Winter paints China’s landscapes like an ink-wash painting—step into the fairy-tale wonderland of Jiuzhaigou.

As winter cold fronts sweep in, many dream of escaping to southern destinations for warmth. Yet winter in China has its own charm—fewer crowds, lower prices, and breathtaking snowy scenery. In August, Air China, which officially established a branch in Taiwan this year, partnered with Lamigo Travel (a La New Enterprises company) to launch the “Air China Winter Tour: Premium China Series.” This series showcases China’s most enchanting winter landscapes.

With themed travel trending, Air China and Lamigo Travel’s China Series focus on health, leisure, natural wonders, and cuisine. The top picks are Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Beijing, featuring three curated tours: the “Jiuzhaigou-Chengdu Gourmet 6/8-Day Tour” starting from NT$39,800, the “Huangshan-Hangzhou 5-Day Tour” from NT$26,900, and the “Beijing-Tianjin 5-Day Tour” from NT$21,900. The promotion runs from now until March 31, 2010.

Nicknamed the “Fairy-Tale World,” Jiuzhaigou captivates with its vibrant, picturesque scenery. Its crystal-clear lakes reveal stunning calcium carbonate crystals, aquatic plants, and submerged tree trunks, reflecting a kaleidoscope of colors like a dreamlike paradise. Huangshan, rich in history and culture, boasts majestic mountain vistas and a wealth of temples, pavilions, ancient bridges, and cliff inscriptions, admired by poets and painters through the ages. Meanwhile, Beijing, the heart of nearly a thousand years of Chinese history, embodies the essence of Chinese culture, brimming with cultural relics and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, feeling like a living, breathing open-air history museum.

The “Air China Winter Tour: Premium China Series” takes travelers deep into the most beautiful winter mountains and waters. The all-inclusive packages exclude shopping stops and hidden costs, offering an exceptional experience of gourmet food and luxury hotels in direct-flight cities like Beijing, Hangzhou, and Chengdu. Plus, enjoy the “La New Winter Tour Triple Gift,” including a Lamigo stainless-steel double-layer insulated bottle worth NT$1,080, an 18-inch carry-on suitcase, and the latest outdoor leisure gear in the “Lucky Surprise Draw” event. Registrants also receive a NT$3,000 La New product voucher. For detailed itineraries, visit Lamigo International Travel Agency or call (02) 2501-5288.

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