The 4 Best Rice Terrace Tours in China

1.Longji Rice Terraces with Minority Village Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · from $69Our pick

Travel privately from Guilin to Huangluo and Ping’an, learning about Yao and Zhuang culture before walking among Longji’s famous terraces. Guides such as Leo, Lee, Sandy, and Audrey have been praised for flexible pacing, clear English, and helpful local advice. Expect a long drive and moderate walking.

“The experience is amazing, truly worth it. The driver is kind and he really knows the place and have good recommendations for food.”

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2.Longji Rice Terraces: Full-Day Private Tour from Guilin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 85 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $115

Travel from Guilin or Yangshuo to Longji’s centuries-old terraces with a private car and guide. Expect Ping’an, Dazhai, village walks, minority culture, and time for photos. Guides such as Jeff, Jackie, Jason, and Colin are available depending on the selected option.

“Our guide Mr Jeff was the best. Very good informed, on time be friendly. Had a great day with him”

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3.1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews

Travel from Guilin with a private English-speaking guide and driver, such as Jerry, Sundy, Jackie, or Kevin. Visit Huangluo Yao Village, hike around Ping’an’s Longji terraces, and adjust the day for weather, walking ability, tea stops, or local sights. Admission and lunch cost extra.

“The trip includes pick up and drop off at the hotel. Our guide, Kevin, was very friendly and took the time to take us around the Longji terrace ricefields and explained some of the history of the area. Kevin was also very accommodating tRead more”

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4.Longji rice terraces & minority villages private day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews

Travel from Guilin to Longji with a private English-speaking driver-guide such as Charles, Jackie, or Sundy. See Ping’an’s rice terraces, ride the included sightseeing car, walk at your own pace, and return to Guilin after a long mountain day.

“The price of this private tour is very good considering the distance travelled (2.5h from Guilin downtown to Longsheng, one way), plus the quality of service. Charles (who I spoke with on Viator) responds promptly. Sandy, our guide & driver, Read more”

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