Investigation opened after tour guide video goes viral

An investigation is ongoing after a guide woke a sleeping tourist on a tour bus, according to a notification issued by the Lijiang bureau of cultural and tourism in Yunnan province on Monday.

In the video posted on Weibo, a Twitter-like platform, the tour guide argued with a tourist who she had woken up earlier. The guide chided the visitor for falling asleep during while the guide was talking to the group, and claimed their trip could only continue once she had woken up.

The video received a great deal of attention from netizens, with many calling the tour guide ridiculous, and some stating they had a similar experience during their visits.

The Lijiang bureau has affirmed appropriate measures will be taken in accordance with the law and regulations once the investigation is completed, adding any updates will be promptly released to the public.

In the meantime, the bureau has urged tourists facing difficulties or issues during their stay in Lijiang to contact them, and reassured visitors they will provide dedicated assistance.

Prior to this incident, a similar controversy involving a tour guide caused a stir on social media.

On June 30, a video was released showing a guide in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region reprimanding a snoring passenger during a tour to Keketuohai scenic area.

After an investigation, an official with the Xinjiang government announced on July 1 the guide involved in the dispute had apologized sincerely for his inappropriate behavior and received forgiveness. The guide was punished with a 30-day suspension and a compulsory re-training session.