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You are invited to: Shennvhu Summer Ride 2D appox. 154.7-231.7 km with hill roads Highlights Beautiful lakes surrounded by small forests Tianmuhu & Shennvhu Liyang No. 1 road, Rianbow road Well selected hotel & the delicious local cuisine Hot spring Outdoor and indoor cycling training provided for safety and bike knowledge Experienced cycling tour leaders during the entire trip Cycling routes are suitable for both advanced riders and the beginners Cycling route and itinerary D1. May 11 Sat. Shanghai-Liyang-Tianmuhu (D) 07:00 Meet & greet, add. Giant Store, No. 1475 Changning Lu 07:30 Departure Approx. 3-3.5 hours’ drive incl. 1 stop on highway, 5-10 min. break 11:00 Hotel check in if room available, lunch on your own 13:00 Bike fitting & warm up Mineral water, Pocari Sweat, Snickers bar & banana will be provided Stage 1 Bike around Tianmuhu approx 38.5*1-3 KM 18:00 Dinner at local or hotel restaurant D2. May 12 Sun. Tianmuhu-Shennvhu-Shanghai (B/L) 08:30 Breakfast & check out Stage 2 Bike Liyang No. 1 road & Shennv lake approx 116.2 KM 13:30 Lunch at the local restaurant 14:30 transfer back to Shanghai, 245 km. approx. 3.5 hours 18.30 arr. Giant Store Changning Cost CNY 2100 p.p. twin or triple sharing CNY 2700 p.p. single room *12-20 persons, single room would be charged if no one sharing What’s Included: May 11-12 Escort bus: Shanghai-Liyang-Shanghai May 11-12: Escort bicycle van during the ride Cycling tour leaders Bike transportation (Shanghai-Liyang-Shanghai)*please deliver your bike to Giant Store， No. 1475 Chang Ning Lu, 1 or 2 days before departure. Contact person: Mr. Zhang Zhen Mineral water, banana, SNICKERS Bar, first Aid kit, air pump Hotel accommodation twin or single or family room 1 night incl. breakfast(s） Hotel hot spring ticket May 11 group dinner at the local restaurant Mar 12 group lunch at the local […]
It’s time for China – the home to one quarter of the World’s people, and one of the richest and longest continuous civilizations in history. China offers endless diversity of archaeological treasures, architectural masterpieces, stunning landscapes and the inexhaustible variety of its people. Any visit to China will be an unforgettable experience! Destinations: Shanghai-Xian-Beijing Tour Highlights | Time for China – Visit super tall skyscrapers – The architecture along the bund, a “world architectural fair” – Walk in the former French Concession – Water Town Zhujiaojiao – Terracotta Warriors in Xian, the historical & cultural heritage by UNESCO – Experience the CRH China Railway High-speed – Great Wall Hiking, life time experience and No. 1 of the Seven Wonders of the World – Angsana hot spring resort – Mutianyu Great Wall slide – Visit Forbidden city, admire the world’s largest imperial palace complex – Look Chairman Mao in the eye at his giant portrait by Tiananmen Square – Chinese delicious cuisine Brief Itinerary | Time for China Day 1 Shanghai arrival, 2 nights (no meals incl.) Day 2 Shanghai city tour, free (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 3 Zhujiaojiao ancient water town, fly to Xian, 2 nights (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 4 Terra-cotta Warriors excursion (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 5 Xian city tour, 1st class […]
Explore the beautiful town of Luang Prabang while one of their exquisite annual events is ongoing: Laos Boat Racing Festival! Get to see locals race in their traditional hand-carved boats made of just one tree. The local boat racers have practiced months to try and beat their opponents, and bring victory for the spiritual dragon Nagas, which helps to protect the beautiful country of Laos. Laos Boat Racing Festival Highlights: – Athletic locals racing in traditional hand-carved boats – The annual event of Haw Khao Padap Din, where locals visit local temples perform prayers and other rituals – Royao Temple, Palace and museum sightseeing – Climb to the top of Mount Phousi – Fantastic views of the Mekong river – Explore the bountiful night market – Splash around in the turquoise water of Khuang Si waterfall-Participate rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offering of Alms Tour Details | Laos Boat Racing Festival Day1 Aug 27 Tue. Luang Prabang arrival (no meals incl.) Upon arrival, you will be met our local guide upon arrival and drive a short distance to the hotel. Overnight at Luang Prabang Villa Maly Boutique Hotel for 4 nights. Day2 Aug 28 Wed. Half day city tour and Khuang Si Waterfall […]
The Lhasa Shoton Festival is one of the most popular traditional festivals in Tibet. On the first day, a 500m2 Buddha painting (Thangka) will be unveiled, indicating the start of the Shoton Festival. Along with the the Tibetan operas and yoghurt eating, a lot of other activities take place such as yak racing, horse racing and dancing. Tour Highlights | Lhasa Shoton Festival – Colourfully dressed up locals – Magical parades and traditions – Beautifully decorated streets, temples and monasteries – Delicious traditional Tibetan yoghurt – Near spiritual experience and first hand experience on buddhist religion and tradition – Uniquely designed buddhist temples, monasteries and palaces Tour Details | Lhasa Shoton Festival Day 1 Aug 09 Fri Arrive in Lhasa, city exploration Arrive in Lhasa (3700 m), half day city exploration Stay at Four Points by Sheraton Lhasa Hotel Day 2 Aug 10 Sat Lhasa city exploration (Breakfast) Lhasa city exploration, Potala Palace and Sera Monastery Day 3 Aug 11 Sun Lhasa Shonton Festival (Breakfast) Lhasa Shoton Festival, Drepung monastery and Norbulingka Day 4 Aug 12 Mon Lhasa departure (Breakfast) Visit the Jokhang monastery in the morning, departure Cost CNY 3980 per person twin or triple sharing CNY 5300 per person, single room based on a minimum of 6 pax What’s Included: – […]
This Bali Galungan Festival will show you the Balinese tradition of Galungan. The festival is the beginning of the most important recurring religious ceremonies in Bali. It marks when the spirits of deceased relatives return to visit their former homes, so the current inhabitants have a responsibility to be hospitable through prayers and offerings. As one of the most famous island of Indonesia, Bali is magical with spectacular mountain scenery, enchanting culture, beautiful beaches, dynamic dances and music. Tour Highlights | Bali Galungan Festival – Most important Balinese event – the magical Galungan Festival – Tall bamboo poles beautifully decorated on the right side of every house entrance (‘penjor’) – Beautifully dressed up locals in their traditional clothing – Locals attending temple ceremonies with offerings, blessings & rituals – Taste the delicious traditional rice cakes served for the festivities, among other distinct Balinese cuisine – Cleanse and balance your inner & outer energy with the locals – Explore the exquisite Balinese architecture and visit intricate temples – Traditional dance performances like ‘Kecak’ – Rejuvenating Balinese massage Tour Details | Bali Galungan Festival Day 1 July 22 Arrival Denpasar – Ubud (Dinner) Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, be met by […]
Practice the Wudang Taichi Nine Forms; Learn the Wudang Taoist Meditation; Experience the Wudang Sword, Wudang Bagua Palm & Taiyi Five Elements Boxing; Discover the beauty of the Mount Wudang. Tour Highlights | Wudang Taichi Adventure – Taoist Holy Mountain, where Tai Chi was originally created – An architectural marvel of the ancient and current world. All buildings were built with a strict Taoistic view, which was that everything had to be a part of nature and in balance, so everything is skilfully built around the nature to not obstruct the nature – Meet the Taichi master, senior Taoist priest Lingyun and visit his residence – Practise the Wudang Taichi Nine Forms – Learn the Wudang Taoist Meditation BaDuanJin – Experience the Wudang Sword, Wudang Bagua Palm & Taiyi Five Elements Boxing – Hike the Mount Wudang, 8 km approx. 5-6 hours in total – Taoist cuisine & Wudang Vegetarian dish Tour Details | Wudang Taichi Adventure Day 1, June 07, Friday, Shanghai-Shiyan by flights, drive to Mt. Wudang (Dinner) Shanghai PVG – Shiyan (Mount Wudang) by flight 9C8723 15:55-18:30 18:30 Meet & greet & transfer 20:30 hotel check in and dinner Stay at Tai Chi Hotel Day 2, June 08, Saturday, Mount Wudang (Breakfast, Dinner) Hotel breakfast 1.5 hours morning exercises, […]
China has closed the Base Camp on its side of Mount Everest to visitors who don’t have climbing permits. Authorities have resorted to the unusual move to deal with the mounting waste problem at the site. We hope the beautiful site will be opened up in the near future, with an improved trash system and a new respect for the majestic mountain from visitors. However, you can still come very close to the Base Camp, from the Rongbuk Monastery (5,150 meters above sea level) to have magnificent views of Mount Everest! – we can help you embark on such adventure! Tour Highlights | Lhasa & Mount Everest Adventure -World Heritage Sites-Potala Palace, Jokhang monastery, Norbulingka Palace -Enjoy the mind-blowing Himalayas -Mount Everest, the world’s summit -Explore mysterious Tibetan Buddhism -Discover the highest monastery in the world Rongbuk Monastery -Appreciate the beauty of holy Tibetan lakes -Witness exotic Tibetan culture -Taste Tibetan, Nepali, Indian cuisine -A paradise of photography Destinations: Lhasa – Gyantse – Shigatse – Shegar – Mount Everest (Base Camp) – Tsetang Brief Itinerary | Lhasa & Mount Everest Adventure Day 1 Sep 28 Sat. Lhasa arrival (3650 m) (no meals incl.) Day 2 Sep 29 Sun. Lhasa city exploration (Breakfast) Day 3 Sep 30 […]
Many villages in Guizhou are hidden away in a forest. People’s tradition and living customs seem to change very little over the generations. Join our four days’ Guizhou Minority Adventure, discover the mysterious Miao and Dong tribes, hike amidst rice terraces and the karst Mount Yuntai, explore the Taoist Buddhist temple complex and amaze at the locals’ traditional handcrafts. Destinations: Guiyang-Zhaoxing-Basha-Tangan-Zhenyuan-Mount Yuntai-Kaili-Guiyang Brief Itinerary | Guizhou Minority Adventure Day 1 Guiyang arrival, take a high speed train to Congjiang, then drive to Zhaoxing (No meal incl.) Day 2 Zhaoxing-Tangan-Zhaoxing, rice terrace & Dong village (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 3 Drive to Zhenyuan (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 4 Explore the Mount Yuntai, drive to Guiyang (Breakfast/Lunch) Tour Details | Guizhou Minority Adventure Day 1 Guiyang arrival, take a high speed train to Congjiang, then drive to Zhaoxing (No meal incl.) Meet and greet upon arrival,Transfer to the railway station, take a high speed train 1 hour 40 min to Congjiang station.Meet and greet, transfer to Zhaoxing 15 min. Overnight in Zhaoxing Day 2 Zhaoxing-Tangan-Zhaoxing, rice terrace & Dong village (Breakfast/Lunch) Hike from Zhaoxing to Tangan Dong village (2-3 hrs), visit the Gunmen Musketeers of Basha Miao village. Evening Dong people music & dance show Overnight in Zhaoxing Day 3 Drive to […]
Visit Kunming the City of Spring and marvel at Chinas most famous natural sight, the Stone Forest of Yunnan. Enjoy a day in the ancient city Dali, where the Bai minority lives. Cruise on the Erhai Lake in Dali. Relax in the peaceful town of Lijiang and enjoy the view from the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Tour Highlights | Yunnan Classic Round Trip -The best destinations of Yunnan: Kungming, Dali, Lijiang. -Discover the natural beauty of Yunnan: Stone Forest, Erhai Lake, Lijiang -Explore the ethnic groups in Yunnan: Yi, Bai, Naxi etc. -Enjoy the real life of local people in the ancient towns and villages: Dali Old Town, -Xizhou Old Town, Zhoucheng Village, Lijiang Old Town, Baisha villages -Visit a Buddhism Chongsheng Temple and Three Pagodas -Experience high-speed train from Kunming to Dali to Lijiang Destinations: Kunming-Dali-Lijiang Brief itinerary | Yunnan Classic Round Trip Day 1 Arrive in Kunming, 1 night in Kunming (no meals) Day 2 Kunming Stone Forest excursion, D train 2 hours to Dali, 3 nights in Dali (Breakfast) Day 3 Dali exploration (Breakfast) Day 4 Dali exploration on your own (Breakfast) Day 5 D train 2.5 hours to Lijiang, Lijiang exploration, 2 nights in Lijiang (Breakfast) Day 6 Lijiang exploration (Breakfast) Day 7 Lijiang departure, trip ends (Breakfast) Tour details | Yunnan Classic Round Trip Day 1 Arrive in Kunming, 1 night in Kunming (no meals) Meet on arrival at Kunming airport. After airport formalities, meet your guide and be transferred to hotel. Serving as the capital of Yunnan, Kunming is historically and culturally renowned throughout the country. It is the center of politics, economy, culture, science and technology in Yunnan. With […]
This is an unusual hiking route. During a 2 days’ hiking tour, you will have a unique Great Wall hiking experience escorted by professional expert guide and driver. The normal hiking speed is about 2.5 kilometers per hour, but can be modified according to your physical condition. Highlights | Hike the wild Great Wall – Life time experience – No. 1 of the Seven Wonders of the world – Two days to challenge the four sections of the Great Wall – Gubeikou Great Wall: The most complete Great Wall system of the four – Jinshanling Great Wall: The most extravagant mountain line with the most beautiful observation deck and the most profound historical ruins – Mutianyu Great Wall: One of the best-preserved sections – Jiankou Great Wall: covers hundreds of years of history, non traditional but more wild – Watching the sunset on the Great Wall – Mutianyu slide Brief Itinerary | Hike the wild Great Wall Day 1 Shanghai-Beijing-Gubeikou – Jinshanling (D) Day 2 Jiankou – Mutianyu-Beijing-Shanghai (B/L) Duration: 2 days Activities Level: Moderate to difficult Hotel Accommodation: Hotel near Jiankou Transport: private air-conditioned vehicle Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner Tour details | Hike the wild Great Wall Day 1 Shanghai-Beijing-Gubeikou (Dinner) Take a high speed […]
Finland is a little-hidden gem located in the far North. While Finland might be small in size, it is big in things to discover. The air is one of the cleanest in the world and the landscapes are simply astonishing. It’s a country with thousands of lakes and forests – which are never too far away from you to explore. Do you wish to pay a visit to Santa, admire the Northern Lights or do you wish to experience the peace of the countryside & cottage life? When you think you’ve seen and experienced it all, it’s time to explore Finland. Tour Details | Winter Fairytale In Finland Day 1 Helsinki arrival, overnight at Helsinki (No meal) Upon arrival at Helsinki airport, transfer to hotel. Helsinki The capital of Finland is a compact city easily available to explore on foot. Design, architecture, culture, and shopping are all great exploration areas in Helsinki. There are no shortages of large park areas, forests & lakes, even the Helsinki coastline is brimming with numerous islands sprinkled off the coast, – There’s certainly no shortage of natural presence. Needless to say, there’s something going on in Helsinki every day of the year. Day 2 Helsinki – Rovaniemi, overnight […]
If you always wished to volunteer and find out how the Giant Panda spends its day, this is the perfect tour for you. Be as close as possible to the Pandas, take photos, prepare food for them, or help collecting behavioral data. It will be a unique experience. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to explore Dujiangyan Irrigations system and Mount Qingcheng which is amongst the most important centres of Taoism (Daoism) in China. Tour Highlights | Giant Panda Volunteer – Volunteer at Giant Panda Garden – Cook for, and interact close up with the Giant Pandas – Dujiangyan Irrigation system – Mount Qingcheng Brief Itinerary | Giant Panda Volunteer Day 1 Arrival Chengdu, half day tour to Irrigations system Dujiangyan(No meal) Day 2 Full day’s volunteer at Giant Panda Garden Dujiangyan (Breakfast/Lunch) Day 3 Explore the Mount Qingcheng, transfer to Chengdu airport (Breakfast) Duration: 3 days Activities level: Easy to moderate Accommodation: Howard Johnson Resort Chengdu 5* or similar Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle Meals: 2 hotel breakfasts, 1 lunch Price: CNY 2980 p.p. twin or triple sharing, CNY 3980 per person, single room Size of group: min. 6 persons Include: – All transfers incl. airport hotel round transfers on day 1 and day 3 […]