8 Week-Long Adventures Perfect for October Holiday
By Lauren Hogan
Still have yet to book something for National Week? Check out these upcoming package trips over the October Holiday (October 1-7).
1. Discover Yunnan
This one week getaway allows you to stay in a Tibetan-Style guesthouse, explore grasslands, lakes and some of the regions most magnificent scenery like Tiger Leaping Gorge and Mount Meili. Ground transportation, accommodation, permits and entrance tickets. Does not include flights, meals, drinks or personal expenses.
October 1-7, RMB5,499, info@travelers-society.com; WeChat: travelers-society1
2. Trek Along the Legendary Silk Road
Fly to Urumuqi and discover some of nature’s most natural scenery. Visit the exotic market in Dabazha, the famous Turpan grape yards and desert water well, and the Buddhist carvings of the Mogao Caves. On day 5, hike 10km through the Gobi desert to the famous crescent moon lake oasis before riding camels and camping in the desert with a BBQ dinner and bonfire party. Includes accommodation, ground transportation, desert camping gear, camel rides, fees and desert meals.
October 1-8, RMB7,499, info@travelers-society.com; WeChat: travelers-society1
3. Hike and Paraglide in the Himalayas
Journey to one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world to hike, paraglide and see the sights. This journey takes visitors to Nepal where they'll visit the Monkey temple in Kathmandu before hiking around the foot of the Himalayas. The rest of the trip consists primarily of hiking along different routes before eventually soaring over the beautiful scenery. Includes bus, meals, accommodation, trekking permits, entrance tickets and insurance.
October 1-7, RMB7,499, info@travelers-society.com; WeChat: travelers-society1
4. Climb Mount Sanqing
Discover rural China by hiking through bamboo forests, rafting down rivers and relaxing by a festive bonfire. This getaway includes an exploration of Qiyun Mountain, which means ‘As high as the clouds’. Travelers will also get to explore UNESCO heritage sites, Wuyuan village and Sanqing Mountain. Includes transportation, accommodation, rafting, fees, meals and insurance.
October 1-5, RMB2,980 before Sep 20, RMB3,380 before Sep 27, www.dragonadventureschina.com, WeChat: DragonAdventures
5. Qizang Valley
Hike and camp in Qizang Valley, located in the northwest of Sichuan Province in Chuanzhusi Town. The trip starts in Chengdu and takes backpackers through several areas including Kaka Valley, Changhaizi Lake, Caohai Lake and more. This trip is not recommend for beginners. Includes guides, tents, entrance fees and insurance.
October 1-7, RMB4,280 (before Sep 14), RMB4,680 (before Sep 21), www.dragonadventureschina.com, WeChat: DragonAdventures
6. Trek Tibet and Everest Base Camp
Visit Lhasa, the highest city in the world and spend the night at Everest Base Camp. The trip also includes visits to Joking Temple, The Barkhor and Potala Palace. Includes Tibetan permit, oxygen supply, dinner with a Tibetan family and accommodation.
October 1-7, RMB6,300, wanna-travel.com, WeChat: wanna-travel
7. Explore Inner Mongolia
Learn and experience Mongolian tradition: stay in a yurt, horse ride through the grasslands and learn how to milk cows and play traditional games like sand sliding and archery. Includes transportation to and from Beijing airport, meals, accommodation, all activities and entrance fee for Yuan Dynasty Upper Capital and museum.
October 2-7, RMB2,999, wanna-travel.com, WeChat: wanna-travel
8. Experience Xinjiang
See the biggest desert in China, snow-capped mountains, Karakul Lake, spend the night in a cave and ride camels and horses! Kick start the adventure in Xinjiang where you'll first experience the Sunday market bazaar for local delicacies and trinkets. Includes private transportation, one night in a yurt, hotel accommodation and a local meal.
October 1-7, RMB4,999, wanna-travel.com, WeChat: wanna-travel
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