SHA → BAV

Taihu Lake

A vast, shimmering view of one of China's largest freshwater lakes shortly after departure from Hongqiao.

Nanjing Skyline

Clear views of the Yangtze River passing through the urban center of the ancient capital.

Loess Plateau

The unique, highly eroded terraced landscapes and deep silt gullies of Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.

Yellow River Bend

Dramatic views of the Yellow River as it curves north, forming the geographic border of the Ordos Plateau.

Kubuqi Desert

Spectacular golden sand dunes visible during the final descent into Baotou, offering a stark contrast to the city.

Suzhou & Wuxi

Intricate networks of canals and dense urban development in the southern Yangtze River Delta.

Taihang Mountains

Rugged, craggy peaks and steep cliffs that separate the North China Plain from the Loess Plateau.

Datong Basin

A high-altitude basin surrounded by mountains, home to ancient historical sites and coal-rich terrain.

Yin Mountains

The dark, imposing mountain range that runs east-to-west, serving as a natural northern barrier for Baotou.