Program Highlights

Key facts

  • Location: Yunnan Province, China
  • Participants: 8-12 students (age 13-40) from universities or high schools in Europe and the USA

Activities

Tea-Forest Mutualism Tour (4 days)
Explore Jingmaishan, Puer, and join interaction sessions with local students.

Architecture & Cultural Heritage Tour (6 days)
Jianshui County architecture tour; Honghe (Yuanyang) Hani rice terraces; Hani embroidery experience in Honghe Hani Autonomous Prefecture.

Dehong Cultural Immersion (5 days)
Learn about Sour Tea traditions, Achang Brocade weaving; project discussion and wrap-up at Dehong Vocational School.

Financial Information

Participants cover

  • International flights & Visa fees

The program covers

  • Local transportation
  • Insurance
  • Hotel accommodation

Accommodation

  • Shared rooms will be arranged due to budget limitations.
  • Tourist tents may be provided in rural areas where accommodations are limited, offering a deeper tropical experience.

Additional Notes

  • After the program, participants may travel independently within China or Southeast Asia at their own expense.
  • Minor schedule adjustments may occur depending on actual circumstances.

For Applications and Queries

Dr. Li Teng
teng.li@rug.nl

Experience Tropical Agriculture in Yunnan, China