Yunnan Encounter

10 days - from $695

China’s Yunnan Province is widely regarded as the country’s most culturally diverse and scenically spectacular region. It is home to many colourful ethnic minority groups, each with their own characteristics. Many came from the Muslim regions along the ancient ‘Silk Route’, whilst others migrated from the mountains of Tibet. We immerse ourselves in the age-old customs and traditions of the local Bai and Naxi people, and trek through Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the few places left in China where you can get off the beaten track.

Highlights

• Yangtze River and Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Lijiang - former capital of the Naxi Kingdom
• The Bai traditional minority tribe of Dali
• Kunming's flower and bird market

Itinerary:

Day 1: Kunming2: Kunming3-4: Dali5: Lijiang6-8: Tiger Leaping Gorge9: Kunming10: Kunming

What's It Like?

Gecko's adventures offer authentic experiences and a genuine alternative to backpacking. Our trips are designed for younger travelers on a budget but do include the entrance fees to the ‘must see’ sights while not wasting your money on unnecessary frills. Itineraries utilize public transport and basic twin share accommodations in small locally owned hotels, the occasional multi-share, or simply floor space in a jungle or village hut. Many trips involve some physical activity, the occasional long traveling day and you will need to carry your own bags. On camping trips, meals are freshly prepared by our camp cook, but expect to put up and take down your tent, and assist with camp chores. On all trips we only use local tour leaders who are passionate about their homeland. This is travel, grassroots style - basic but rewarding.

Included:

An experienced local tour guide, and there will be the services of local site guides at some sites. All transportation, accommodation, sightseeing and meals as indicated.

International flights, arrival and departure transfers, departure and airport taxes, visas, all other meals, all optional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature.