China's Grand Scenic Odyssey
From Pandora's Floating Mountains to Timeless Chinese Villages
Day 1: Arrival in Zhangjiajie's Natural Wonderland
Welcome to the Stone Forest Kingdom
Meals: No meals
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Area
Begin your Hunan adventure arriving at Zhangjiajie, home to the otherworldly quartz-sandstone pillars that inspired James Cameron's Avatar. After airport greeting, transfer to your hotel in Wulingyuan, the gateway to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Settle in and prepare for tomorrow's exploration of this geological marvel.
Day 2: Avatar Mountains & Imperial Peaks
Yuanjiajie's Floating Peaks and Tianzi Mountain Majesty
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Area
Experience the iconic Bailong Elevator ascent to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, walking among the Hallelujah Mountains that defined cinematic landscapes. Witness the "First Stone Bridge in the World" and capture panoramic views that seem straight from Pandora.
Continue to Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve via scenic shuttle, where jagged peaks pierce through cloud seas and ancient forests cling to dramatic cliffs. Conclude with the Ten-mile Gallery's picturesque train ride, marveling at nature's stone sculptures before returning to Wulingyuan.
Day 3: Glass Skywalks and Heavenly Gates
Thrilling Heights at Grand Canyon and Tianmen Mountain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Zhangjiajie City
Challenge your vertigo at the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, walking 300 meters above canyon depths on the world's longest transparent walkway. Enjoy local Hunan cuisine before ascending Tianmen Mountain via cable car.
Discover the legendary Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate), a natural arch formation piercing the mountain face. Walk the cliff-hanging glass walkways before transferring to your Zhangjiajie city accommodation.
Day 4: Ancient Towns Along the River Road
From Hibiscus Village to Phoenix Ancient Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Fenghuang Ancient Town
Journey toward Fenghuang (Phoenix Ancient Town), stopping first at Furong Town, the 2000-year-old "Hibiscus Village" immortalized in Chinese cinema. Wander through waterfall-side streets and ancient stone pathways.
Arrive at UNESCO-listed Fenghuang Ancient Town, where Qing Dynasty architecture lines the Tuojiang River. Embark on a traditional boat cruise past stilted houses to the iconic Rainbow Bridge. Explore literary history at Sheng Congwen's Former Residence and climb the ancient East Gate Tower. Evening brings magical illumination as lanterns reflect on river waters.
Day 5: Morning Mists and Departure
Farewell to Ancient Phoenix
Meals: Breakfast
Capture final photographs of morning mists rising over Fenghuang's ancient rooftops. Enjoy leisure time wandering cobblestone lanes before the scenic return transfer to Zhangjiajie airport or railway station, concluding your journey through Hunan's most spectacular landscapes.
Note: Itinerary timing may adjust based on weather conditions and operational requirements. Proper walking shoes recommended for mountain paths.