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    GETTING HERE

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GUILIN TO YANGSHUO

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Guilin to Yangshuo Village Inn just one hour by scenic highway - pickup at Guilin Airport

There are several options from Guilin to Yangshuo to fit your schedule and budget. There are direct flights to Guilin from all major Chinese cities including Hong Kong, as well as from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, Taipei and Seoul. There is also high-speed rail service directly to to Yangshuo from Guangzhou South Station as well as frequent buses from neighboring provincial cities. The old 321 National Highway has been widened to four lanes and there is a mostly-empty toll expressway from Guilin to Yangshuo, which cuts down travel time significantly. If you're already in Guilin and are not in a hurry to get here, we strongly recommend the Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo.


GETTING TO VILLAGE INN

LI RIVER CRUISE

The Li River cruise begins from the wharf South of Liberation Bridge in downtown Guilin. There is also the option of a one-hour bus ride to the Bamboo River Wharf (Zhujiang Wharf) or the Millstone Hill Wharf (Mopanshan Wharf) to start the cruise from its most scenic start. All tourists taking a Li River cruise are required to show passports when booking ship tickets and boarding. You will also need to be at the wharf at least 30 minutes before departure to leave enough time for passport inspection. Those who can't provide valid passports should go to the police station near Zhujiang Wharf to ask for a temporary ID proof 30 minutes before departure. The Li River cruise is over 52 miles (83 kilometers) long and takes over four hours. The other-worldly scenery is amazing at every turn in the Li River.
Please communicate with the boat company guide during the cruise that for your pickup, they need to call Village Inn reception (15977364111) 15 minutes before arrival. That will allow us to arrange the driver for pickup.
When you get off the boat at Yangshuo wharf (Longtou Shan Wharf), please walk up the steps and turn Right (the opposite way that the Chinese tourists are departing) and walk for about a minute. Our driver will know to look for you there.

YULONG RIVER

If you are taking the Yulong River bamboo raft and would like to join us for lunch or dinner at Yangshuo Mountain Retreat first, you can ask the raft guide to let you off directly at Yangshuo Mountain Retreat jetty 阳朔胜地

which is about 1km before the Gongnong Bridge raft terminus. We can then send you to Yangshuo Village Inn.
Air

From Guilin Airport, Yangshuo Village Inn provides door-to-door transfer service in a private sedan for RMB ¥300. The price for a seven-seat van is RMB ¥400. An 11-seat van is RMB ¥450 The travel time is 70 minutes from Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Village Inn.

GUILIN CITY

There are Guilin airport shuttles to Guilin city and taxis available from downtown. Please be sure to negotiate the price with the driver first! The price should be no more than RMB ¥350. The Retreat can also arrange a private pickup for you in Guilin. The price is RMB ¥300 or RMB ¥400 for a van and takes about 1.5 hours.

TRAIN

Guilin South Station

There are taxis available and the price should be no more than RMB ¥300 to Yangshuo Village Inn. Please confirm the price with the driver first! Our private car is the same price for a taxi driver to take you from there to the Retreat (RMB ¥300 for a sedan, RMB ¥400 for a van). The ride takes about 90 minutes.

Guilin North Station

Our sedan costs RMB ¥350, a van RMB ¥450 as it is further from Yangshuo and traffic is less convenient.

Yangshuo Xingping Station

For travelers coming from Shenzhen, first take a taxi from Shenzhen North station to Guangzhou South Sation, which is only about 30 minutes and costs about RMB ¥75. From Guangzhou South the express train takes three hours to Yangshuo station. It's about 42 km from Yangshuo train station to Yangshuo Village Inn and costs RMB ¥180. During your journey, please call Yangshuo Village Inn reception (0773-8777-091) to ask for a pickup at the parking area outside the terminus. Please note that any taxis who are not registered within the Yulong River Scenic Area will not be able to drive to the Retreat.

Bus

From the Yangshuo Bus Station, we can arrange pickup to the Retreat for RMB ¥40.
Please note that any taxis who are not registered within the Yulong River Scenic Area will not be able to drive to the Retreat.If you wish to arrange your own transfer, the driver will be able to drop you at the Scenic Area shuttle parking where you can buy a ticket to get this shuttle to the Retreat parking.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your guide to reaching Yangshuo Village Inn

How do I get from Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Village Inn?

Yangshuo Village Inn offers private airport transfer from Guilin Airport for ¥300 (sedan) or ¥400 (7-seat van). Journey takes 70 minutes via scenic highway. Book transfer when making your reservation - we'll meet you at arrivals with a name sign. Taxis are also available but negotiate price first (should be ¥300-350 maximum).

Does Yangshuo Village Inn provide train station pickup?

Yes! We provide pickup from all Guilin train stations: Guilin South Station (¥300 sedan, 90 minutes), Guilin North Station (¥350 sedan, further distance), and Yangshuo Xingping Station (¥180, 42km, direct high-speed rail from Guangzhou). Call our reception upon arrival at +86 773 877 8169 to arrange pickup at the parking area.

Can I take the Li River cruise to Yangshuo Village Inn?

Yes! The scenic Li River cruise from Guilin takes 4+ hours and is highly recommended. Important: Call Village Inn reception (15977364111) 15 minutes before arrival at Yangshuo wharf. When disembarking at Longtou Shan Wharf, turn RIGHT (opposite direction from Chinese tourists) and walk one minute - our driver will meet you there. Passport required for booking and boarding.

How much does airport transfer cost to Yangshuo Village Inn?

Yangshuo Village Inn charges ¥300 for private sedan (1-3 passengers), ¥400 for 7-seat van, or ¥450 for 11-seat van from Guilin Airport. Journey is 70 minutes. This is comparable to taxi prices but guaranteed fixed rate with meet-and-greet service. Book in advance on your reservation form.

Is there a high-speed train directly to Yangshuo?

Yes! Yangshuo Xingping Station has direct high-speed rail service from Guangzhou South Station (3 hours). From Shenzhen, take taxi to Guangzhou South Station (30 minutes, ¥75), then high-speed train to Yangshuo. Village Inn pickup from Xingping Station costs ¥180. This is the fastest route from southern China.

Can I take a bus from Guilin to Yangshuo Village Inn?

Yes. Buses run regularly from Guilin to Yangshuo Bus Station. From Yangshuo Bus Station, Yangshuo Village Inn provides pickup for ¥40. Note: Regular taxis cannot enter the Yulong River Scenic Area - only registered scenic area vehicles or our hotel transport can reach Village Inn directly.

What's the best way to get to Yangshuo Village Inn from Hong Kong?

Fly Hong Kong to Guilin (direct flights available, 1.5 hours), then take Village Inn's airport transfer (¥300, 70 minutes). Alternatively: high-speed train Hong Kong to Guangzhou South, then Guangzhou South to Yangshuo Xingping Station (total 4-5 hours), with Village Inn pickup (¥180). Flying is faster; train offers scenic route.

Do I need to arrange transportation in advance to Yangshuo Village Inn?

Yes, advance booking recommended. Indicate your arrival details on your reservation form and we'll arrange pickup. Our location in Yulong River Scenic Area requires registered vehicles - regular taxis cannot access our hotel directly. Pre-arranged transfer ensures smooth arrival without navigation issues or scenic area restrictions.

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