TAO → KMG

Mount Tai

Shortly after departure, look for the silhouette of Tai Shan, the most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China.

Yellow River Bend

As you traverse the North China Plain, see the sediment-rich waters of the Yellow River snaking through the landscape.

Zhengzhou Urban Sprawl

A clear view of one of China's major transport hubs and the dense urban development of the Central Plains.

Guizhou Karst Peaks

As you enter the southwest, the terrain transforms into a surreal landscape of thousands of limestone 'sugarloaf' mountains.

Yunnan Plateau

The dramatic rise in elevation is visible through deep river gorges and the high-altitude red soil typical of the region.

Jiaozhou Bay

Immediately after takeoff from Qingdao, enjoy the expansive views of the Yellow Sea coastline and the massive Jiaozhou Bay Bridge.

Yangtze River Crossing

Mid-flight, observe the winding path of the Yangtze River as it cuts through the central provinces toward the East China Sea.

Hunan Woodlands

A dense tapestry of sub-tropical forests and agricultural terraces characteristic of South-Central China.

Dianchi Lake

On final approach to Kunming, the left side often provides a sweeping view of this massive highland lake, known as the 'Sparkling Pearl'.