UPDATE: 14th January 2023
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Li River Cruise Departure Time

Experiencing the Li River

Millions of tourists from China and around the world have experienced the Li River Cruise during their time in Guilin as it's the most popular activity. Visitors who experience the Li River Cruise boat enjoy he most stunning karst landscape available within the Guilin Region. 

Around 100 x Li River Cruise boats depart from Guilin Pier to Yangshuo Pier on a daily basis. There are 3 x types of the Li River Cruise boats for passengers to experience the Li River Cruise including:

The Li River Cruise is the #1 Activity in Guilin!

Li River Cruise Boat Departure Times

4.5 Star Li River Cruise Departure Time

As at 1st March 2021, there are only 2 x 4.5-star Li River Cruise boats operating on the Li River. This is the best Li River Cruise available! Please note, the 4.5 Star Li River Cruise doesn't operate on a daily basis, except during peak periods (such as Summer Holidays) in July and August.
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Currently, per the 1st March 2021, the departure time of the 4.5 Star Li River Cruise is 9:40 am from the Zhujiang Pier in Guilin. 

4 Star Li River Cruise Departure Time

Each day, there are multiple different 4 Star Li River Cruise boats operating along the Li River. As at 1st March 2021, due to the number of 4 Star Boats, the departure times from Guilin Pier are scheduled per the following departures:
  • Departure Slot #1: 9:00 am
  • Departure Slot #2: 9:20 am
  • Departure Slot #3: 9:40 am
All 4 Star Li River Cruise boats depart from the Zhujiang Pier in Guilin.

3 Star Li River Cruise Departure Time

The 3 Star Li River Cruise is the most cost-effective way to experience a Li River Cruise as each 3 Star Boat has the most capacity and seats on-board. Depending upon the boat type - seat capacity typically ranges from 95 - 120 x passengers.

As at 1st March 2021, the following are the departure times for the 3 Star Li River Cruise Boats:
  • Departure Slot # 1: 9:00 am
  • Departure Slot # 2: 9:15 am
  • Departure Slot # 3: 9:30 am
All 4 Star Li River Cruise boats depart from the Mopanshan Pier in Guilin.

Book Li River Cruise Tickets

LUXURY LI RIVER CRUISE (4.5 STAR BOAT)
The Luxury Li River Cruise is the best choice (and most luxurious option) to experience the Li River - available on set dates only and sells out quickly.
​CRUISES ON SET DATES.
from USD
$128.00
per ticket
DELUXE LI RIVER CRUISE (4-STAR BOAT)
The Deluxe Li River Cruise operates each day, providing visitors a deluxe experiences with excellent facilities daily.
​CRUISES DAILY.
from USD
$99.00
per ticket
SUPERIOR LI RIVER CRUISE (3 STAR BOAT)
The Superior Li River Boat Cruise is the 3-star Boat option for experiencing the Li River. It operates on a daily basis with multiple boats daily. 
CRUISES DAILY.
from USD
$78.00
per ticket

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