Bottom line: Cycling is one of the best ways to experience Yangshuo's countryside. Whether you choose a traditional bicycle, an e-bike, or an e-scooter, two wheels let you reach quiet villages, riverside paths, and viewpoints that cars cannot access.

Why cycle in Guilin and Yangshuo

Where to rent bicycles and e-bikes

In Yangshuo, the main rental hubs are Fengming Parking Area near the Ten Mile Gallery entrance, Gongnong Bridge along the Yulong River, and guesthouses around West Street. In Guilin city, rentals are concentrated near the Li River promenade, Seven Star Park, and several hostels.

Most shops rent by the day or half-day. Multi-day rentals often reduce the daily rate. Deposits are common and usually returned when the bike is brought back undamaged.

Yangshuo rental guide β†’ Guilin rental guide β†’

Route options

Yulong River Cycling

15–25 km Β· 2–4 h Β· Easy to moderate. The classic Yangshuo countryside loop.

Ten-Mile Gallery

10–20 km Β· 2–3 h Β· Easy. Paved road with signposted attractions; best early morning.

Countryside Backroads

20–35 km Β· 3–5 h Β· Easy to moderate. Villages, rice fields, and quiet lanes.

Yangshuo to Xingping

~50 km round trip Β· 4–7 h Β· Moderate. Li River views and the 20 RMB viewpoint.

Guilin City Routes

10–30 km Β· Urban paths and riverside routes around Guilin.

What international travelers should know

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Written by Guilin Road Trip Editorial Team

We are a small team of China travel researchers, local drivers, and former tour planners based in and around Guilin. Every route, price, and rule is cross-checked against first-hand local sources and updated regularly.

Last updated: 2026-08-25 Β· Editorial policy