Our destination for this trip are the mountains of Northwest Yunnan, where we will travel within the Lijiang Naxi Autonomous Prefecture, Xiangeri-La, and Deqin Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. This trip offers some of the most spectacular scenery and nature in the northern hemisphere, with majestic mountain ranges, unique wildlife, and spectacular travertine limestone formations. This region is also home to a number of colorful ethnic groups, including the Naxi, Tibetan and Lili. But the true highlight is the experience of the richest temperate flora in Asia! Southwest China is the global distribution center of several genera of high horticultural significance, including many alpine plants, cypripediums, paeonies, and rhododendrons. We should see many splendid species in flower. On the tour, we will mostly stay at altitudes between 2000-3000 m (6500-10500 ft).

Another highlight of this tour is the experience of the authentic cuisine of Yunnan.

We are operating this tour in collaboration with the Orchid Conservation Alliance.

Click here for more Information on the Orchid Conservation Alliance Website