The Grand Odyssey: China's Ancient Kingdoms & Modern Marvels
Experience China's Most Dazzling Urban and Natural Wonders
Day 1: Arrival in Cyberpunk Chongqing
Welcome to China's Mountain Metropolis
Meals: No meals
Accommodation: In Chongqing
Your adventure begins in Chongqing, China's breathtaking cyberpunk city built on mountains. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Settle in and prepare to explore this mesmerizing urban landscape where modern architecture meets natural terrain. The evening offers your first glimpse of Chongqing's spectacular nightscape and the iconic Chaotianmen area.
Day 2: Chongqing's Urban Wonders
From Ancient Towns to Futuristic Cityscapes
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chongqing
Today immerses you in Chongqing's fascinating contrasts. Begin at the Chongqing Three Gorges Museum to understand the region's rich culture, then step back in time at the Ancient Town of Ciqikou, preserving old Chongqing's charm. Experience the internet-famous Liziba Station where subways magically pass through buildings.
The highlight awaits at the Yangtze River Ropeway, offering breathtaking panoramic views of this mountain city. Cross the river to explore Hongya Cave, an incredible stilted building complex showcasing traditional architecture against modern cityscapes. Enjoy Ba-Yu culture, local delicacies, and the stunning "Hongya Dicui" scenery along the Yangtze riverside.
Day 3: Journey to Zhangjiajie's Heavenly Gate
From Urban Marvels to Natural Wonders
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Wulingyuan
After breakfast, transfer to the high-speed train station for your scenic journey to Zhangjiajie. Your Zhangjiajie guide awaits your arrival. Following lunch, prepare for the awe-inspiring Tianmen Mountain adventure. Experience the world's longest cable car ride and discover six incredible wonders: the thrilling Glass Skywalk, sacred Tianmen Temple, beautiful Bonsai Garden, magnificent Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate), and the winding Connected-Heaven Avenue. After this unforgettable experience, transfer to your Wulingyuan hotel.
Day 4: Avatar's Pandora in Reality
Exploring Zhangjiajie's Floating Mountains
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Wulingyuan
Today enters the magical world of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Begin at Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, ascending via the incredible Bailong Elevator carved into the mountain. Stand before the real-life "Avatar Mountains" that inspired the film's Hallelujah Mountains and marvel at the "First Stone Bridge in the World."
Continue to Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve by battery car, where majestic peaks, deep valleys, and pristine forests create nature's masterpiece. With luck, witness the breathtaking sea of clouds. Conclude with the Ten-mile Gallery scenic train ride, passing unique rock formations that resemble a living landscape painting.
Day 5: Grand Canyon Thrills and Departure
Walking on Air Above Zhangjiajie
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Your final day begins with the ultimate adrenaline experience: the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, the world's longest and highest glass-bottom bridge. Test your courage while enjoying unparalleled views of the canyon below. After lunch, visit serene Baofeng Lake, often called the "Jade Pool of the World." Cruise crystal waters surrounded by waterfalls and unique karst formations while listening to Tujia ethnic folk songs.
Following this perfect blend of thrill and tranquility, transfer to Zhangjiajie Airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable journey from cyberpunk cityscapes to Avatar-inspired landscapes.