5-Day Group Tour: Avatar Peaks & Ancient Towns of Zhangjiajie

Arrive in Zhangjiajie by high-speed train, where you will be warmly greeted by your private driver. Enjoy a smooth transfer to Wulingyuan, the gateway to Zhangjiajie’s world-famous landscapes. After check-in, settle into your hotel and take time to relax, surrounded by misty mountains and pristine natural scenery. This gentle arrival day sets the tone for the spectacular landscapes and cultural discoveries that await over the coming days.

Accommodation: Sunshine Courtyard Hotel, Wulingyuan
Meals: Not included

Begin the day at Baofeng Lake, a tranquil alpine lake framed by dramatic karst peaks and lush greenery. Enjoy a scenic boat ride across its crystal-clear waters, often described as a fairyland-like landscape hidden among the mountains. In the afternoon, continue to the spectacular Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, famous for its steep cliffs, dense greenery, and breathtaking viewpoints. Adventurous travelers may also choose to experience the world-famous Glass Bridge, suspended high above the canyon floor, for an unforgettable skywalk experience and sweeping views of the dramatic landscape below.

Accommodation: Sunshine Courtyard Hotel, Wulingyuan
Meals: Breakfast

Today, discover the iconic scenery of Yuanjiajie, the area that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar. Marvel at the towering sandstone pillars rising dramatically from the forested valley below, creating one of Zhangjiajie’s most recognizable and awe-inspiring landscapes. Continue to Tianzi Mountain, known for its sweeping panoramic views of misty peaks, ravines, and cloud-wrapped cliffs. The scenery here is especially magical when layered with morning fog. After the sightseeing, transfer to Zhangjiajie city center for your overnight stay and enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure.

Accommodation: Days Hotel by Wyndham or equivalent, Zhangjiajie City
Meals: Breakfast

Travel to Furong Ancient Town, a picturesque Tujia minority village dramatically built around a cascading waterfall. Wander through stone-paved lanes, admire traditional wooden stilt houses, and enjoy scenic viewpoints overlooking the flowing water and surrounding hills. Later, continue onward to Fenghuang Ancient Town, one of China’s most romantic riverside towns. As evening falls, the town becomes especially enchanting, with lantern-lit bridges, traditional architecture, and glowing reflections dancing across the Tuojiang River. This day combines ethnic charm, historic atmosphere, and some of the most photogenic townscapes in western Hunan.

Accommodation: Zuixiangxi Grand Hotel or equivalent, Fenghuang
Meals: Breakfast

Spend the morning exploring Fenghuang Ancient Town at a relaxed pace. Stroll along the riverside, cross old bridges, visit ancient residences, and soak in the town’s poetic charm and rich history. Later, transfer back to Zhangjiajie for your high-speed train departure, bringing your journey to an end. Though short in length, this itinerary offers a memorable blend of natural wonders, ethnic culture, dramatic mountain scenery, and timeless ancient towns.

Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast