Learn More About Backpacking In 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.

Preparing for your trip of a life-time will require planning. You can start by downloading free maps and information about the Yunnan Provence from travel websites on the internet. You can also download free of charge a number of planned trip itineraries which have proved popular in the past with other travellers to the area.

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.

During the tourist season especially you may find that you need to reserve your accommodation along your route to avoid disappointment. You will find the accommodation is generally clean and comfortable but basic. Prices are very reasonable and most offer guests the use of their internet access for emails. Staff can provide visitors with a wealth of local history information on places to visit in the area.

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.

To go trekking through the Yunnan Province requires a certain degree of physical fitness. You will be travelling through a variety of different terrains and need to be adequately equipped. A well planned itinerary will ensure that you should get the best out of your experience.




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