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When people think of China, they picture massive, lit-up cities with delicious food. And while that's spot on, there's a whole other side to China we can't wait to show you. Kick things off in Chengdu, one of those huge, bright cities we mentioned. Then, venture into the less-traveled parts of China, like the stunning mountains of Yangshuo and the historic Hakka Houses in Yongding. Wrap it all up in one of the most unique cities in all of China. Now, that’s an epic adventure waiting to happen.
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
Before booking, use our handy entry requirements tool so you know which documents you need to enter and travel through the countries on your trip.
DAY 1
Welcome to China! Arrive at any time, then meet your CEO and group in the evening for a Welcome Meeting & Orientation walk. Afterwards, join your crew for your First Night Out in the vibrant city of Chengdu!
Orientation Walk:
Set out on an orientation walk near the hotel with your CEO to get your bearings. They will show you restaurants, points of interest, supermarkets, ATMs, etc.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Poshpacker Local Tea Hostel:
Poshpacker Local Tea Hostel

DAY 1
Welcome to China! Arrive at any time, then meet your CEO and group in the evening for a Welcome Meeting & Orientation walk. Afterwards, join your crew for your First Night Out in the vibrant city of Chengdu!
Orientation Walk:
Set out on an orientation walk near the hotel with your CEO to get your bearings. They will show you restaurants, points of interest, supermarkets, ATMs, etc.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Poshpacker Local Tea Hostel:
Poshpacker Local Tea Hostel

| Start | Ending | Availability | Prices from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Feb 25 2026 | Fri, Mar 06 2026 | Open (9) | $786.75 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Mar 25 2026 | Fri, Apr 03 2026 | Open (2) | $861.75 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, Apr 15 2026 | Fri, Apr 24 2026 | Open (14) | $936.75 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, May 13 2026 | Fri, May 22 2026 | Open (15) | $936.75 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Wed, May 20 2026 | Fri, May 29 2026 | Open (8) | $936.75 USD (price includes taxes and fees) |









Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Yangshuo
Your Local Living Moment: Hakka Tulou, Hongkeng Village
Your Big Night Out Moment: Shanghai. Orientation walks in Chengdu. Overnight stay in a traditional Hakka Village. Cycle tour through Yangshuo city and countryside. Orientation walk in Yangshuo. Chinese lunch in a local Yangshuo community. Guangzhou city tour. CEO-led walk through old town Shanghai. Free time in Shanghai.
Experience a different side of China with a stay in the Hakka Cultural Village, Explore some of China's most booming and exciting cities, Get off the beaten track and into nature with a cycle through the Yangshuo countryside, Enjoy a Chinese meal with a local community
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
1. Please note while traveling through mainland China you will not be able to access some popular internet websites. It’s important to let your family and friends know that you might not be able to stay in touch over your usual methods, be it – social media or email. The Chinese Government restricts certain websites such as Google, Dropbox, Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, WordPress, Whatsapp etc. It may be possible to still access some of these websites using a VPN. If you wish to stay in touch with your friends and family through the above blocked sites, we suggest you research installing a suitable VPN on your device prior to travel or turn on your data roaming if needed.
2. INTERNET ACCESS
Please note while traveling through mainland China you will not be able to access some popular internet websites, certain websites such as Google, Dropbox, Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, WordPress,etc. It may be possible to access some of these websites using a VPN. If you wish to use above blocked sites, we suggest you get a suitable VPN on your device prior to travel.
3. LUGGAGE
As we use (sometimes crowded) local transport please note backpacks are much more suitable than suitcases for this style of trip. Train travel means that bags have to be stowed either overhead or under beds, so travelling as light as possible is recommended.