Plan at a glance
A one-way cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo
The Three-Star Cruise follows the Li River’s scenic section, usually sailing downstream from Mopanshan Passenger Wharf in Guilin to Longtoushan Wharf in Yangshuo. The route is about 60 kilometers and takes around four hours on board. It is a one-way trip and does not return to Guilin. You will pass stretches near Nine-Horse Fresco Hill and Yellow Cloth Reflection; arrange your accommodation and onward transport from Yangshuo before boarding.
Fare, lunch, and real-name booking
The scenic area lists a reference adult total of CNY 215, including CNY 54 for scenic-area admission and CNY 161 for the boat ticket. Lunch is optional, with a reference price of CNY 30 per serving. Tickets use real-name booking. Check the current “Li River Ticketing” service account for available dates, departures, and inclusions; confirm the rules for discounted tickets as well.
Tickets and visit details
View visit options for this attraction and confirm the visit date and current arrangements before you go.
Choose your visit
For the full scenic section by boat
If you want to travel by water from Guilin to Yangshuo in one continuous journey, this cruise covers the scenic section without a transfer. It suits visitors making the Li River their main activity for the day and planning to get off in Yangshuo. For a shorter cruise on the city waterways, see the Two Rivers and Four Lakes guide.
Check the actual cabin and deck layout
The official introduction says Three-Star boats have panoramic windows and onboard commentary, but notes that layouts and decor differ by vessel and that photos are for reference only. Check the cabin and service details for your departure when booking. For photos, use areas open to passengers and follow crew instructions; do not push toward or lean outside the railings to get a spot.
Build your day
Choose a date and book with passenger details
First check the official “Li River Ticketing” service account for remaining Three-Star seats, departure time, and passenger details required for real-name tickets. The advance-sale period can change for regular days, peak season, and holidays. Tickets for the 2026 National Day holiday once went on sale 15 days ahead; do not treat a holiday release schedule as a year-round rule.
Board at Mopanshan Passenger Wharf
Use the Mopanshan Passenger Wharf and departure time on your ticket to plan your morning transfer. Allow extra time for the trip to the suburban wharf, real-name checks, and boarding. The scenic area lists dedicated passenger transport to both Mopanshan and Zhujiang passenger wharves; taxis and ride-hailing are other options. Confirm the departure point, schedule, and fare before traveling.
Continue your day from Yangshuo
The boat arrives at Longtoushan Wharf in Yangshuo; it does not take you back to central Guilin. Arrange a hotel transfer, transport into town, or a coach back to Guilin before continuing your day. The scenic-area transport page lists Yangshuo bus connections from Longtoushan Wharf, but schedules may change. If you have large bags or arrive late, confirm your pickup in advance.
Get there
Travel from central Guilin to Mopanshan
Search specifically for “Mopanshan Passenger Wharf”; do not mistake Zhujiang Passenger Wharf for the same boarding point. The scenic area lists dedicated transport from several city locations to both passenger wharves and provides a phone number for Mopanshan ticket inquiries. Confirm the day’s departure arrangements before traveling. If time is tight or you are traveling in a group, compare an authorized ride-hailing option.
Connect from the Yangshuo wharf
You will disembark at Longtoushan Wharf in Yangshuo. You will usually need onward transportation to reach central Yangshuo or West Street. If using a bus or coach, check its operating times against your arrival. If returning to Guilin that evening, confirm the final departure and station location before boarding so you are not left looking for transport at the wharf.
Know before you go
Plan for lunch and luggage
The official route information lists lunch as an optional purchase at a reference price of CNY 30; it is not included with every ticket. Scenic-area information also says the one-way cruise does not provide luggage storage and does not allow pets on board. Arrange accommodation or a transfer for your luggage in advance. Bring water and snacks if needed.
Water levels and weather can affect departures
High water levels can lead to a maritime suspension. The scenic area suspended the scenic-section cruises on June 22, 2026, and resumed them on June 23; it suspended them again on July 6 and resumed service on July 8. These were past restrictions and do not mean the service is currently closed. Check scenic-area notices and available seats before departure, and follow the official change or refund arrangements if service is suspended.
Do not confuse cruises with similar names
The Three-Star scenic cruise runs one way from Mopanshan to Yangshuo. City cruises on Two Rivers and Four Lakes, shorter cruises or bamboo-raft trips around Yangdi or Xingping, and other Yangshuo trips are separate products. Before booking, check the boat type, boarding wharf, Yangshuo landing point, and one-way arrangement. The Four-Star cruise leaves from Zhujiang Passenger Wharf and has its own guide.