Spend a full day exploring Longji’s storied rice terraces, combining a cable-car ride above Dazhai with a shuttle-and-hike through Ping'an. This easy-paced tour blends accessible viewpoints with village culture and hands-on landscape engineering.
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Morning mist clings to the stepped contours as the shuttle winds up from the valley — shallow paddies mirror the sky and slate-gray roofs punctuate the slopes. On this full-day route out of Guilin you move between two contrasting hamlets: Dazhai, where a cable car lifts you toward the No.3 viewpoint near Golden Buddha Peak, and Ping'an, where a one-way shuttle drops you at the ridge and the real walking begins as a descent through terraces and village lanes.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking on uneven steps and short downhill hikes
Wildlife
History
The terraces were incrementally sculpted by Zhuang and Yao communities over centuries; their pattern reflects communal irrigation and ancestral field divisions.
Conservation
Heavy foot traffic and erosion are managed through marked paths and shuttle/cable options; visitors should avoid stepping on levees and carry out waste to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Longji Rice Terraces Day Tour with the Ping'an and Dazhai Village today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early for best light
Depart Guilin early to avoid midday crowds and catch reflections in the paddies at the main viewpoints.
Carry small change
Village stalls accept cash only for tea, snacks and small souvenirs — ATMs are limited.
Good footwear matters
Stone steps and dirt tracks can be slippery when wet; wear shoes with solid tread.
Respect private terraces
Stay on marked paths and avoid walking on levees or planted plots to protect crops and water systems.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides grip on wet stone steps and uneven village paths.
Light rain jacket
Protects against sudden showers common in spring and monsoon shoulder seasons.
spring
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during hikes and in warm weather; potable water may be limited.
summer
Small daypack
Carries layers, snacks, camera and purchases without limiting mobility.