In November, deep autumn, and early winter, it is a good season to enjoy the lush forests, soak in hot springs for health preservation, and take a winter vacation. From the magnificent snow scenery in the north to the gentle autumn charm in the south, from the clarity of plateau lakes to the warm sunshine in coastal cities, November in China presents a diverse and peaceful travel scene. Here are 13 selected November luxury travel cities/provinces to embark on a luxurious journey that is as enchanting as autumn and winter.

1. Wuyuan, Jiangxi

Wuyuan - Ancient Village on the Hillside

Temperature: Minimum 8 ℃ • Maximum 18 ℃
Highlights: The end of autumn in Huangling, Red Maple in Shicheng, Huizhou style architecture
Other recommended travel dates: March/April/November/December
In November, Huangling in Wuyuan entered the end of the "sun drying autumn" season, with crops such as chili peppers, corn, and pumpkins laid on bamboo plaques, forming the final brilliance of the "earth color palette" with the Huizhou style residences with gray tiles and white walls. The red maple trees in Shicheng have entered the best viewing period, and the ancient village in the morning mist is as hazy as ink paintings. You can hike through the maple forest path and experience the autumn fairy tale of "the most beautiful countryside in China".
High end accommodations such as Huangling Sunbathing Autumn Beauty Inn and Houtang Manor offer Huizhou style homestays and private courtyard services. Enjoy a luxurious vacation in the pastoral scenery with special delicacies such as red carp, steam cake, Wuyuan green tea, and more. November is also the golden season for photography and stargazing, and professional photography teams can be arranged to capture the autumn scenery.

 

2. Tengchong, Yunnan

Unique Wood Carvings in Smola Wa Village, Tengchong, Yunnan

Temperature: Minimum 6 ℃ • Maximum 20 ℃
Highlights: Golden Rain in Ginkgo Village, Overseas Chinese Culture in Heshun Ancient Town, Volcanic Hot Springs
Other recommended travel dates: October/November/December
In November, Tengchong Ginkgo Village welcomes the season of "golden rain". More than 3000 ancient ginkgo trees in the village are covered in golden armor, and fallen leaves cover the alleys and roofs, forming a beautiful scene of "village in the forest, forest in the village". You can ride through Ginkgo Avenue, visit Heshun Ancient Town, and experience the dual charm of overseas Chinese culture and volcanic hot springs.
High end accommodations such as Tengchong Mayugu Banyan Tree and Ginkgo Town Homestay offer private courtyards and hot spring therapy services. Enjoy a taste feast in the golden world with seasonal delicacies such as earth pot, Da Jiujia, and ginkgo stewed chicken. November is also a popular season for soaking in hot springs and avoiding the cold, where you can arrange volcanic geological park explorations and hot air balloon experiences.

 

3. Yading, Daocheng, Sichuan

The autumn scenery of Daocheng Yading is like a palette overturned by God

Temperature: Minimum 0 ℃ • Maximum 15 ℃
Highlights: Three Sacred Mountains, Luorong Cattle Farm, Milk Sea, Five Colored Sea Ice River
Other recommended travel dates: April/May/September/October
In November, the autumn scenery of Daocheng Yading comes to an end, and three sacred mountains shine with golden light in the morning light. The Luorong Cattle Farm at the foot of the mountain still retains the colorful autumn charm. Milk Sea and Five Colored Sea appear clearer at low temperatures, and while hiking, you can experience the tranquility and magnificence of the "last pure land of the blue planet".
High end accommodations such as the Yading Risong Gongbu Hotel and the Rencun Secret Realm Hotel offer private observation rooms and Tibetan style butler services. Paired with seasonal delicacies such as matsutake stewed chicken and yak meat hotpot, enjoy a luxurious vacation against the backdrop of snow capped mountains. November is also the golden season for shooting Rizhao Jinshan and Starry Sky Galaxy, and professional photography teams can be arranged for guidance.

 

4. Huzhou, Zhejiang

The Autumn Colors of Jiangnan in Nanxun Ancient Town

Temperature: Minimum 8 ℃ • Maximum 18 ℃
Highlights: Xiaolianzhuang, Jiayetang, Baijianlou, rowing boat, water town architecture
Other recommended travel dates: March/April/September/October/November
In November, Nanxun Ancient Town in Huzhou has a strong autumn atmosphere, with maple leaves in Xiaolianzhuang, ginkgo trees in Jiayetang Library, and water town architecture complementing each other. You can ride a rowing boat through the river, enjoy the sunset and fishing fires of "Baijianlou", and feel the poetic feeling of "99 ancient towns in Jiangnan, not as good as taking a walk in Nanxun".
High end accommodations such as Nanxun Huajiantang and Huzhou Sheraton Hot Spring Resort provide private courtyards and hot spring treatment services. With embroidery brocade, thousand piece bags, the Taihu Lake Lake crabs and other special foods, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday in the Jiangnan water town. November is also a popular season for watching the stars and the moon. You can arrange a star watching and an ancient house dinner beside the Taihu Lake Lake.

 

5. Xiamen, Fujian

Huangcuo Beach Sunrise Romantic

Temperature: Minimum 18 ℃ • Maximum 25 ℃
Highlights: International Architecture Complex, Gulangyu Island, Riguangyan, Shuzhuang Garden
Other recommended travel dates: March/April/October/November
In November, the autumn atmosphere on Gulangyu Island in Xiamen gradually intensifies, and the international architectural complex becomes even more colorful under the autumn sun. You can stroll through the Shuzhuang Garden to enjoy the piano museum, and overlook the panoramic view of the "Garden on the Sea" from Sunshine Rock. Cycling on the Ring Road offers a panoramic view of the sea, beaches, and coconut groves. The Shapotou Cultural and Creative Market gathers handmade artist works and is a great place to purchase special souvenirs.
High end accommodations such as Andaz Hotel Xiamen and Qishang Hotel offer sea view rooms and private butler services. With sea food such as Shacha noodles, Sea worm jelly, oyster fry, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday in European architecture and seaside scenery. November is also a popular season for sailing and yacht sailing, and professional coaches can be arranged to guide water activities.

 

6. Guangzhou

As night falls, the lights of Canton Tower shine brightly

Temperature: Minimum 16 ℃ • Maximum 25 ℃
Highlights: Baiyun Mountain, Canton Tower, the Pearl River Night Tour, Chen Family Temple, Shamian Island
Other recommended travel dates: January/March/April/October/December
In November, Guangzhou held an autumn chrysanthemum exhibition, with hundreds of chrysanthemums displayed in cultural parks and other places, creating a prosperous scene of "golden armor throughout the city". You can experience the culture of "drinking morning tea", taste shrimp dumplings, chicken feet, Cha siu bao and other classic Dim sum in Taotaoju, Diandu Depin, and feel the charm of "eating in Guangzhou".
High end accommodations such as Guangzhou Rosewood Hotel and Mandarin Oriental Hotel offer city view rooms and private butler services. Enjoy a luxurious holiday in Lingnan culture with classic Cantonese cuisine such as White cut chicken, roast goose, Little pan rice, etc. November is also a popular season for watching stars and avoiding cold weather. Night tours of Baiyun Mountain and the Pearl River can be arranged.

 

7. Sanya

The glass sea of West Island in Sanya, with clear water at the bottom

Temperature: Minimum 24 ℃ • Maximum 30 ℃
Highlights: Yalong Bay Beach, Wuzhizhou Island, Nanshan Temple, Sea Guanyin
Other recommended travel dates: November/December/January/February/March
Sanya has a warm climate in November, making it an ideal place for winter vacations. The luxurious hotel clusters in Yalong Bay and Haitang Bay offer private beaches and infinity pools, while diving on Wuzhizhou Island allows for close observation of coral reefs and tropical fish populations. Nanshan Temple's Guanyin Villa on the sea is grand and majestic, where you can pray and make wishes, and experience Buddhist culture.
High end accommodations such as Atlantis Sanya Hotel and Addison Hotel offer sea view rooms and aquarium experiences. Enjoy a luxurious vacation in the blue sea and sky with seafood feast, refreshing drinks, coconut rice and other specialty foods. November is also a popular season for diving and surfing, and professional coaches can be arranged to guide water activities.

 

8. Mount Huangshan

Mount Huangshan Guangming Peak, about to sunrise

Temperature: Minimum 5 ℃ • Maximum 15 ℃
Highlights: Shixin Peak, Guangming Peak, Xihai Grand Canyon, Mount Huangshan Hot Spring
Other recommended travel dates: April/May/July/August/October/December
In November, Mount Huangshan Mountain has a rich autumn color, and the pine trees and red maples at Shixin Peak and Guangming Peak are intertwined, forming a spectacle of "competition between pine trees and maple leaves". You can take the cableway up the mountain to enjoy the "Monkey Watching the Sea", "Dreaming of Flowers" and other strange stones, and walk through the Xihai Grand Canyon to feel the magnificent beauty of "Five Mountains return without looking at the mountain, Mount Huangshan return without looking at the mountain".
High end accommodation, such as Mount Huangshan Banyan Tree and Mount Huangshan Lion Forest Hotel, provides private viewing rooms and spa services. Enjoy a luxurious holiday in the peak forest wonders with special foods such as stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, Mount Huangshan Shaobing (Baked cake in griddle), etc. November is also a popular season for stargazing and photography, and professional photography teams can be arranged to capture the wonders of autumn.

 

9. Guilin

The lake and mountain scenery of Guilin

Temperature: Minimum 15 ℃ • Maximum 22 ℃
Highlights: Nine Horse Painting Mountain, Li River, Yellow Cloth Reflection, Yangshuo West Street
Other recommended travel dates: March/May/September/November
In November, the autumn scenery of the Li River in Guilin is pleasant. Drifting on bamboo rafts can enjoy classic landscapes such as the Nine Horses Painting Mountain and the Yellow Cloth Reflection. The Li River in autumn is even clearer and more peaceful. Yangshuo West Street is ablaze with lights at night, beer, fish, Luosifen and other delicacies are paired with Qingba, and you can feel the night life blending Chinese and Western cultures.
High end accommodations such as Guilin Yangshuo Sugar House and Longji Terraced Resort Hotel offer private swimming pools and starry sky observation services. Enjoy a luxurious holiday in the landscape painting with beer fish, Guilin rice noodle, Lipu taro and pork. November is also a popular season for stargazing and staying out of the cold, and can be arranged for Li River starry sky photography and nighttime firefly observation.

 

10. Libo, Guizhou

Libo Xiaoqikong, The Wizard of Oz

Temperature: Minimum 10 ℃ • Maximum 20 ℃
Highlights: Libo Xiaoqikong, Water Forest, Laya Waterfall
Other recommended travel dates: April/May/June/September/October
In November, the autumn scenery of Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area gradually intensifies, with clear waters and green mountains contrasting with red and yellow leaves, like gems on a jade necklace. You can hike through the water forest and the Laya Waterfall, experiencing the tranquility and elegance of the "emerald on the earth's belt".
High end accommodations such as Libo Xiaoqikong Ruijing Hotel and Maolan Resort provide lake view rooms and forest bath services. Paired with specialty foods such as sour fish soup and yangmei soup, enjoy a winter vacation in the karst landscape. November is also a popular season for stargazing and photography, where you can arrange forest starry sky camping and night tours of scenic spots.

 

11. Chengde, Hebei

The Jinshanling Great Wall is ablaze with maple leaves.

Temperature: Minimum -2 ℃ • Maximum 10 ℃
Highlights: Summer Resort, Jinshanling Great Wall, Manchu hotpot
Other recommended travel dates: May/June/July/August/September/October
In November, Chengde Mountain Resort came to the end of autumn. Ginkgo and maple trees in the lake area and plain area matched with ancient buildings, forming a picture of "autumn full garden". You can take the cable car to climb the Jinshanling Great Wall and enjoy the magnificent scenery of "The Great Wall and the Golden Mountain Stand Alone", and feel the autumn charm of "Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall".
High end accommodation, such as Chengde Mountain Resort yurt resort and Yunshan Hotel, provides private courtyard and spa services. With Manchu hotpot, Lvdagur (Glutinous Rice Rolls with Sweet Bean Flour), rose cake and other special food, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday in the royal garden. November is also a popular season for stargazing and winter shelter, where you can arrange stargazing and hunting experiences in the villa.

 

12. Leshan

For 1000 years, Suji Ancient Town has stood quietly

Temperature: Minimum 8 ℃ • Maximum 18 ℃
Highlights: Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, Mount Emei Jinding Cloud Sea, Suji Ancient Town Food
Other recommended travel dates: March/April/May/September/October/November
In November, the autumn of Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area is waning, the autumn scenery of Leshan and Sanjiang is matched, and the sea of clouds at the Golden Summit of Mount Emei is like a picture. Suji Ancient Town offers delicious foods such as stilted beef and sweet skinned duck to warm the cold autumn.
We recommend the Emeishan Hengbang Emmy Hotel or Zen style homestay for high-end accommodation, paired with hot spring therapy and tea ceremony experience, to experience the Zen and tranquility of autumn in the Buddhist country.

 

13. Wuhan

Autumn in Wuhan East Lake, watching fish in Bitan

Temperature: Minimum 6 ℃ • Maximum 15 ℃
Highlights: Wuhan University Cherry Blossoms, Donghu Greenway, Hubu Lane Snacks
Other recommended travel dates: March/April/May/September/October/November
Wuhan has a rich autumn color in November. The East Lake greenway is covered with trees. Hot dry noodles, bean skins and other delicacies in Hubu Lane warm the stomach and heart. The autumn scenery of the Yangtze River Bridge is magnificent, and the ancient charm of the Yellow Crane Tower is long-lasting.
High end accommodation is recommended at Wanda Ruihua Hotel or Donghu Hotel, paired with delicious dishes such as lotus root pork rib soup and Wuchang fish, to experience the profound cultural heritage of Jingchu in the autumn of Jiangcheng.