巴中

Guangwu Mountain in the Nanjiang area of Bazhong offers forest and mountain trips, with autumn colours that vary markedly by season. Check mountain transport, accommodation and entrances in advance. Photographs of autumn leaves from previous years do not indicate current foliage conditions.

毕节

Zhijin Cave and the Baili Azalea scenic area in Bijie offer contrasting karst landscapes and highland vegetation. The attractions are far apart: plan visits by county and season rather than treating them as a continuous urban walking route.

成都

Teahouses, greenways and rich Sichuan flavors make Chengdu an easy starting point for slowly understanding western China.

重庆

Steep streets, three-dimensional transportation and night views of the two rivers make traveling in Chongqing itself a part of the travel experience.

大理

Dali is not just an ancient city, but a travel area spread between the high ridges of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. Bai ethnic communities, the history of Nanzhao and Dali, lakeside wetlands and mountain routes are suitable for a few days to slowly understand. The Erhai Lake Loop is very long, so you should choose a section of the lakeshore or a group of villages for an in-depth tour instead of completing the circle in a hurry.

迪庆

Diqing offers highland forests, meadows and Tibetan culture, with attractions scattered around Shangri-La. Allow flexibility according to how you adapt to the altitude, and avoid packing long walks into your arrival day.

甘孜

Plan mountain travel in Garzê by county and road conditions. Hailuogou is in the Moxi area of Luding. Changes in elevation and weather affect both transport and physical exertion, so avoid a tightly packed sequence of journeys.

广安

Deng Xiaoping’s Hometown in Guang’an centres on his former residence, commemorative exhibitions and historical interpretation. Plan the visit around transport from the urban area. Check access rules separately for the venues and the surrounding streets.

广元

Jianmen Pass in Guangyuan connects mountain landforms with the history of the Shu Roads and lies in Jiange County. Distinguish central Guangyuan, your arrival station and the scenic-area entrance when planning, and allow extra time for mountain walking.

乐山

Plan Mount Emei and the Leshan Giant Buddha on separate days. Temperatures, transport and walking demands differ between Mount Emei’s base and its high-elevation areas. Plan accommodation and physical effort around your actual route.

绵阳

The Beichuan area of Mianyang connects Qiang culture, town reconstruction and earthquake remembrance. Arrange transport between the different sites, and remain quiet and respectful at memorial places.

南充

Historical and cultural destinations in Nanchong are spread along the Jialing River. Arrange transport separately for Langzhong Ancient City and the Yilong area. Do not assume attractions in the surrounding county-level areas are within walking distance of central Nanchong.

黔东南

Zhenyuan Ancient Town in Qiandongnan is known for its riverside lanes and historic buildings. The autonomous prefecture covers a large area, so arrange transport separately between destinations such as Zhenyuan and Kaili.

黔南

The Libo area of Qiannan is known for its karst landscapes, forests and rivers. The autonomous prefecture covers a large area, so plan transport to destinations such as Libo and Duyun separately. Allow for transfers between stations and scenic-area entrances.

黔西南

Xingyi in Qianxinan is a starting point for exploring clusters of peaks, farmland and villages. The landscape changes with crop growth and the weather. Allow enough transport and walking time for viewpoints and activities between villages.

腾冲

Explore Tengchong’s volcanic landforms, geothermal scenery and old towns associated with overseas Chinese communities by area. The volcano and Rehai areas have different entrances; check their locations when planning accommodation and transport.

铜仁

Mount Fanjing in Tongren offers mountain and forest trips, with different entrances on the Jiangkou and Yinjiang sides. Confirm the entrance covered by your reservation and check the weather before arranging stations, accommodation and your ascent route.

文山

Puzhehei in Qiubei, Wenshan Prefecture, is known for lakes, clusters of peaks and rural villages. Check station transfers towards Qiubei before visiting. Central Wenshan and Puzhehei are not the same place.

西双版纳

The botanical garden at Menglun in Xishuangbanna is in Mengla County, not a city park in Jinghong. Combine tropical plant observation with experiences of local life, allowing plenty of time for transfers between towns.

雅安

Bifengxia in Ya’an combines gorge walking with animal observation. Choose areas according to your physical ability and interests. Mountain weather and rainfall affect the trail experience.

遵义

Zunyi’s destinations span several county-level areas. The Chishui area is known for Danxia landscapes, waterfalls and forests. Distinguish central Zunyi from Chishui city when planning transport; travel between them should not be treated as a short urban outing.

昆明

Kunming is a plateau provincial capital where Dianchi Lake, limestone landscapes, flower and food markets, museums and Yunnan's multi-ethnic culture meet in a rapidly developing transportation hub. It’s not just a transit point: you can spend a day understanding the city’s lakes and the history of the province, and then choose a key suburb, rather than mistaking the entire central Yunnan for close-up attractions.

丽江

Lijiang is a plateau travel area, not just an ancient city. Dayan, Shuhe and Baisha preserve different levels of Naxi settlements and water system management, while Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and long-distance Lugu Lake require independent transportation and high-altitude preparation. The itinerary should revolve around two or three connected areas, and leave the most crowded commercial streets as early as possible to observe the living heritage that continues.

贵阳

Guiyang is a cool, mountainous provincial capital with a close proximity to forested ridges, karst water systems, Ming Dynasty landmarks and vibrant Guizhou culinary traditions. It is not only a transportation base for traveling to various places in Guizhou, but it is also worth a separate stop: the urban area is suitable for visiting museums and riverside monuments, while Qingyan or Tianhetan require half a day each.

稻城

Daocheng is a high-altitude county where glacial valleys, sacred snow peaks, pasturelands, Tibetan villages and important Paleolithic archaeological research coexist. Aden is the most well-known protected area, but responsible travel should start with acclimatizing to the altitude and respecting living communities, rather than heading straight to Haizi, the highest point. Itineraries should retain maneuver days as weather, health and ecological controls may take precedence over original plans.

林芝

Linzhi straddles deep river gorges, forest valleys, glacial lakes, sacred snow peaks, and Tibetan, Monba, Lhoba and other communities. It is a vast area in southeastern Tibet. The climate in the low valleys may be milder than in central Tibet, but the route will still pass through high mountain passes and remote areas. It should be planned geographically, respecting community and religious boundaries, and treating all snowy mountain views as weather-affected rather than guaranteed visibility.

德钦

Deqin is located on the edge of a steep plateau. The Lancang River, Jinsha River and Nujiang River systems cut through the Three Parallel Rivers landscape, and the Meili and Baima Snow Mountains stand among them. Tibetan villages, pilgrimage routes, vineyards and historical religious sites are separated by difficult roads and huge elevation differences. Travel at a slow pace, respect the sacred mountains and living communities, and allow maneuvering time for weather and road disruptions.

拉萨

Lhasa is both a high-altitude regional capital and a living center of Tibetan Buddhism. The Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka form a World Heritage ensemble, while monasteries, museums, neighborhood teahouses and everyday city life extend far beyond its postcard skyline. Allow time to acclimatize, use official booking channels and be considerate of pilgrims and residential areas.

怒江

Nujiang Prefecture stretches along one of the deepest river valleys in China, with Gaoligong Mountain and Biluo Snow Mountain standing between the rivers. Lisu, Nu, Dulong, Zang and other communities, suspension bridges, churches, terraced fields and forests are all located in huge height differences and fragile roads. The journey takes time, the villages are private living communities, and the itinerary must be subject to the weather.

安顺

Anshun connects large waterfalls with karst caves, Ming Dynasty military settlement heritage, urban old streets, and diverse Buyi and Miao communities. Huangguoshu are just part of a scattered landscape. The urban area can be used as a base to group attractions in directions and differentiate between living traditions and tourist-oriented performances.

日喀则

Shigatse stretches from the agricultural valley of the Brahmaputra River to the Himalayas, the world's highest reaches. Important temples, dzong towns, highland barley culture and border landscapes are separated by long, high-altitude roads; before traveling, you should adapt to the altitude in the city and treat temples as living institutions.

康定

Kangding is located where the road from the Sichuan Basin rises to the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, connecting the history of the Dadu River, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, trade traditions and the alpine landscape around Gonggar. Municipal areas are much more than compact urban areas, and itineraries should be grouped geographically and respect the privacy of pastures, worship and villages.

阿里

Ngari spans a vast, sparsely populated plateau of sacred mountains and lakes, wildlife habitats, earth forests and archaeological sites. Long distances, high altitude and permit requirements shape every trip. Travel with appropriate support, respect pilgrimage practices and protected areas, and never assume remoteness permits access across a boundary.

阿坝

Aba Prefecture connects the world-famous travertine with lakes, mountains, grassland wetlands, Tibetan and Qiang communities and earthquake memories. Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Siguniang Mountain and Ruoergai are located in different corridors. Slow transitions, ecological bearings and community boundaries must determine the itinerary.