Yunnan in China is a region that includes 16 prefectures and therefore it is an extremely large and diverse area. It is also home to a wide and varying number of ethnicities, each of whom have left their own unique identity and footprint in the areas they populate. For those interested in seeing for themselves the varying local livelihood of the people in the area, and the beautiful blessings of Mother Nature up close, then travelling on bicycle is the best option.
Due to these reasons, there are many companies and groups that organize bicycle tours of varying durations depending on how long one would like to dedicate to such a tour, and where exactly one would like to visit.
These tours will sometimes take visitors by air or alternate transport to the relevant city and thereafter give you the chance to explore the area on bicycle whilst others dedicate entire tours to transport only by bicycle. In all instances the luggage is brought to the relevant rest places by vehicle so travellers need not be worried or burdened by luggage weight and other issues. This leaves travellers free to truly enjoy the spectacular beauty of the nature that surrounds them.
Lodging in these instances is most often in small log cabins built for such travellers, camping in the outdoors or other such accommodation options. However this depends on what type of bicycle tour you sign up for.
Depending on whether you are interested in the cultural aspect, historic aspect, nature aspect or a combination of these, tailor made bicycle tours can be organized for you. Once you are done with the tour, a good option would be to head back to the city for a few days rest and relaxation which one can easily do at a hotel in Yunnan. The tour will certainly take its toll however rest assured the speeds and length of these excursions will not be more than is agreed upon at the beginning of the tour. As such you can join a tour that fits in with your fitness and skill level as well. If you are looking for a hotel Yunnan in which to base yourself once you get back then consider Anantara Xishuangbanna Resort & Spa which is beautifully and luxuriously appointed.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
