China & East Asia Journeys & Trips "in-the-Works"
for 2012

• Trips still "In-the-Works" are highlighted below in yellow and briefly described. Trip dates, itinerary and pricing may change as work on these itineraries progresses. You may reserve a slot with a $200.00 "earnest money" deposit, fully refundable at any time in the event your plans change, or the final shape of the trip doesn't match your budget or calendar requirements.
  
  
• An "In-the-Works" trip becomes a Calidex "Journey" when travel dates, itinerary and pricing are all firm. Journeys are highlighted below in green. Journey cost typically includes all lodging; meals at locations where there are no dining alternatives, e.g., at safari camps and lodges; guides; charter vessels; ground transport; porters' fees; airport transfers; permits & entry fees; and domestic airfares unless otherwise indicated ("+ air" refers to domestic airfares). International airfares, gratuities, travel insurance, airport taxes and expenses of a personal nature are not included. Deposit requirements vary depending on the Journey; when requested by Calidex, receipt of your deposit, net of any prior "In-the-Works" slot deposits, secures your confirmed space.To join any Calidex adventure, please click on How to Reserve.

 

HOKKAIDO & THE SNOW MONKEYS
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• Leg 1:
China's Yunnan Province & the Shangri-La Peoples

Yunnan Province has a wealth of colorful ethnic minorities inhabiting the lush mountainous regions along the Thai and Burmese borders. Soaring mountains, beautiful forested landscapes and rich tribal diversity make for memorable explorations, both on foot and by 4WD. Stunning land forms spike the countryside in a surreal integration of the natural with the agricultural. (See p16 in the May 2008 issue of National Geographic). Penetrate hidden valleys, walk timeless villages in the shadow of dramatic peaks and encounter people whose traditional lives have changed little over the centuries. The Yunnanese renamed their small town of Zhongdian, calling it "Shangri-La" to focus attention on the area's unique attractions. Accommodations are best-available small hotels and basic guesthouse.

$3,405 + air

 

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• Leg 2:
Eastern Tibet's Khampa Region