 | Guilin Tours Review: We went in the first week of April; the weather was rainy/misty, but the terraces were green and lush. We had a great time and liked the trip very much. We booked through our hotel in Guilin and got a good deal- 250 RMB per person. The Yao Minority (long hair) show was an ad-on and even though the guide was pushy, we enjoyed the show.
Downsides: we took the coach tour, so we had a bilingual tour guide who was constantly talking in both languages (there was almost no peace and quiet for thinking and observing). The lunch wasn't included, so our guide pushed the whole group into one restaurant (just to get commission) where the was no view, the service was poor and the place understaffed, meanwhile there were plenty empty restaurants with a nice view of the terraces around.
Overall: it's an interesting trip, we recommend to go in March when the weather is a bit drier or in the end of May when it's warmer. Don't book in advance, there are plenty agents and options once you're in Guilin.
Rating: [4 of 5 Stars!] |  | |