Follow this guide for a foolproof trip, even locals approve!

🌿 Why choose this guide? ✔️ No useless info! Only "practical, actionable tips." ✔️ Two core areas precisely defined, with exclusive cycling route maps. ✔️ Lessons learned the hard way: Avoid the pitfalls 99% of tourists fall into. ✔️ Considerate health tips: How to avoid "physical breakdowns" during your trip. 🏞️【Understand Yangshuo's Geography in 1 Second: Two Routes to Explore the Essence of its Natural Beauty】 ✅ Yangshuo's "Two Sides" approach: ▫️ Li River Route (Grand Scenery): Centered around Xingping Ancient Town, keywords: "RMB 20 bill view, Xiangong Hill sunset, Nine Horses Fresco Hill mystery." ▫️ Yulong River Route (Pastoral Freshness): Starting from West Street, keywords: "Bamboo raft drifting, Ten Mile Gallery cycling, rice paddy cafes." 🚗 Golden Rule of Transportation: • Xingping Ancient Town → West Street: Bus 1 hour / Car 40 minutes (Recommended to park on West Street and rent an e-bike for a better experience). • E-bikes are Yangshuo's "soul transportation"! Rentals in the county are 30-50 CNY/day. Choose new models with lithium batteries for 80km+ range. 🗺️【Day 1: Unlock the RMB 20 Bill Romance of the Li River (with money-saving tips)】 🚄 7:30 Depart from Yangshuo Station ▫️ Turn right out of the station and take the "Yangshuo Station → Xingping Ancient Town" bus (10 CNY/person, 30 minutes). Don't take unlicensed taxis! 🍜 8:30 Breakfast in Xingping Ancient Town • Must-try: Lao Di Fang Rice Noodles (add crispy Guo Shao), Ai Ye Ba Ba at the entrance of the ancient town. • Hidden gem: Explore the old alleys of "President Fishing Village" and see the century-old slogans on the blue brick walls. 🛵 9:30 E-bike ride along the best part of the Li River ▫️ Route: Ancient Town → RMB 20 Bill Viewpoint (navigate to "Xingping Jia Jing," fewer people, better angle) → Mashan Wharf. • Pitfall warning: The "all-inclusive 80 CNY" ticket at the wharf is a rip-off! It's cheaper to buy a separate ferry ticket (20 CNY) + Xiangong Hill entrance ticket (60 CNY). 🗻 11:00 The right way to climb Xiangong Hill • A 15-minute sightseeing bus ride to the foot of the hill, then climb 200 steps (bring water! The viewing platform halfway up offers great shots of the "Li River Great Bend"). • Best time: Reach the summit 1 hour before sunset to see the river bathed in golden red (Figure 4 shows the actual shooting location). 🌃 19:00 West Street Nightlife Guide • Avoid the restaurants at the entrance! Venture into the alleys. Try "Xiao Ma De Tian" for beer fish (freshly killed and cooked, paired with sweet osmanthus wine). • Unique experience: Find Li River stone paintings at "Old Things Warehouse" or enjoy tea and folk music at "River View Tower." 🌾【Day 2: Yulong River Cycling & Countryside Fun (with hidden photo spots)】 🛵 9:00 Depart from West Street on your rented e-bike (check the brakes!). 🚴♀️ Cycling Route ①【Fuli Bridge → Jinlong Bridge】(Hidden Countryside Route) • Fuli Bridge: A 400-year-old bridge spanning the turquoise water, the reflection of the arch looks like a full moon (Figure 5 photo spot: stand on the higher ground of the rice paddy at the bridgehead). • Jinlong Bridge to Yulong Bridge: Cycle along the riverbank, pass the "Frog Leaping into the River" rock formation, and stop at the bamboo raft wharf to capture the "person in the painting" scene. 🚣 11:00 Choose this section for bamboo rafting! 📍 Shui'e Di Wharf → Wanjing Wharf (200 CNY/raft for 2 people, bargain by saying "West Street regular"). • Must-do: Put your phone in a waterproof bag and record the sound of the bamboo raft gliding through the "Rhino Pond," perfect with folk music. 🚴♀️ Cycling Route ②【Reverse Ten Mile Gallery】 ▫️ Wanjing Wharf → Zhudou Village → Moon Hill (take the "Ji Ma Village path" to avoid tour buses!). • Bonus: Buy sugarcane juice at "Flower Fairy Valley" and watch water buffalo graze by the rice paddies. More picturesque than the typical tourist spots. ⚠️【Travel Health Tips: Don't Let Your Body Hold You Back!】 • Take breaks every hour to move around after long periods of cycling or sitting in a vehicle. • Important!! Holding your pee for a long time + not drinking enough water can easily lead to urinary tract infections (Personal experience: If you experience frequent urination, pain, or burning sensations, take Sanjin Pian promptly. Guilin Sanjin is a reliable time-honored brand. Symptoms significantly relieved after 3 doses). • Essential medicine kit: Antidiarrheal (berberine), cold medicine, band-aids. Ladies, bring feminine wipes. 🚫【Pitfall Guide: Don't Waste Your Money on These!】 1. Don't buy the "Li River Cruise full-route ticket"! Go directly to Xingping for the best part, saving money and effort. 2. Avoid bars on West Street that solicit customers at the entrance! Choose local favorites like "Xiao Ma De Tian." 3. Bamboo raft photos for 20 CNY/photo are too expensive! Have your companion take continuous shots with your phone for great pictures. 💡【2-Day, 1-Night Itinerary Summary】 Day 1: Yangshuo Station → Xingping Ancient Town → RMB 20 Bill Viewpoint → Xiangong Hill (stay on West Street). Day 2: Yulong River cycling → Shui'e Di bamboo rafting → Ten Mile Gallery. The beauty of Yangshuo lies in the "slow moments without rushing between attractions." Wandering on an e-bike, dozing on a bamboo raft, or even getting lost on a rice paddy path are the best gifts of travel. Remember to bring a good mood and Sanjin Pian, and let's go! 🚲✨