CGQ → CTU

Taihang Mountains

Dramatic views of the steep ridges that mark the western boundary of the North China Plain.

Loess Plateau

Observe the unique silty soil terrain, deep canyons, and ancient agricultural terracing characteristic of Shaanxi.

Wei River Valley

The cradle of Chinese civilization is visible as a fertile green corridor amidst the yellow loess hills.

Daba Mountains

As you enter Sichuan, the terrain becomes exceptionally rugged with steep, forested limestone peaks.

Western Horizon

On clear winter days, you might catch a glimpse of the distant snow-capped foothills of the Tibetan Plateau.

Bohai Sea Coast

Early in the flight, look southeast to see the coastline of the Liaodong Bay and major industrial port cities.

North China Plain

Fly over one of the most densely populated regions on Earth, featuring an endless grid of cities and farmlands.

Yellow River

Witness the massive, sediment-heavy river as it meanders through the plains toward the sea.

Qinling Mountains

View the southern slopes of this major climatic divide that separates Northern and Southern China.

Chengdu Cityscape

During the descent into CTU, the left side often provides views of the sprawling urban center and high-rises.