{"id":4286,"date":"2022-01-04T18:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-04T10:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/?p=4286"},"modified":"2022-01-05T09:37:23","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T01:37:23","slug":"guilin-tourist-traps-tourist-scams-in-guilin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/guangxi-travel\/guilin-travel\/guilin-tourist-traps-tourist-scams-in-guilin","title":{"rendered":"Guilin Tourist Scams, Tourist Traps in Guilin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Guilin is a picturesque tourist city for both domestic and international travelers, with many things going for it. There are several tourist scams that visitors should be aware of. Always be careful with what you do and with whom\u00a0you can trust during your\u00a0Guilin Tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBlack\u201d Taxis Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBlack\u201d taxis don\u2019t mean that the colors of the taxis are black, but refer to the illegal taxis or cars that can be found all over China. Guilin is not an exception. You may encounter them almost somewhere you need a taxi, including the airport, the city center, or around scenic spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drivers will approach you and asking \u201cwhere are you going\u201d. They will not only overcharge you but there have been reports of tourists taken out into the middle of nowhere where several of the black taxi drivers friend showed up and took all of the tourists belongings. Don\u2019t even talk to the drivers approach you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Super-cheap Tours Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are always many cheap tours offer to you when you arriving at Guilin. For example, tour to Li River. They will take you to shopping places and force you to buy a lot of things which you don\u2019 want to buy, and you may spend more time at these places than at the places that you intended to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s more, the services are not very good: dirty bus, bad lunch, for example. You should find a standard tour agency to start your tour in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black Tour Guide near the Dock<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can find \u201cBlack\u201d Tour Guide at some attraction sites, especially near the dock of Li River. They may sell tickets, or ask you to live in their hotel. Most of them are very talkative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, they will offer you a very high price for the hotel. If you aren\u2019t interested in it, they will offer you a very low price. After you give them money, they may run away. Just remember, there is no free lunch in the world, so leave them far away from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shopping in Small Stores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most of the small stores in Guilin are not cheaper than large and famous stores. What\u2019s more, some things in the small stores are fake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to buy some souvenirs in Guilin, you can go to the large stores. Don\u2019t let your good humour taking a beating because of a expensive souvenir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Child Beggars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like other tourist cities in China, you will have the chance to see some children begging for money in Guilin, sometimes even grabbing onto your legs until you pay them some money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are reports that these children may have been kidnapped from other places specifically to be used for begging purposes. Just avoid those child beggars. If you give money to child beggars, you may have the risk of getting a swarm of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pickpockets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pickpockets always can be found in the major tourist sites of China, Guilin is also not an exception. Always keep your eyes on your bags, and carry your wallets in a front pocket or a pocket inside your coat when you are walking on the street or taking the bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beware of these young men and also of the ladies in whose interests they ply their trade. If you are stolen, or you find other being stolen, or you have pickpocket clues, you are encouraged to call the anti-pickpocket hotline 110.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip:  Hassle-free Guilin Guided Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to do a self-guided tour and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours,  here are some options for organized tours to Guilin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guilin Tour<\/a>
Guilin Private Tour<\/a>
Guilin Group Tour<\/a>
Guilin Layover Tour<\/a>
Beijing Guilin Tour<\/a>
Hong Kong Guilin Tour<\/a>
Guilin Car Rental with Driver<\/a>
Guilin Customized Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Readings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guilin Tour \u2013 Top 10 Things to do in Guilin<\/a>
Best time to visit Guilin<\/a>
Where to stay in Guilin<\/a>
Top 10 Guilin Luxury Hotels<\/a>
Top 10 Guilin Boutique Hotels<\/a>
Top 10 Guilin Budget Hotels<\/a>
Guilin Tourist Scams, Tourist Traps in Guilin<\/a>
Guilin Taxi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Visit Elephant Trunk Hill<\/a>
Folded Brocade Hill (Diecai Hill)<\/a>
Jingjiang Princes\u2019s City to be Skipped<\/a>
Stroll around Shan Lake and Rong Lake in Guilin<\/a>
Yangshuo Taxi: Yangshuo Taxi Fares, Tips and Phones<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Li River Cruise<\/a>
How to Visit Xingping<\/a>
Impression Liu Sanjie Mega Performance in Yangshuo<\/a>
Shili Scenery Gallery in Yangshuo<\/a>
<\/a>Yangshuo West Street<\/a>
Bamboo Rafting on Yulong River in Yangshuo<\/a>

How to Visit Longji Terraced Rice Fields<\/a>
Visit Huangyao Ancient Town from Yangshuo or Guilin<\/a>
Daxu Ancient Town<\/a>
How to Visit Chengyang Wind & Rain Bridge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any questions, just drop a line.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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