Today, you will fly independently to Zhangjiajie, the “Forest City.” Upon arrival, our dedicated staff will greet you at the station and escort you to your hotel for check-in and rest.
"Late to Meet Xiang, Ink-Wash Wuling 5-Day Tour: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park + Tianmen Mountain + Fenghuang Ancient Town + Charming Xiangxi + Tuojiang River Boat Ride"
Destination Place
Zhangjiajie
Travel Days
5 days
Highlights
In Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, cascading waterfalls and mystical springs are everywhere; a thin mist hovers over the streams, creating an atmosphere akin to stepping into a utopian paradise.
Discover the enchanting Yuanjiajie, step into the mysterious world of Pandora, and immerse yourself in the fantastical realm of Avatar!
Forest Park's Second Mountain Entry - Panoramic Full Tour, Enjoy It All in One Go
Itinerary
Day1
Zhangjiajie
Day2
Zhangjiajie
Today’s Itinerary: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park – Bailong Elevator – Yuanjiajie – Tianzi Mountain – Charming Xiangxi Show
After breakfast, take a bus to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Board the park’s eco-bus to the lower station of the Bailong Elevator, then ride the 326-meter-tall Bailong Elevator, which shoots up into the clouds in just 66 seconds, offering stunning views along the way. Explore the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area: from the viewing platforms, take in the breathtaking panorama of thousands of peculiar peaks—majestic, precipitous, elegant, and wild, each with its own unique character. Highlights include the No. 1 Bridge under Heaven, Mihun Terrace (Enchanting Platform), and Hallelujah Mountain (the inspiration for the “Floating Mountains” in the film Avatar).
Next, take the eco-bus to the Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area (downhill cable car included). Famous sights here include Jinbian Rock, Luohan Rock, the Three Sisters Peaks, and the Immortal’s Bridge. These formations resemble jade bamboo shoots, brush holders, stone forests, sharp swords, heavenly gates, arch bridges, jade screens, castles, and lighthouses; many also look like human figures, birds, and animals. Renowned for their “uniqueness, wildness, peril, seclusion, and elegance,” these landscapes are hailed as “peerless scenery on Earth” and “wonders of the world.”
In the evening, enjoy Charming Xiangxi, a folk-cultural performance directed by Feng Xiaogang. The show is a microcosm of Xiangxi culture and the soul of Tujia customs, blending strength with grace and showcasing the perfect harmony between life and nature.
Helpful Tips:
1. Lunch on the mountaintop is inconvenient; please prepare substitute meals or snacks in advance.
2. Zhangjiajie is a mountainous scenic area. Wear sports shoes or flat-soled shoes; high heels are strongly discouraged.
3. While touring, follow the rule “stop walking when admiring the view; do not admire the view while walking.” Watch your step and stay safe!
After breakfast, take a bus to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Board the park’s eco-bus to the lower station of the Bailong Elevator, then ride the 326-meter-tall Bailong Elevator, which shoots up into the clouds in just 66 seconds, offering stunning views along the way. Explore the Yuanjiajie Scenic Area: from the viewing platforms, take in the breathtaking panorama of thousands of peculiar peaks—majestic, precipitous, elegant, and wild, each with its own unique character. Highlights include the No. 1 Bridge under Heaven, Mihun Terrace (Enchanting Platform), and Hallelujah Mountain (the inspiration for the “Floating Mountains” in the film Avatar).
Next, take the eco-bus to the Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area (downhill cable car included). Famous sights here include Jinbian Rock, Luohan Rock, the Three Sisters Peaks, and the Immortal’s Bridge. These formations resemble jade bamboo shoots, brush holders, stone forests, sharp swords, heavenly gates, arch bridges, jade screens, castles, and lighthouses; many also look like human figures, birds, and animals. Renowned for their “uniqueness, wildness, peril, seclusion, and elegance,” these landscapes are hailed as “peerless scenery on Earth” and “wonders of the world.”
In the evening, enjoy Charming Xiangxi, a folk-cultural performance directed by Feng Xiaogang. The show is a microcosm of Xiangxi culture and the soul of Tujia customs, blending strength with grace and showcasing the perfect harmony between life and nature.
Helpful Tips:
1. Lunch on the mountaintop is inconvenient; please prepare substitute meals or snacks in advance.
2. Zhangjiajie is a mountainous scenic area. Wear sports shoes or flat-soled shoes; high heels are strongly discouraged.
3. While touring, follow the rule “stop walking when admiring the view; do not admire the view while walking.” Watch your step and stay safe!
3 Attractions
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located in Zhangjiajie City in the northwest of Hunan Province. The natural scenery of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is amazing by the peaks, the valleys, and the forests. There are more than 3000 strange peaks in it, which are like people, beasts, objects and objects, with realistic images and spectacular momentum. In the canyons between the peaks, the streams are gurgling and the shade covers the sun. It is known as "Three Thousand Strange Peaks and Eight Hundred Beautiful Waters". On September 25, 1982, with the approval of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, the original Zhangjiajie Forest Farm was officially named "Zhangjiajie National Forest Park." It is also the first national forest park in China. In December 1992, the unique quartz sandstone peak forest was included in the World Natural Heritage List by the United Nations, and in February 2004, it was included in the World Geopark.
the yuanjiajie
Yuanjiajie is located in the north of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and is a mountain terrace. Behind the mountains and mountains, facing the secluded valleys and peaks, extending from east to west. The main attractions include the Back Garden, Chizhuo Terrace, the First Bridge in the World, etc.
tianzishan
Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area is located in the northwest of Wulingyuan Scenic Area in Hunan Province. It is one of the four major scenic spots in Wulingyuan. Tianzi Mountain has an average annual temperature of 12℃, an annual rainfall of 1800 mm, a frost-free period of 240 days, and a freezing period of about 60 to 80 days. It is a platform landform type. Tianzi Mountain has four wonders: clouds, moonlight, sunset and winter snow. Famous attractions in Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area include Yubi Peak, Fairy Blossom, Helong Park, West Sea, Shenshen Gathering, etc.
2 Experiences
Charming Xiangxi Performance
Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater is located at the entrance of the beautiful scenery of Wulingyuan District, adjacent to the Expert Village Hotel (and the reception desk of the People's Government of Hunan Province), only 33 kilometers away from the urban area, and has a superior geographical location. The theater as a whole is a typical Xiangxi style building, with strong Xiangxi ethnic characteristics everywhere and a very distinctive local landmark. The unique natural landscape of Wulingyuan, coupled with wonderful cultural and folk performances, is a "charming Xiangxi" that cannot be missed.
bailong ladder
The Hundred Dragons Ladder is a moving observation platform. Through the car, you can see the gathering of soldiers and the sky countryside outside. It is really surprising and shocking to see its mystery or beauty from God's perspective.
Day3
Zhangjiajie
Today’s Itinerary: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge – Jinbian Stream – Ten-Mile Gallery
After breakfast, we’ll take a coach to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area to visit the Yuntiandu Glass Bridge. The bridge deck is made of transparent glass, offering clear views of the valley floor 400 meters below.
Next, we’ll travel to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to explore the Jinbian Stream Scenic Area. Winding through towering peaks and secluded valleys, the stream’s crystal-clear waters cascade gracefully, with small fish darting among the ripples. Lush flowers and grasses line the banks, while birdsong fills the air. Strolling along the serene creek feels like wandering through a living painting. This area is acclaimed as “one of the most beautiful canyons in the world.”
Afterward, we’ll visit the Ten-Mile Gallery, where dark-green peaks stand like a screen, unveiling a new vista with every step. Walking here truly feels like strolling through a picturesque scroll.
After breakfast, we’ll take a coach to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area to visit the Yuntiandu Glass Bridge. The bridge deck is made of transparent glass, offering clear views of the valley floor 400 meters below.
Next, we’ll travel to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to explore the Jinbian Stream Scenic Area. Winding through towering peaks and secluded valleys, the stream’s crystal-clear waters cascade gracefully, with small fish darting among the ripples. Lush flowers and grasses line the banks, while birdsong fills the air. Strolling along the serene creek feels like wandering through a living painting. This area is acclaimed as “one of the most beautiful canyons in the world.”
Afterward, we’ll visit the Ten-Mile Gallery, where dark-green peaks stand like a screen, unveiling a new vista with every step. Walking here truly feels like strolling through a picturesque scroll.
4 Attractions
Jinbianxi Scenic Area
Jinbianxi Scenic Area is a golden tourist area in Zhangjiajie, with a total length of 5700 meters. The stream originates from Tudiya. From the Zhangjiajie Forest Farm site to the water around the four gates, it twists and turns, and moves with the mountains, passing through the peaks. Between the valleys and the clouds, it stretches among the singing of birds and flowers. It gets its name because the stream flows through the Golden Whip Rock.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is located in Sanguansi Township, Cili County, Zhangjiajie City. It is close to the World Natural Heritage and World Geopark Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Scenic Area. The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is a newly developed and constructed tourist attraction. The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon originally had two names. One was called Lanchuan Gorge: it originated from Shenquan River. The water from the entire Grand Canyon and the Hongqi Canal in the south came from here. It is said that many rotten boat boards poured out from the spring holes before. The local people couldn't know where the rotten boat boards came from, so it was named "Lanchuan Gorge"; the other name was called Luanquan Gorge: it refers to the two stone walls in the canyon. There are many streams and springs that fly across the gorge.
Shili gallery
Zhangjiajie Shili Gallery Scenic Area is located in Suoxiyu Scenic Area and is the essence of tourism in the scenic area. On both sides of this ten-mile-long valley, there are rich natural landscapes, and walking through it seems like you are in a painting. Dai Feng stands next to the ditch. The rocks on the mountain form more than 200 stone scenery shapes that resemble people, objects, birds and beasts. Among them, peacocks opening their screens, medicine pickers, longevity stars welcoming guests, and tigers howling in the sky are the most famous.
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon glass bridge
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge is currently the longest and highest fully transparent glass bridge in the world. The glass bridge is located in the Lishuya and Wuwangpo areas of the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area. The bridge deck is all paved with transparent glass, and the entire project has no reinforced concrete piers. When completed, it will be the world's first cable-stayed alpine canyon glass bridge, and will set many of the world's tallest and longest glass bridges. The glass bridge also shoulders multiple functions such as bungee jumping, zip line, and stage.
Day4
Zhangjiajie-Fenghuang
Today’s Itinerary: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park – Fenghuang Ancient Town – Tuo River Boat Ride with “Xiang Jian Tuo Jiang” Performance
After breakfast, we’ll drive to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. The winding Tongtian Avenue ascends dramatically into the clouds, offering breathtaking views of Tianmen Mountain’s thrilling and majestic scenery. Known worldwide as a “highway marvel,” this road is an engineering wonder. Visit Tianmen Cave, a natural high-altitude karst cave piercing through the mountain—a true legend in its own right. Walk along the Guigu Cliffside Plank Road for an adrenaline-pumping experience, where you can let out joyful screams amid sheer cliffs and cloud-kissed peaks, taking in the grandeur of the landscape like an unfolding scroll of mountains and rivers.
After the tour, we’ll travel by coach to Fenghuang Ancient Town, hailed as the most beautiful small town in southern China.
In the evening, enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the Tuo River while watching the captivating “Xiang Jian Tuo Jiang” performance.
After breakfast, we’ll drive to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. The winding Tongtian Avenue ascends dramatically into the clouds, offering breathtaking views of Tianmen Mountain’s thrilling and majestic scenery. Known worldwide as a “highway marvel,” this road is an engineering wonder. Visit Tianmen Cave, a natural high-altitude karst cave piercing through the mountain—a true legend in its own right. Walk along the Guigu Cliffside Plank Road for an adrenaline-pumping experience, where you can let out joyful screams amid sheer cliffs and cloud-kissed peaks, taking in the grandeur of the landscape like an unfolding scroll of mountains and rivers.
After the tour, we’ll travel by coach to Fenghuang Ancient Town, hailed as the most beautiful small town in southern China.
In the evening, enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the Tuo River while watching the captivating “Xiang Jian Tuo Jiang” performance.
2 Attractions
tianmenshan National Forest Park
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, a national 5A-level tourist area, is located 8 kilometers in the southern suburbs of the Urban area of Zhangjiajie City. It is a mountainous natural scenic spot. The park has a total area of 96 square kilometers, with a mountain top area of 2 square kilometers. Its main peak is 1,518.6 meters above sea level, which is a typical karst landform. It is the highest mountain in Yongding District of Zhangjiajie, only 8 kilometers away from the Urban area. It is named after the natural wonder Tianmendong Gate. Tianmen Mountain was known as Songliang Mountain in ancient times, also known as Yunmeng Mountain and Fanghu Mountain. It was the earliest famous mountain in Zhangjiajie to be recorded in history. It was approved as a national forest park in July 1992.
Phoenix Town
Fenghuang Ancient City is located in the southwest of Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture in Hunan Province. It is composed of 28 ethnic groups including Miao, Han, and Tujia. It is a typical ethnic minority settlement area. As a national historical and cultural city, Fenghuang Ancient City was built in the forty-third year of Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty [1704]. In 2001, it was awarded the title of National Historical and Cultural City. It is a famous historical and cultural city in China, a national AAAA scenic spot, and one of Hunan's top ten cultural heritages. It was praised by the famous New Zealand writer Louis Alley as the most beautiful small city in China. It is comparable to the ancient city of Lijiang in Yunnan and the ancient city of Pingyao in Shanxi, and enjoys the reputation of "Northern Pingyao, Southern Phoenix."
1 Experiences
Tuojiang River Boating
Get on the Wupeng boat, listen to the trumpets of the Duke, and go down the river until you cross the Hongqiao Bridge. Wanshou Palace, Wanming Tower, and Duocui Tower come into view, as well as the century-old Tujia Hanging Towers on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. The feeling of being away from the world in the south of the Yangtze River comes leisurely.
Day5
Fenghuang-Zhangjiajie
Today’s Itinerary: Fenghuang Ancient Town – Furong Town – Drop-off at Zhangjiajie Transportation Hub
In the morning, wander through the mist-shrouded, picturesque Fenghuang Ancient Town, immersing yourself in its romantic charm—“a chance encounter with a few people, an unforgettable romance with an entire city.” Stroll along both banks of the Tuo River, admire the traditional stilted buildings (Diaojiaolou) at Shawan Bay, and savor the town’s rich history and long-buried memories.
After bidding farewell to this “most beautiful ancient town in China,” travel by coach to the popular Furong Town (approximately 2 hours). Explore this millennium-old town uniquely built atop a waterfall. Afterwards, return to Zhangjiajie for drop-off at the airport or railway station according to your flight or train schedule.
Kind Reminder: Return transportation from Zhangjiajie should be scheduled no earlier than 17:00.
In the morning, wander through the mist-shrouded, picturesque Fenghuang Ancient Town, immersing yourself in its romantic charm—“a chance encounter with a few people, an unforgettable romance with an entire city.” Stroll along both banks of the Tuo River, admire the traditional stilted buildings (Diaojiaolou) at Shawan Bay, and savor the town’s rich history and long-buried memories.
After bidding farewell to this “most beautiful ancient town in China,” travel by coach to the popular Furong Town (approximately 2 hours). Explore this millennium-old town uniquely built atop a waterfall. Afterwards, return to Zhangjiajie for drop-off at the airport or railway station according to your flight or train schedule.
Kind Reminder: Return transportation from Zhangjiajie should be scheduled no earlier than 17:00.
1 Attractions
Furong town
Furong Town, whose original name is Wangcun, is an ancient town with a history of more than 2,000 years. Due to the magnificent waterfalls traveling through it, it is also known as the "thousand-year-old town hanging on the waterfalls." Yongshun County, located in Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, is known as the four famous towns in Xiangxi, along with Longshan Liye Town, Luxipu Town, and Huayuan Chadong Town. It is also known as Youyangxiong Town and "Little Nanjing." Later, the movie "Furong Town" starring Jiang Wen and Liu Xiaoqing was filmed here, and the name was changed to "Furong Town". It is now a national AAAA scenic spot.
