Tour Overview

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Guilin, China on this immersive drone and cultural photography tour. Capture the iconic karst mountains, terraced rice fields, and traditional cormorant fishermen along the Li River. This 7-day adventure combines stunning landscape photography opportunities with rich cultural experiences, guided by expert photographers who know the best locations and lighting conditions. From the dramatic Longji Rice Terraces to the serene waters of the Yulong River, you'll photograph one of China's most photogenic regions during optimal conditions. Perfect for both drone enthusiasts and traditional photographers seeking to capture the timeless beauty of Southern China's most spectacular landscapes.

7
Days
8
Max Group
3/5
Activity Level
4.9
Rating

Tour Highlights

Professional Photography Guide

Learn from experienced photographers

Small Group Experience

Personalized attention and better access to locations

Photography Details

Tour Location

📸 Skill Level Required

All Levels Welcome

Perfect for photographers looking to improve their skills

Required Equipment

  • ✓ DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
  • ✓ Wide-angle lens (14-35mm)
  • ✓ Sturdy tripod
  • ✓ Extra batteries & memory cards

Recommended Lenses

  • • Ultra-wide (14-24mm) for landscapes
  • • Standard zoom (24-70mm) for versatility
  • • Telephoto (70-200mm) for details

🌅 Best Shooting Times

🌅

Golden Hour

Priority shooting time

🚁 Drone Photography

Skill Level

No experience needed

Daily Itinerary

1

Day 1: Arrival and Acquaintance

Your Guilin adventure begins with arrival pick-up and check-in at the luxurious Shangri-La Hotel Guilin. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel where you'll meet your local guides, fellow photographers, and receive an overview of the tour schedule. This is also an opportunity for a gear review to ensure you're prepared for the exciting photography sessions ahead.

2

Day 2: Ping'An Village and Longji Terraces

After breakfast, depart for Ping'An Village in the stunning Longji region. Morning photography at Zhuanguan Bridge and the Golden Wheat Fields sets the tone for an incredible day. After lunch and check-in at Baike Boutique Hotel, spend the afternoon through sunset capturing the magnificent Longji Rice Terraces, including the famous Nine Dragons and Five Tigers viewpoints. These ancient terraces create mesmerizing patterns across the hillsides, especially beautiful during the golden hour.

3

Day 3: Seven Stars and Guilin

Start before dawn with a sunrise shoot at Seven Stars with Moon, or capture village scenes and drone shots from your balcony. After a cooked-to-order breakfast, check out and return to Guilin. After lunch and checking in at Hampton by Hilton Guilin, head out for an evening sunset shoot at the iconic Longmen Bridge, followed by dinner in the city.

4

Day 4: Lingui Glass Fields and Five Finger Mountain

Rise early for a spectacular sunrise shoot at the Lingui Glass Fields. After breakfast, enjoy lunch in Guilin followed by time for rest and post-processing your images. In the evening, photograph the dramatic sunset at Cuiping Five Finger Mountain, one of Guilin's most distinctive landscapes.

5

Day 5: Yangshuo - Xianggong Mountain

Experience one of China's most famous sunrise photography locations at Xianggong Mountain, offering panoramic views of the Li River's karst peaks. After breakfast, travel to Yangshuo for lunch and some rest. The afternoon brings photography at Langshi Village, followed by an unforgettable sunset to blue hour session at Yuanbao Hill, where you'll photograph traditional cormorant fishermen plying their ancient trade on the river.

6

Day 6: Yangshuo Bridge and Yulong River

Start the day with sunrise photography at Yangshuo Bridge. After breakfast, enjoy a unique cycling and photography experience along the scenic Yulong River, capturing intimate landscapes and local life. Conclude the day with a sunset shoot at Wulong Spring, followed by a farewell dinner in Guilin where you'll celebrate the incredible images captured during the week.

7

Day 7: Departure Day

After a final breakfast buffet at the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your departure to Chengdu or your home destination. Depart with unforgettable memories and a collection of stunning photographs from one of China's most beautiful regions.

What's Included

Included

  • Professional photography guide
  • accommodation
  • All ground transportation
  • Daily photography workshops

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal photography equipment
  • Visa fees

Tour Organizer

Professional Photography Guide

Your experienced photography guide with years of experience leading tours in this region.

4.9 (127 reviews)
Speaks English, Spanish

Photo Gallery

Tour photo 1
Tour photo 2
Tour photo 3
Tour photo 4
Tour photo 5
Tour photo 6
Tour photo 7
Tour photo 8
Tour photo 9
Tour photo 10

Photography Planning Tools

Photography Calculators

Hyperfocal Distance Calculator

Depth of Field Calculator

Weather & Photography Conditions

Current Conditions

Temperature: --°C
Cloud Cover: --%
Visibility: -- km
Wind Speed: -- km/h

Photography Score

--/10

Loading conditions...

Best Shooting Times

Sunrise

--:--

Sunset

--:--

Blue Hour

--:--

5-Day Photography Forecast

Equipment Recommendations

Based on Landscape Photography in China

⚡ Essential Equipment

⭐ Recommended Equipment

💡 Optional Equipment

Sun & Moon Position

☀️ Sun Position

Azimuth: --°
Altitude: --°
Golden Hour Start: --:--
Golden Hour End: --:--

Pro Tip: Best light conditions during golden hour

🌙 Moon Position

Phase: --
Illumination: --%
Moonrise: --:--
Moonset: --:--

Night Photography: Ideal conditions for astrophotography

Guest Reviews

No reviews yet.

Be the first to review this amazing photography tour!

Pricing Upon Request
Duration 7 days
Next Departure Sep 14
Access Invite Only
Request Exclusive Quote

Enter Invite Code

This tour requires an invitation code to book. Please enter your code below.

Code Validated Successfully!

Your Benefits:

  • discount applied
  • Priority booking access
  • Exclusive content included
  • Free gear rental included

Don't have an invite code? Request an invitation

Free cancellation up to 30 days
Secure payment processing
24/7 customer support

Have Questions?

Our travel experts are here to help

Email Us WhatsApp