Peakpool Brook Hideaway
50 meters south of Xianzonglin Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute, Baofeng Road, Jundiping Subdistrict, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China
Tour Overview
Day 1: Arrival in Zhangjiajie — Tianmen Mountain sightseeing | Overnight: Wulingyuan District Day 2: Wulingyuan full-day tour (Tianzi Mountain one-way cable car + Yuanjiajie one-way Bailong Elevator) | Breakfast included | Overnight: Wulingyuan District Day 3: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge + Jinbian Stream | Breakfast included | Overnight: Downtown Zhangjiajie Day 4: Tianmen Mountain in-depth visit + Transfer to Furong Ancient Town | Breakfast included | Overnight: Furong Ancient Town Day 5: Full-day Fenghuang Ancient Town exploration | Breakfast included | Overnight: Fenghuang Ancient Town Day 6: Morning free time in Fenghuang — High-speed rail back to Shanghai | Breakfast included | Tour ends
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Cities
Zhangjiajie
Travel Style
Private Tour
Travel Themes
Heritage Tours
Itinerary at a Glance
Daily Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 Arrive in Zhangjiajie | Explore Tianmen Mountain, the Soul of Zhangjiajie
Route: Airport / High‑speed rail station pickup → Hotel check‑in → Tianmen Mountain → Transfer to Wulingyuan hotel Meals: No meals included
Upon your arrival at Zhangjiajie Airport / High‑speed Railway Station, our local guide and driver will pick you up and transfer to your hotel for check‑in. Rest for a while to get adapted to the mountain climate.
In the afternoon, visit Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, reputed as “Soul of Zhangjiajie” and “No.1 Sacred Mountain of Western Hunan”. Take the world’s longest mountain cable car soaring over the whole city. Walk along the thrilling 60m Glass Skywalk and 1.6km Cliff‑Hanging Plank Road at an altitude of 1,430 meters, feeling like walking above clouds.
Admire the twisting 99‑Bend Road to Heaven and Tianmen Cave — the world’s highest natural mountain arch wrapped in floating mist with magical shifting light and shadow. After sightseeing, transfer to hotel in Wulingyuan District for a quiet rest away from downtown noise.
Day 2
Day 2 Wulingyuan Core Scenic Area | Tianzi Mountain Sea of Peaks & Avatar Yuanjiajie
Route Overview: Wulingyuan Scenic Area → Cable car up to Tianzi Mountain → Yuanjiajie → Bailong Elevator down Trip Data Altitude gain: +326 m | Altitude range: 1074–1262.5 m Difficulty: ☆☆ Easy. Eco‑shuttle buses inside scenic zone, suitable for seniors and children Walking distance: about 6–9 km Total time (with breaks): 7–9 hours
Meals: Breakfast included; Lunch & Dinner at your own expense
Morning: Tianzi Mountain
After breakfast, spend the whole day exploring Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Wulingyuan World Natural Heritage Site). Take the one‑way cable car up to Tianzi Mountain, known as “King of All Peaks”.
Visit core viewing platforms: ‑ Imperial Writing Brush Peaks ‑ Dianjiangtai Platform & West Sea Peak Forest ‑ He Long Park & Tianzi Pavilion
Over 3,000 jagged stone pillars spread out endlessly. Surging sea of clouds between peaks made this spot a famous shooting location for classic Chinese TV series Journey to the West. Enjoy 360° panoramic views of the grand peak forest.
Afternoon: Yuanjiajie
Head to Yuanjiajie Scenic Zone, then descend via one‑way Bailong Elevator — the Guinness‑record “World’s Tallest Outdoor Sightseeing Elevator”. It only takes 66 seconds to drop 326 meters to the valley bottom with spectacular overhead peak views.
Don’t miss: ‑ South Sky Pillar (the prototype of Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar) ‑ World’s First Natural Stone Bridge ‑ Lost Soul Platform & Backyard Garden
Wander through the real‑life Pandora wonderland and appreciate the unique quartz sandstone peak forest landscape. Return to Wulingyuan hotel after the tour.
Day 3
Day 3 World-famous Glass Bridge & Jinbian Stream Forest Oxygen Bar
Route: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge → Jinbian Stream → Downtown Zhangjiajie Walking Distance: ~4‑6 km Duration: ~6 hours
Meals: Breakfast included; Lunch & Dinner at your own expense
Morning: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
After breakfast, drive to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to visit the landmark Glass Bridge (Yuntiandu). As the world’s longest and highest glass‑bottom suspension bridge, it stretches 375 meters long and hangs 300 meters above the valley.
Walking on transparent glass panels, you overlook lush forests and swirling mist deep below, bringing a thrilling yet relaxing experience. The canyon is dotted with countless waterfalls and clear brooks, filled with high‑concentration negative oxygen ions.
Afternoon: Jinbian Stream
Go back to the national forest park and stroll along Jinbian Stream, praised as “the most beautiful canyon brook on earth”.
The flat riverside path requires no climbing, shaded by ancient trees all year round. Listen to flowing water, watch stone peaks reflected on crystal water and refresh yourself in the natural forest oxygen bar to release travel fatigue.
After sightseeing, transfer to downtown Zhangjiajie hotel. In the evening you are free to try various local Hunan snacks and food.
Day 4
Day 4 In-depth Tianmen Mountain Tour + Furong Ancient Town — The Town Hanging on Waterfall
Route: Revisit Tianmen Mountain → Drive to Furong Ancient Town Driving time to Furong Town: ~1.5 hrsMeals: Breakfast included; Lunch & Dinner at your own expense
Morning: In‑depth Tianmen Mountain
After breakfast, revisit Tianmen Mountain for an in‑depth leisure tour with fewer crowds. Visit tranquil Tianmen Temple surrounded by green woods and Yunmenxianding (the mountain’s highest peak at 1,518m). Overlook the whole mountain range and downtown panorama, experiencing peaceful Buddhist charm and magnificent mountain scenery.
Afternoon & Evening: Furong Ancient Town
Drive to 2,000‑year‑old Furong Ancient Town, famous as “the ancient town hanging on a grand waterfall”.
Wander stone alleys and visit cultural relics: ‑ Xizhou Bronze Pillar ‑ Tuwang Wind & Rain Bridge ‑ Youyang Palace (ancient Tujia chieftain summer palace)
Taste local specialty rice tofu and other folk snacks. At dusk, admire the spectacular 60m‑wide central waterfall. When night falls, thousands of warm lanterns light up Tujia stilted houses beside the waterfall. Glowing reflections float on the water surface, creating a dreamlike fairy‑tale atmosphere. Stay overnight in Furong Ancient Town to enjoy quiet night views of the waterfall.
Day 5
Day 5 Full Day Fenghuang Ancient Town Tour — Ink-Wash Tuojiang River & Stilt House Nightscape
Route: Furong Town → Fenghuang Ancient Town full‑day exploration Driving time: ~1.5 hrsMeals: Breakfast included; Lunch & Dinner at your own expense
After breakfast, transfer to Fenghuang Ancient Town, the most picturesque riverside ancient town in China.
Roam cobblestone lanes lined with well‑preserved Qing Dynasty architectures. Visit: ‑ Shen Congwen Former Residence ‑ Ancient East Gate Tower ‑ Hongqiao Rainbow Bridge
Feel the poetic Western Hunan described in the classic novel Border Town. Drop by ethnic craft workshops to watch Miao silver carving and batik making — precious intangible cultural heritage.
Optional Tuojiang River Cruise: Choose daytime sailing to witness authentic local riverside life, or evening cruise to appreciate shimmering lantern reflections dancing on the water.
When night comes, red lanterns light up both riverbanks. Stilt house silhouettes mirrored on the calm Tuojiang River. Lively night markets fill the alleys with strong local atmosphere. You can take Hanfu or Miao ethnic costume photos at popular shooting spots. Stay overnight in Fenghuang Ancient Town with the soft river breeze as your companion.
Day 6
Day 6 Morning Leisure in Fenghuang — High-speed Rail Back to Shanghai, Tour Ends
Get up early to enjoy the misty quiet morning of Fenghuang Ancient Town with fewer tourists, perfect for capturing peaceful ink‑wash‑style photos. Walk freely along ancient streets and pick up local souvenirs.
According to your train schedule, our driver will transfer you to Fenghuang High‑speed Railway Station. Take the bullet train back to Shanghai, marking a perfect end to your 6‑day Western Hunan landscape & culture journey.
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Brief itinerary
This 6-day shopping-free Western Hunan full-scenery tour offers a rare two-part in-depth visit to Tianmen Mountain, together with Wulingyuan’s Tianzi Mountain, Avatar peaks at Yuanjiajie, tranquil Jinbian Stream and the world-famous Grand Canyon Glass Bridge. It connects Furong Ancient Town known as “the town hanging on waterfalls” and ink-style Fenghuang Ancient Town. Cable cars and Bailong Elevator are provided to cut tiring uphill walks, with well-situated accommodation near each scenic spot. You will enjoy world-class quartz sandstone peaks and mountain streams by day, plus fantastic illuminated water town night views after dark. The one-way route avoids backtracking, and the trip concludes with a direct high-speed rail ride back to Shanghai from Fenghuang. Blending spectacular natural landscapes and authentic Tujia & Miao folk culture, the relaxed pace suits travelers of all ages including seniors and children.
route features
6‑day private western‑Hunan journey with dedicated English‑speaking guide and private air‑conditioned vehicle throughout, zero shared‑group travellers ‑ 2‑night exclusive stay at Peakpool Brook Hideaway, a stylish mountain boutique retreat close to Wulingyuan scenic entrance for convenient access to Avatar‑peak forest
‑ Comprehensive Zhangjiajie highlights: Tianmen Mountain world‑longest cable car, thrilling glass skywalk & cliff plank road, UNESCO Wulingyuan quartz‑sandstone peaks, Bailong Elevator and the famous Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
‑ Leisurely forest walk along Golden Whip Stream, a flat shaded natural oxygen‑bar trail suitable for seniors and families
‑ Explore two iconic ancient towns: waterfall‑hanging Furong Ancient Town and literary‑famous Fenghuang Ancient Town; experience both daylight atmosphere and dreamy red‑lantern night views
‑ Well‑balanced sightseeing rhythm, with sufficient free time for local snacks, handicraft shopping and photography
‑ Revisit Tianmen Mountain for in‑depth sightseeing to avoid heavy daytime crowds
‑ Convenient tour ending: direct private transfer to Fenghuang high‑speed railway station for your bullet‑train trip back to Shanghai
‑ Fully‑adjustable daily schedule; visiting sequence can be rearranged to bypass peak‑season crowds
Exclusions
Exclusions：
❌ Flight & high‑speed‑train tickets (including Shanghai‑bound bullet train)
❌ Visa fees and travel insurance
❌ All lunches and dinners
❌ Optional add‑ons: river cruise, costume photoshoot, personal shopping & drinks
❌ Single‑room supplement
❌ Tips for guide and driver
❌ Other personal spending & services not mentioned in itinerary
Inclusions：
✅ Private air‑conditioned vehicle for all ground transfers per itinerary
✅ English‑speaking local private guide service
✅ Scenic spot entrance tickets listed in itinerary
✅ 5‑night premium hotel accommodation with daily breakfast (2 nights at Peakpool Brook Hideaway in Wulingyuan)
✅ Pick‑up upon arrival at Zhangjiajie airport / high‑speed railway station
✅ Drop‑off at Fenghuang High‑speed Railway Station on departure
✅ Full‑trip on‑site coordination service
remark
‑ Default room type is twin‑bed; king‑bed subject to hotel availability.
‑ Guide may re‑arrange visiting order in peak seasons to skip crowds, no reduction of attractions.
‑ Mountain facilities may be closed for maintenance; alternative routes will apply.
‑ Moderate walking required; please wear comfortable walking shoes and prepare waterproof jacket for mountain mist.
‑ Only breakfast included; lunch & dinner at guest’s own cost.
‑ Guests shall book Shanghai‑bound high‑speed train ticket by themselves.
‑ Optional experiences need extra payment and pre‑booking.
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