Table 1 Rural tourism attributes and level design.

From: Segmenting Chinese rural tourist preferences: insights from a choice experiment

Attributes

Description

Levels

Driving Distance

Proximity to the rural destination

2 h, 3 h, 4 h

Natural Scenery

Quality of rural landscapes

Ordinary, Good, Excellent

Local Cuisine

Availability of regional dishes

None, Available

Cultural Experience

Access to cultural and heritage activities

None, Available

Outdoor Activities

Organized outdoor activities

None, Available

Hotels & Homestays

Availability of local accommodations

None, Available

Hospitality

Level of hospitality from local villagers

Ordinary, Superior

Price

Per person daily expenditure

200 RMB, 400 RMB, 600 RMB