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Fenghuang Ancient Town lit up over the Tuo River

Xiangxi Panorama: 6-Day Signature Tour, Starting in Zhangjiajie

Price on request
Duration
6 days · 5 nights

Overview

This 6-day, 5-night route covers Zhangjiajie, Wulingyuan and Fenghuang Ancient Town. The programme centres on the forest park, Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, Tianmen Mountain and Fenghuang Ancient Town, linking summit views, valley walks and transfer days. It suits travellers who enjoy mountain landscapes and old-town waterfronts and can manage steps and sustained walking; pickup and drop-off are in Zhangjiajie, so plan your own arrival and departure around the daily meeting and transfer times.

Highlights

Through Zhangjiajie's sandstone peaks

Yuanjiajie and Tianzi Mountain offer different views of the sandstone pillars, while the Ten-Mile Gallery adds valley scenery.

Sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie National Park

A glass bridge above the canyon

Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and its glass bridge add a different canyon perspective for travellers comfortable with elevated viewpoints, subject to opening and safety requirements.

The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon glass bridge

Fenghuang along the Tuo River

Fenghuang Ancient Town and the Tuo River stepping stones shift the journey from mountains to riverside lanes, suited to travellers who enjoy old-town walks.

Fenghuang along the Tuo River · Illustrative landscape from Zhangjiajie

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Zhangjiajie / Transfer, check-in and free time
Cliffs of Tianmen Mountain, Zhangjiajie

Make your own way to Zhangjiajie from elsewhere in China or abroad. You are met at Zhangjiajie West Station and taken to the hotel. Early arrivals can explore the city on their own; meals are at your own expense. No driver or guide accompanies you during free time. Staff will contact you in advance to confirm who will meet you, where and when.

  • MealsMeals not included (at your own expense)
  • TransportIndependent arrival in Zhangjiajie · Zhangjiajie West Station-to-hotel transfer
  • StayZhangjiajie
Day 2Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Ten-Mile Gallery and Charming Xiangxi
Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Ten-Mile Gallery and Charming Xiangxi

After breakfast, meet at about 07:00 for Wulingyuan. Take the park shuttle and the complimentary one-way Bailong Elevator up to Yuanjiajie, then continue to Tianzi Mountain. After lunch, explore Tianzi Mountain and ride the complimentary one-way cableway down before visiting the Ten-Mile Gallery, where you can walk or take the sightseeing train at extra cost. After dinner, the complimentary Charming Xiangxi show is scheduled, though traffic, cancellations or other exceptional circumstances may prevent attendance.

Stops: Yuanjiajie · Tianzi Mountain · Ten-Mile Gallery · Complimentary Charming Xiangxi show; may be cancelled if suspended or otherwise unavailable

  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  • TransportLocal air-conditioned tour vehicle, one seat per person; vehicle use during free time is excluded · Park shuttle bus · Complimentary one-way Bailong Elevator · Complimentary one-way Tianzi Mountain cableway
  • StayWulingyuan
Day 3Golden Whip Stream and Huangshizhai / Free time in Zhangjiajie city
Golden Whip Stream and Huangshizhai / Free time in Zhangjiajie city

After breakfast, visit Golden Whip Stream and take the complimentary return cableway to Huangshizhai, or relax at Oxygen Bar Square instead. After lunch, return to Zhangjiajie city and check in. The afternoon is free; dinner is at your own expense. You may book an outdoor evening show at extra cost.

Stops: Golden Whip Stream · Huangshizhai

  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch
  • TransportLocal air-conditioned tour vehicle, one seat per person; vehicle use during free time is excluded · Complimentary return Huangshizhai cableway
  • StayZhangjiajie
Day 4Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge

After breakfast, meet at about 07:00 for Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and the Glass Bridge, with about three hours of sightseeing. The listed package includes the Treasure-Hunt Elevator, Sculpture Elevator, Rainbow Lake cruise and slide. Strong winds, heavy rain or other weather may close the bridge. After lunch, return to your Zhangjiajie city hotel and enjoy free time. Dinner is at your own expense.

Stops: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon · Glass Bridge; may close in extreme weather

  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch
  • TransportLocal air-conditioned tour vehicle, one seat per person; vehicle use during free time is excluded · Elevators, slide and Rainbow Lake cruise listed in the Grand Canyon package
  • StayZhangjiajie
Day 5Tianmen Mountain, Tianmen Cave and glass walkway / Continue to Fenghuang
Tianmen Mountain, Tianmen Cave and glass walkway / Continue to Fenghuang

After breakfast, visit Tianmen Mountain by the reserved cableway route, including Guigu Walkway, Tianmen Cave and the glass walkway. Through-mountain escalators and shoe covers are complimentary. The route and timing depend on the reservation and cannot be selected. Heavy snow, ice, thunderstorms or other weather may restrict access. After lunch, drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town, including the old-town shuttle. Check in and explore the town; dinner is at your own expense.

Stops: Tianmen Mountain · Tianmen Cave and glass walkway; may close due to weather or other conditions

  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch
  • TransportLocal air-conditioned tour vehicle, one seat per person; vehicle use during free time is excluded · Cableway included in the reserved Tianmen Mountain route · Complimentary Tianmen Mountain through-mountain escalators and shoe covers · Fenghuang Ancient Town shuttle bus
  • StayFenghuang Ancient Town
Day 6Fenghuang and Tuo River stepping stones / Local finish
Stepping stones across the Tuo River

After breakfast, explore Fenghuang for about three hours, walking beside the Tuo River, through old streets and by the stepping stones. After lunch, finish in Fenghuang or return by road to Zhangjiajie city, a drive of about four hours. Choose the finishing arrangement and onward transport when booking. Dinner is at your own expense.

Stops: Fenghuang Ancient Town · Tuo River stepping stones

  • MealsBreakfast · Lunch
  • TransportLocal air-conditioned tour vehicle, one seat per person; vehicle use during free time is excluded · Choose to finish in Fenghuang or return by road to Zhangjiajie city

Included and not included

Included

  • Local air-conditioned group-tour vehicle, one seat per person. Transfers use a business vehicle or van; itinerary vehicles range from 7 to 33 seats according to actual numbers. Vehicle capacity is not the maximum group size.
  • Local licensed Chinese-speaking guide for group sightseeing; dedicated staff handle arrival transfers. Free time excludes guide service.
  • Five nights; select deluxe or premium accommodation when booking. Overnight areas are listed in the daily plan.
  • Five breakfasts and six main meals; see the daily plan.
  • Main admission to listed attractions and explicitly complimentary elevators, cableways and shows. Complimentary activities may be cancelled if suspended or otherwise unavailable.

Not included

  • Ten-Mile Gallery sightseeing train is optional and paid separately.
  • Single-room supplements, personal travel accident insurance, meals not listed as included and personal expenses.
  • Flights, trains and other travel to Zhangjiajie and onward from where the tour ends.

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