Longji Rice Terraces

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Address Ping'an Village, Longsheng Various Nationalities Autonomous County, Guilin, Guangxi

Hours 08:30–17:30 (ticket office); villages are open 24/7 for overnight guests

Phone +86 773 7583188

Announcement: Cultural & Scenic

Entrance ¥80

Hours 08:30–17:30 (ticke...

Best Season May (water-filled fields) or September–October (golden harvest)

Time needed 1–2 days

Last visit: May 22, 2026

Author: Tao Xu

Reviewer: Xiaoming Liu

Longji Rice Terraces Travel Guide

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Planning a trip to the Longji Rice Terraces? This guide from a seasoned China tour guide cuts through the hype. Get precise transport details, insider tips on avoiding crowds, where to stay, and how to experience the terraces beyond the postcard views.

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Longji Rice Terraces Overview

Vast, spectacular terraced rice fields carved into the hillsides by the Zhuang and Yao minority people over centuries.

Longji Rice Terraces Opening Hours & Tickets

08:30–17:30 (ticket office); villages are open 24/7 for overnight guests
Best season: May (water-filled fields) or September–October (golden harvest)
Ticket note: One main scenic area ticket covers Ping'an, Jinkeng (Dazhai), and Longji Ancient...

Essential Longji Rice Terraces Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 773 7583188
Viewing platforms
Wooden guesthouses
Cable car (in Dazhai)
Local minority restaurants

How to Get to Longji Rice Terraces

Direct express buses run from Guilin Railway Station or Guilin Qintan Bus Station (approx. 2-3 hours).

Longji Rice Terraces Travel Safety & Advice

First aid kits at village clinics; major medical issues require transfer down the mountain to Longsheng or Guilin.

Practical Info

Ping'an Village, Longsheng Various Nationalities Autonomous County, Guilin, Guangxi
08:30–17:30 (ticket office); villages are open 24/7 for overnight guests
+86 773 7583188

Tao Xu

Certified Senior Tour Guide

Tao Xu, a Changsha-based Certified Senior Tour Guide, specializes in Central South China itineraries covering the 4-Day Zhangjiajie sandstone peak adventure, Changsha night market crawl, and Fenghuang ancient town.

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Tickets

One main scenic area ticket covers Ping'an, Jinkeng (Dazhai), and Longji Ancient...

Online booking may be required

Tips

Pack extremely light. Leave heavy luggage at the ticket office at the base of the mountain or in your Guilin hotel.

Reality Check

Steep climbs required to reach viewpoints
Luggage must be carried up stairs (porters available for a fee)
Long bus ride from Guilin

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Longji Rice Terraces Travel FAQ

I'm not a serious hiker. Are the Longji Terraces still accessible?

Absolutely. In Ping'an, the walk between the two main viewpoints is on paved steps and takes about 1.5 hours round-trip at a slow pace. In Jinkeng, you can take the cable car up and down to Golden Buddha Peak and still get an amazing view with minimal walking. Just choose your village and transport options wisely.

What's the one item most tourists forget to pack for Longji?

Sturdy shoes with good grip. Not just sneakers, but something that can handle slippery, wet stone steps and muddy paths. The second most forgotten item is a small, powerful flashlight or headlamp. Village paths are poorly lit at night, and power outages aren't unheard of.

Is it worth visiting Longji Rice Terraces in the rainy season?

It's a double-edged sword. The rain brings lush greenery and dramatic clouds swirling through the valleys, which can be phenomenally beautiful for photography. But it also means fog can completely obscure the views, trails are slippery, and leeches can be present on wet, grassy paths. If you go in summer, pack a rain jacket, leech socks (available in local shops), and have a flexible attitude.

How do I handle luggage if I want to hike between Ping'an and Jinkeng?

You don't. The hike between these two main villages is long (4+ hours) and not particularly scenic compared to the hikes within each area. It's a logistical headache with luggage. The practical way is to choose one village as your base, do the hikes there, and if you must see the other, take the scenic area shuttle bus (about 40-50 minutes ride) on a separate trip. You can pay a small fee to leave your main bag at your first guesthouse while you do a day trip to the other village.