Taro Fragrance City · Magical Caves of Lipu

Lipu City, Guilin – a beautiful city where cave landscapes blend with characteristic agriculture. This 2-day 1-night tour takes you to explore Yinziyan, admire Lijiangwan, and taste Lipu Taro. Experience the perfect combination of Lipu's magnificent cave scenery, natural landscapes and agricultural features.

Yinziyan
Cave Wonders
Lijiangwan
Landscape Gallery
Lipu Taro
Characteristic Agriculture
Fengyuyan
Underground Wonders
Yinziyan Scenic Area in Lipu City
Yinziyan Scenic Area, Lipu City
Natural landscape of Yinziyan Cave with underground river

2-Day 1-Night Cave Exploration Tour in Lipu City

Cave sightseeing + landscape tour + food experience, feel the diverse charm of Lipu

Tour Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Yinziyan, Lijiangwan, Fengyuyan, Eling Temple
Suitable For
Nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, food lovers, family travelers
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥800
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Cave Wonders Tour
Underground World & Landscape Gallery
Tour Highlights

Full-day nature experience

Attraction Arrangement
Yinziyan (Silver Cave)
National AAAA-level tourist attraction, a typical karst cave with crystal clear stalactites as white as silver, hence the name Yinziyan, known as the "World's Cave Wonder".
Lijiangwan (Li River Bay)
National AAAA-level tourist attraction, integrating natural scenery, cultural landscapes and agricultural sightseeing, known as "Water within water, mountain within mountain, the first bay of Guilin landscape".
Eling Temple
A thousand-year-old ancient temple, first built in the Tang Dynasty. It preserves ancient stone carvings and Buddha statues, with a quiet environment, and is an important religious and historical and cultural heritage of Lipu.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Pay attention to keeping warm due to large temperature difference in the cave
  • Pay attention to safety when taking a boat tour in Lijiangwan
  • Arrange visiting time reasonably
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels around the scenic area
  • Comfortable hotels in urban area
  • Characteristic farm stays
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Geological Wonders Tour
Underground River Exploration & Food Experience
Tour Highlights

Full-day adventure experience

Attraction Arrangement
Fengyuyan (Fengyu Cave)
National AAAA-level tourist attraction, named after the abundant oil-rich fish in the underground river in the cave. There is an underground dark river in the cave that can be visited by boat, known as the "No.1 Cave in Asia".
Lipu Taro Base
Lipu Taro planting demonstration base. Lipu Taro is a national geographical indication product of China. Tourists can learn about taro planting technology and experience the fun of picking.
Lipu City Museum
A comprehensive museum showcasing Lipu's history, culture and characteristic industries, presenting Lipu's development history and local characteristics through cultural relics, pictures and multimedia.
Practical Information
Characteristic Experiences
  • Boat ride in the underground river of the cave
  • Landscape tour of Lijiangwan
  • Tasting taro delicacies
  • Purchasing local specialties
Return Suggestions
  • Buy Lipu Taro specialties
  • Taste Lipu's characteristic delicacies
  • Pay attention to the closing time of each scenic spot
  • Reserve sufficient return time

Must-Try Foods in Lipu City

Lipu Taro

Specialty of Lipu, a national geographical indication product of China. It is large in size, beautiful in shape, tender in texture and rich in nutrition, and can be made into various delicacies such as Taro Braised Pork.

Lipu Taro Braised Pork

A traditional famous dish of Guilin, made by steaming layers of Lipu Taro and pork belly. The taro is soft and glutinous, the meat is crispy and rotten, fat but not greasy, and fragrant.

Lipu Water Chestnut Cake

Traditional characteristic snack, made with local specialty water chestnut flour. It has a smooth taste and sweet flavor, and is one of the most representative pastries in Lipu.

Lipu Sugar Orange

Specialty fruit of Lipu, with beautiful shape, crisp and tender flesh, juicy and sweet, moderate sweet and sour taste, it is a high-quality product among citrus fruits.

Lipu City Travel Tips
Best Season
  • Spring and Autumn: Pleasant climate for cave tours
  • September-November: Taro harvest season
  • Winter: Comfortable temperature in caves
  • Summer: Cool and comfortable for Lijiangwan tour
Travel Suggestions
  • Wear non-slip shoes for cave tours
  • Pay attention to safety when taking a boat tour in Lijiangwan
  • Make an appointment in advance for taro base experience
  • Arrange itinerary time reasonably
Practical Information
  • Tickets are required to enter cave scenic areas
  • Pay attention to the opening hours of each scenic spot
  • Museum is closed on Monday
  • Learn about scenic spot information in advance
Transportation Guide
  • Lipu City is about 100 kilometers from Guilin urban area
  • Can take a bus or drive there
  • Convenient urban buses and taxis
  • It is recommended to drive or charter a car between scenic spots

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