Overview
This Longji Rice Terraces and the unique ethnic villages tour is perfect for nature and culture lovers, hikers and families travelers. Your private travel guide will provide insider knowledge about the history, culture, and traditions of the region, making your experience both joyful and immersive. You’ll visit the best observation points to admire the breathtaking terraced landscapes and learn how to capture stunning photos. You can go inside locals' daily life and see how they work and dress them up. At noon, enjoy an authentic local lunch featuring specialties like Chinese bacon, fried bamboo shoots, and bamboo rice. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural discovery, and unforgettable encounters with local traditions.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Local dishes including featured bamboo rice
What's Not Included
Not specified by supplier.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
You guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, and drop you off to your hotel after the visit.
Stop 2
Longji Rice Terraces have a long history and are known for their stunning agricultural landscapes and local traditions. This place is home to many ethnic minorities, including the Zhuang, Yao and Dong communities, who have built villages in the area. You can walk about 30 minutes to the top of the mountain or choose to ride a palanquin (optional). The scenery along the way is stunning. At a local restaurant, you can taste typical dishes such as bamboo rice, Chinese bacon, and bamboo shoots.
Stop 3
Huangluo Yao Ethnic Minority Village is famous for its long-haired residents. This village is the only Yao village in the Longji Scenic Area, where women traditionally keep their hair long. With over 300 women boasting hair lengths of up to 1.7 meters, this village holds the Guinness World Record for the "Longest Hair".
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness