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Overland Journal Day 143-158: Laos Road Trip
After 143 days and 24.000 kilometers, we drive into Southeast Asia—marking the final chapter of our overland expedition. It’s time for a road trip through Laos. The transition is striking after China’s fast pace. Life here is slower, the roads are rougher, and tourists suddenly seem to be everywhere. Yet, Laos also feels familiar. We traveled here as backpackers seven years ago and recognize the emerald rice terraces,…
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Itinerary Update: The Expedition After Singapore
We have arrived in Singapore — it feels unreal! While we’ll share several more blog posts about our experiences later, for us, this moment has already become reality. So, what’s next? After much thought and consideration, we have finally made a decision regarding the future of this expedition. We won’t head to Australia, we won’t venture further into Indonesia, and we won’t even stay longer in Southeast Asia.…
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Overland Journal Day 129-142: Xi’an, Chengdu and Ancient Towns (China)
We reach a major expedition milestone: Xi’an, the end of the historic Silk Road and the easternmost point of our journey. From here, we head south, passing the world-famous Terracotta Warriors, restored “ancient towns”, and baby pandas in the metropolis of Chengdu. The arid deserts of the north give way to lush tropical forests, endless tea fields and pouring monsoons as we reach the border of Laos. Welcome…
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Overland Journal Day 122-128: China Shenanigans and the Great Wall
China never ceases to amaze us. From an 80,000-person concert on a sand dune complete with a drone show, to eating grilled camel toes in a high-end restaurant with a car workshop owner, driving to the Great Wall of China with our own car and reflecting on life’s big questions with a Tibetan monk—every day brings the unexpected. This country and its people continue to reveal surprises we…
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Overland Journal Day 118-121: First Impressions of China (Xinjiang)
Our journey through China begins in the Xinjiang region, offering a fascinating mix of contrasts. While the state control often highlighted in Western media is undeniably present, we’re also introduced to a side of China rarely seen in headlines: mouthwatering cuisine, curious and welcoming locals, stunning landscapes, and an infrastructure that’s nothing short of impressive. These first few days are packed with adventure. Our car sustains damage while…
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