Tea Horse Expedition

Tibet enjoys fame as "The Roof of the World" - and the road from Yunnan to Lhasa is the toughest road in the world, offering surprising views and varied ethnic cultures along the way. This trip covers the 'must-sees' in northwest Yunnan and southeast Tibet. You will learn about distinctive cultures and religions on this trip. The ancient Tea Horse Road was once the main connection for the transporting of goods to Tibet and India from China. If Tibet is one of the relatively untouched areas of the world, then the eastern part of Tibet, bordering Yunnan Province, is the most untouched area of Tibet. Rich with virgin forests and crystal blue lakes, this formerly inaccessible route offers spectacular scenery as well as an opportunity to come in contact with the primary village cultures of Yunnan and Tibet. The long and winding drive on unpaved roads is very challenging and arduous, but this will be an unforgettable, once in your lifetime journey.