"Zhangjiajie 6-Day Inbound Tour: National Forest Park + Tianmen Mountain + Grand Canyon Glass Bridge + Charming Xiangxi + Fenghuang Ancient Town"

Today, fly independently to Zhangjiajie, known as the “Forest City.” Upon arrival, our dedicated staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in and rest.

Helpful tip: Tonight’s accommodation is in the Wulingyuan District. The drive from Zhangjiajie Airport to Wulingyuan takes approximately one hour. If your flight arrives late, we recommend staying at a hotel in downtown Zhangjiajie instead.

Itinerary: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Huangshi Village – Jinbian Stream Highlights) and “Charming Xiangxi” Cultural Performance

After breakfast, we will head to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Upon arrival, we will visit Huangshi Village (Yellow Stone Village), famed for the saying, “If you haven’t been to Huangshi Village, you haven’t truly visited Zhangjiajie.” The summit of Huangshi Village is broad and flat, surrounded by sheer cliffs, making it the largest sky-high viewing platform in Zhangjiajie. From the top, you can take in panoramic views of iconic sights such as “Maiden’s Gate Opening,” “Heavenly Book Treasure Box,” “Mountain-Stabilizing Needle,” “Black Fir Ridge,” and “Southern Sky Pillar,” representing the very essence of the national forest park.

Next, we will explore the highlight section of Jinbian Stream (Golden Whip Stream). Winding through towering peaks and secluded valleys, the stream’s crystal-clear waters cascade gracefully while small fish dart playfully beneath the surface. Lush flowers and grasses line the banks, birdsong fills the air, and strolling along the serene creek feels like wandering through a living painting. Jinbian Stream is acclaimed as one of the most beautiful gorges in the world.

In the evening, we will attend “Charming Xiangxi,” a folk-cultural performance directed by Feng Xiaogang. This show encapsulates the essence of Xiangxi culture and the soul of Tujia ethnic traditions, blending strength with grace to showcase the harmonious unity of life and nature.

Itinerary: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Bailong Elevator – Yuanjiajie – Yangjiajie – Tianzi Mountain – Ten-Mile Gallery)

After breakfast, take a coach 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 panorama of thousands of bizarre peaks—majestic, precipitous, elegant, and wild, each with its own character. Key attractions include the No. 1 Bridge under Heaven, Mihun Platform, and Hallelujah Mountain (the filming location for the “Floating Mountains” in the movie Avatar).

Next, take the eco-bus to the Yangjiajie Scenic Area, which comprises three touring zones: Xiangzhi Creek, Longquan Gorge, and Baihou Valley (Hundred Monkeys Valley). Notable sights include Yibu Dengtian (One-Step to Heaven), the Sky Corridor, Longquan Waterfall, the Cliffside Vine King, and the White Crane Gathering.

Afterward, take the eco-bus to the Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area (downhill cable car included). Famous formations here include Jinbian Rock, Luohan Rock, the Three Sisters Peaks, and Xianren Bridge. These pillars 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 “bizarre, wild, precipitous, secluded, and elegant” qualities, they are hailed as “peerless scenery on Earth” and “wonders of the world.”

Finally, ride the mini-train through the Ten-Mile Gallery, where dark-green peaks line up like a screen, revealing a new vista with every step—walking here feels like strolling through a painting.

Helpful Tips:
1. Lunch on the mountaintop is inconvenient; please bring your own snacks or meal replacements 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: “When admiring the view, do not walk; when walking, do not admire the view.” Watch your step and stay safe!

Itinerary: Huanglong Cave – Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon – 72 Qilou – Downtown Zhangjiajie

After breakfast, take a coach to the Huanglong Cave Scenic Area. Huanglong Cave is renowned for its vast cavernous halls, deep underground rivers, and dense clusters of stalagmites. Inside the cave, numerous stalactites—including stone milk formations and stone pillars—are illuminated by colorful lights, creating a dazzling spectacle. The tour route combines both land and water passages; you can board a small boat to glide along the subterranean river, enjoying the scenic views along the banks and marveling at the extraordinary stalagmite formations, all while immersing yourself in the mysterious underground world.

Next, travel by coach to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area, where you will visit the Yuntiandu Glass Bridge—the longest and highest glass-bottomed bridge in the world. The bridge’s transparent glass floor offers clear, breathtaking views of the valley 400 meters below.

Afterward, return to downtown Zhangjiajie. In the evening, explore the 72 Qilou, an architectural complex built in the traditional Tujia ethnic group’s stilt-house (diaojiaolou) style. Recognized by Guinness World Records as the “world’s tallest stilt-house-style building,” it provides a unique cultural experience.

Overnight stay at a hotel in downtown Zhangjiajie.

Itinerary: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park – Airport/Train Station Transfer

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. The Tianmen Avenue winds dramatically upward into the clouds, offering breathtaking views of the mountain’s thrilling and majestic scenery. Known worldwide as a “highway marvel,” this engineering feat is truly awe-inspiring. Visit Tianmen Cave, the world’s highest-elevation natural karst cave piercing through the mountain—a legendary landmark. Walk along the Guigu Cliffside Plank Road for an adrenaline-pumping experience, scream with excitement amid the sheer cliffs and cloud-kissed heights, and take in the grandeur of the sprawling landscape painting of mountains and rivers.

After the tour, we’ll drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town, hailed as the most beautiful small town in southern China. Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the Tuo River and soak in its enchanting scenery.

In the morning, wander through the mist-shrouded, picturesque Phoenix Ancient Town (Fenghuang Gucheng), immersing yourself in the poetic charm of “chancing upon a few souls, and falling for an entire city.” Stroll along both banks of the Tuo River, admire the stilted buildings at Shawan, and savor the town’s time-honored history and the long-buried memories it awakens in your heart.

Based on your return flight schedule, we will arrange a driver to take you to the airport. Please pack your luggage in advance as you bring your delightful Zhangjiajie journey to a close. We look forward to welcoming you again!