Ink-washed green peaks, emerald waves brushed by bamboo rafts, and the lingering freshness on your tongue—this is Guilin!

They say "Guilin's scenery tops all under heaven," and here you'll find not only picturesque landscapes but also incredibly cost-effective travel experiences. Follow me on this wonderful journey! 🌄 🚩Day 1: After arriving in Guilin, head straight to Elephant Trunk Hill. The ticket is only 55 yuan, and you can take a direct bus from downtown 🚌! This unique hill resembling a giant elephant drinking water is Guilin's landmark. Stand at the viewing platform for a photo with Elephant Trunk Hill—instant social media fame 📸! 🍜For lunch, don't miss authentic Guilin rice noodles. At small street-side shops, just 10-15 yuan gets you a steaming bowl of fragrant noodles mixed with pickled bamboo shoots, tofu skin, and peanuts—pure satisfaction! In the afternoon, take a bamboo raft along the Li River's most scenic section 🚣. The Yangdi to Nine Horses Fresco Hill route is highly recommended, costing about 120 yuan per person. Glide across the emerald waters, feeling like you're "floating through a painting," and try spotting the faintly visible "horses" on Nine Horses Fresco Hill 🐎. Stay overnight in a Yangshuo homestay—150-300 yuan gets you a clean, cozy, and uniquely charming room 🏡. Stroll through bustling West Street and sample local snacks. Beer fish is a must-try, with meals costing just 50-80 yuan per person 🐟. 🚩Day 2: Bike along the Yulong River. Rent a bicycle or electric scooter for just 20-30 yuan per day 🛵. Pedal along the riverbanks through idyllic countryside, past green hills, clear waters, and traditional white-walled houses—every snapshot is postcard-worthy 📷. Lunch at a roadside farmhouse restaurant offers authentic rural cuisine for 30-50 yuan per person 🥬. In the afternoon, visit Silver Cave (60 yuan ticket) to marvel at breathtaking stalactite formations that transport you to a dreamlike world ✨. This Guilin adventure costs only about 800-1200 yuan per person 💰, letting you experience stunning landscapes and delicious local food! Come to Guilin and discover your own poetry and distant horizons～🌺