This 5-day high-speed rail immersive tour takes you to Zhangjiajie’s most iconic natural and cultural gems—famous as the “real-life Pandora” from Avatar:
- Natural Wonders: Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (“Three Thousand Strange Peaks, Eight Hundred Beautiful Waters”) with Yuanjiajie (Divine Armament Assembly), Tianzi Mountain (Imperial Brush Peak), and Tianmen Mountain (world’s longest cable car, 99-bend Heavenly Highway).
- Cultural & Historic Gems: Wander Furong Town (2,000-year-old town on a waterfall, filming location of classic movies), Phoenix Ancient City (Rewi Alley’s “most beautiful Chinese town” with Tuo River night views), and experience Tujia/Miao culture via the optional “Charming Xiangxi” folk show.
- Travel Details: Round-trip high-speed rail (Shenzhen North-Zhangjiajie West; reference trains: G6358 10:16-17:08 / G6098 07:14-13:45); air-conditioned tour buses; 4 breakfasts + 8 lunches/dinners included; accommodations in Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City & Phoenix Ancient City.
Highlights
- Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (UNESCO World Heritage) – Home to over 3,000 lifelike quartz sandstone peaks ("Three Thousand Strange Peaks"). Key spots: Yuanjiajie (Divine Armament Assembly, First Bridge under Heaven) & Jinbian Stream ("never dries in drought, always emerald in rain").
- Tianmen Mountain – Features 5 world-class wonders: 7,455m-long cable car (world’s longest single-line), glass walkway, 99-bend Heavenly Highway, Tianmen Cave (999 steps to climb), and 1,600m Guigu Walkway.
- Furong Town – A 2,000-year-old "hidden gem" perched on a waterfall, once named "Wangcun" and renamed after a classic movie. Experience authentic rural serenity and Tujia architecture.
- Phoenix Ancient City – Praised as "China’s most beautiful town" by Rewi Alley. Admire Tuo River night views (crimson lanterns on stilt houses), wander ancient cobblestone streets, and explore Miao silverware/paper-cutting.
- Bailong Sky Elevator – World’s highest fully exposed sightseeing elevator (326m height), taking you to Yuanjiajie for "Avatar-like" peak views.
- Optional "Charming Xiangxi" Show – A must-see folk performance showcasing Tujia/Miao cultures (dances, songs, rituals). A cultural heritage training base with interactive audience experiences.