China

The spring festival occurs only once every 13 years - DON'T MISS IT!

Enjoy the Sister's Meal Festival (Valentine's Day for the Miao) in April and the famous Lusheng Festival in November amid a kaleidoscope of colorful local ethnic groups. Wonder at the incredible artistry and detail of the textiles of the different Miao and Dong and other hill tribe villages in Guizhou, China's least traveled province. From batik to embroidery to jewelry, from festivals to daily life, this trip is an ethnologist, textile collector or designer's dream. Sit down with the villagers, learn their sewing and batik techniques, play with the children, enjoy the ceremonies, and try out their delicious food. Your journey begins in Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province. From Guiyang, you will travel to a series of Miao and Dong villagers, many rarely visited by westerners, before returning to Guiyang. Not only is this a journey of people and wonderful villages, but you can shop and shop and shop!

DATES & LAND COST:
Starting from $3,295.00 pp based on 4-6 people
Custom dates and prices available

Saturday, April 20, 2013 - Monday, April 29, 2013 (Sister's Meal Festival)
and Sunday, October 27, 2013 - Tuesday, November 05, 2013 (Lusheng Festival)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner