临汾

Linfen straddles the Fenhe Basin and the edge of the Yellow River, linking early national archeology, important Buddhist architecture, immigrant memories and Hukou Falls. The attractions are spread over a vast urban area, not a city center loop. The itinerary should be based on geographical location and conservation status, rather than cramming all the attractions into one day.

宜昌

Yichang is the gateway to the Yangtze River, where the Three Gorges landscape, modern hydropower projects, relocated cultural relics, Qu Yuan traditions and Tujia communities meet. Different reservation and security systems are used in dam areas, cruise ships, museums and rural scenic spots. Each day should have a clear focus on engineering, landscape, or cultural history, rather than a hasty focus on all three.

果洛

Goluo is located in the Sanjiangyuan highland, surrounding the upper reaches of the Yellow River, the Animaqing Mountains and the vast Tibetan pastoral landscape. Ecological protection and sacred geography take precedence over sightseeing. Settlements are far apart and services are limited, and some areas that were advertised in the past are now strictly restricted or closed.