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Tiger Leaping Gorge Overview

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      USD $1,232
      CAD $1,177
      AUD $1,134
      EUR €824
      GBP £709
      NZD $1,449
      ZAR R9,396
      CHF FR1,011
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Trip Validity

  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Visit China's Tiger Leaping Gorge on a trip from Kunming.

Be challenged by this active trip through Yunnan province and the spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge. This is one of Asia's finest geological wonders and hiking high above the Yangzi River is the best way to experience its awe. Snow-capped peaks, narrow winding trails and sublime views await those who make it to this part of China. Time spent in the chilled-out towns of Dali, Shaxi and Lijiang provide a relaxing contrast to the strenuous hike and a fantastic chance to meet the local people.

  • Trek to the hillside monastery of Shibao Shan
  • Explore China's countryside in Zhongdian
  • Hike the stunning Tiger Leaping Gorge
  • Bag a bargain in Kunming
  • Relax in China's picturesque Dali
  • Soak up the village atmosphere of Shaxi
  • Stroll Lijiang's atmospheric old quarter

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Tiger Leaping Gorge Summary

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Day 1 Kunming

A laidback city to visit, Kunming is the capital of Yunnan Province and is known as 'the city of eternal spring' due to its temperate climate.

Days 2-3 Dali

Dali has a relaxed atmosphere that is enhanced by its spectacular surroundings - snow-capped mountains on one side and the vast Erhai Lake on the other.

Days 4-5 Shaxi

A charming historical market town, Shaxi retains its old-world feel and has none of the mass-tourist feel that plagues many other places in China.

Days 6-7 Shangri-La (Zhongdian)

Renamed Shangri-La to promote tourism, Zhongdian is a lovely town with rugged scenery and a strong Tibetan culture evident.

Days 8-9 Tiger Leaping Gorge

Sixteen kilometres long and rising up to 3,900 m above the waters of the Yangzi River, Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest gorges in the world.

Days 10-11 Lijiang

Set among stunning mountain scenery, World Heritage-listed Lijiang is home to old-world China and the local Naxi people - a matrilineal society descended from Tibetan nomads.

Days 12-13 Kunming

Although Kunming is a large city, a relaxed vibe still exists and there is plenty of culture and traditional sites to be found among the increasingly modern landscape.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Kunming, China

  • Finish:

    Kunming, China

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    No meals included

  • Accommodation:

    Guesthouse (6 nts), Hostel (2 nts), Hotel (3 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

  • Transport:

    Bus, Minivan, Overnight sleeper train, Private Bus, Public bus, Taxi, Train

  • Included activities:

    Informal Chinese language lesson, Tiger Leaping Gorge - guided trek

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    1033kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    1. Please provide Intrepid or your booking agent with a scanned copy of the personal details page from your passport at time of booking.
    2. A Single Supplement is available on this trip. Please see trip notes for further details

  • Total price from

    USD $1,232
    CAD $1,177
    AUD $1,134
    EUR €824
    GBP £709
    NZD $1,449
    ZAR R9,396
    CHF FR1,011
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  • Per day from:

    USD $94
    CAD $90
    AUD $87
    EUR €63
    GBP £54
    NZD $111
    ZAR R722
    CHF FR77
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    • 4.76 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,232
      CAD $1,177
      AUD $1,134
      EUR €824
      GBP £709
      NZD $1,449
      ZAR R9,396
      CHF FR1,011
      *
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