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- Apr 8, 2006, 9:21pm
- Altitude: 2,200 m
- China Yunnan Dali Baizu Zizhizhou Bandonghe 26.540061, 99.90459326°32’24” N 99°54’17” E
Day 9
Jian Chuan
April 8, 2006 in China
Another memorable day that took us into the heart of rural Yunnan as we rode
along the 'Old Tibet' road past tranquil scenes of mud brick villages, bamboo groves, rivers and paddy fields. After the initial leg warm-up 10-km climb, the rest of the day was "flat" enjoyable riding through rural scenery.

We sensed a feeling of timelessness as the way of life here has remained
unchanged for centuries. Cycling through the numerous day markets where villagers from the local area come to buy, sell and socialise provided plenty of opportunities for interaction with the colourfully dressed minority groups of the Yi, Naxi, Bai and Ben.

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- Apr 9, 2006, 9:22pm
- Altitude: 2,059 m
- China Yunnan Dali Baizu Zizhizhou Zibihu 26.114516, 99.94986526°6’52” N 99°56’60” E
Day 10
Eryuan
April 9, 2006 in China
Just when we thought the hardest challenges were behind us, we were given one of our hardest days riding. After a gentle start to the day passing small
towns we started our Challenge of 11 km grinding up and over a long steep winding mountain road covered in terraced paddy fields resembling giant staircases.
Our burning quads were rewarded with a good rest and an inspiring panorama at the top.

There was an exhilarating down hill on the other side as we enter the mouth of the valley that leads to Dali!

We ended the day in Er Yuan where we had the chance to soothe our leg
muscles in its famous hot springs.

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- Apr 10, 2006, 9:27pm
- Altitude: 1,973 m
- China Yunnan Manjiang 25.607478, 100.2651625°36’27” N 100°15’55” E
Day 11
The Walled City of Dali
April 10, 2006 in China
This morning was the last leg of our Challenge as we ride to the historical town of Dali.

Cycling along flat sealed road between the towering Canshan Mountain range and Er Hai Lake, we arrived in Old Dali in time for a late lunch. This fascinating town is home to the Bai people, one of the nation's largest minorities and once the centre of the powerful 8th Century Nanzhao Kingdom.
Dali is an extraordinary town to explore with its gated city walls, bustling old streets and lakeside setting. The local Bai people can be seen in traditional dress as they come to market for the day. In the 16th Century Dali was an important gateway for cultural exchange and trading with South East Asian countries. It was also an important pass on the ancient “Silk route of the South”. Today it is a melting pot of different ethnic groups, which is reflected in its
splendid architecture cobbled streets and colourful street markets. It is no wonder that it has been the subject of Chinese poems for centuries.

Cycling 45 km

Tomorrow we will have a full day to explore this city at leisure. Our cycling is now over.Read more
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- Apr 11, 2006, 9:28pm
- Altitude: 1,973 m
- China Yunnan Manjiang 25.607478, 100.2651625°36’27” N 100°15’55” E
Day 12
Dali, Free Day
April 11, 2006 in China
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- Apr 12, 2006, 9:30pm
- 22 °C
- Altitude: 1,928 m
- China Yunnan Wangjiaying 24.884302, 102.83242124°53’3” N 102°49’57” E
Day 13
Flight to Kunming
April 12, 2006 in China ⋅ 22 °C
Today we caught a flight back to Kunming. After a final overnight stay in Kunming, we will be saying goodbye to our Chinese guides and beginning the long journey back home.

Our ride exceeded all of our expectations and I know that we will all be returning with an overflowing storehouse of memories and tales to share.Read more
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- Apr 13, 2006, 9:31pm
- 31 °C
- Altitude: 7 m
- Thailand Bangkok Wat Pho Wat Phra Kaew 13.752494, 100.49350913°45’9” N 100°29’37” E
Day 14
Late Afternoon Flight to Bangkok
April 13, 2006 in Thailand ⋅ 31 °C
Flight 617 to Bangkok depart 16:15, arrive 21:00
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- Apr 14, 2006, 1:32pm
- ⛅ 22 °C
- Altitude: 118 m
- Australia Victoria Hume Tullamarine Airport -37.672829, 144.85130337°40’22” S 144°51’5” E
Day 15
Home in Melbourne
April 14, 2006 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Depart Bangkok 00:15, arrive Melbourne 13:25
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