Yunnan Discovery Cycling Tour
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Bai tribe women who we encountered on our Yunnan Discovery Cycling Tour.
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On the Yunnan Discovery Tour, our bike trails lead through the stunning, untouched landscapes that give China its mysterious and exotic reputation. Sheer mountains boast bold, snow-capped peaks as emerald rivers divide their precipitous heights with deep gorges. As we cycle into the mountains, we'll leave behind modern cities for an experience that feels like a step back in time. Down cobble stone streets, we’ll find the preserved ancient cities of Lijian and Dali. These cities possess architectural beauty and style that is internationally renowned. As our trails wind up the mountains, we will encounter isolated mountain tribes who have maintained the same fascinating traditions for centuries. A diverse and seemingly magical land, Yunnan province is believed to have been the famous Shangri La, or earthy paradise, that author James Milton refers to in Lost Horizons. Cycle with us back in time to discover Yunnan, the dragon of Asia.
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Price Includes |
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Airport transfers |
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Accommodation |
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Most Meals |
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Price Excludes |
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bike hire, single supplement costs, tipping, flights, travel insurance |
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Suitability / Level |
Demanding |
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Minimum Age |
18 |
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Small Group Travel
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Max Group Size |
16 |
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Itinerary
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Day 1 – Meet in Kunming for short visit through the city before flying to Lijiang.
Day 2 – Visit Lijiang, which is the capital of the Naxi people, an ethnic minority known for their matriarchal society. Cycle around Lashi Lake, through Naxi villages, and into the southern most section of the Himalayas.
Day 3 – Ride through the ancient villages of Su He and Baisha, famous for their 15th-century Buddhist fresco paintings. Visit the Yu Feng temple, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery.
Day 4 – Cycle the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge of the Yangtze River.
Day 5 – A free day to explore the stunning gorge scenery. Optional hike along the gorge’s cliffs.
Day 6 – Cycle the mountains to Haba village and view scenic snow-capped mountains. Continue to Bai Shui Tai.
Day 7 – Cycle to Shangri La, then climb the mountains to the rich grassland valley on the Tibetan Plateau.
Day 8 – A free day in Zhongdian, the capital of Dechen Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Visit the spectacular Ganden Sumsanling Monastery.
Day 9 – Cycle to Lesser Zhongdian, then make the long descent to Qiatou. Visit the popular local market and overnight in the ancient city of Shigu.
Day 10 – Ride along Old Tibet road to Shaxi, a place that has remained unchanged for centuries.
Day 11 – A challenging climb through the mountains leads to an exhilarating descent to the valley that leads to Dali. End the day in the famous Er Yuan hot springs.
Day 12 – Ride to historic Dali, home to the Bai ethnic tribe. Explore this beautiful city that once was the capital of the powerful, 8th-century Nanzhao Kingdom.
Day 13 – Take a bus back to Kunming. Rest of the day free to explore Kunming.
Day 14 – Transfer to Kunming Airport for onward travels. |
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Accommodation
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We use a wide mixture of accommodations. Hotels and guesthouses are of tourist class standards and very comfortable with private facilities and hot water. The guesthouses also are in tune with the local environment and spirit of this tour. |
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Holidays
Extras |
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We have provided a little
section of extra travel needs that you may need
and to make life easier for our customers. We aim
to provide all the extras you would need; flights,
hotels, insurance, car hire and airport parking.
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| Cycling around Erhai Lake on the Yunnan Discovery Cycling Tour. [Full
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