Day 1 Luang Prabang
Start the adventure in Luang Prabang, an enchanting town dotted with mosaic-covered temples, shady cafes and restaurants clad with fairy lights.
Days 2-3 Luang Nam Tha
Make tracks to Luang Nam Tha on the banks of Nam Tha River. While here, why not enjoy some optional outdoor pursuits including kayaking, rafting and trekking.
Days 4-6 Xishuangbanna
Make the jump into China and travel through remote villages and vast, dramatic landscapes. Spend a few nights bushcamping amid this rarely visited part of Asia.
Day 7 Shilinzhen
Pay a visit to Shilin, known as China's 'Stone Forest', and discover an intriguing maze of towering limestone pillars.
Day 8 Kunming
Back in civilisation, explore the markets of Kunming and perhaps swing by the ancient Yuantong temple.
Days 9-10 Dali
Head to the lakeside town of Dali and choose to explore this fascinating region by bike, boat or cable car.
Days 11-13 Lijiang
Wander through the cobbled streets of picturesque Lijiang and learn about the Naxi people, who are descendants of Tibetan nomads. If feeling energetic, take an overnight trek to the spectacular Tiger Leaping Gorge.
Day 14 Overnight Train
Mingle with friendly locals on an overnight sleeper train to Emei Shan.
Days 15-16 Emei Shan
Make the pilgrimage to Emei Shan and perhaps take the opportunity to hike up China's holiest of mountains.
Days 17-18 Leshan/Chengdu
Stop to gaze up at the 71 m Buddha 'Da Fo' en route to Chengdu. Home to spicy hot pot cuisine, this bustling Sichuan city has plenty of food and culture on offer. While here, get up close and personal to giant pandas at the research base and breeding centre.
Day 19 Dazu
Travel onwards to Dazu. Admire the sleeping Buddha in the Bei Shan caves.
Day 20 Chongqing
Head east from Dazu to Chongqing.
Days 21-22 Yangtze River Cruise
Get an insight into rural life along the Yangtze River. Be lulled to sleep at night by the gentle rocking of the boat.
Days 23-24 Yichang
With feet back on solid ground, set off to explore the picturesque town of Yichang. In free time, why not treat the feet to a traditional reflexology massage.
Days 25-26 Xiang Fan/Wudang Shan
Explore the mountain reserve of Wudang Shan, the backdrop to the epic film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.
Days 27-29 Xi'an
Arrive in Xi'an and visit the ancient Terracotta Warriors. End the adventure by soaking up the city's garden culture and many temples.