Adjusting to Chinese Culture
Heading south from Beijing, China, to Xian was an adventure. Along the way, we taste-tested local cuisine, experienced the local toilets and gave our best efforts at adjusting to fascinating Chinese culture.
Songpan’s Ice mountain in Sichuan, China
Camping and horse trekking in the Sichuan province was an uncommon adventure. For three days, we rode across mountain landscapes to Ice Mountain.
Mama Naxi’s Guesthouse in Lijiang, China
After weeks of nonstop travel, we settled in Lijiang at Mama Naxi’s Guesthouse. Genuine and full of life, she’s a true gem along the backpacker trail.
Exploring Shanghai, China
After a multi-day train ride across China, we arrived into Shanghai and set off to explore the Old Town, downtown and of course, the shopping!
Hiking in Tiger Leaping Gorge, China
An overnight trek through Tiger Leaping Gorge in China’s Yunnan province offers spectacular scenery, brisk winds and a peaceful respite from the usual hum of backpacking.
