08/10/2026
A Brazilian girl from PKU Shenzhen's travel plog during the Golden Week--Golden Week Diaries: My Trip to Guilin & Yangshuo 🏞️
I made it to Guilin and Yangshuo, and the scenery is every bit as stunning as people say. Misty karst mountains, the calm Li River, and green peaks everywhere you look.
I visited Elephant Trunk Hill, Guilin's most famous landmark, where the rock really does look like an elephant drinking from the river. Then I went up to Ruyi Peak in Yangshuo, where the views over the mountains took my breath away.
But I won't pretend it was easy! Traveling during Golden Week means huge crowds. There were long lines at every scenic spot, packed buses and trains, sold-out tickets, and higher hotel prices. Some moments took real patience.
My advice if you're going during the holidays:
✅ Book train tickets and hotels early
✅ Buy scenic spot tickets online in advance
✅ Start your day early to beat the crowds
✅ Bring water, snacks, and a lot of patience!
Even with the crowds, I'm so grateful for this journey. The beauty of this place made every queue worth it.