AUH → PEK

Abu Dhabi Coastline

Striking views of the UAE capital's skyline and the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf during the initial climb.

Zagros Mountains

Dramatic folded limestone ridges and deep canyons across the Iranian plateau provide textured landscapes.

Hindu Kush Peaks

Majestic high-altitude mountain scenery with snow-capped summits as you cross the Central Asian corridor.

Tian Shan Range

Stunning vistas of the 'Heavenly Mountains' in Xinjiang, featuring massive glaciers and jagged peaks.

Gobi Desert

Vast, desolate beauty of the northern desert plains with shifting sand patterns and rocky outcroppings.

Great Wall Fragments

Potential sightings of ancient fortifications along the mountain ridges during the approach to Beijing.

Gulf of Oman

Views of the deep blue ocean and the rugged, arid coastline of the Musandam Peninsula.

Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert of Iran, showcasing unique crystalline salt crusts and vast arid basins.

Kunlun Mountains

Distal views of the massive range that forms the northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.

Taklamakan Desert

An endless sea of sand dunes in the Tarim Basin, often glowing orange under the afternoon sun.

Yellow River Loop

The iconic 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the Ordos Loop and the Loess Plateau.