Immerse yourself in a full cultural experience with an organised home stay in Zhongdian, otherwise known as Shangri-La county, lying at the Himalayan foothills of China’s Yunnan Province. Tour operators China Travel Plan arrange for local, English speaking guides to explain the cultural intricacies and show off landmarks like a neighbouring Tibetan monastery. It may not be five-star butler service, but the villagers’ generosity is as genuine as you get. Take advantage of this three-day, two-night tour-cum-home stay running now through to September – traditionally the months that offer the best weather.
Costs: $384 per person (minimum of two people)
Where: Zhongdian, Yunnan (+44 12 7332 2048)
Date 01 Jul 2009-30 Jul 2009
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