9-Day Hunan Panorama Tour
Zhangjiajie · Changsha · Ancient Towns of Western Hunan
Highlights
- World Natural Heritage · Zhangjiajie’s Spectacular Pillar Landscape
- Tianmen Mountain’s Cloud-top Wonderland
- Changsha, the Star City: Vibrant Local Culture
- Ethnic Charm of Western Hunan’s Ancient Towns
- Authentic Hunan Cuisine Experience
Price includes
- A dedicated air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver in each city
- A licensed English-speaking guide in each city
- All attraction admission tickets included in the itinerary
- Four-star hotels including daily breakfast
- List intercity flights and trains
- 24×7 support hotline throughout the trip
Price excludes
- International round-trip flights to/from China
- Chinese visa fees
- Personal expenses, guide / driver gratuities
- Lunches and dinners not specified
- Travel insurance
Itinerary at a Glance
| Day | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Star City's Fireworks |
| 2 | Changsha Cultural Tour |
| 3 | Changsha→Zhangjiajie |
| 4 | Zhangjiajie National Forest Park・Core Mountain Scenic Area |
| 5 | Zhangjiajie National Forest Park・In-Depth Canyon Tour |
| 6 | Tianmen Mountain Full Day (a Separate Scenic Area, Not Part of the Forest Park) |
| 7 | Zhangjiajie → Furong Town |
| 8 | Furong Town → Fenghuang Ancient Town |
| 9 | Fenghuang Ancient Town → Changsha |
Itinerary
1Star City's Fireworks
Arrive in Changsha and check into the hotel to relax. In the evening, stroll along a distinctive commercial street, sample authentic local snacks, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this city that never sleeps.
2Changsha Cultural Tour
Answer the call of Orange Isle, gazing upon the statue of the young revolutionary leader and appreciating the red heritage rooted in his homeland.
Continue to Yuelu Mountain and step into Yuelu Academy, a millennium-old seat of learning, for an immersive encounter with the profound heritage of Huxiang culture.
3Changsha→Zhangjiajie
Travel from Changsha to Zhangjiajie by high-speed rail / flight, then spend the afternoon exploring Tusi City and immersing yourself in the Tujia ethnic group’s thousand-year-old cultural heritage.
4Zhangjiajie National Forest Park・Core Mountain Scenic Area
Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in depth, ascending skyward aboard the Bailong Elevator. During the 88-second vertical ascent, take in the grandeur of 3,000 extraordinary peaks.
Venture deep into Yuanjiajie and Yangjiajie to discover the real-life inspiration for Avatar’s Hallelujah Mountain—the Southern Sky Pillar. Watch 3,000 peaks soar into the clouds and marvel at the breathtaking grandeur of the quartz sandstone landscape, shrouded in mist and shaped by nature’s masterful hand.
5Zhangjiajie National Forest Park・In-Depth Canyon Tour
Enter Zhangjiajie National Forest Park for a second time and stroll along its classic route at the foot of the mountains—the Golden Whip Stream Canyon, passing through primeval forest with a clear stream accompanying you all the way.
Board the sightseeing train through the Ten-Mile Gallery and admire the continuous peaks along the way as a picturesque landscape gradually unfolds.
6Tianmen Mountain Full Day (a Separate Scenic Area, Not Part of the Forest Park)
Full-day in-depth exploration of Tianmen Mountain: Take the world’s longest high-altitude passenger cableway up the mountain, walk along the cliffside glass walkway, and experience the breathtaking sensation of standing above sheer precipices.
Look down on the Ninety-Nine Bends Avenue to Heaven, winding like a silver snake between the clouds and sheer cliffs.
⚠️Important: Tianmen Mountain requiresadvance timed reservations with a passportand slots sell out quickly during peak season. There are three cableway routes—A/B/C—so secure your time slot in advance. It cannot be visited on the same day as the Forest Park; the two sites are 30 km apart.
7Zhangjiajie → Furong Town
Travel by vehicle to “Furong Town, the Millennium-Old Ancient Town Hanging on a Waterfall”。，stroll along the bluestone-paved streets, and sample the local specialty rice tofu.
In the evening, enjoy the live performance 《Blossoming Furong · Bizika’s Carnival》, which incorporates elements of intangible cultural heritage.
8Furong Town → Fenghuang Ancient Town
Journey to Fenghuang Ancient Town and venture deep into an authentic Miao village in western Hunan to experience traditional Miao silver jewelry and attire up close, savor the warm gate-blocking welcome wine, and immerse yourself in rich Miao customs。
Stroll leisurely along both banks of the Tuojiang River at dusk；after nightfall, admire the ancient town’s dazzling lights, enjoy a boat ride on the Tuojiang River, and watch the dreamlike seven-tiered water-screen light show。
9Fenghuang Ancient Town → Changsha
Travel by coach back to Changsha in the early morning. Enjoy some free time to shop for Hunan-style souvenirs, then conclude your Hunan journey blending scenic beauty and cultural heritage according to your flight / train schedule.