Cultural Gems and Vibrant Delights: A Trip to Yunan, Laos and Guangzhou Tour
Description
Join this fascinating twelve-day tour starting from Yunnan province in China all the way to Vientiane, the capital of Laos and finishing back in Guangzhou city in China. Immerse yourself in tea plantations hiking Nannuo Mountain, experience life in local villages and indulge yourself with the flavour and aroma of Pu'er tea. In Laos explore Luang Prabang, the Jewel of the Mekong and Vientiane on the banks of the Mekong River. End the tour in the sprawling port city of Guangzhou strolling by the Pearl River.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Pu’er: located in the southwestern part of Yunnan Province known as China’s ‘tea capital’. Pu’er is one of China's richest areas of biodiversity and the largest green oasis on the Northern Tropic.
Xishuangbanna: known for Dai culture, distinctive temples and tropical rainforests. A perfect destination for trekking through the jungle to remote villages.
Luang Prabang: a small gem of Southeast Asia located in northern Laos at the heart of a mountainous region, known as the spiritual and cultural capital of Laos.
Guangzhou: modern metropole that sits on the bank of the Pearl River. It used to be China's busiest trading centre, now it combines the old colonial-era heritage with the essence of modern architectural landmarks, such as Canton Tower or Zaha Hadid's Opera House.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking local guides during the activities (Day 2, 3, 4, 6, 11)
- German or French-speaking guides available at additional cost
ACCOMMODATION:
- 11 night’s accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Kunming:
Standard Hotel Category = Kunming Wenhui Hotel or similar 3*
Day 2 Pu’er:
Standard Hotel Category = James Jones Hotel or similar 3*
Day 3-4 Xishuangbanna:
Standard Hotel Category = Empark Grand Hotel or similar 3*
Day 5-7 Luang Prabang:
Standard Hotel Category = Villa Chitdara Hotel or similar 3*
Day 8-9 Vientiane:
Standard Hotel Category = Surestay Hotel or similar 3*
Day 10-11 Guangzhou:
Standard Hotel Category = Ocean Hotel or similar 3*
MEALS:
- 11 Breakfasts
- 5 Lunches (Day 2, 3, 4, 6, 11)
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival shared transfer from Kunming Airport or train station to hotel (Day 1)
- Shared air-conditioned transfers throughout the tour
- Fast trains in 2nd class: Kunming - Pu’er (Day 2), Xishuangbanna - Luang Prabang (Day 5), Luang Prabang - Vientiane (Day 8)
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Nakeli village visit and hike (Day 2); Nannuo Mountain hike and village of Dai minority (Day 3); Tropical Botanical Garden, Manting Park, General Buddhist Temple and Gaozhuang night market visit (Day 4); full-day Luang Prabang tour (Day 6)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet on day 1
Excluded
- International or domestic flights
- Flight from Vientiane to Guangzhou on Day 10
- Departure transfer in Guangzhou Day 12
- Visa fees
- Travel Insurance
- Meals except those mentioned in the inclusions section
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Optional tours
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is best suited to travel in the warm months and warm clothing in the colder months in China. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.