Zhangjiajie. O/N Wulingyuan.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Embark on a full-day tour where your guide will meet you at 9:00 am in the lobby of your hotel in central Zhangjiajie or Wulingyuan. You’ll explore various mountain areas, including Tianzi Mountain, where the world’s longest cable car takes you to the summit, and the distinctive platform-shaped Yuanjiajie Mountain.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is home to over 500 species of wildlife and plants, such as rare monkeys, gingko trees, and a multitude of colorful birds. The park’s most remarkable features are its towering sandstone pillars. Fans of Hollywood will recognize this breathtaking landscape as the inspiration for Pandora in James Cameron’s movie Avatar.

Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area of Zhangjiajie - Located north of Zhangjiajie City, Wulingyuan is a captivating tourist destination and one of China’s 40 famous scenic spots. Known as ‘The expansive miniascape and the contractible fairyland,’ it was added to the ‘World Heritage List’ in 1992.

Spanning 690 square kilometers (266 square miles), Wulingyuan Scenic Area includes four sections: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Suoxi Valley Nature Reserve, Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve, and the newly added Yangjiajie Scenic Area.

Today, your tour will cover the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve.

Tianzi Mountain - After purchasing the main park entrance tickets, you’ll take a shuttle bus (20 minutes) to the Tianzi Mountain cable station and walk up 200 steps to reach it.

Tianzi Mountain Clouds - Following a 20-minute cable car ride, you’ll arrive at the top of Tianzi Mountain. A short 5-minute shuttle bus ride will take you to the central area, offering breathtaking views of peaks rising in succession. Known as ‘the Monarch of the Peak Forest,’ the summit provides a panoramic view of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Each season presents beautiful scenes, with four wonders: the Sea of Clouds, the Radiance of the Moonlight, Rays of Sunshine, and Snow in winter.

BaiLong Elevator - After visiting Yuanjiajie (Avatar Mountain), you’ll take a 15-minute shuttle to the Bailong Elevator. This magnificent elevator stands at a total height of 335 meters (1,099 feet), with a running height of 326 meters (1,069 feet). Of the total height, 154 meters (505 feet) are within the mountain wells, while the remaining 172 meters (564 feet) consist of steel derrick and other components. The elevator features three parallel sightseeing elevators, each accommodating 50 passengers at a speed of 3 m/s (accelerated to 5 m/s since 2013). When all three elevators operate simultaneously, they can transport up to 4,000 passengers per hour.

Golden Whip Brook - Enjoy a one-hour hike along the Golden Whip Stream, then take a shuttle out of the park and return to the hotel.

Golden Whip Stream (Jinbian Stream) is renowned for its pristine waters, lush mountains, steep cliffs, and tranquil valley. A true “paradise” for plants, its pathways are adorned with a variety of flowers, trees, and grasses. It is also a haven for animals. Named after Golden Whip Crag, its landmark spot, the stream runs from Laomo Bay to Shui Rao Si Men (water-surrounded gates).

Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge - Next, you’ll head to the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge area, but there won’t be time to visit the Grand Canyon.

Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, also known as Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon skywalk, is the world’s longest and highest glass bridge, suspended over Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. From afar, it resembles a piece of white silk floating among the clouds and fog, earning it the name Yuntiandu, meaning “a way of clouds to the sky.” Standing on it, if you dare, you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Grand Canyon.

Zhangjiajie - Fenghuang. O/N Fenghuang.

Zhangjiajie - At 9:00 am, your tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and transfer you to Zhangjiajie Tianmen Park.

Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Spend 3-4 hours at Tianmen Mountain Park. Depending on traffic, you’ll ascend the hill using either the cable car or shuttle bus.

Tianmen Mountain, known as the “New Legend Of Zhangjiajie,” is the highest point (1,500m) in Zhangjiajie. Here, you can walk on thrilling cliff paths and glass walkways, enjoying a bird’s eye view of the entire city and beautiful countryside. The landscape is distinct yet equally stunning as the ZJJ National Park, making it a must-visit highlight of the city. Astonishingly, this single mountain holds four World Guinness Records, each offering an overwhelmingly impressive experience.

Fenghuang County - After lunch, your guide will escort you to Fenghuang, a 3-hour drive covering 220 km. The Fenghuang (Phoenix) Town, established in 1704, is recognized as a famous national cultural and historical city. Its blue flagstone streets, stilted houses, and Miao nationality customs contribute to its unique charm. For the rest of the day, you can freely explore the ancient town.

Fenghuang - Mount Fanjingshan. O/N Jiangkou.

Phoenix Ancient Town - Today, you’ll fully explore Fenghuang Ancient Town. After breakfast, take a boat along the Tuojiang River, the town’s mother river. The clean river flows gently along the city walls, with water plants swaying in the gentle waves. Occasionally, mist rises from the tranquil green water, creating a fairyland atmosphere. You’ll then be guided to Wanming Pagoda on the river’s north bank. This hexagonal pagoda, approximately 21 meters (69 feet) high, has seven layers. Copper wind bells hang at each corner of the eaves, and the pagoda’s body is adorned with colorful paintings and sculptures.

After admiring the elegant pagoda, you’ll cruise down to the Rainbow Bridge. From the second floor, enjoy views of green hills, blue water, city walls, red slates, and stilted houses. You’ll also see several boats quietly navigating the river.

Mount Fanjingshan - Zhenyuan. O/N Zhenyuan

Mount Fanjing - Your guide will meet you at 9 am and head to Mount Fanjingshan. You’ll take the South Route to ascend the mountain. First, take a park bus from the tourist center to Yu’ao Station, where you’ll board a cable car to the mountain top area, saving time for the highlight areas.

What to see at Fanjingshan:
Located in Tongren, Guizhou province (southwest China), Fanjingshan is the highest peak of the Wuling Mountains, standing 2,570m (8,430ft) above sea level. Besides being a sacred Maitreya mountain for Buddhists, Fanjingshan National Nature Reserve was established and designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, later becoming a World Heritage Site in 2018.

Zhenyuan - Kaili. O/N Kaili

Miao Village - After visiting Zhenyuan town, you’ll transfer to Kaili and visit the Miao villages before checking into the hotel in Kaili. You’ll explore the Lanhua, Jidao, and Langde Miao villages, which are conveniently located near Kaili, requiring only a one-hour drive from the city center.

Langde Village is 30 km from Kaili. Surrounded by green mountains, Langde Village is situated beside a crystal-clear stream. Upon arrival, you’ll partake in the “block-the-way” wine tradition, a local custom for welcoming guests. Twelve tables are set along the path from the highroad to the village gate. You’ll then visit traditional Miao-style stilt houses and enjoy sweet Miao folk songs. Afterward, you can freely stroll along the cobblestone or bluestone-paved roads and courtyards.

Kaili - Congjiang - Zhaoxing. O/N Zhaoxing

Xiaohuang Village - At 8:30 am, your guide will meet you at the Kaili hotel and transfer you to the Congjiang Yintan Dong village, a three-hour drive away.

This village is similar to Xiaohuang village. Yintan Dong village, about twenty kilometers from Congjiang, is one of the most representative Dong villages in Guizhou, known for its Dong buildings and the daily life of this minority. Although the houses are relatively recent (50-100 years old), they adhere to Dong architectural rules. The village’s natural environment, houses, drum towers, and pavilions are distinctly different from those in the West. The village’s drum tower rises 21 feet high in the center, making it an unmissable landmark. Visitors feel immersed in time amidst the well-preserved buildings.

Zhaoxing DongZhai - After visiting Basha village, you’ll drive to Liping Zhaoxing Dong village, a one-hour drive via the highway, where you’ll stay.

Zhaoxing Dong Village, located in Liping County, southeast of Guizhou Province, is one of the largest Dong Villages in the Qiandongnan area of Guizhou. Entering Zhaoxing Dong Village feels like stepping back in time. All the village’s buildings are wooden-stilt houses. This picturesque village is renowned for its beautiful natural scenery and unique ethnic flavor. It is surrounded by lush mountains with a crystal-clear stream running through.

Zhaoxing Dong village. O/N Zhaoxing

Zhaoxing - Guiyang. O/N Guiyang.

Zhaoxing DongZhai - Your guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby around 9:00 am. You’ll be escorted to the renowned Guiyang Qinyan ancient town, a 4-hour ride covering 295 km.

Qingyan Ancient Town - Qingyan Ancient Town was established in 1378 by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the first emperor of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).

Today, the town spans 3 square kilometers. It retains much of its original layout and many ancient buildings from the Qing (1644–1912) and even the Ming dynasty. Visitors can see well-preserved stone-slab lanes, archways, watchtowers, and battlements.

Originally built of stone, the town’s fantastic stone walls still stand, with gates facing north, south, east, and west. Initially, eight stone tablets stood outside the gates, and three remain today, each intricately sculpted.

Many other historical relics survive. Among its 37 tourist attractions are 9 temples, 8 shrines, 5 pavilions, 3 caves, 2 ancestral halls, 1 palace, and 1 academy. There are also 3 ancient archways. Most of these ancient buildings are exquisitely carved with terrapins, dragons, and other traditional Chinese patterns.

Guiyang - Finally, your guide will escort you to your hotel or Guiyang airport/train station, concluding your 8-day tour services.

• Private car and guide
• Driver and car costs included
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• The entrance tickets around 1200CNY per person
• The hotel and food

• Can add more days if you want

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.