Top 8 Places to Escape the Golden Week Crowds

National Day in China (October 1-7) is known as the "Golden Week". Chinese people will have a 7-day holiday. It is the peak season for travel.
Since everyone has the week off, it is an inescapable fact that golden week is a very busy travel time. During golden week, most Chinese people will go to large famous cities or coastal cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Qingdao, and Sanya. The southwest, west, and northeastern parts of China are often less crowded and definitely worth a visit.
1. Tibet — Lofty Mountain Splendor
The culture, nature, and people there are reasons for you to pay a visit to Tibet at least once in your lifetime. From the unspoiled sacred lakes to the world's highest peak — Mount Everest; from the vast untouched Changtang Grasslands to the depths of the Yarlung-Tsangpo Canyon, the Roof of the World is filled with awe and pristine beauty.
Tibet doesn't accept independent travelers. Traveling with a travel agency is required.