Guaranteed departures 2027 and 2028

Two ways from Beijing to Yunnan

Both run 11 days, in through Beijing and out through Kunming. Pick a date, and your group travels on its own with its own guide.

Walking the stone streets of Lijiang Old Town, with the mountains beyond

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Forbidden City to Jade Dragon

Terracotta Warriors, giant pandas and snow peaks, linked by bullet train.

Length: 11 days
Route: Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Lijiang, Dali, Kunming
Pace: Fuller days, with bullet trains between cities
Highlights: Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, pandas, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Naxi music in Lijiang, Bai villages near Dali

From $4,629 per person, twin share. Single supplement $781.

2027: Jan 9, Feb 20, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 15, Sep 18, Oct 23★, Nov 13★, Dec 11
2028: Jan 8, Feb 12, Mar 11, Apr 8, May 13, Sep 9, Oct 21★, Nov 11★, Dec 9
★ Best season to go

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Hani rice terraces at sunset in Yuanyang

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Great Wall to Ancient Terraces

Rice terraces, the Stone Forest and old towns, at an easier pace.

Length: 11 days
Route: Beijing, Kunming, Mi'le, Yuanyang, Jianshui, Kunming
Pace: An easier pace
Highlights: Forbidden City, Great Wall, Stone Forest, Hani rice terraces, Jianshui heritage train, Flying Tigers museum

From $4,439 per person, twin share. Single supplement $951.

2027: Jan 16, Feb 27★, Mar 6★, Apr 17, May 9, Sep 4, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18
2028: Jan 9, Feb 19★, Mar 4★, Apr 15, May 20, Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18, Dec 16
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Included

All travel inside China: flights, bullet trains and private vehicles
Hotels every night
Meals as listed day by day
Licensed English-speaking guides
Scheduled activities and entry fees
Gratuities for guides and drivers

Not included

International airfare
Travel insurance (strongly encouraged, and we can help you arrange it)
Alcohol
Extra activities
Souvenirs

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Who you'll travel with

We moved our family to Yunnan. Now we open the door for you.

Bobby and Vanessa started Harmony Bridge in 2013. They've spent a decade plus in Yunnan, where they raised all six of their kids. The friends we've made here are the people you'll meet: farmers, cooks, craftspeople, guides and professors who are proud to share their home.

You get the famous places, timed well and done properly. You also get the kitchens, courtyards and villages that only open up when people know you.

Meet the family

The Harmony Bridge family with travelers in Yunnan

Why travel with us

What's different about a Harmony Bridge trip

Guaranteed, even for two

Pick a date and it runs. No waiting to hear whether enough strangers signed up.

Your group, on its own

Every departure books privately, so you travel with your own people, not a busload you've never met.

The right vehicle for your group

A private van for 2 to 5, a minibus for 6 to 15, a coach for 16 to 30. Comfortable seats and room to breathe.

Everything included, tips too

Hotels, meals, guides, entry fees, travel inside China and gratuities are in the price, so there are no surprises.

Guides who speak both languages

Licensed English-speaking guides, with our family behind them, so conversations go deeper than the script.

Your visit helps the places you see

We spend with family guesthouses, cooks, artisans and local guides, so the communities you meet share in the benefit.

Traveler stories

What our travelers say

"Warm and inviting."

Harmony Bridge unveiled the marvelous countryside and gave me the chance to take many breathtaking pictures. The people of Yunnan were warm and inviting. We came home with a real appreciation for China's heritage and hospitality.

PaulTexas

"Now, I get it."

I thought they were crazy to move halfway across the world with all my grandkids, but then I visited Yunnan with Harmony Bridge Travel. The people, the landscapes, the magic of stepping into a completely different world. If you have the chance to go, don't hesitate. Just go!

JaniceTexas

"I loved every bite!"

Thanks to Harmony Bridge, we discovered Yunnan's best-kept secrets. As a young kid, climbing Snow Mountain was amazing. The people were so nice and friendly, and the food was the best.

HunterTexas

"No surprises."

Harmony Bridge took into consideration all of our requests of the kind of places that we would be interested in and the amount of walking we would want to do. They were flexible when we needed to rest. Everything was included in the original pricing, and there were no surprises.

NellTexas

"More than a taste of China."

The team at Harmony Bridge arranged for tours from local university professors and students through outdoor markets, where we tasted the plethora of fruits, meats and mushrooms. We also had a meaningful demonstration by local college students on the heritage and presentation of tea.

MichelleTexas

"A side of China I didn't know existed."

The cultural exchanges were meaningful, and our guides provided outstanding food experiences. This trip was life-changing and broadened my perspective of China in a positive way.

CarolMichigan

"They make sure you don't miss a thing."

China is not easy to get around so it was amazing to have a team to take us to experience the best spots while we were there.

MorganIllinois

"We had no idea how welcoming the people would be."

Our personal tour guide helped us to explore hidden villages and engage with local traditions. We hope to return someday and do another tour with Harmony Bridge.

LoisTexas

"Very thoughtful."

I really enjoyed this trip. Bobby and Nina are very thoughtful.

SandeepIndia

"The best tour guide."

Nina was the best tour guide for our group. The hotels were great.

GiangVietnam

Good questions

Questions travelers ask us

Is this a group tour?

Our guaranteed departures run on set dates but book privately, so your group of 2 to 30 travels on its own with its own guide. It runs even with just 2. We can also build a trip just for your occasion.

How much walking is there?

Both routes include some walking at the sights. Great Wall to Ancient Terraces moves at an easier pace. Tell us what feels right and we'll set the days to match.

Can I book through my travel advisor?

Yes. Your advisor can book any departure with us directly and handle the details for you.

Do I need a visa?

Often not. Both guaranteed departures fit China's 240-hour visa-free transit (in to Beijing, out of Kunming to a third country such as Thailand). For longer or different trips we help you get a tourist visa, typically 10 years, multiple entry, for U.S. citizens. We confirm what applies before you book.

What's included in the price?

All travel inside China, hotels, meals, licensed English-speaking guides, scheduled activities and fees, and gratuities. International airfare, alcohol and extras are not included. We strongly encourage travel insurance and can help you arrange it.

What if my plans change?

Cancel more than 60 days before departure and we refund 100% of what you've paid, less card or bank processing fees. Cancel between 60 and 30 days out and you get 100% of it as credit toward any of our departures within 24 months. Inside 30 days, payments aren't refundable, but you can pass your place to someone else up to 15 days before departure. Travel insurance is the best way to protect yourself inside that window.

Will I be able to get around and communicate?

You'll have licensed English-speaking guides with you, plus a vehicle sized to your group. We handle tickets, menus and the details that make China hard to do alone.

When is the best time to go?

The starred dates are our favorite seasons. June to August is possible on request: it's peak season for travel within China, so it needs its own pricing, and it's Yunnan's rainy season, so we plan around clouds that can hide the snow peaks. We don't run over Lunar New Year.

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