Wild Great Wall+UNESCO Heritages in Yunnan（Tropical rainforest; Ethnic minorities; Rice terraces; Ancient tea horse road relics; Ancient town & villages ; Bamboo art; Archaeological ruins)
Overview
This exclusive 22-day journey combines classic Chinese cultural exploration and immersive high-end birding adventures, spanning from Beijing’s iconic historic landmarks to the diverse wild landscapes of Yunnan Province. The tour begins with visits to Beijing’s top cultural sites including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace, paired with a thrilling Jiankou Great Wall(Wild section)hiking experience. Afterwards, flying to Yunnan to embark on an in-depth wildlife and cultural expedition. It covers a wealth of archaeological ruins and ancient sites, including the Hebosuo Site, Shizhaishan Ancient Tombs and Yuanmou Man Site, showcasing precious prehistoric and ancient civilizational relics. Centered on world-class birding resources, the itinerary features immersive birdwatching in Xishuangbanna rainforests, Parrot Village, Gaoligong Mountain and Zixi Mountain, with professional bird hides and day & night wildlife observation arrangements. Birders will also explore the UNESCO-listed Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest, traditional ancient villages and Hani Rice Terraces, experiencing unique ethnic customs and time-honored tea culture. Blending magnificent natural scenery, rich archaeological heritage, profound ethnic culture and diverse avian biodiversity, this well-rounded expedition offers an unparalleled, in-depth exploration of Beijing and Yunnan’s natural wonders and ancient civilizations.
Trip Highlights
- Tiananmen Square
- Forbidden City
- Summer Palace
- Jiankou Great Wall(Wild section)
- Hebosuo Site
- Yuanmou Man Site
- Xishuangbanna rainforest
- Parrot Village
- Gaoligong Mountain
- Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest
- Hani Rice Terrace
- Covering many local bird species/wildlife in Yunnan
