Overview
Xingping is a small riverside town in North Guangxi, about 27 km upstream from Yangshuo and 60 km downstream from Guilin. Like Yangshuo, it is surrounded by impressive karst scenery, but it has a quieter, more authentic feel with fewer tourists and some intact historical buildings.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Activities
The Yangdi-Xingping hike (18-24 km) is the standout activity, taking 4-6 hours along the river through villages and bamboo forests. Bamboo raft crossings cost ¥10-30 each.
Money
Local Guangxi Liquan beer costs ¥4-5. Meals start from ¥10. Dorm beds from ¥30. Cash preferred in local establishments; ATMs may be limited.
Safety
The climb to Bird's View Pavilion is challenging with uneven, poorly maintained steps. Scrambling over rocks behind the pavilion is risky and not recommended. Wild driving habits are common in the countryside.
Transport
Buses connect Xingping with Yangshuo (1 hour) and Guilin (2 hours). Within town, walking covers the flat central area in 15 minutes; bicycle hire is available but bikes may be in poor condition.
