HGH → DLC

Qiantang River Mouth

Witness the dramatic estuary where the Qiantang River meets the East China Sea, home to the world-famous tidal bore.

Shanghai Skyline

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Lujiazui, including the Shanghai Tower, are visible on the eastern horizon.

Yellow Sea Coastline

Continuous views of the rugged coastline and sandy beaches of Jiangsu and Shandong provinces throughout the cruise.

Qingdao Peninsula

Look for the red-roofed architecture and coastal hills of Qingdao as the flight passes over the Shandong coastline.

Dalian Port & Islands

A spectacular descent over the Bangchuidao Island and the bustling maritime traffic of one of North China's busiest deep-water ports.

West Lake

Immediately after takeoff from HGH, look for the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site and its causeways to the northwest.

Lake Tai (Taihu)

A massive freshwater lake in the Yangtze Delta known for its unique limestone formations and traditional fishing boats.

Yangtze River Crossing

Aerial views of the massive cable-stayed bridges connecting Jiangsu province near the city of Nantong.

North China Plain

A patchwork of agricultural fields and dense canal networks characteristic of the region's ancient irrigation systems.

Bohai Sea Entry

The transition from the coastal plains to the shallow, emerald waters of the Bohai Sea as you head into Liaoning.