Shanghai, Yunnan & Laos Discovery - 12 days

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12 daysDuration

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28 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Shanghai, China

Vientiane, Laos

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Highlights

Shanghai - Take in the best of the city old and new, including the French Concession, the Bund and the Shanghai Museum

Kunming - Enjoy a free evening to head out and explore the lesser-visited capital of Yunnan Province

Pu'er - Explore this rural area at the heart of the Chinese tea trade with hiking and an included tea-making experience

Xishuangbanna - Visit the tropical botanical gardens and see highlights of this Dai minority city, including the Buddhist Temple

Luang Prabang - Spend free time exploring this temple-strewn city and enjoy included sightseeing to the morning market, National Museum and more

Vientiane - End your journey in the Laotian capital with two free nights to explore at your own pace

Itinerary

Venture off the beaten path through Asia with the “Shanghai, Yunnan & Laos Discovery” tour, a 12-day journey tailored for experienced and senior travelers. Begin in Shanghai with visits to the Bund and French Concession, then fly to Yunnan to explore Pu’er and Xishuangbanna’s lush landscapes. Enjoy hiking, meet the minority Dai people, and participate in a tea-making experience before crossing into Laos for guided sightseeing in Luang Prabang and free time in Vientiane. This tour’s unique appeal lies in its access to lesser-visited regions and hands-on cultural activities, making it a standout choice for those seeking an authentic exploration.

day 1Welcome to Shanghai

Arriving in Shanghai, you will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, or head out and start exploring the city.

OverNight

Shanghai

day 2Shanghai sightseeing

day 3Shanghai to Kunming

day 4The Tea-Horse Road

day 5Xishuangbanna

day 6Tropical Botanical Garden & Xishuangbanna sightseeing

day 7China to Laos

day 8Luang Prabang sightseeing

day 9Luang Prabang at leisure

days 10-11Vientiane

day 12Vientiane

What's Included

Accommodation

11 nights 3-star hotelsTransfer from hotel to Shanghai airport and transfer from Kunming airport to the hotel on day 3

Meals

11 breakfasts & 5 lunches

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 12

Guide

Services of an experienced English speaking tour guide for included sightseeing in Shanghai, Pu'er, Xishuangbanna & Luang Prabang

Others

Local transfers in private vehicles as per the itinerary3 Rapid trains Kunming-Pu’er, Xishuangbanna-Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang-Vientiane in second classEconomy class flight Shanghai - KunmingNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

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Entrance fees as per the itinerary

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