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The ultimate autumn hiking experience! The autumn intensity here has reached 90%

Departing from Baidi amidst colorful clouds, the late autumn Three Gorges is stunning beyond words! More exclusive than Guangwu Mountain, the breathtaking autumn scenery here features forests dyed in red colliding with emerald green river waters, hiking through it feels like stepping into a richly painted landscape scroll‼️ Hiking is the right way to unlock the Three Gorges red leaves~ - 📅 Best viewing period Mid-November to late December (The Three Gorges red leaves during this time are legendary! The mountains are covered in red, miss it and wait a whole year!) - 🍁 Red leaf varieties Mainly Chinese sumac, Chinese tallow, and maple trees, with over twenty shades of red gradients (blood red, wine red, orange red… every step offers a different visual surprise!) - 🚗 Itinerary overview Day 1: Gather in Yichang → Day 2: Wenguan Peak → Wushan → Day 3: Summit of the Three Gorges + Baidi City at Qutang Gorge → Wushan → Day 4: Goddess Road + Yaotai + Qingshi → Wushan → Day 5: Nanjin Pass Grand Canyon → Disband in Yichang (Beginner-friendly, relaxed pace without rushing~) - ✨ Must-see highlights ✅ Summit of the Three Gorges: Stand at the highest point of the Three Gorges, with rolling sea of clouds and mountains covered in red leaves, breathtakingly spectacular! ✅ Goddess Road: Cliff-hugging mountain road overlooking Wuxia Gorge, with the Goddess Peak faintly visible across the river, perfect for stunning photos! ✅ Baidi City: Check in at the thousand-year-old ancient city immortalized by poet Li Bai, where red leaves at the mouth of Qutang Gorge add charm to the ancient city~ ✅ Nanjin Pass Grand Canyon: Hike through the canyon, breathe in negative oxygen ions, and enjoy the interplay of red leaves and waterfalls! - 🌤️ Weather & attire Temperatures from 10-20°C in November-December, with large temperature differences between morning and evening! Recommended: quick-dry clothes + fleece + windproof jacket (layering makes it easy to add or remove), windproof pants + non-slip hiking shoes, hat, scarf, sunglasses~ - 💡 Practical tips 1. Bring a thermos, drinking hot water is very comfortable 2. Apply sunscreen, UV rays are strong over the river 3. Wear comfortable hiking shoes, anti-slip is important on mountain paths 4. Protect the environment, take all trash with you 5. Follow the group leader’s arrangements, safety first
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