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China?
My self and 3 mates are starting trip planning for an extensive tour. As are most of the fine folk that visit HU. To whom we now turn for advice and doubt for the last time.
Our current hurdle is getting through China without the need for a guide. Is that even possible? We understand there are quite a few permits required from the Ministry, Military, Police and Provence's.
Can any one shed some light on this.
Have a great weekend all
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25 Oct 2013
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Originally Posted by MattCole
My self and 3 mates are starting trip planning for an extensive tour. As are most of the fine folk that visit HU. To whom we now turn for advice and doubt for the last time.
Our current hurdle is getting through China without the need for a guide. Is that even possible? We understand there are quite a few permits required from the Ministry, Military, Police and Provence's.
Can any one shed some light on this.
Have a great weekend all
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Extensive tour - by foot, bicycle, car, motorcycle, autorickshaw, bus, train or boat..?
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25 Oct 2013
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China and its Guides
Assuming you're going by motorbike Matt- then the bad news is that YES you MUST have a guide if you are taking your own bikes.
Any foreigner with a foreign registered vehicle has to go through a Government approved travel agency to get the permits and they send the guide to meet you at your designated border entry point and will be with you throughout your stay- you need to transport them and pay for their accommodation and food as well as for their services.
Ask around here on the HUBB for recommended travel agents and approximate costs, generally bikers will link up with overland travellers in something with four wheels so that the guide can go in that vehicle while you all share the costs.
I know Navo are a good company although not the cheapest.
www.navo-tour.com
Good luck, I'm sure you'll have a great trip.
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Ooops, yes by motorbike and thank you for the info guys.
Travel safe(ish) and happy travels
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