Yunnan is definitely one of the most ethnically fascinating and scenically stunning provinces in all of China.
Home to 25 of China's minority groups and over half of all China's plant and animal species - it is easy to understand why Yunnan is highly favored by all kinds of travelers.
Our adventure tour will take you to the extraordinary natural wonder at Jade Dragon Mountain and Tiger Leaping Gorge-the third deepest gorge in the world with it's towering walls and dramatic beauty, meander along the majestic Yangzi River.
Traverse the Yangtze river valley and ride some never-been-ridden trails in northwestern Yunnan to Stone Village.
On this tour you will discover the matriarchy society of the Mosuo People and the historical city of Lijiang.
Day 1 Lijiang (2400m)
Arrive in Lijiang, check in the hotel prebooked by Ridechina. We suggest you manage to arrive earlier to visit this UNESCO world heritage town. We meet at 18:00 for a group dinner.
Day 2 Lijiang - Lugu Lake
Meet your bikes and ride to Lugu Lake, lugu lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in China where the Mosuo ethnic people live. They are still live in a matriarchal society. (Ride 227 KM)
Day 3 Lugu lake - Stone village
We will ride from Lugu Lake to the Yangtse Valley and wind our way to Stone Village. Very scenic riding on cobble stones roads. (Ride 160KM)
Day 4 Stone Village - Tiger Leaping Gorge
We will ride to Yangtse and ferry the river. The boat trip will take us and the bikes across the Yangtse. Ride to Haba Village under Haba snow Mountain. (Ride 130KM)
Day 5 Tiger Leaping - Lijiang
Ride through the third deepest gorge in the world, we ride to Lijiang via Longpan and cross the Jade Dragon Mountain. Return to Lijiang we celebrate this great adventure. (Ride 130km)
Day 6 Lijiang
Trip ends after breakfast.
Oct. 30 (Sunday) - Nov. 04 (Friday), 2022
Apr. 09 (Sunday) - Apr. 142 (Friday), 2023
Oct. 29 (Sunday) - Nov. 03 (Friday), 2023
Tour Prices in USD
500cc ADV Tour Bike: $1280/person 6+ riders
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3 - 5 riders +$200/person to advertised price
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2 - 2 riders +$300/person to advertised price
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1 rider +$1000/person to advertised price
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Singleroom Supplement: $200/person
Pillion Rider: $680/person
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE:
All breakfasts and dinners
Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage
Fuel for motorcycles
Motorcycle pannier boxes for your luggage
All overnights in hotels twin sharing
Third party liability insurance for motorcycles
Entry fee to parks and monasteries, old towns
Tour guide on motorcycle
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
Lunches and bottled drinks
All services not mentioned
Tipping or gratuities to guides and drivers
Mandatory international travel insurance
Excursions other than those specified in trips
Extra cost if tour is delayed or changed
Additional SUPPORT VEHICLE cost at 1000USD
"Spectacular trip through Yunnan with professional guides" We spent 6 days on the bikes with Jah and his team and had the chance to visit one of the most beautiful landscapes in China. Everything was well taken care of !"
Thomas and friends - Singapore
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Jah was an excellent guide. We covered over 1000 kms in our week-long, custom motorcycle trip through Dali, Sha-Xi, Bao Shan, Shangri-La and Lijiang. Brand new BMW hybrid bikes, great hotels and restaurants, beautiful weather. Could not have been a better trip!
Geoff & Fab - USA