South China, China

South China spreads the karst landscapes of Guilin and Yangshuo along the Li River, Guangzhou's Cantonese food culture, Kaiping's diaolou watchtowers from the diaspora era, and Sanya's tropical Hainan Island beaches.

Highlights

When to Visit

Sep-Nov

Cool dry autumn with Li River cruising at peak photographic conditions, Yangshuo karst pleasant for cycling, and the Mid-Autumn Festival in late September with mooncakes.

Mar-May

Spring with Li River at peak meltwater flow, Yangshuo bamboo rafting at peak, and the Sanya Hainan beaches at warmest before typhoon season.

Jun-Aug

Hot wet summer with Guilin at 32°C and humidity, typhoon risk on Hainan, but Yangshuo's bamboo rafting cooling and the Dragon Boat Festival in early June.

Dec-Feb

Cool dry winter with Yangshuo karst hidden in mist, Sanya Hainan beach season at peak with mainland Chinese escaping winter, and Spring Festival in late January-February.