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Beijing to Bangkok, 56 Days

Challenge:: Adventure
Destination:: *China, Asia Combos
Departure Dates From:: 17/09/2010
Duration:: 8 weeks
Kitty:: £ 0

Further Dates Available - 2/3 Departures per month

From the centre of the Middle Kingdom to the thriving heart of Thailand, this is an enormous, exciting overland journey that will captivate you with contrasts. Don't be surprised to find modern streets buzzing with the latest cars and skylines studded with gleaming skyscrapers in China, while hutongs still abound with ancient traditions and the imperial sights remain as they were centuries ago. In Indochina down south, you'll see swarms of motorbikes buzzing past colonial buildings and age-old temples. With plenty of time to discover each destination on your own, in no time at all, you'll be lost in the riot of colour, the smorgasbord of culinary delights and the charming array of cultures as we travel from Beijing to Bangkok, staying in traditional homestays, trekking through amazing mountain scenery and taking well-deserved beach breaks in between.

Climb the amazing Great Wall of China, Explore Xi'an's exotic Muslim Quarter, Hit the stylish shops of Shanghai, Trek into the homelands of Vietnam's hilltribes, Cruise past the stunning karsts of Halong Bay, Discover French flavours in Hanoi, Experience beachside bliss in Nha Trang, Crawl into a Cu Chi Tunnel, Discover Cambodia's tumultuous history, Enjoy Khmer hospitality at a rural homestay, Be awed by the ruins of Angkor, Get busy in bustling Bangkok.

Days 1-3 Beijing

Discover the imperial heart of Beijing.

Days 4-5 Great Wall

Enjoy sweeping views on a hike along the wall.

Days 6-8 Xi'an

Eat some exotic street food or check out the Terracotta Warriors.

Days 9-11 Shanghai

Stroll the elegant Bund or gaze up at the space-age skyscrapers of Pudong.

Days 12-15 Yangshuo

Try t'ai chi, learn some Chinese or cruise down the Li River before cycling into the countryside.

Days 16-18 Longji Terraces

Stay in a local village and trek up into the hills to explore the extensive rice terraces of the Longji Valley.

Days 19-20 Hong Kong

Seek out serene temples and secluded beaches amongst the glittering shopping malls and markets of busy Hong Kong.

Days 21-24 Guiyang/Kaili

Travel to Kaili, the centre of a region dotted with minority villages. Discover Miao culture, from their colourful local dress to their traditional architecture. Explor the countryside marked with waterfalls, rice paddies and lush vegetation.