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China Autumn Tours | Best China Autumn Trips & Vacations 2025

“Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away;
Lengthen night and shorten day;
Every leaf speaks bliss to me,
Fluttering from the autumn tree.”

Autumn in China is considered as the best time to visit China for the moderate temperature and stunning landscapes. In autumn, the whole China is colorful, poetic and romantic - indescribable beauty should be viewed with your own eyes. The mountains of Great Wall are blanked with various colors, forming a beautiful painting scroll in Northern China; The golden rice terraces layer upon layer waving in the wind are waiting for harvest in Southern China the ancient towns and classical gardens are heavily powdered, showing gorgeously charm in East China, while towering gingko trees are forming a golden sea and spectacular jagged alpine mountains are soaring above coniferous forest in Southwest China... which one do you like most?

At Asia Odyssey Travel, no matter you want to take the featured autumn trips to seek for the best autumn scenery or go to see the classic attractions to find different sides of beauty, you can realize your autumn dream with us. Let’s get back to nature and explore the finest beauty of autumn season in China!

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Featured China Autumn Tours - Most Colorful Autumn Scenery in China

To help you plan a memorable autumn trip efficiently with the best travel experiences, we specifically designed the best China autumn tour packages for you. Featured China Autumn Tours includes the best autumn-featured destinations in China, suitable for in-depth exploration, which gives you great chances to enjoy the best autumn landscapes in China.
Huangshan
In-depth Exploration
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4 Days
Places
1 Place
Call on World Heritage Site Collectors! Huangshan is famous for Yellow Mountain and offers breathtaking landscapes that seem like scenes from poetry. The mesmerizing vistas of the Yellow Mountain ha...
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Chengdu - Huanglong Valley - Jiuzhaigou Valley
Train Tour
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3 Days
Places
3 Places
Imagine this: Sipping fragrant tea in bustling Chengdu, then whisked away to a landscape straight out of a fairytale - all within 3 days! This dream becomes reality with a high-speed train tour from C...
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Guilin - Longji - Yangshuo - Guilin
Classic Itinerary
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4 Days
Places
4 Places
You may have appreciated the imperial palaces and zigzag magnificent Great Wall in Beijing, or marveled at the historical miracle Terracotta Warriors in Xian, how about coming to Guilin in the South...
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Chengdu - Kangding - Litang - Daocheng Yading - Litang - Yajiang - Xinduqiao - Tagong - Danba - Mount Siguniang - Wolong - Chengdu
Overland Trip
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10 Days
Places
12 Places
Are you an adventurer yearning for breathtaking landscapes and whispers of ancient traditions? Then Western Sichuan awaits! This captivating region, where nature paints masterpieces across the sky and...
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Chongqing - Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang
Relaxing Holiday
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4 Days
Places
3 Places
Discovering China through a 5-star luxury cruise is a good idea for your holiday. Slow down and relax on the Yangtze River Cruise from Chongqing to Yichang, you can have wonderful angles to explore ...
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Autumn Wolong Bay of Kanas Lake, Xinjiang
Urumqi - Beitun - Hemu - Kanas Lake - Burqin - Karamay - Urumqi
Northern Xinjiang
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7 Days
Places
7 Places
Are you a nature lover or outdoor enthusiast? A photographer dreaming of breathtaking landscapes? Northern Xinjiang is a paradise for nature aficionados, offering a stunning array of diverse landscape...
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Kunming - Dongchuan - Kunming
Nature Wonders
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3 Days
Places
3 Places
Why Photography Tour to Dongchuan Red Land from Kunming? Renowned as "God's Palette", Dongchuan Red Land continues to attract photographers worldwide. Join our 3 Days Kunming Photography Tour to D...
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Zhangjiajie
Short Trip
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4 Days
Places
1 Place
Listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site, Zhangjiajie is one of the must-see places in China.This 4 days Zhangjiajie Natural Wonders Tour is very popular and well-known for its Hallelujah Mountain which...
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Idyllic Potatso National Park, Shangri-La
Lijiang - Shangri-La
Lijiang Shangri-La
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5 Days
Places
3 Places
How is a 5-day Yunnan tour? Let's explore the two most popular destinations in Yunnan - Lijiang and Shangri-La. Situated in the northwest of the province, Lijiang and Shangri-La offer an enchantin...
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Classic China Autumn Tours - See Classic China at Best Time

Asia Odyssey Travel offers Classic China Autumn Tours, which is suitable for first-time travelers who want a long autumn trip with a variety of experiences. It has combined the autumn-featured spots with the most classic destinations in China and let you experience the different charms of China one time.
Beijing - Xian - Shanghai
Iconic Essentials
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8Days
Places
3Places
This 8 days China tour to Beijing, Xian and Shanghai is the No.1 best selling tour chosen by most first-time travelers. Beijing, Xian and Shanghai are called the China golden triangle cities and als...
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Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Chongqing - Yangtze - Shanghai
Relaxing Holiday
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13Days
Places
6Places
This 13 days China tour takes you experience AMAZING CHINA in private way! This tour is one of our best-selling China tours chosen by most travelers who come to China for the first time. Start in Be...
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Beijing - Xian - Zhangjiajie - Guilin - Shanghai
China Adventure
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13Days
Places
5Places
“Incredible” and “unbelievable” are usually used to describe China. To personally feel the charm of China and witness how incredible China is, it is highly recommended to take our 13 days China ...
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Shanghai - Kunming - Shangri-La - Lijiang - Chengdu - Xian - Beijing
Discovery
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16Days
Places
8Places
On this 16 days In-depth China Tour, you will travel across China from east to west and discover beautiful China with modern cities and lovely countryside. This China panorama trip includes China's ...
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Hong Kong - Guilin - Longji Rice Terrace - Yangshuo - Guilin
Discovery
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6Days
Places
5Places
This 6 days China Tour from Hong Kong to Guilin, Longji Rice Terrace, and Yangshuo is very classic for our clients from home and abroad. As one of China's most popular tourist destinations, this in-...
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Chengdu - Huanglong Valley - Jiuzhaigou Valley - Chengdu - Zhangjiajie
Stunning Scenery
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9Days
Places
5Places
China’s two biggest and most famous national parks are Zhangjiajie and Jiuzhaigou. Which is best for you to visit? Many people like to compare the two of them, however they are very different scene...
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Shanghai - Suzhou - Hangzhou - Huangshan
Relaxing Holiday
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9Days
Places
4Places
This 9 days Eastern China Tour covers the top 4 tourist destinations of Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Huangshan. From Magic City (Shanghai) to Venice of the East (Suzhou), Heaven on Earth (Hangzho...
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Kunming - Dali - Lijiang - Shangri-La
Yunnan Classic Tour
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8Days
Places
5Places
Yunnan is the most diverse province in southwestern China. A journey to Yunnan is a journey into the colorful ethnic cultures of the region’s Bai, Yi and Naxi people, as well as the various splendo...
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Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Mt. Everest - Lhasa
Discovery
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8Days
Places
5Places
It is just ONE LIFE. How about making a life-time trip to the Roof of the World to explore the holy palaces, Buddhist temples and sacred mountains? The most classic itinerary is the 8-day Lhasa to E...
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Find China Tours in Autumn by Month

To make it easier to plan a autumn vacation in China, you can take a look at our autumn trips designed in September, October and November. Feel free to pick your best travel destinations and itineraries by month.

12 Best Places to Visit in China in Autumn 2025

In Autumn, the whole China enters into a “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”. In northern China, dazzling golden populus euphratica forest are waving in the wind in the the vast desert; in northwest China, immerse yourself in the unearthly beauty and pure tranquility of the autumn scenery in Kanas in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region; in southern China, golden rice terraces layer upon layer stretching from the valley to the mountain top are in harvest; in southwest China, throw yourself into fairyland on earth with stunning, colorful waterscapes, diverse ecosystems, picturesque terraces, and impressive karst views...

Where to experience the most beautiful autumn scenery in China? The following are the 12 best places to visit in China in autumn and you decide where to go and you will meet the best autumn in China.
China Autumn Tour to Hulunbuir
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Hulunbuir (Inner Mongolia) - The Largest Grassland in China
Summer is the best time to view grassland, so is Autumn. Hulunbuir Grassland is one of the largest grassland in China. When the grassland is turning into yellow, the cattle and horses are grazing on the grass, creating a diverse and gorgeous autumn grassland and wetland landscape.
China Autumn Tour to Ejina (Inner Mongolia)
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Ejina (Inner Mongolia) - Gorgeous Poplar Forest in Autumn
Ejina is in the westernmost part of Inner Mongolia, where travelers can enjoy the most popular and spectacular populus euphratica forest. In autumn, the golden leaves of the desert poplars are the main highlight. It is best to view from late September to middle October.
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Discover what our customers are saying about the latest China Tours by Season. Browse through their recent reviews and feedback on tour arrangements, guides, transportation, attractions, dining, hotels, and detailed itineraries to plan your own unforgettable China tour. View All Customers Reviews >>
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I did a 2-week tour in China, in Dec24/Jan25 and I was very pleased with Asia Odyssey. They handled everything very professionally, from the good accommodations to the great tour guides we had. I totally recommend this company for China tours.

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I did a 2-week tour in China, in Dec24/Jan25 and I was very pleased with Asia Odyssey. They handled everything very professionally, from the good acco...
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Destination(s): Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Chengdu/Sichuan, Guilin/Yangshuo, YangtzeRiver

Date of Experience: Jan 01, 2025

Tour Customized by: Catherine

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Trip of a lifetime: before, during and after

Tour name: Line B2, 8 days Lhasa-Yamdroktso-Shigaste-Mt.Everest tour.

Key people: Bob (local Tibetan tour guide), Catherine Wang (travel consultant), Mr. Yu. Jian (driver).

This tour was sublime, a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! From the very start, I was met with grace and incredible kindness. The driver assigned to me by the company was Susan and greeted me with a smile on her face, as well as the traditional Tibetan scarf she delicately placed around my neck. She then kindly offered to take some photos of me outside of the airport and offered me some water as we drove to the first accommodation in Lhasa. She then sent me a few locations within the city to explore, for shopping and food and shared her experience of living in the region for over a decade.

The following day we met our tour guide Bob, who to date has been my favourite tour guide. He was nothing short of incredible. Not only did he translate everything from Tibetan to Mandarin and English, making the tour accessible to all of us, but went above and beyond for all of us. Whether it was taking extra photos from awkward angles as the photographer to answering our follow-up questions or even giving us his own recommendations i.e. where to rent the traditional Tibetan clothes or shop for souvenirs. He was incredibly knowledgeable and humble- a true mix of wisdom and personal insight. I found his personal experiences and insight made the tour feel more authentic, especially as he had been doing this since 2009. His great anecdotes and true appreciation of the Tibetan culture, as well as his uplifting attitude and great sense of humour made the trip that much more special. Especially on the days when we were on the road for up to 7 hours, as we began the travel towards Everest Base Camp (EBC).

In terms of the people I met on the tour, it was truly a mixed bag in the best way possible! As I was a 22-year-old solo solo-female traveler you might expect that I would want to be around a similar company. In contrast, I had the best time ever with a wildly different demographic! From middle-aged interracial married couples to retired solo travelers and other solo travelers, my group was made up of people from different neighbouring countries each with their own experiences of travel. As someone who is learning Chinese this was perfect for improving my linguistic skills however most could also speak English so there were no language barriers either.

The people in my group were lovely, kind and interesting characters. Each with open-minds and curiousity about the Tibetan culture. Having people from different walks of life and experiences in my group turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Even with our different backgrounds, we shared laughter, food and stories. I am grateful to have been in the same group as them for those 8 days- it was a true pleasure. Also, the nature of the tour meant that we overlapped with different groups based on both of our itineraries, meaning that we mixed with others for the first few days of the tour. This was a great way to also meet others as some were also staying at the same hotel as us.

The driver Mr. Yu Jian was also incredible. He so kindly brought our luggage in and out of the vehicles and always waited for us patiently in the mornings. Even when we (I) were running late, losing track of the timings and rushing outside with a hastily prepared buffet breakfast to go.

In terms of the tour, my personal highlights were of course seeing EBC and Everest in person, however, the in-betweens were just as remarkable. The 108 zig-zags we had to endure on the way to EBC, the petrol station stops where we’d stretch our legs and interact with the locals (often trying to sell us things) and growing closer and closer to the enchanting Everest. Being able to see the surreal landscape views of Tibet, both in Lhasa and outside, was awe-inducing. As I flew in on 25/03, I was met with the mountainscape being submerged with snow. By the time we made it to EBC, the snow had mostly melted but the rugged mountain view perfectly complemented the seemingly endless holy Yamdrok Lake. It was a nature lover’s paradise through and through, especially with the domesticated and wild animals across the area.

I also thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the locals. They met me with such curiosity, warmth and open-mindedness. I was touched to be perhaps the first black European person they met, and hope that they left our interactions with a new perspective. The first meal I had in Tibet was also sublime (I will put a picture below of the dish and a screenshot of the location I went to, recommended to me by my first driver). There was also a traditional Tibetan musical performance shortly after I had finished my meal, also recommended to me by Susan which began around 8pm!

My favourite monastery we visited was also the Tashi Lhunpo monastery in Shigatse, which we visited on our penultimate day in Tibet. We went on a Sunday which meant that not many tourists, if any, were there. Especially the tour took place during the off-season (End of March/Early April). As such it was an immersive experience being able to calmly walk through the monastery. With a history dating back to 1447, I felt like I connected to this the most, with there being living trees on the site that had been first planted over 400 years ago! Even seeing locals re-paint some of the religious paintings and the monks ready to enter for their evening classes gave a sense of serenity. It was a wonderful way to end the trip. Also, I would like to highlight seeing the Yamdrok Lake’s deep shades of turquoise from many angles (extraordinary), trying yak meat for the first time (different and at times tasty), seeing the Karola glacier (even when the rest of the landscape was snowless), seeing monks’ daily debates at Sera Monastery, of course climbing and seeing Polata Palace (tip: bring a 50 RMB note with you to take the famed picture outside Polata Palace- a fellow tour member loaned me his, thanks Yuki!), as well as Jokhang Temple and the Tibetan incense making where the activity leader wrote us, upon our request, a sign in the Tibetan language with anything i.e. our name or quotes. Seeing the stars on the first day of the new moon in the village just outside of Everest was also phenomenal (tip: walk 5-10 minutes in the opposite direction of heading into town to escape the light pollution for a better view, we only stayed out for 15 minutes just around midnight due to fatigue but if you really commit to it and maybe even venture further out and perhaps later on in the night around the new moon phase you will be stunned out what will find in the starry night sky.. hopefully the milky way!).

I would also like to give a warm mention to the hotel workers in the first hotel we stayed in Lhasa as they were incredibly kind to me. They were curious to know what my story was and where I had travelled as well as catering to my needs in the mornings (i.e. morning coffee etc.). Though they won’t see this, the woman working at the Tibetan clothes’ rental who helped me take pictures on my phone and conversed with me was also very kind! Even the shopkeeper who gave me a freebie after I bought some goods from his store was patient with me as I perused through the shops looking for instant noodles. Overall, I was met with such kindness from the very start of the trip until the very end!

Regarding altitude sickness, if you are worried about the high altitude, I bought Diamox , also known as Acetazolamide, (250mg per tablet) and got a prescription from a pharmacist. I took 1 tablet the day before I flew into Lhasa (during my layover in Kunming, Yunnan) and took another tablet for the next two days, waiting 24 hours between each 250mg dose. I adjusted well to the altitude and only took another one when we were heading to higher altitudes (particularly the mountain pass that is higher than EBC and the day of EBC). In total, I took 4 tablets on 4 days (the day before landing in Lhasa, days 1 and 2 of the tour as well as day 4 of the tour). I stopped taking it after EBC day and was fine throughout the trip. The tour will provide you with one free bottle of oxygen, as well as an emergency tank of oxygen in the shuttle bus. For reference I didn’t finish the bottle of oxygen throughout the trip but bought a spare one from the supermarket down the road from the hotel in Lhasa and the quality was great for only a few more RMB (lasted the entire trip). With a lot of water for hydration and taking it easy, alongside deep breaths, I think this tour is accessible to anyone without any underlying health conditions.

Finally, I would like to thank my tour agent Catherine Wang who has supported me throughout this trip! From when I first sent an email back in December 2024 to inquire about this tour until present she has supported me and provided me with updates throughout this process. Although I sent persistent emails (regarding the Shigatse earthquake and permit process/progress update) she always kept me in the loop. Even during the trip she had sent me an email to ask how it was going. Thank you very much for your patience and hard work, this trip has been the trip of a lifetime!

TLDR: I would 1000% recommend this trip and tour. All the little moments and cherished memories I have made will last a lifetime. Thank you to Bob, Mr. Yu Jian, Catherine, Susan, my tour group members and all the others who have made this trip so special. I am beyond grateful.

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Tour name: Line B2, 8 days Lhasa-Yamdroktso-Shigaste-Mt.Everest tour. Key people: Bob (local Tibetan tour guide), Catherine Wang (travel consultant)...
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Destination(s): Tibet

Date of Experience: Oct 07, 2024

Tour Customized by: Catherine

You May be Interested in This Tour: 8 Days Lhasa Yamdrok Shigatse Group Tour with Everest Base Camp

Siew Chor
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Prompt, helpful advice

Liz was prompt with her helpful response. We appreciate her help.

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Liz was prompt with her helpful response. We appreciate her help.
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Destination(s): Beijing

Date of Experience: Oct 07, 2024

Tour Customized by: Liz

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