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China, 56 days Beijing to Bangkok
- Challenge:
- Adventure
- Destination:
- *China
- Departure Dates From:
- 18/07/2008
- Duration:
- 8 weeks
- Kitty:
- £ 0
56 Days Beijing to Bangkok
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.
These trips depart two or three times per month. The trip costs £1305, with a local payment of $1150usd, this should be paid on the first day of your trip locally.
Days 1-3 Beijing
Discover the imperial heart of Beijing.
Days 4-5 Great Wall
Hike along a remote section of the Great 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
Experience the customs and cultures of the Miao people, their colourful local dress and traditional architecture. Discover the countryside around Kaili, marked with waterfalls, rice paddies and traditional villages.
Days 25-26 Kunming
Hit the streets in modern Kunming, perhaps taking a walk through the bird and flower markets.
Days 27-29 Sapa
Trek into the homelands of the colourful H'mong, Tay and Dao people.
Days 30-31 Hanoi
Try a Vietnamese coffee to energise your Old Quarter explorations.
Day 32 Halong Bay/Cat Ba Island
Drift over the emerald waters of Halong Bay and soak up the dramatic karst scenery.
Days 33-34 Hanoi
Restaurant-hop in this city of cheap eats.
Days 35-37 Hue
Take a boat trip or cycle to the Royal Tombs to discover the history of Hue.
Days 38-39 Hoi An
Cycle out into the countryside around Hoi An.
Days 40-42 Nha Trang
Windsurf, sail or scuba dive in the divine bay of Nha Trang.
Days 43-44 Ho Chi Minh City
Imagine wartime life within the tiny tunnels of Cu Chi.
Day 45 Phnom Penh
Delve into Cambodia's tumultuous history in the capital.
Day 46 Homestay
Enjoy traditional Khmer warmth and hospitality at a village homestay.
Days 47-49 Sihanoukville
Splash and sunbake on Serendipity or Occheuteal Beach.
Day 50 Phnom Penh
Pick up a woodcarving from Psar Thmei or indulge in a soothing massage.
Day 51 Kampong Cham
Capture rural scenes on camera or climb the hilltop pagoda of Wat Hanchey.
Days 52-54 Siem Reap/Angkor Wat
Don't miss the magical ruins of Angkor Wat.
Days 55-56 Bangkok
Tuck into a final farewell feast.
Further details are available on request
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