China & Vietnam: Chengdu to Hanoi
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Small Group
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China & Vietnam: Chengdu to Hanoi
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13 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
Calling all adventure enthusiasts — this off-the-beaten-path, nearly two-week journey through China is the perfect way to dive into the heart of local life.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Hands-On Moment: Hmong Batik Workshop, Tả Van
- People's Park & Tianfu Square Visit in Chengdu
- Lijiang Old Town Visit
- Black Dragon Pool Park
- Shaxi Walking Tour
- Dali Old Town
- , Dali Xizhou Old Town walking tour
- Jianshui City Tour
- Tofu Workshop
- Gentle Hiking in Yuanyang Rice Terraces
- Sapa 1-day Trekking Tour
- Hanoi Cyclo Tour
- Transport to and from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (12 nts)
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- Private Vehicle, local train, walking, cyclo.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout
Highlights
- People's Park & Tianfu Square Visit in Chengdu
- Lijiang Old Town Visit
- Black Dragon Pool Park
- Shaxi Walking Tour
- Xizhou Old Town walking tour
- Jianshui City Tour
- Tofu Workshop
- Gentle Hiking in Yuanyang Rice Terraces
- Sapa 1-day Trekking Tour
- Hanoi Cyclo Tour.
Trip Details
13 days
Private Vehicle, local train, walking, cyclo.
English
Chengdu, China
Hanoi, Vietnam
Budget
Classic, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Chengdu
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Built in 1911, the People's Park was the first public park in Chengdu. It's the largest green area in downtown. The park features an artificial lake, gardens, teahouses, and is a popular place for locals to enjoy the outdoors. Walk to Tianfu Square in the centre of the city, surrounded by museums.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Celebrity Ruicheng Hotel
Day 2: Chengdu/Lijiang
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free morning in Chengdu.Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Accommodation - Lijiang Wangfu Hotel
Day 3: Lijiang
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Walk through the charming old town of Lijiang, a World Heritage Site and home to the Naxi minority. Observe scenes from another era, with old men smoking pipes and women in their traditional costumes. Get lost in the small pedestrian lanes that meander throughout the town -- every twist and turn reveals picturesque old buildings, local arts and crafts, fast flowing canals, and beautiful arched bridges. You can also spend an afternoon resting in a pavilion in the Black Dragon Pool Park, gazing at the reflection of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and listening to the local Naxi music.Activity - Explore the gorgeous Black Dragon Pool, a pond in Jade Spring Park, which is a short walk from the Old Town of Lijiang. Take in a spectacular view of the region’s tallest mountain, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Visit the many temples and pavilions in the park, including the Deyue Lou (Moon Embracing Pavillion), the Longshen Temple, and the Wufeng Tower. Tour the Dongba Culture Research Institute and the Dongba Culture Museum, which help to preserve local culture. Free_time - Enjoy a free evening in Lijiang.Accommodation - Lijiang Wangfu Hotel
Day 4: Lijiang/Shaxi
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Take a walking tour of the city, hitting the main highlights. Each route will be different, but you can expect to see the best this city has to offer.Free_time - Enjoy a free evening in Shaxi Old Town.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Shaxi One Tree House
Day 5: Shaxi/Dali
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit the Old town of Dali and enjoy its traditional architecture. It's a great opportunity to learn more about the minority cultures (mostly Bai but also with many Yi and Hui) and relax in this unique place.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Join your CEO on a walking tour of charming Xizhou Old Town. Visit famous spots like Sifang Street and Yan Family Compound, a Traditional Folk Residences.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Nanguo Yuyuan Hotel
Day 6: Dali
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Spend today in Dali however you'd like!Accommodation - Nanguo Yuyuan Hotel
Day 7: Dali/Kunming
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Activity - Visit the Kunming Flower Market. Enjoy the exotic scents and vibrant colours of this lively flower market.Activity - Check out the brightly coloured pavillions, tree-lined walkways, and locals doing tai chi in centuries-old Green Lake Park (Cui Hu Park). Traverse the bridges that connect the park’s four small lakes, or relax with a visit to the many restaurants, shops, and tea houses lining the park's edge.Accommodation - King World International Hotel
Day 8: Kunming/Jianshui
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Head out on a tour of the city of Jianshui. Visit the Qing Dynasty Xianghui Bridge and the historic Xianghui Old Train Station. Then drive to the Double Dragon Bridge, an ancient bridge was built in the years of the Emperor Qianlong with incredible views. At the confluence of the Lushui River and Tacun River, it looks like double winding dragons crossing the land. Explore the Zhu's Family Garden, called the Grand View Garden, a representative of Chinese residential houses of the Qing Dynasty. After the garden, walk through the Old Town.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Jianshui Hotel
Day 9: Jianshui/Yuanyang
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit the vast UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yuanyang Rice Terraces. Explore different parts and scenic points, like the famed Tiger Mouth area. Admire the rugged, exaggerated terraces that seem like they could have been painted by an artist. Hike through local villages and experience local life.Activity - Join a workshop and learn by watching the process of making this extremely popular Chinese dish.Accommodation - Shengcun Yunti Hotel
Day 10: Yuanyang
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit the vast UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yuanyang Rice Terraces. Explore different parts and scenic points, like the famed Tiger Mouth area. Admire the rugged, exaggerated terraces that seem like they could have been painted by an artist. Hike through local villages and experience local life.Activity - Walk through Quan Fuzhuang to Bada platform. Arguably the most important part of the Yuanyang Rice Terraces. You'll have the opportunity to hike through the levels of the terraces and speak to locals working in the field. This is also the best place to watch the sunset over the terraces.Accommodation - Shengcun Yunti Hotel
Day 11: Yuanyang/Sa Pá
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Join the Hmong People, the local indigenous group for a hands on painting activity.Activity - Cross the land border from China into Vietnam.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Sapa Village Hotel
Day 12: Sa Pá
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Spend half of today trekking the most famous hiking area in Vietnam. Pass through local villages, beautiful rice terraces and plantations. We'll stop for lunch in Su Pan Village before continuing on to our final spot, Muong Hoa.Accommodation - Sapa Village Hotel
Day 13: Sa Pá/Hanoi
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Savour a meal of Western and Vietnamese cuisine at this restaurant while supporting a training program that prepares local disadvantaged youth for careers in the culinary arts.Activity - Take a seat on a cyclo for a tour of Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter. Let the driver navigate through the bustling streets and start taking some photos or just use the tour to help get familiar with the area.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $3299
Duration: 13 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Calling all adventure enthusiasts — this off-the-beaten-path, nearly two-week journey through China is the perfect way to dive into the heart of local life.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 19 Jun 2026
Customer Reviews
05/16/2025
Our tour took us on a wonderful journey. We went to places we could never get to on our own and felt immersed in culture.
05/16/2025
It was a fantastic trip with great memories. Howard was a great CEO. I would highly recommend this trip to friends. Hopefully GAdventures increases the tour variety in china. I'd love to go to Zhangjiajie and Chongqing but only the 18 to 30 something.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
05/16/2025
Our tour took us on a wonderful journey. We went to places we could never get to on our own and felt immersed in culture.
05/16/2025
It was a fantastic trip with great memories. Howard was a great CEO. I would highly recommend this trip to friends. Hopefully GAdventures increases the tour variety in china. I'd love to go to Zhangjiajie and Chongqing but only the 18 to 30 something.
05/16/2025
A fantasic insight into this part of China. Off the western tourist route, getting to see many things we could never do on our own.
05/16/2025
It was a very good tour would definitely recommend and would absolutely go on another g adventures tour in the future.
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