Three Days of Karst Guilin
Trip Overview
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Practical Information
Getting Around
Guilin city core is compact; walking plus shared bikes handle most moves. Hotel can arrange 7-seat van to Yangdi pier (45 min). Airport shuttle (30 min, budget) terminates at Aviation Hotel 200 m from the night market. Taxis start at standard meter; insist on meter.
Book Ahead
['Bamboo raft slot', 'Aroma Tea House Inn (weekends fill)', 'cormorant fishing raft (only 6 seats)']
Packing Essentials
['Quick-dry shirt for humid river days', 'light rain shell for sudden drizzle', 'power bank (Instagram will drain you)', 'insect repellent', 'small bills for market stalls']
Total Budget
mid-range for 3 days excluding flights
Customize Your Trip
Family-Friendly
Replace bike ride with air-conditioned van to Elephant Hill, choose hotel with pool (Sheraton Guilin), order mild noodle soups for kids, and pick 6 p.m. cormorant show when tots aren’t overtired.
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