Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Tips On Planning A Backpacking Trip 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.

Public transport around the region is available on a fairly limited timetable. The buses in places such as Luoping are available but do not appear to operate to a specific timetable. Tourists can usually find vans for hire, bikes and even horses to get around for when they get tired of walking.

Although it is not always necessary, depending on the time of year it is advisable to book your accommodation stops along your route. The accommodations along your route will tend to be basic, comfortable, clean and very affordable. Many will have Wifi installed so their guests can send and receive emails and keep in touch with people at home. You will find the staff helpful and full of useful information on the attractions and places you should see in their 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.

If you require to use any type of medications you should ensure that you have packed enough to last throughout your trip. Depending on your route you may travel through areas where you will be unable to replace your medications if you run out. In general the medical services are available and may not cost as much as at home.

You can plan your route through a variety of different environments and terrains. It is important that you have the physical ability to trek through different terrains. You will get a lot more enjoyment out of this experience if you have the right equipment and have planned in adequate periods of rest.




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