or too expensive - very much a self expeditions with a local expert who knows where, when for photo, change to do list on-the-fly depending on weather, etc.…last but not least was treated like VIP.

Aurelia e Mario Bignami
Italy

01/11/2024-14/11/2024

Dear Mrs. Chanel,

We were really pleased with the whole trip that You organised for us.

All aspects were studied very well and we had the opportunity to see beautiful landscapes and to know and love China. All the guides were good and prepared; we remember with special affection Nancy that we had in Shangri-la and who really loved us.

Nancy anticipated of one day the visit to the Jade Mountain Snow and in this way we could see the spectacle of minorities that will not forget for life.

The visits to Guillin were exceptional and Lizzie was really good at explaining. The rice fields of Longji were an exciting experience because they are the demonstration of the secular ability of the Chinese people to adapt to the environment even in the most difficult areas.

The dinner at Your house was a demonstration of friendship that we will not forget and we wish you every luck for your Husband and for Your very good and polite daughter.

Shanghai was amazing and Luisa guided us with great advice in a huge but extraordinarily friendly and organized city.

My wife who speaks very little English has always found herself at ease; all the accommodations we tried were well above European standards and especially made us appreciate the China of small villages and ordinary people.

We gave Your references to all our friends and our 3 daughters encouraging everyone to live this experience because in fact we know little here in Europe of the reality of this great country and only through direct experience is possible to understand a civilisation that thousands of years of history and much to teach us.

We hope to come again and visit the center and north of China that surely reserve us new reasons for wonder and joy.

Dear Mrs Chanel,

Still many thanks for everything You have done for us.

Aurelia e Mario Bignami

Carmen_Franzon
Brazil

01/11/2019-14/11/2019

We took a 13 days / 12 nights tour of Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai with this company. We liked a lot. Everything worked perfectly. Our guides in every city were very professional and provided us with all the information and support we need. Mrs Tang, our contact, has always been cordial, helpful and competent. We really enjoyed and recommend this tour of China.

David and Miriam
United States

01/09/2024-14/09/2024

We finally have some free time on our last night in China to thank you for so much. It is with a mixture of joy and sadness that we come to the end of our journey to China. We have become more than just business partners putting together an itinerary for a trip; we've become friends.

Our first thank you is for the wonderful dinner we had at your place last week. It was one of the highlights of a trip that had so many. We enjoyed the food, meeting Heather, taking a walk around your neighborhood, and having the opportunity to "catch up" on things.

We also want to thank you for the hard work you put in making the arrangements for us, especially the accommodations for Miriam--the motorized chair (which was a godsend), the walk-in showers in each hotel, easy access to the many sites we saw, including the Great Wall.

All of the guides--David, Richard, Alex and David, and Stacy--were all great. They were all excellent and in a few days we became very comfortable with each one. It was sad to part ways with them. Alex and David said they want to visit us in Florida.

Also, all of the drivers were outstanding, though we'll never get used to how the cars and motorcycle weave in and out of traffic.

Finally: this is not good bye. On occasion we will write to you, not on business, but on a personal note.

Be well, enjoy living in such a wonderful country. Our fondest wish is for our governments and people to learn to live together in peace and friendship.

Yours always,

David and Miriam

yangg99
Melbourne

2024-01-15

The paradise you don't want to miss! Alex, I envy you! you live in this beautiful place! and everyone comes here would be so relaxed and happy! Alex has made us feel safe, relaxed, and truly enjoyed the China tour! Alex has great communication skills, fun to talk to, full of knowledge, stories to tell! We recommend Alex to everyone who would appreciate the beauty of Guiling, Yang shuo and China!

Yang G
Australia

2024-01-05

We had the best time ever in Yang shuo and Guiling. All thanks to Alex Guan! He is so professional, kind, sense of humour, looked after me and my family so well! I'm planning to take groups of my friend and students to China soon, and hoping to let them have a great experience like I did. Will recommend Alex and his colleagues to ensure a well organised, considered, and enjoyable trip! Thanks so much Alex!

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