HET → CGO

Loess Plateau Terraces

Incredible views of the world's largest loess area, featuring deep ravines and intricate agricultural terracing carved into the yellow soil.

Taihang Mountains

The plane flies parallel to this massive mountain chain, offering views of sheer cliffs and deep limestone canyons.

Yellow River Bend

Look for the dramatic U-shaped bends of the Yellow River as it flows through the mountainous borders of Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces.

Luoyang Vicinity

On the approach to Zhengzhou, you may see the historic outskirts of Luoyang, one of China's ancient capitals, to the southwest.

Industrial Heartlands

The landscape features massive energy and manufacturing facilities that define the industrial strength of the Central Plains region.

Hohhot Skyline

A clear view of the Inner Mongolian capital's rapid urban expansion and the architectural contrast of modern high-rises against the steppe.

Fen River Valley

As the flight progresses south, the lush agricultural basins of central Shanxi province provide a vibrant patchwork of green and gold.

Wutai Mountain Range

On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the sacred Wutai Mountains can be spotted to the far east.

Yellow River Crossing

The flight crosses the 'Mother River' of China, showing the massive silt-laden waters and the surrounding flood control levees.

Zhengzhou Metropolis

During the final descent, the massive scale of the Zhengzhou urban area and the high-speed rail hubs come into full view.