201: An Exploration of China’s Cultures, Histories and Landscapes

For the intrepid traveler yearning to transcend the familiar. Venture off the beaten path and experience the diverse culture of China firsthand, perhaps trekking through grandiose mountains and rivers or navigating the bustling markets. Direct observation and meaningful human connections reveal the soul of China, fostering a genuine understanding.
 
Breakout Specialization Module: Ancient Trade Routes
For millennia, China was connected to itself and the world beyond by ancient trails. Thisspecialized module provides you a chance to retrace the footsteps of traders on the Silk Roadand other legendary routes, connect with people and cultures along the road, and experiencethe exchange of goods, ideas, and beliefs that have profoundly shaped the nation we know today.
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GUDAO (Beijing Ancient Trail): Hiking the Jingxi Route, from Beijing toward Mongolia

2 Days
Discover a hidden side of Beijing through its ancient trails, which have shaped the city’s history for thousands of years. While modern highways now dominate, the rugged Western Mountains still hold the secrets of winding […]
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GUDAO (Yunnan Ancient Trail): Hiking the Missionary Trail Across Biluo Snow Mountain

7 Days
Located in the southeastern Tibetan Plateau, the Lancang (Mekong), Jinsha (Yangtze), and Nu (Salween) Rivers—three of Asia’s mightiest waterways—flow side by side, carving through some of the planet’s most dramatic landscapes. Towering above are the […]
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GUDAO (Yunnan Ancient Trail): Hiking the Legendary Tiger Leaping Gorge

6 Days
Embark on a legendary adventure deep into Yunnan, conquering Asia's most dramatic gorge: the legendary Tiger Leaping Gorge. Here, the raging Jinsha River carves its path between the majestic Yulong and Haba Snow Mountains, offering […]
Kaiyuan Temple in the old town of Quzhou

Zayton Rediscovered: A Weekend in Historic Quanzhou

3 Days
Embark on a voyage of legend and philosophy in the place where faraway lands meet, at the entrance of the ancient Maritime Silk Road: Quanzhou.
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