Southern China Cultural JourneyBeijing, Shangri-La, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang, Dali, Kaili, Zhaoxing, Guiyang

Tage 16

Reiseziel 8

Erfahrungen 65

Reisezusammenfassung

Familienurlaub, Chinesische Kultur, Abenteuer, Gourmet, Romantisch, Natur

China is home to 56 officially recognized ethnic minorities, each of whom has their own fascinating culture and customs. This tour takes you to the southern Chinese provinces of Yunnan and Guizhou to explore the unique settlements and stunning natural landscapes where these minorities reside.

The 16-day tour starts in Beijing, giving you the chance to see some of the city’s must-see sights, including the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. From there you will travel to the Tibetan-influenced city of Shangri-La in northwestern Yunnan province, whose very name evokes a sense of exoticism. After Shangri-La you will travel through Yunnan, including stops in the ancient towns of Shaxi and Dali, and a hike through the precipitous Tiger Leaping Gorge.

The latter part of the tour will take you to Guizhou province to explore the culture of the Miao and Dong minorities. You will get a chance to see some of the region’s interesting architecture, such as the Wind and Rain Covered Bridge, and stay overnight in the Dong minority village of Zhaoxing.

Empfohlene Reiseroute

Airport Pickup & Transfer to Your Hotel - Your private guide and driver will escort you to your hotel and assist you with hotel check-in and any questions that you have about your travel arrangements. Once you have checked into your hotel, you will have the rest of the day to spend at your leisure.
Overnight - Beijing

Tiananmen Square - China's iconic public square
Forbidden City - explore the largest palace complex in the world, home to 24 Chinese emperors over 491 years
Jingshan Park - take in great panoramic views of the Forbidden City from this pleasant park
Lunch - in a local hutong family home
Hutong Rickshaw Tour with Local Family Visit - explore Beijing's narrow hutongs from the back of a rickshaw and see how local people live
Walking at Houhai lake - stroll around this scenic lake and get a glimpse of local life
Acrobatic Show at Chaoyang Theater - prepare to be amazed by this popular acrobatics show (seating: rows 1-4)
Overnight - Beijing

Mutianyu Great Wall w/toboggan and cable car - this scenic section of the Great Wall has been restored but is still far less touristy
Lunch - fresh trout and other Chinese dishes
Summer Palace - a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design
Olympic Venues - see the two iconic venues of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the Bird's Nest stadium and Water Cube (outside view only)
Overnight - Beijing

Transfer to Beijing Airport - fly to Shangri-La
Lunch - on your own in the airport
Pickup at Shangri-La Airport
Dukezong Old Town - a 1,300-year-old Tibetan town located in Shangri-La County
Overnight - Dukezong Old Town

Potatso National Park - the first national park in China, renowned for its primitive landscape, home to more than 100 endangered species
Lunch - local cuisine
Ganden Sumtseling Monastery - the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan, often called the "Little Potala Palace"
Overnight - Dukezong Old Town

Drive to Tiger Leaping Gorge - 100 km, around 2 hours
Tiger Leaping Gorge Hike - hands down one of the best hikes China has to offer
Lunch - local cuisine
Tiger Leaping Gorge Hike - hands down one of the best hikes China has to offer
Overnight - Tiger Leaping Gorge

Tiger Leaping Gorge Hike - hands down one of the best hikes China has to offer
Late Lunch - local cuisine
Drive to Lijiang - 98 km, around 2 hours
Lijiang Old Town - discover the unique Naxi minority culture of this UNESCO World Heritage listed old town
Overnight - Lijiang Old Town

Wenhai Lake Hiking or Horse Riding - a scenic alpine lake and wetland on the southern slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Late Lunch - local cuisine
Former Residence of Joseph Rock - visit the home of the first foreign scholar to introduce Lijiang's Naxi culture to the western world
Baisha Old Town and Murals - an ancient village around 8km from Lijiang that offers a peaceful glimpse at the daily lives of the Naxi people
Shuhe Ancient Town - a smaller, more peaceful version of Lijiang Old Town visited by fewer tourists
Overnight - Lijiang Old Town

Drive to Shaxi - 97 km, around 1.5 hours
Shibao Mountain and Grottoes - hike among the ancient forests and visit a number of interesting temples and grottoes
Lunch - local cuisine
Shaxi Ancient Town - discover a true "old town" that has not been rebuilt or manufactured
Overnight - Shaxi Ancient Town

Drive to Dali - 130 km, around 2 hours
Erhai Lake and Boat Ride - enjoy an hour of peace and quiet on scenic Erhai Lake
Cycle from Erhai Lake to Dali Old Town - take in the beautiful countryside along the cycle route
Lunch - local cuisine
Dali Old Town - stroll around this well-preserved old town, known for its grand city gates and traditional Bai minority houses
Overnight - Dali Old Town

Transfer to Dali Airport - fly to Guiyang
Pickup at Guiyang Airport
Lunch - on your own in the airport
Drive to Kaili - 158 km, around 2 hours
Kaili Ethnic Minorities Museum - gain a better understanding of the diverse ethnic minorities of southwestern China
Overnight - Kaili

Langde Miao Ethnic Village (Long Skirt Miao) - experience the traditional Miao architecture and minority culture
Lunch - local cuisine
Datang Miao Ethnic Village (Short Skirt Miao) - another typical Miao village renowned for their distinctive style of short skirt
Qiaotu Shui Village - discover the life and culture of the Shui minority
Drive to Rongjiang - 147 km, around 2 hours
Overnight - Rongjiang

Basha Miao Village - China's last tribe of gunmen, where villagers have maintained the same dress and customs for hundreds of years
Lunch - local cuisine
Zhanli Dong Ethnic Village - discover this beautiful Dong village and the occupants' unique family planning culture
Drive to Zhaoxing - 90 km, around 2 hours
Zhaoxing Wind and Rain Bridge - a fantastic Dong minority town full of old wooden buildings and traditional "wind and rain" bridges
Overnight - Zhaoxing Old Town

Tang'an Dong Ethnic Village - with a history of over 700 years, this village is renowned as living museum of the Dong minority
Tang'an Rice Terrace Hike - enjoy a short hike and take in spectacular views of the rice terraces
Lunch - local cuisine
Free Time in Zhaoxing Old Town - discover this Dong minority town at your own pace
Drive Back to Guiyang - 322 km, around 4.5 hours
Overnight - Guiyang

Drive to Huangguoshu - 167 km, around 3 hours
Huangguoshu Waterfall - come face-to-face with the majesty of the largest waterfall in China and Asia
Lunch - local cuisine
Drive Back to Guiyang
Overnight - Guiyang

Qingyan Ancient Town - a 600-year-old military town with well-preserved stone-slab lanes, archways, watchtowers, and battlements
Lunch - local cuisine
Drop-off at Guiyang Airport - fly to Beijing or Shanghai where you will depart for home

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Internationale Flüge von und nach China
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