Top Southern China Half-day Tours

Explore the best of Guangzhou during this 4-hour small-group cycling tour of the city’s center. Start in the oldest parts of the city and meander through hutong alleyways and outdoor markets, stopping for visits at places such as the City God Taoist Temple, People’s Park and Ersha Island. Approaching present-day Guangzhou, visit the Canton Tower and the famous Guangdong Museum and Library. Learn about the city’s rich history from your local guide and travel at a leisurely pace as you bike along, stopping to snack, take pictures and chat with locals along the way. 

Take your taste buds on a journey around Cantonese cuisine on a walking food tour of Guangzhou’s traditional Liwan district. Food is one of Guangzhou’s main claims to fame, and your knowledgeable local guide introduces you to Liwan’s top foodie haunts, from markets and restaurants to ancient sidestreets stuffed with food stalls. As you walk, learn trivia aplenty about the city’s culinary heritage, and make stops to sample goodies such as fresh prawns, succulent roast duck, and deliciously sticky rice with fresh mango.

Participate in this 5-hour walking tour of Sai Kwan area in the western region of downtown Guangzhou where it possesses special architecture of Lingnan style to see delicate handmade article and sample delicious Cantonese cuisine. Experience the local life and customs of Guangzhou off of the beaten paths. Travel the hundred of years old official Wharf, British and French Concessions, traditional Chinese Medicine Market, and Taoist Temple...etc. to learn the history and customs of Guangzhou.

Enjoy the lights of Guangzhou from the water instead of the city streets on a Pearl River dinner cruise experience. Relax aboard a beautifully lit sightseeing boat, and feast on a buffet dinner as you sail by sparkling landmarks such as the Canton Tower, Hainxshai Island and Guangzhou Bridge. Your cruise includes dinner and hotel pickup and drop-off, with drinks available to purchase on board.

Half day tour is suitable for those who have limited time for visiting the city or who travel with elderly and want a relaxed tour given the hot and humid weather in Guangzhou. The tour start time is flexible depending on your convenience and preference, could start the tour on morning or afternoon upon your request. The tour incorporates both driving and walking, and typically includes sightseeing as well as trying some local food. Check out the suggested itinerary below, but contact us if you have special requests. Here's the proposed itinerary (4-5 hours): Pick up from hotel; Sun yat-sen Memorial Hall; Lunch at a traditional Cantonese restaurant to try dim sum; Xiguan old house community and Lychee bay park; Flower city square (New downtown); Drive back to hotel. The itinerary is meant to be flexible and may not be exactly as described. Contact us if you have any requests.

Take in the major sights of Guilin on a private half-day tour that showcases the geographic and cultural highlights of Guilin. Visit landmarks such as Elephant Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Fubu Hill and the Li River, learning about their history from your informative guide. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure and admire some of the most beautiful terrain in China. This tour can easily fit into your Guilin sightseeing schedule, perfect for those with limited time.

Experience the beautiful Li River on this sunset or sunrise cruise with a traditional cormorant fisherman. After a convenient hotel pickup, climb aboard the bamboo raft and marvel at the lush scenery while your guide practices this ancient type of fishing that involves no bait or hooks—just his trusty cormorant.

This half day layover tour is suitable for those who have a flight stopover in Guangzhou and want to make full use of the stay to visit the city with the 24 hours free transit visa offered by Chinese government. We will pick you up at Guangzhou airport, help you to visit the major sites in downtown Guangzhou with a traditional Cantonese dim sum lunch, and at the end of the tour drop you back to the airport for catching up with your connecting flight departure from Guangzhou. It's a tailor-made private tour so after you book this tour, you can discuss with us for which sites you like to visit in Guangzhou, also we will have some suggestions for you and propose a suitable itinerary.

Witness the beauty of Guangzhou at dusk on this 1.5-hour evening cruise on the Pearl River, including private hotel transfers. With your private guide on-hand to point out all the highlights, you’ll glide beneath the striking Guangzhou and Haizhu bridges; pass glittering landmarks like Zhuhai Square, Aiqun Mansion and Shamian Island; and see the magnificent White Goose Pool. Back on solid ground, enjoy a romantic stroll along the illuminated waterfront, before heading back to your hotel. 

Follow in the footsteps of a myriad of professional photographers and soak up one of China’s most spectacular sunrises at Xianggong Mountain on this private door-to-door tour. Marvel as the dawn light illuminates the Lijiang River winding serenely through the karst pinnacles and capture shots that will last a lifetime.

This is the most beautiful part of Li River, Each bamboo raft can seat four people, which is very relaxing trip and can make close to touch with the Li river water, Along the way you can see beautiful countryside, local fishermen, water buffalo, Making you real feel of the Li River scenery

Delve into Guilin’s cultural and natural treasure chest during a private tour of the Yao Mountain and a verdant tea plantation. Ascend to the summit of Yao Mountain on a smooth cable car ride and absorb panoramic vistas of the scenery from the top. Gain fascinating insight into Chinese tea production during a tour of a plantation and sample freshly brewed green tea during an indigenous tea ceremony. Enjoy the convenience of private round-trip transportation and experience the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour.

With a knowledgeable local guide, this 3 hours night tour gives you the chance to experience the fantastic lights in the city after dark, have a bite into the yummy Cantonese dim sum for dinner, visit Canton Tower or take the night cruise on the Pearl river(optional). Proposed itinerary options are: Pick up at hotel or meet at a specific location in new downtown of Guangzhou; Dinner for traditional Cantonese dim sum at a local restaurant; Visit Flower City Square to see the night view of the city with many beatuiful colorful lights illuminated from different modern buidlings; Visit Guangzhou Library to see the smart machines with stunning technology; Visit Canton Tower or take the Night Cruise on Pearl River(optional); The guide will help you buy the ticket to visit Canton Tower or night cruise at the end of this tour (you can take metro or taxi back to hotel afterward on your own). Any customers are welcome to discuss with us to firm up the customized itinerary. ^_^.

In the morning about 7:40am,your guide will escort you to Millstone Hill Pier for a picturesque Li River cruise. Along the cruise, you will be inspired by breathtaking views of towering limestone peaks of various shapes, limpid waters, thriving groves, rice paddies and locals working in fields. After reaching Yangshuo at about 1:30 pm, you will roam around the West Street, The tour ended in Yangshuo. also we can free driven back to Guilin. Please Note ★The time listed on the itinerary is for reference only. They may be little changes. ★Luggage can be took on the boat or leave it to driver guide who can take it to Yangshuo directly if customer prefer stay in Yangshuo at night. ★lf you are on the same day to return to Guilin. Please tell the tour guide in advance. ★above 1.2 m - below1.49 m children is Half price. below 1.2 m is for free.

Explore Gulangyu Island on a private half-day tour from Xiamen. After a convenient cruise port pickup, visit the picturesque island of Gulangyu with an English-speaking guide. Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the island and admire its colonial European architecture. Stop for a drink at one of its many cafés and check out the traditional Chinese gardens of Shuzhuang before returning to the port.

You will have a full experience of Guangzhou city from a local's perspective, with the company of a knowledgable local guide to show you around downtown Guangzhou by taking taxi or metro, and the itinerary could be customized based on your interest and special needs. Highly flexible and tailor-made only for your group. The popular sites in Guangzhou are Baiyun Mountain, Sun Yat-Sen Memorial, Six Banyan Temple, Lychee Bay scereny, Shamian Island, Flower City Square, Canton Tower, Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, Yuntai Garden, Chen Clan Academy, Yuexiu Park,Nanyue King's Mausoleum Museum and so on. You can choose 3 of the above sites to visit for this standard 4 hours city tour with hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou. We will follow up with you to firm up the itinerary after you book this tour on Tripadvisor.^_^.

Experience two of Guangzhou’s must-dos when you try traditional Cantonese dim sum and go for a cruise along the Pearl River. Meet your guide in the evening directly at your hotel, and transfer via private vehicle to Dian Dou De, one of the city’s most beloved, traditional eateries. Enjoy a classic dim sum feast, and try numerous popular dishes. Then, transfer to the river cruise. As you float along the Pearl River, see the Canton Tower, the Guangzhou Opera House, and other key attractions.

See Guangzhou from a different perspective on an evening cruise of the Pearl River—a great way for first-time visitors to see more sights in less time. During your first-class cruise, you’ll glide past the Canton Tower and Ersha Island, and relish the convenience of private hotel pickup and drop-off at the start and end of your experience.

Discover a different side of bustling Guangzhou on a four-hour private tour with a knowledgeable guide who leads you through the expansive green oasis of Yuexiu Park. Explore the highlights of the park, including Zhenhai Tower and Temple Of The Five Immortals, while learning about the Ming Dynasty, the city’s rags-to-riches history and other local lore. Wind down as you stroll along vibrant Shang Xiajiu Road and see examples of Qilou architecture along the street.

Yangshuo's countryside is known for its idyllic scenery, oddly-shaped hills thrusting to the sky and leisurely local farming life. Visiting Yangshuo's countryside provides a great opportunity to get close to nature and real life in South China's countryside by being introduced into their house. Highlights: 1. Can cover all the Yangshuo area within one day. 2. A new and exciting experience to explore Yangshuo.

Discover the dynamic Guangzhou night when it’s lit up by taking about 70 mins night river cruise along the Pearl River. Seating in the VIP floor of the cruise ship, enjoy a splendid night view while cruise along both sides of the old and new Guangzhou include Canton Tower, IFC, Haixin Sha, Xingahi Concert Hall ,Shamian Island,Zhujiang New Town etc.

A VISA-free private day tour that specially designed for travelers who have 5~12 hours layover in Xiamen. You will maximize your time to: 1) Explore all the highlights and must-see attractions in Xiamen. 2) Learn the morden history of Xiamen City and China from an experienced knowledgeable passionate tour guide. 3) Have great fun by walking into the labyrinth of alleys

Swap the hustle and bustle of the city for a peaceful day exploring the countryside of Guilin. You won’t have to bring any cycling gear with you as mountain bike and helmet rental are included. Enjoy the thrill of traveling off the beaten track past rivers, lakes, bridges, and rice fields with a guide to navigate so you can concentrate on the idyllic views. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, a delicious rice noodle lunch is provided.

If you’re a lover of food, don’t miss out on a dining experience at a revolving restaurant on the top of Canton Tower in Guangzhou. Enjoy a Mediterranean-style buffet dinner at one of the world’s tallest restaurants before taking a 1-hour cruise on the Pearl River—a great way to see Guangzhou illuminated by night. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.