Shanghai, Yunnan & Laos Discovery - 12 days

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Small Group Tour
Take in a lesser-visited region of Asia on this 12-day group tour from Shanghai. Explore the main sights of the city, including the Bund and the French Concession, before flying to Kunming in Yunnan Province. Visit the lesser-known destinations of Pu'er and Xishuangbanna, enjoying hiking opportunities, meeting minority Dai people and embarking on an included ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Shanghai - Take in the best of the city old and new, including the French Concession, the Bund and the Shanghai Museum
    • Kunming - Enjoy a free evening to head out and explore the lesser-visited capital of Yunnan Province
    • Pu'er - Explore this rural area at the heart of the Chinese tea trade with hiking and an included tea-making experience
    • Xishuangbanna - Visit the tropical botanical gardens and see highlights of this Dai minority city, including the Buddhist Temple
    • Luang Prabang - Spend free time exploring this temple-strewn city and enjoy included sightseeing to the morning market, National Museum and more
    • Vientiane - End your journey in the Laotian capital with two free nights to explore at your own pace

What's this trip about?

    Take in a lesser-visited region of Asia on this 12-day group tour from Shanghai. Explore the main sights of the city, including the Bund and the French Concession, before flying to Kunming in Yunnan Province. Visit the lesser-known destinations of Pu'er and Xishuangbanna, enjoying hiking opportunities, meeting minority Dai people and embarking on an included tea making experience. In Laos, enjoy guided sightseeing in Luang Prabang and free time to explore the capital, Vientiane.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 28 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityShanghai
End CityVientiane

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Kunming
  • Luang Prabang
  • Shanghai
  • Vientiane

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 28

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 28

Trip includes

    • 11 breakfasts & 5 lunches
    • 11 nights 3-star hotels
    • Services of an experienced English speaking tour guide for included sightseeing in Shanghai, Pu'er, Xishuangbanna & Luang Prabang
    • Local transfers in private vehicles as per the itinerary
    • Airport transfer from Kunming airport to the hotel on day 3 and airport departure transfer on day 12
    • 3 Rapid trains Kunming-Pu’er, Xishuangbanna-Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang-Vientiane in second class
    • Economy class flight Shanghai - Kunming
    • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Shanghai

Arriving in Shanghai, you are at leisure to make your own way to our start hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, or head out and start exploring the city.

Day : 2 Shanghai

Today we explore the metropolis of Shanghai. Starting in the historic city centre, we delve into Shanghai's past at the Shanghai Museum. Shanghai was founded during the Ming Dynasty, around 400 years ago, not that the founders would recognise it today. Glittering s...

Day : 3 Kunming

Shanghai - Kunming. Check out and make your own way to the airport for your included economy class flight westwards to Kunming, a lakeside city and capital of Yunnan province. The flight time is approximately 3 hours 20 minutes, and your included ticket will be economy class. On arrival in Kunming, you will be collected at the airport and transferred to our hotel.

Day : 4 Pu'er

Kunming - Pu'er. After breakfast, we transfer to the train station and take the fast train south to Pu'er. The journey will take around 3 hours, and we will be transferred to the village of Nakeli on arrival. This was once a critical trading route connecting Yunnan to...

Day : 5 Xishuangbanna

Pu'er - Xishuangbanna. Today we explore the Nannuo Mountain area, known for its long history of tea production. See many tea trees aged up to 500 years and enjoy a 2-hour hike in a tea plantation. There is also an included tea-making experience before we enjoy lunch a...

Day : 6 Xishuangbanna

This morning we visit the Tropical Botanical Garden. Covering an area of more than 1,125 hectares, the gardens date to 1959 and are home to more than 13,000 species of tropical plant. We explore the eastern part of the park, reminiscent of an old growth rainforest. Wa...

Day : 7 Luang Prabang

Xishuangbanna - Luang Prabang (Laos). Say goodbye to China today as we transfer to the railway station after breakfast and board the rapid train to Luang Prabang in Laos, via Boten port. We recommend you bring something for lunch with you on the train, and make sure y...

Day : 8 Luang Prabang

Today we explore Luang Prabang on a guided tour in a private minivan. Our adventure begins at the bustling morning market, where the vibrant colours and aromas of local produce set the tone for the day. From there, we’ll wander through the city's revered ancient templ...

Day : 9 Luang Prabang

Today is completely at leisure. Unwind at the hotel, explore independently or choose from one of the following optional excursions. You can book and pay for both of these optional tours locally. Your first option is a cycling adventure out of Luang Prabang and into...

Day : 10-11 Vientiane

Luang Prabang - Vientiane. Please note that from today, you will no longer enjoy a tour guide for the rest of your trip. You will be collected by a driver on day 10 and taken to the railway station for your included train to Vientiane, the capital of Laos. On arrival,...

Day : 12 Vientiane

Your tour comes to an end after breakfast today. There is an included departure transfer to the airport for your onwards flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,425
Price per day$285
Last Updated: 1/6/2025
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04 Nov 2025
15 Nov 2025
$4,355
16 Dec 2025
27 Dec 2025
$4,355
06 Jan 2026
17 Jan 2026
$4,355
03 Feb 2026
14 Feb 2026
$4,355
03 Mar 2026
14 Mar 2026
$4,355

All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 4 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers or anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$5 - 7 per day, per traveller as a tip for your guide. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1

Accommodation

3-star hotels
Travel Insurance
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Visa requirements
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
16+  if accompanied by an adult
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