Advice On Planning A Backpacking Trip Around China

 
 
By Jonny Blair


When you are looking for an adventure that will allow you to explore, you should think about backpacking. You get the benefits of exercise while enjoying the natural beauty and breath-taking scenery on your daily travels. The Yunnan Province in China is a favorite destination for those individuals seeking the experience of a life-time.

At the planning stage, you can download free maps of the area and information on all the places you would like to visit. If you want the freedom to travel at your own pace, you can plan your route and decide on your own itinerary. If you prefer the tried and tested trip, you can choose from several proven itineraries.

There are several transport options for getting around, but you should plan ahead and whenever possible reserve your accommodation and transport. Local buses are available in Luoping and many other areas, but may be infrequent and do not always run to a timetable. Other transport options include hiring vans, bikes, horses and walking.

Yunnan Province is home to many areas of natural beauty and history. Tourist traffic can be fairly heavy during certain times of the year and it is advisable to book accommodation and transport prior to starting your vacation. Options along many of the trekking routes provide clean, comfortable but basic accommodation. The majority of the guest houses and hotels do have email Internet access for their guests to use. The local people can provide visitors with detailed information and directions to all the best places to visit.

You will have the opportunity to sample many of the local speciality dishes which come highly recommended by many travellers. You should sample the menus in your hotel or guest house, or ask staff for recommendations and directions to the best local restaurants. Visitors to the area are advised to use bottled water as opposed to local water supplies.

Remember to pack sufficient supplies of any medications you may require during your trip. You can if necessary seek medical assistance and will probably find it is much cheaper than at home. However, if you do happen to run out of a particular medication, depending on your location you may not have access to what you need.

Trekking through the Yunnan Province does mean you will have to cross a range of different terrains. You will require to be physically fit to get the most out of your trip. If you are well equipped and plan in enough rest stops, you are guaranteed to enjoy the experience of a life-time.


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