One, Destinations Suitable for Hiking

1. Tiger Leaping Gorge, Yunnan
2. Features: One of the world’s classic hiking routes, with steep gorges and the rushing Jinsha River, allowing you to get up close to snow-capped mountains (such as Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Habu Snow Mountain).
3. Best Season: March-May, September-November (avoiding the rainy season).
4. Route Suggestion: Approximately 20 kilometers in total, completed over two days, with overnight stays at mountain guesthouses along the way.

5. Transportation: About a 2-hour drive from Lijiang.

6. Four Sisters Mountain, Sichuan

7. Features: Known as the "Oriental Alps," offering hiking routes ranging from beginner to professional levels (such as Changping Valley and Bipeng Valley crossings).
8. Best Season: June-October (summer flower seas, autumn colored forests).

9. Precautions: Need to apply for a mountain entry permit in advance, and beware of altitude sickness.

10. Kanas, Xinjiang

11. Features: Traverse through primeval forests, grasslands, and lakes; the colors are particularly vibrant in autumn, making it ideal for photography enthusiasts.
12. Classic Route: Jiadengyu-Hemu Village-Kanas Lake (approximately 60 kilometers, requiring 4-5 days).

13. Transportation: Fly to Altay from Urumqi, then transfer by bus.

14. Wugong Mountain, Jiangxi

15. Features: High-altitude grassland landscapes, suitable for short hikes (2-3 days), with breathtaking sunrise views and sea of clouds.
16. Best Season: May-October.
17. Facilities: Tent camps available on the summit, allowing for light packing.

Two, Destinations Suitable for Skiing

1. Yabuli Ski Resort, Heilongjiang
2. Features: China's largest ski resort, with excellent facilities and snow quality, perfect for intermediate and advanced skiers.
3. Ski Season: November to March next year.

4. Transportation: A high-speed train ride of about 1.5 hours from Harbin.

5. Chongli, Hebei (Winter Olympics Venue)

6. Features: International-class ski resorts such as Yun Ding, Wanda Longwu, and Ta舞gather here, suitable for families and professional players alike.
7. Advantages: Direct high-speed rail access from Beijing within one hour, complete facilities (hotels, restaurants, hot springs).

8. Ski Season: November to March next year.

9. Changbai Mountain, Jilin

10. Features: A powder snow paradise, combining skiing with hot springs, offering the experience of "fire and ice."
11. Recommended Ski Resorts: Wanda Changbai Mountain International Resort (suitable for beginners) and Rundong Resort (wide slopes with fewer people).

12. Transportation: Fly to Changbai Mountain Airport or take a high-speed train from Changchun to Yanbian.

13. Altay, Xinjiang

14. Features: The birthplace of human skiing (archaeological findings of rock paintings over ten thousand years old), abundant backcountry snow resources.
15. Recommendations: General Mountain Ski Resort (urban skiing) and Hemu Jikepulin (backcountry skiing paradise).
16. Transportation: Fly to Altay Airport or drive from Urumqi.

Three, Destinations Suitable for Rafting

1. Lijiang River (Yangshuo Section), Guangxi
2. Features: Bamboo rafting, enjoying the picturesque Karst landscape, suitable for family leisure.
3. Best Season: April-October (best during high water periods).

4. Route: Yangdi-Xingping (the essence section, approximately 2 hours).

5. Mengdong River Rafting, Hunan

6. Features: China's most thrilling "No. 1 Drift in the World," covering 17 kilometers with 3 hours of rapids and dangerous shoals.
7. Best Season: May-September.

8. Transportation: About a 2-hour drive from Zhangjiajie.

9. Shennong Stream, Hubei

10. Features: Primitive canyon rafting, experiencing Tujia fiber culture.
11. Types of Rafting: Wooden boat rafting (gentle) and inflatable kayak rafting (thrilling).

12. Transportation: Take a ship or bus from Yichang to Badong County.

13. Jiuqu Creek, Wuyi Mountain, Fujian

14. Features: Leisurely bamboo rafting, tasting tea along the way while listening to boatmen explain Danxia landforms and cultural stories.
15. Best Season: Suitable all year round (winter requires extra warmth).
16. Tickets: Need to book in advance, included in the Wuyi Mountain scenic area joint ticket.

Four, Precautions

1. Safety First
2. Wear professional equipment when rafting or skiing (life jackets, helmets, etc.).

3. Prepare anti-altitude sickness medication for high-altitude hikes and acclimate beforehand.

4. Plan Ahead

5. During the peak season at ski resorts, accommodations and tickets should be booked in advance (through platforms like Ctrip or Fliggy).

6. Consider hiring local guides for hiking routes (especially in remote areas like Xinjiang and Tibet).

7. Environmental Awareness

8. All outdoor activities must follow the "Leave No Trace" principle; do not leave any trash behind.

9. Legal Compliance

10. Special permits may be required for some nature reserves (such as Motuo in Tibet or certain border regions in Xinjiang).

Five, Common Tool Guide

• Transportation Booking: Use the “12306” app for high-speed rail tickets and “Ctrip” for flight/hotel reservations.
• Map Navigation: Download “Gaode Map” or “Baidu Map” (support English interface).
• Payment Tools: Bind your international credit card to Alipay/WeChat Pay in advance, or purchase a Chinese SIM card (recommended to use China Mobile’s “Wuxing” package).