No. The entire route, including each overnight location, must be pre-approved by Chinese authorities as part of the permit process. Any deviation from the itinerary would invalidate the permits issued for the tour. For this reason, independent detours or [...]
Accommodation includes selected mid-range hotels and comfortable guesthouses. In remote locations, lodging can be simpler but always offers private en-suite bathrooms and is the best available in the area.
No. It is strictly prohibited to leave China without your vehicle. Even in case of mechanical failure, your vehicle must be exported from China regardless.
No. Foreign vehicles must follow a pre-approved itinerary and be accompanied by a licensed Chinese guide. Independent overland travel in China is not permitted.
No. China does not recognize foreign or international driver’s licenses. We arrange your temporary Chinese driving license, including administrative procedures and medical checks. Passengers can also receive a temporary license to share driving duties whilst on tour.
The tour covers a wide range of climates due to the altitudes and regions we travel through. August departures: Xinjiang/Taklamakan: very warm to hot, 30–38°C Tibetan Plateau: cool days, cold nights, occasional rain Yunnan: subtropical, humid, chance of rain [...]
