- “Lost Horizon”: This is the place of Shangri-La that mentioned in the book, visit the French mission church built here about a century ago and, if available, join the mass.
- Naxi blessing: Naxi is an ethnic minority with its own traditions; you receive a unique blessing ceremony, learn to write Naxi characters and learn about their customs;
- Tibetan family visit: visit a local family, indulge in their cuisine and learn about authentic Tibetan lifestyle；
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Destination
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Trip duration
8 days, 7 nights
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Min/Max travelers
Min. 8 | Max. 16
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Transport
Bus
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Accommodation
Hotel
We will not take the traditional route on this trip. On the contrary, we will deeply feel the humanity of Yunnan and the beautiful scenery visited by fewer people. We will stay in the luxury boutique hotel here, learn the intangible heritage by your hand, taste Yunnan’s famous restaurant and authentic flavor, and treat your intestines and stomach well after the epidemic. If you are going to Yunnan for the first time, we can extend your trip and arrange some other classic Yunnan experiences to make you feel Yunnan in many aspects.
- World Gene bank: The “Three Parallel Rivers” area contains the one of the highest numbers of biological species and is therefore also known as the world gene pool. Walk into nature and feel the rich flora and fauna here;
- Meet the Yunnan golden monkey: Face-off with the endangered monkey in the specially designated natural reserve;
- Delicious Yunnan Cuisine: Yunnan’s delicious food is well-known in China and you will have chance to experience the authentic food that local people are proud of；
Yunnan, China
Day 1
Arrive Lijiang
You will be met by your local guide in the Lijiang Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to Baisha Old town. The highlight in the afternoon is to pay a visit to local distinguished Dongba, the religious leader of local village, who will give you a local blessing ritual and teach you how to write traditional Dongba character. Dinner will be arranged in a local famous restaurant to taste the authentic Naxi flavor.
Food
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Accommodation
4 star hotel
Day 2
Lijiang - Tacheng
After breakfast, depart for Tacheng passing the First Bend of the Yangtze River and visiting Shi Gu Village on the way.Stop off for lunch at a local restaurant or opt for a lunch box.
Afterwards, continue the drive along the Yangtze River valley until arriving in Tacheng later in the afternoon. Once checked in, relax and explore the beautiful rice and flower fields surrounding the ancient village (2-hour drive). Dinner at the lodge.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
Boutique hotel
Day 3
TACHENG
After breakfast, you will visit Yunnan Golden Monkey National Park and wander around the nature reserve for about two hours. In the afternoon you will visit Hada Village, where you willl learn how to make soy milk and tofu with a local family in their courtyard. Dinner will be used at the lodge.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
Boutique hotel
Day 4
Tacheng - Cizhong - Meili
After breakfast, you will be four-hour drive to Cizhong along the scenic upper Mekong River (4-hour drive) explore the nearby Catholic Church.. Lunch will be at a local restaurant or with a lunch box.
Then you will be spent on the way to Meili with a short stop at Qudengge, where local people get the “key” to worship Mt. Kawagebo (1.5-hour drive). Check in upon arrival and enjoy Dinner at the lodge.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
Boutique hotel
Day 5
Meili - Benzilan
Today, you get up early to visit a local temple and enjoy the sunrise, locally known as the Sunrise over the golden mountain. After breakfast, a full day hike is arranged in the valley of snow mountain natural reserve. This area is also called as the world gene bank, and you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the pasture, the snow mountains, untouched villages and beautiful landscape. This hiking route will pass three pastures, however if desired you can shorten the hike according to your condition. Lunch is arranged at the reserve station.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
Boutique hotel
Day 6
Benzilan - Shangri-la
After breakfast, head to Benzilan, where you will pay a visit to a Nixi Village. During the drive of about 2.5 hours, you might notice the dry air weather caused by altitude differences. Afterwards, the ride continues to Shangri-La, with a break at a wetland, where can observe the wetland, together with villages, farmlands, cattle and horses far away, making for a splendid view. After reaching Shangri-La, you will pay a visit to a Tibetan family, go into their house, try their homemade dishes, and dress in their traditional ethnic costumes and immerse in the Tibetan life.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
4 star hotel
Day 7
Shangri-la
After breakfast, you will visit Pudacuo National Park. The Park is the World Natural Heritage Center that belongs to this area of the Three Parallel Rivers". During the afternoon enjoy your time at Napa Lake, a wetland that attracts many migrant birds to spend the winter. Kicking-off your bike tour at the flat ride around the lake.
Food
B/L/D
Accommodation
4 star hotel
Day 8
Depart Shangri-la
After breakfast, you will visit Ganden Sumtseling Monastery. It is the biggest temple that belongs to the buddhist tradition of the Yellow Lama. Lunch will be used here and then we will transfer you to the airport of Shangri-La. Our service ends here but if you would be up for staying a bit longer, you can add an extension of one of our other great Yunnan itineraries!
Food
B/L/-
The Three Parallel Rivers area of Yunnan encompass a majestic land hemmed in by the mighty Yangtze, the free-flowing Mekong, and the wild Salween.
The Three Parallel Rivers area of Yunnan encompass a majestic land hemmed in by the mighty Yangtze, the free-flowing Mekong, and the wild Salween.
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- Accommodation with meals as indicated in the programme
- Meals as described in program, (Meal Symbols: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner)
- Transfers, tours by A/C vehicle and entrance fees as indicated with services of an English-speaking guide in each city
- Expert explanation: specially arranged expert explanation on ancient paper making and intangible cultural heritage;
- Insurance: travel agency liability insurance and overseas personal travel accident insurance;
Not Included
- Ticket(s) for international and domestic flights / trains
- Drinks (soda, mineral water, local beer) with the meals
- Single supplement
- Tips for Extended Accommodation: If VIP needs to extend their stay, they have to pay for additional hotel, transportation, tour guide and other expenses. vices of local guides and drivers
- Excess baggage fee: the cost of keeping luggage and checked baggage exceeds the prescribed excess weight fee (subject to the specific requirements of the airline);
- Expenditures of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc.
- Wifi fee: International roaming fee or mobile WIFI is not included in the itinerary. If the guest needs it, we can assist in handling it.
- Overtime fee: drivers and tour guides work 10 hours a day, and overtime pay for drivers and tour guides shall be paid separately beyond the working hours.
- Other tours & meals than mentioned in the program
- Any personal expenses.
Payment and Cancellations
- Deposit: 25% of total pacakage to confirm the booking.
- Full payment is due 4 weeks before departure. We reserve the right to release all services in case of payment overdue
- Cancellation policy:
•Between 60 and 30 days prior to arrival : 25% of total amount
•Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival : 50% of total amount
•Less than 15 days : 100% of total amount
Important notes
Few important details to frame the experience:
- Because some people can't imagine going on a trip without their own beloved bicycle, we do not provide them as part of this tour. However, you are able to hire bikes locally for the price listed on the tour pricing section.
- Please note that the itinerary and the order of the visits as described above is subject to change depending on local conditions
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on the confirmed flights, road conditions, and rooms availability. We reserve the right to replace above hotels by other hotels of similar or superior category
- Peak season supplements may apply during trade fair, public holiday or special events
- Prices are subject to change in case of VAT or other tax increases
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Shangri-La and the Three Parallel Rivers – Discover Mysterious Yunnan
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Destination
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Trip duration
8 days, 7 nights
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Min/Max travelers
Min. 8 | Max. 16
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Transport
Bus
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Accommodation
Hotel
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A TRAILS CHINA / DAOCHENG
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SERVICES
Local English speaking guides are accompanying tours and transfers in each destination. German, French, Italian, Spanish and Russian and Chinese speaking guides are available on request in major cities and subject to confirmation.
DELIVERY FEES
A delivery fee will be charged according to the distance traveled, if any train tickets are required to be delivered to clients’ hotel.
PAYMENT
Full pre-payment by bank transfer is required 30 days before the commencement of services.
Our bank account details are:
Bank Name: Bank of China Beijing JianGuoMen Wai Sub-Branch
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Account Name：ATC TRAVEL SERVICES (BEIJING) LTD.
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CHILD POLICY
For children aged between 2 and 11 years following rates will apply:
- Child in shared adults’ room with extra bed will pay 80% of the total package price
A maximum of two children per party is granted such a discount. Besides this general policy, specific conditions may apply case by case.
CANCELLATIONS
For cancellation of confirmed reservations, following general cancellation charges apply :
- Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival : 20% of the total amount
- Between 15 and 7 days prior to arrival : 50% of the total amount
- Less than 7 days prior to arrival : 100% of the total amount.
Special conditions apply for cruises, beach resorts as well as for some of the boutique and landmark hotels. Expeditions and specific products may have different conditions.
Domestic and international air tickets are non-refundable once issued. You are obliged to pay full airfare (inclusive of any tax and fuel surcharge) of any cancelled tickets based on the contract rate.
PROGRAM CHANGES
We reserve the right to re-arrange the order of any tour program, to cancel or substitute elements of any tour itinerary without notice, when local conditions require such changes. All itineraries depending on domestic flight confirmations are subject to changes.
Any increase in taxes or fuel surcharges imposed by the authorities will be advised as soon as we are informed of them, and they will be added to the invoice.
Flight and train details mentioned in our itineraries are for indicative purposes only.
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COMPLAINTS AND IRREGULARITIES
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FORCE MAJEURE
During the term of this agreement, neither party shall be in default of its obligations to the extent that its performance is delayed or prevented by causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, bankruptcy of a vendor, strikes and other labor disturbances, acts of war, or civil disturbances, or other equivalent or comparable events.
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We act as an intermediary between the concerned airlines, hotels, all transport operators and local tourist offices providing the services. The Company is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside the touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural and disaster, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Programs and prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of printing and are therefore subject to change without advance notice before or during the tour. Acknowledgment and confirmation of the above-mentioned conditions is active, once clients participate in one of the provided services via us. The itinerary of the excursion, package and/or tour cannot be altered or changed without prior permission from us. We cannot be held liable if you amend the excursion and its content in your brochures or give wrong descriptions to clients that are travelling.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING AUTONOMOUS REGIONS IN CHINA
The Company is not responsible for any last-minute closure of specific regions or tourism sites caused by decisions taken by local or national authorities to restrict access hereto. We will provide alternative itineraries where necessary and reduce cancellation fees to a minimum, however, such imposed closures are beyond our control and constitute a case of force majeure.
The areas concerned include but are not restricted to : The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Tibet Autonomous Region, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, minority regions in Qinghai and Gansu provinces.
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Travel breaks down borders and brings people together: The nearly 900 million people who travel every year make the sector one of the biggest in the world, a major employer and a key element in the global economy. But this has its downside, too: increasing pollutant emissions from the tourist traffic, loss of coastlines and other landscapes through excessive building development and sexual exploitation of children are just some of the negative consequences of the growth in global tourist travel. In order to minimize the negative impacts and enhance the positive ones, our Corporate Responsibility Strategy focuses on four prime issues:
- We increase efforts to ensure that children and adolescents in tourist areas are protected against sexual exploitation, one of the worst forms of abuse of young people today.
- We promote fair working conditions and sensibly service provider partners to social and environmental concerns.
- The supply and saving of clean water is a further key issue.
- We develop our own projects to meet the growing threat posed by climate change. Indeed, helping counter the adverse effects of global warming is one of the biggest challenges faced by the world tourist.