For those planning a trip to Yunnan, I’d like to share a brief overview of the history of Yunnan. Understanding its past will help you better grasp its idiosyncrasies, rich cultural diversity, and the influences that have shaped this fascinating…
During one of my many trips to Lijiang, I took a couple of days to go trekking at Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡), which turned out to be the most breathtaking experience I’ve had in China so far. Tiger Leaping Gorge…
Join our 13-day trip to Yunnan and Sichuan, a spectacular route that crosses ancient cities, Tibetan villages, and the most impressive alpine landscapes of Southwest China. From the cobblestone streets of the ancient cities of Dali and Lijiang in Yunnan…
Come with us on a Yunnan tour in China and discover one of the most surprising, authentic, and least crowded regions of the country. During this 13-day organized trip to Yunnan, we will explore breathtaking landscapes, ancient rice terraces, traditional…
Here is a list of the best of Yunnan; the essential places to visit if you are planning a trip to Yunnan. Yunnan is a province in southwestern China that is known to be the most diverse in the whole…
If you are thinking about going to work as an English teacher in China, you are wondering what it must be like and what requirements are needed; here I am going to tell you a little about my experience during…
I went on a trip to Sichuan to see the province just north of Yunnan, where I have lived for years, working as an English teacher in Kunming. Western Sichuan (四川) not only borders Tibet, but is an area that…
Would you like to discover the most authentic side of China, far from conventional tourist routes? This Organized Trip Through China, visiting Yunnan, Guilin, and Beijing, is perfect for you. We’ve designed an itinerary that blends dreamlike landscapes, ancient culture,…
This 15-day alternative trip to China is designed for those who want to visit the stunning and impressive Avatar Mountains (Zhangjiajie). In addition to: Moreover, with this alternative route, we aim to avoid the typical China trip to: Beijing, Shanghai,…
Traveling to China is a truly unique experience, but the language, culture, and certain tech restrictions can definitely be a challenge. If you don’t prepare properly before your trip to China, you might arrive and suddenly realize that many of…
400 years old, Wengding is reputed to be the best-preserved village in all of China. After the Monihei festival, we went to Wengding (翁丁村), the village that has the privilege of being the best preserved Wa village in China and…
During my stay in Yunnan (China), I crossed the land border between China and Vietnam, passing through Hekou (Yunnan, China) and Lao Cai (Vietnam). It had been five years since my first visit to Vietnam, and I was eager to…
