What's new for CCC's October holiday tours?

Of course travelling to North Korea, one of the most mysterious country in the world today.  It might be the last chance to see the largest and most impressive  Arirang show, as it is said that in Pyongyang the Arirang Mass Games of 2012 will be the last.

Other new journeys include traveling to the one of most beautiful landscape of China - fairyland Jiuzhaigou (sort of Chinese version of Yosamite) , charming Tibetan village Langmu Si in the mountains of Gansu and Sacred Tibetan land of Qinghai, or travel deep into the heart of southern Xinjiang, exploring the Taklamakan, China's largest desert, the ancient Silk Road town Kucha and visit the Grotto of Thousand Buddhas, etc.

Check the below listings for more October holiday tours, and make sure to sign up within a week, as most of them are almost fully booked, and the air tickets would be sold out soon in a couple of days !

Revealing North Korea (DPRK)
Oct.2-6

North Korea is one of the most mysterious country in the world today. The lack of adverts and heavey traffic in the streets, the portraits of the "Great Leaders" all around the country, the almost omnipresent political banners and slogans, the sheer lack of pollution and an everlasting list of other aspects that shape this country into a category we can only label as unique, make North Korea an extremely interesting place to visit. >>> more

Sichuan's Fairyland Jiuzhaigou,
Panda Reserve and Giant Buddha Oct 2-6

Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area and Huanglong Parklands are two famous World Natural Heritage sites. Jiuzhaigou offers spectacular landscapes with alpine features: crystal clear and serene lakes, snow-capped mountains, countless waterfalls and lush forests. >>> more

Ningxia's Muslims & Inner Mongolia Desert Sand Dunes
Oct.1-3

This journey will explore the large Muslim community along Yellow River, do goat-skin rafting, and then cross the border from Ningxia into Inner Mongolia desert dunes. Climbing aboard a jeep and drive up and over the shifting sand dunes. >>> more

Qinghai & Gansu: Sacred Tibetan Lands, Stunning Landscape and Langmu Monastery
Oct.1-6

On this journey we take travelers into the heart of Qinghai's most sacred places - hidden monasteries and centuries-old stupas locked deep inside bald mountains and remote valleys; Kanbla National Forest, a remote landscape of red sandstone peaks and meandering yellow rivers; then we explore the small town of Langmusi in Gansu, an ideal destination for the backpackers, quiet and picturesque... >>> more

4-Day Tour to Guilin, Yangshuo & Longsheng Rice Terraces
Oct 2-5

Guilin has China's most "Chinese' scenery - paddy fields, farmers wearing straw hats, etc., and the town of Yangshuo has limestone carst peaks along the Li River. Its natural scenery and laid back air, is a great escape from the big cities. Longsheng Rice Terraces' natural beauty and the colorful ethnic minorities cultures and customs attract people from all over the world. >>> more

In-depth South Xinjiang: Kashgar, Kucha and Takalamakan Desert
Oct.1-6

Visit the famous Kashgar and Kucha, two largest Uigur and muslim community cities of Xinjiang and experience the Taklamakan, China's largest desert; and visit the Grotto of Thousand Buddhas, the earliest major Buddhist cave complex in China. >>> more

The Silk Road (Dunhuang, Turpan, Kashgar & Kazakh)
Sep.29- Oct.5

The Silk Road Route starts from Dunhuang's Mogao Grottos in Gansu, fly to Xinjiang to explore Turpan Basin for its grape and melon harvest; then fly to Kashgar, the heart of Chinese Islam and drive to Karakuri Lake and Snow Mountains. >>> more

South of the Clouds Yunnan Tour: Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La
Sep.30-Oct.7

Dreamland Yunnan is famed for its beautiful landscapes and colourful and diverse ethnic cultures. Enjoy the famous ancient town Dali and Lijiang, UNESCO's World Heritage Site, its surronding Jade Dragon Snow Mountains, then tour Tibetan inhabited Sha >>> more

South of the Clouds Yunnan Tour: Dali, Lijiang & Shangri-La
Oct 1-8

Dreamland Yunnan is famed for its beautiful landscapes and colourful and diverse ethnic cultures. Enjoy the famous ancient town Dali and Lijiang, UNESCO's World Heritage Site, its surronding Jade Dragon Snow Mountains, then tour Tibetan inhabited Sha >>> more

The Silk Road (Dunhuang, Turpan, Kashgar & Kazakh)
Oct1-6

The Silk Road Route starts from Dunhuang's Mogao Grottos in Gansu, fly to Xinjiang to explore Turpan Basin for its grape and melon harvest; then fly to Kashgar, the heart of Chinese Islam and drive to Karakuri Lake and Snow Mountains. >>> more

Sichuan Panda Natural Reserve & Leshan Buddha
Oct 1-3

Visit the Panda Reserve, taking photos with the giant Pandas or even holding a panda; visit the famous Le Shan Giant Buddha, world's largest Buddha statue in the World; learn to cook and try Sichuan Cuizine and visit local teahouses and Sanxingdui Museum. >>> more

Highlights of West & Southeast Guizhou & Ethnic Culture
Oct.1-6

This six day tour will cover the highlights of western Guizhou (waterfall, Karst landscape) and southwestern Guizhou villages in the mountains and valleys; stunning landscapes and terraced rice fields and its colorful ethnic minority cultures. >>> more

Ancient City Xi An (Terracotta Army Site)
Oct1eve-3

Take 2 days trip to visit the famous Terracotta Warrior Site; Ancient City Wall, Shaanxi Museum; Great Mosque and Muslim Street; Wild Goose Pagoda, etc. >>> more

Ningxia's Muslims & Inner Mongolia Desert Sand Dunes
Oct 2-4

This journey will explore the large Muslim community along Yellow River, do goat-skin rafting, and then cross the border from Ningxia into Inner Mongolia desert dunes. Climbing aboard a jeep and drive up and over the shifting sand dunes. >>> more

Sichuan Panda Natural Reserve, Leshan Giant Buddha & Sanxingdui
Oct.4-6

Visit the Panda Reserve, taking photos with the giant Pandas or even holding a panda; visit the famous Le Shan Giant Buddha, world's largest Buddha statue in the World; learn to cook and try Sichuan Cuizine and visit local teahouses and Sanxingdui Museum. >>> more

Ningxia's Muslims & Inner Mongolia Desert Sand Dunes
Oct 5-7

This journey will explore the large Muslim community along Yellow River, do goat-skin rafting, and then cross the border from Ningxia into Inner Mongolia desert dunes. Climbing aboard a jeep and drive up and over the shifting sand dunes. >>> more

Myanmar - An Age-old Asian land Stuck In Time
Dec 25-31

As Southeast Asia modernizes rapidly，Myanmar remains the last country in the region preserved in amber. Men still wear sarong-like lungis rather than pants, and traditional rituals like the novice ceremony still hold up traffic. >>> more