Zhangjiajie + Wulingyuan + Fenghuang Ancient City5-Day 4-Night Private Tour
2. Tour Overview
- Destinations: Zhangjiajie, Wulingyuan, Fenghuang Ancient City
- Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights
- Transportation: Private car, high-speed train, scenic shuttle buses, Bailong Elevator, Tianzi Mountain Cableway, Tianmen Mountain Cableway, express cableway, sightseeing train, cruise ship, cable car, etc.
- Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Howard Johnson Nabaili Resort Hotel, Fenghuang Shanshui Lianxin Boutique Resort (Yunqiao Branch, Fenghuang Ancient City), etc.
3. Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Wulingyuan
- Arrival: Arrive in Zhangjiajie from anywhere, private car pickup from airport/train station, transfer to hotel (approx. 20 km / 30 minutes).
- Lunch: At own expense. Recommended: Fu Zhengyi Sanjin Guo (Shadi Branch), reference standard 90 yuan/pax.
- Free Time: Explore Zhangjiajie, take care of stomach comfort and personal safety.
- Dinner: At own expense. Recommended: Zhaizili Penpen Cai, reference standard 80 yuan/pax.
- Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Howard Johnson Nabaili Resort Hotel.
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Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
- Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast, 88 yuan/pax standard.
- Morning: Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Wujia Valley Entrance), take Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, explore Soul Terrace, No.1 Bridge Under Heaven, Heaven Pillar, etc.; then visit Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area, admire Imperial Brush Peak, Fairy Scattering Flowers (He Long Park), Tianzi Pavilion, etc.
- Lunch: At own expense. Recommended: Jiahe Tianzi Mountain Ecological Restaurant, reference standard 80 yuan/pax.
- Dinner: At own expense, reference standard 50 yuan/pax.
- Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Howard Johnson Nabaili Resort Hotel.
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Day 3: Ten-Mile Gallery - Golden Whip Stream Grand Canyon - Optional Grand Canyon / Yellow Dragon Cave
- Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast, 88 yuan/pax standard.
- Morning: Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, explore Golden Whip Rock, Ten-Mile Gallery, Three Sisters Peak, Old Man Gathering Herbs, etc.
- Lunch: At own expense. Recommended: Yinxiang Laizaotai Sanjin Guo · Western Hunan Local Cuisine (Yellow Dragon Cave Branch), reference standard 50 yuan/pax.
- Dinner: At own expense, reference standard 90 yuan/pax.
- Accommodation: Zhangjiajie Howard Johnson Nabaili Resort Hotel.
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Day 4: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Fenghuang Ancient City
- Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast, 88 yuan/pax standard.
- Morning: Visit Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, take Tianmen Mountain Cableway, explore Tianmen Cave, Tianmen Waterfall, Dove Tree Garden, Stairway to Heaven, Yefu Treasure Hiding, etc.
- Lunch: At own expense. Recommended: Zhaizili Penpen Cai (Tianmen Mountain Cableway Branch), reference standard 90 yuan/pax.
- Afternoon: Take high-speed train to Fenghuang Ancient City (departs approx. 14:38, arrives 15:36).
- Dinner: At own expense. Recommended: Hongji La Buyiyang, reference standard 90 yuan/pax.
- Accommodation: Fenghuang Shanshui Lianxin Boutique Resort (Yunqiao Branch, Fenghuang Ancient City).
- Free Time: Optional "Dream Tuojiang Bonfire Party" (at own expense) and Miao ethnic costume experience.
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Day 5: Fenghuang Ancient City
- Breakfast: Hotel breakfast, 80 yuan/pax standard (free for children under 1.2m).
- Morning: Explore Fenghuang Ancient City, including Wanming Pagoda, Duocui Building, Tuojiang Rock Jumping, Shawan Scenic Area, North Gate Tower, Huilong Pavilion Stilted Buildings, Hongqiao Wind and Rain Tower, Stone Slate Old Street, Fenghuang Square, Former Residence of Shen Congwen, Wanshou Palace, etc.
- Lunch: At own expense, taste local snacks freely, reference standard 60 yuan/pax.
- Transfer: Private car transfer to train station according to departure schedule.
4. Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
- First entrance tickets: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Upward Bailong Elevator, Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
- Selected hotel breakfasts
- Airport/train station pickup and drop-off service
- Core scenic shuttle buses, elevators and cableways
- Drone aerial video on Day 2 & Day 3
- Miao ethnic costume experience in ancient town (Day 3 & Day 4)
- All meals except specified breakfasts
- Optional internal transfers: Ten-Mile Gallery sightseeing train, Tianmen Mountain escalator, etc.
- "Dream Tuojiang Bonfire Party" ticket
- Personal expenses (shopping, souvenirs, etc.)
5. Important Tips
- Do not eat too much spicy food or hot pot on the first day to avoid stomach discomfort.
- Take care of personal and property safety during free activities.
- Respect local ethnic minority culture and customs; avoid conflicts with local residents.
- Mountain areas are cool, bring a thin jacket; weather changes quickly, free raincoat provided if rainy.
- For safety: Walk without looking at scenery; look at scenery without walking.
- Departure time may be earlier during peak tourist season, please prepare in advance.
- Guide/driver/WeChat assistant will confirm departure time one day in advance and arrange itinerary as needed.
- Tianmen Cave may close in winter due to icy roads; please check scenic area notice before visit.
- Hotel check-in: 14:00. Early arrival can store luggage. Security deposit required, refunded if no damage.
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Make a phone call
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Traffic safety tips
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Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
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Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
