Core Insights - The report by Tongcheng Travel predicts that the upcoming Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays will see a rise in domestic tourism driven by elements like "red tourism, autumn scenery, and moon viewing" [1] - The outbound travel market is supported by continuously optimized visa-free policies, with long-haul destinations seeing a significant increase in visa issuance compared to short-haul destinations since August 2025 [1] Domestic Travel Trends - Domestic flight search volume has increased by over 30% year-on-year as of September 11, indicating a strong demand for travel during the holidays [3] - The average price of domestic flights remains stable compared to last year, with higher prices at the beginning and end of the holiday period, while mid-holiday prices are lower [3] - Popular domestic travel destinations include major cities like Beijing, Chengdu, and Shanghai, which are known for their rich cultural and natural resources [3] - Lesser-known destinations have also gained popularity, with cities like Yining and Luzhou seeing over 60% year-on-year growth in flight search volume [3] Hotel Booking Trends - High-quality hotel bookings have seen a year-on-year increase of over 20%, with "viewing" and "moon appreciation" keywords experiencing a 117% increase in search volume [5] - Certain vacation hotels have sold out their scenic room types 30 days in advance, indicating strong demand [5] - Popular autumn viewing destinations for hotel bookings include regions like Sichuan and Inner Mongolia, with over 30% growth in booking heat [5] Travel Package Preferences - High-quality hotel packages that combine accommodation, dining, and leisure activities are increasingly popular, particularly in provinces like Guangdong and Zhejiang [6] Group Travel Insights - There is a significant increase in demand for domestic group tours, with spending on long-haul group travel rising by over 20% year-on-year [8] - Popular group travel destinations include Sichuan, Xinjiang, and Qinghai, with a focus on autumn appreciation [8] International Travel Trends - International flight search volume has increased by over 60% year-on-year, with destinations in East Asia and Southeast Asia being the most sought after [10] - The introduction of visa-free policies for group tourists to South Korea has notably boosted interest in flights to Seoul and Jeju Island, with search volume doubling [10] - Outbound cruise and group travel products have also seen significant growth, with bookings for cruise products increasing by over 15% [10] Extended Holiday Opportunities - Users are expected to create extended holidays of 12 to 16 days through various leave combinations, enhancing the appeal of travel during this period [11] - Tongcheng Travel has launched promotional activities to improve the cost-effectiveness of travel during the holidays, offering a travel fund valued at 2,888 yuan [11]
同程旅行：中秋国庆假期旅游呈“短途高频 长线高质”特点