12 Amazing Trips to Take Around Asia This Fall

By Sponsored, October 13, 2023

0 0

5-Day Chiang Mai Yi Peng & Loy Krathong Festivals

Weixin-Image_20231013141029.jpg
Image courtesy of Joy Travel

The enchanting Thai celebrations of Yi Peng Lantern Festival and Loy Krathong Festival are coming!

Yi Peng, known for its mesmerizing sky lanterns, symbolizes letting go of negativity and embracing positivity.

Loy Krathong, the Festival of Lights, involves floating decorated baskets on water, signifying gratitude to the goddess of water.

Both events celebrate light, hope, and renewal, captivating spectators with their vibrant displays.

On this tour you will visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Wat Suan Dok temples; take a rickshaw ride through the old city of Chiang Mai; release sky lanterns and savor local cuisine at the Yi Peng Festival; immerse yourself in Loy Krathong customs; learn the art of lantern-making; enjoy ethical elephant encounters at the Elephant Rescue Park, and much much more!

For More Information Click Here


7-Day Xinjiang: Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Urumqi & Turpan

Weixin-Image_20231013172320.jpg
Image courtesy of Silk Road Travel

If you're curious about Xinjiang, this seven day classic itinerary – starting from Kashgar, passing through Taxkorgan, and ending up with Turpan – is the perfect way for you to explore the wider area.

Take in numerous spectacular natural scenes and cultural heritages on the way. The cities selected all represent an aspect of Xinjiang; by visiting them and talking with locals you will discover what the real Xinjiang looks like.

Travel with local operator Xinjiang China International Travel Service and, one day, when you go back home, you can tell your friends: I’ve been to Xinjiang.

For More Information Click Here


3-Day Anji Mountains Wisdom of The Body Retreat

Weixin-Image_20231013145418.jpg
Image courtesy of Yoga for Life Shanghai

Yoga for Life Shanghai invites you to their Wisdom of The Body Retreat on October 27-29. Journey into wholeness and sacred sexuality through the myth of Baubo: Belly Goddess.

This retreat is for those who are seekers. Together through the vehicle of depth psychology, yoga, mindfulness, movement, breath, and nature, learn to tap into the wisdom of your body.

This retreat invites you to explore yourself as a woman – your desires, fears, challenges, body, mind, spirit, and power – while immersed in nature.

For More Information Click Here


2-Day Fairytale Valley Wooden Cabin Getaway

Weixin-Image_20231013144635.jpgImage courtesy of Dragon Adventures

Imagine idyllic wooden forest cabins in a picturesque misty valley, surrounded by flowers and leaves. Are you ready for a weekend out of a fairytale story in these beautiful woods, falling asleep under the stars to the fragrance of flowers?

This is what you will experience at Lin’an’s Sun Valley, which is surrounded by mountains and dense forests.

Here, you can relax while looking at the lush green mountains and listening to the chirping of insects and birds in the countryside.

You can choose to start your day meditating on the terrace or jogging along the path. You can also meet unexpected guests – such as peacocks leisurely strolling the valley!

For More Information Click Here


3-Day Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountain Tour

Weixin-Image_20231013141025.jpg
Image courtesy of Joy Travel

Located in the northern mountain ranges of the province, the remote Zhangjiajie National Forest was known only to the Tujia, Miao and Bai minority groups for centuries.

Today, with its towering karst spires and deep, forested canyons, Zhangjiajie has become one of China’s iconic landscapes; made a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1992, it was the inspiration for the film Avatar.

The area also boasts the world's longest and highest glass bridge – walk it if you dare!

For More Information Click Here


7-Days Xinjiang Winter Holiday

Weixin-Image_20231013172313.jpg
Image courtesy of Silk Road Travel

Northern Xinjiang's Altay is called the snow city wonderland. Join Silk Road Travel to discover the mysterious Tuwa Tribes; ski in three top resorts; and ride in a horse cart and snowmobile... it won't let you down!

For More Information Click Here


3-Day Anji Mountains Wisdom of Skeleton Woman Retreat

Weixin-Image_20231013145422.jpg
Image courtesy of Yoga for Life Shanghai

Yoga for Life Shanghai invites you to join them for this powerful retreat in the middle of Anji Mountains! 

Wisdom of Skeleton Woman Retreat teaches us how to embrace the life/death/life nature. If we can embrace the whole of our nature with unconditional presence – including the inevitability of change and loss – we discover deep wisdom and enduring love.

Through this retreat, explore different phases of love in our romantic relationships: from finding to chasing; recognizing to untangling; trusting to giving life. And applying this knowledge to all other relationships: business, projects, family, and friends.

This nature represents our ability to let what must live, live, and what must die, die.

For More Information Click Here


3-Day FREE Trip to UNESCO World Heritage Site Huangshan

Huangshan-Mountains4176530.jpg
Image courtesy of Dragon Adventures

Located in Anhui Province, Huangshan – or Yellow Mountain – is a famed UNESCO World Heritage Site, having served as an inspiration to Chinese painters for hundreds of years with its scenery of peculiarly shaped granite peaks, pine trees, hot springs, sunsets and views of the clouds from above.

An absolute must-see destination in the country, Dragon Adventures is offering you the chance to do exactly that... for FREE!

The first 50 people to register for the trip will enjoy:

  • Huangshan Scenic Area entrance ticket

  • 2 nights' accommodation at Huangshan International Hotel or Tiandu International Hotel

  • Celebration Dinner

  • Live bands and DJ

There will also be a photography competition, with a chance to win hotel stays, dining experiences, travel vouchers, wine and more.

All you need to do is get yourself to Huangshan for the weekend of November 3-5.

To register, simply share this article on your WeChat Moments, take a screenshot, and then send it to Dragon Adventures, who you can add by scanning the QR code below:

Weixin-Image_20231012212328.jpg

For More Information Click Here


3-Days Xi'an History Exploration & Food Tour

Weixin-Image_20231013141022.jpg
Image courtesy of Joy Travel

Boasting over 3,000 years of history, Xi’an always impresses visitors with a large amount of historical and cultural heritage sites.

During this three-day Xi’an getaway, you will be guided to all the highlights of this ancient capital city, including the City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Wild Goose Pagoda, Grand Tang Dynasty Everbright City and – of course – world-renowned Terracotta Warriors.

You'll also have the chance to try Xi'an's most authentic snacks, including biangbiang noodles, ice peak (a kind of drink), soup dumplings, mirror cake, sour plum soup, dried persimmon and lamb skewers.

For More Information Click Here


2-Days Harbin Christmas Holiday

Weixin-Image_20231013171834.png
Image courtesy of Silk Road Travel

Welcome to the Winter Disneyland of Harbin! Amazing crystal clear ice sculpture in various shapes and sizes, lit up with colorful lights, it is really a kingdom of ice and snow.

For More Information Click Here


2-Day Shaolin Kung Fu & Longmen Grottoes

Weixin-Image_20231013141013.jpg
Image courtesy of Joy Travel

Boasting UNESCO World Heritage List sites Longmen Grottoes and the world famous Shaolin Temple, Luoyang is the cradle of Chinese civilization; 105 emperors of 13 dynasties made it their capital.

Taoism originated here, and it is the place where the first Buddhist temple was set up by the government. 

Ancient inventions such as the seismograph, armillary sphere, paper making, printing and the compass also originated here.

Spend a fruitful weekend exploring its historical majesty.

For More Information Click Here


5-Day Cambodia Exploration

Weixin-Image_20231013172317.jpg
Image courtesy of Silk Road Travel

Mysterious Cambodia attracts many travelers. This five days trip will lead you to unveil the mystery of Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Prohm Temple, and bring you to experience the daily life of cute elephants.

For More Information Click Here


Weixin-Image_20230918173214.jpg


Got a Travel Deal You'd Like to Promote?

Contact Christy via email at christycai@thatsmags.com and on WeChat by scanning the QR code below:

Christy-QR.jpg

[Cover image courtesy of Joy Travel]

more news

Insider's Ultimate China Travel Guide 2024 (Guangzhou)

Everything you need to know is right HERE!

Foreign Travel to China Nowhere Near Full Recovery

Figures show the number of inbound foreign travelers to Beijing and Shanghai is still a fraction of pre-COVD levels.

Typhoon Hinnamnor Causes Travel Chaos Across East China

Hinnamnor managed to cause some major travel mafan.

What Domestic Travel Trends Will China See this Summer Holiday?

China's peak travel season over the summer holidays is upon us.

No More Dreaded Star On China’s Travel Code App

The star will no longer appear on users' apps, as of today, June 29.

China Restricts Citizens from ‘Non-Essential’ Foreign Travel

China promises to double down on the pursuit of 'zero-COVID' and aims to further restrict international travel and curb the small number of imported cases coming in.

China to UK Travel Soon To Be Easier With Chinese Vaccines

The UK government has updated its rules for those traveling to England who have been vaccinated in the Chinese mainland.

0 User Comments

In Case You Missed It…

We're on WeChat!

Scan our QR Code at right or follow us at thatsonline for events, guides, giveaways and much more!

7 Days in China With thatsmags.com

Weekly updates to your email inbox every Wednesday

Download previous issues

Never miss an issue of That's Magazines!

Visit the archives