Reverse travel from September to October, avoid the crowds, and visit the 6 best off-the-beaten-path cities!

Meaning of travel The true value of travel lies in: "Because I have witnessed the beauty of the world, I love life more and look forward to the next exciting journey." 01 📍Leshan, Sichuan Province Leshan, formerly known as Jiazhou, boasts three world-class heritage sites including the natural and cultural heritage of Mount Emei and the Leshan Giant Buddha, as well as the irrigation heritage of Dongfeng Weir. It is also known as the "Land of Begonia Fragrance." ✅Transportation Flight: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport High-speed rail/train: Leshan North Station, Leshan Station ✅Recommended accommodations Leshan Jiazhou International Youth Hostel, Leshan Impression Hotel (chain economy), Jiazhou Yaju Boutique Homestay ✅Must-visit attractions Leshan Confucian Temple, Mount Emei Scenic Area, Jiayang Small Train, Leshan Museum, Oriental Buddha Park, Leshan Giant Buddha, Bagou Ancient Town ✅Local delicacies Qiaojiao Beef, Mianmian Ice, Rice Flower Candy, Tofu Pudding, Chicken Feet, Sweet Skin Duck, Bobo Chicken, Egg Pancake, Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Leshan Giant Buddha → Oriental Buddha Park → Jiadingfang → Leshan Museum → Suji Ancient Town Day 2: Leshan Confucian Temple → Laoxiaoding → Xiaowu Li Book House → Long March Park → Sifang Street Day 3: Jiayang Small Train → Bagou Ancient Town → Qianwei Confucian Temple → New Square Pigeon House → Hengdu Wharf 02 📍Mangshi, Yunnan Province Mangshi is surrounded by mountains on three sides and water on all sides, with mountains and white clouds visible everywhere. The sky here is low and the clouds thick, and the thick clouds between the mountains are always breathtaking. ✅Transportation Flight: Mangshi International Airport High-speed rail/train: Mangshi Station ✅Recommended accommodations Mangshi Youth Hostel (such as Lantingju), Mangshi Yuelianzhuang Homestay, Ruili Jingchengdi Sea Hot Spring Center ✅Must-visit attractions Shubao Pagoda, Silver Pagoda, Dehong Museum, Golden Pagoda, Lei Ajiang Bookstore, Bodhi Temple, Tuanjie Street, Dai Ancient Town ✅Local delicacies Ersi (rice noodles), Paoluda, Baojiang Tofu, Lemon Corner, Sapie, Shuai Baba, Iced Milk Tea, Beef Stew, Jingpo Green Leaf Banquet ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Shubao Pagoda → Bodhi Street → Bodhi Temple → New Play Factory → Menghuan Great Golden Pagoda → Menghuan Silver Pagoda Day 2: Mangshi Square → Tuanjie Street → Bingwu Clothing City → Xingchang Agricultural Market → Dai Ancient Town → Jewelry Town 03 📍Yantai, Shandong Province Strolling along Yantai’s seaside, the soft and delicate sand beneath your feet feels like a gentle conversation with the sea. The waves gently lap the shore, producing rhythmic sounds. ✅Transportation Flight: Yantai Penglai International Airport High-speed rail/train: Yantai Station, Yantai South Station ✅Recommended accommodations Home Inn Business Hotel (Yantai Binhai Plaza Branch), Haiyuege Inn, Yangmadao Tourism Resort Economy Villas ✅Must-visit attractions Yangmadao, Yantai Mountain, Penglai Pavilion, Lonely Whale, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chaoyang Street, Suochengli, Penglai Changdao, Binhai Middle Road ✅Local delicacies Yantai Menzi, Sea Intestine Rice, Fushan Big Noodles, Laizhou Mutton Soup, Penglai Small Noodles, Teppanyaki Squid, Hairtail Fish Dumplings ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Penglai Pavilion → Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea Scenic Area → Lonely Whale → Jinsha Bay Seaside Park → Housha Square Day 2: Yantai Mountain Scenic Area → Chaoyang Street → First Seawater Bathing Beach → Fisherman’s Wharf → Yantai University Seawater Bathing Beach Day 3: Pink Sand Beach → Xin’an River Grand Bridge → Yangmadao → Island Diary → Lotus Sunset → Return 04 📍Lanzhou, Gansu Province Lanzhou boasts stunning natural scenery. The Yellow River flows through the city, its rushing waters showcasing the majestic power of nature. ✅Transportation Flight: Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport High-speed rail/train: Lanzhou Station ✅Recommended accommodations All Seasons Hotel (Lanzhou South Binhe Road Branch), Xuzhou Boton Wyndham Hotel (New District Branch), Home Inn Business Hotel (Lanzhou West Station Branch) ✅Must-visit attractions Ink Wash Danxia, Zhongshan Bridge, Baita Mountain, Gansu Museum, Santai Pavilion, Waterwheel Expo Park, Guohuang Art Museum ✅Local delicacies Spicy Hot Pot, Beef Noodles, Sanpaotai, Manor Yogurt, Roasted Lamb, Ma San Potato Chips, Juicy Wide Noodles, Stuffed Skin Noodles ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Gansu Provincial Museum → Xiaoxihu Yellow River Mother Statue → Baita Mountain → Zhongshan Bridge → Zhangye Road Pedestrian Street Day 2: Ink Wash Danxia → Yellow River Tower → Lanzhou Old Street → Lanshan Santai Pavilion → Nanguan Night Market 05 📍Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province Jiaxing, an ancient city nestled in the heart of the Jiangnan water towns, has long been famous for its unique geographical location and rich cultural heritage. ✅Transportation Flight: Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport High-speed rail/train: Jiaxing Station, Jiaxing South Station ✅Recommended accommodations Jiaxing Nanhu Hotel, Wucun Toy Homestay, Xitang Muyangju Inn, Xitang Riverside Homestay ✅Must-visit attractions Wuzhen, Yuehe Old Street, Meiwan Street, Xitang Ancient Town, Ferris Wheel, Nanxun Ancient Town, Wucun, Jiaxing Nanhu Lake ✅Local delicacies Eight Treasures Cake, Dongpo Pork, Salted Egg Yolk Fairy Bean Cake, Snow Vegetable Braised Wang Fish, Meat Juice Bamboo Shoots, Taro Cake, Purple Sweet Potato Fairy Bean Cake ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Jiaxing Nanhu Lake → Nanhu Tiandi → Catholic Church → Yuehe Historic District → Flower and Bird Lane Day 2: Xitang Ancient Town → Shipinong → Button Museum → Wuzhen East Scenic Area → Muxin Art Museum Day 3: Jiaxing Botanical Garden → Zicheng Ruins Park → Meiwan Street → Yuexiu Market → Xiushui Nianhua Ferris Wheel 06 📍Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province On the coast of Qinhuangdao, the waves gently lap the rocks as if whispering stories from a thousand years ago. Qinhuang once entered the sea here seeking immortality, leaving behind mysterious legends. ✅Transportation Flight: Qinhuangdao Beidaihe Airport High-speed rail/train: Qinhuangdao Station, Beidaihe Station, Changli Station ✅Recommended accommodations Beidaihe Liuzhuang Homestay Area, Hilton Hampton by Hilton Qinhuangdao Beidaihe, Shanhaiguan Wangyang Road Hotel ✅Must-visit attractions Jinmeng Bay, Qianshui Bay Bathing Beach, Pigeon Nest Park, Tiger Stone, Sea and Sky in One Color, Xigang Garden ✅Local delicacies Seafood stuffed steamed dumplings, Fried Meat Strips, Shanhaiguan Hun Pot, Mixed Chicken Frame, Potato Pancakes, Soup-filled Grilled Cold Noodles ✅Suggested itinerary Day 1: Tiger Stone Park → Xianluo Island Park → Cat’s Sky City → Cloud Swing → Anaya Day 2: Pigeon Nest → Sea and Sky in One Color → Qianshui Bay Bathing Beach → Wildlife Park → Golden Bay Beach Day 3: Biluo Tower → Qinhuangdao Glass Museum → Shanhaiguan Old Dragon’s Head → Return trip