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Travel Style: Scenic exploration combining culture, nature, and adventure.
Service Level: Standard +
Physical Rating: Light– suitable for those who enjoy walking and some light hiking.
Age Requirement: 12+ years
Trip Type: Private tour/Small group (min 2 people)
Visa Requirements: 144-hour visa-free transit available for travelers from the UK and most EU countries
Transport：Private vehicle for comfort throughout the trip.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Changsha – A Gateway to Hunan
- Morning:Arrive in Changsha and meet your guide for a warm welcome. Transfer to the hotel and check in.
- Afternoon:Optional tour to Orange Isle (Juzizhou) or Yuelu Mountain, depending on arrival time.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Not included
- Lunch:Not included
- Dinner:Simple meal included
- Hotel:Changsha XingSha World Crown Plaza Hotel or similar
- Optional Activity:Orange Isle or Yuelu Mountain tour (£20 per person)
- Note:24-hour airport/train station pickup available
Day 2 Harbin to Yabuli Ski Resort – Snow Sports & Scenic Snow Town
- Morning:Depart Changsha for Zhangjiajie (approx. 4 hours). Visit the world-famous Glass Bridge at Yun Tian Du, where you’ll experience the thrill of walking across the transparent bridge.
- Evening:Enjoy a spectacular performance showcasing the local culture (standard seating included).
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Included (Hotel breakfast)
- Lunch:Rustic farmhouse meal
- Dinner:Tujia-style local cuisine
- Hotel:Lizheng Heyuan Hotel or Qingxinyuan Hotel or Expert Garden Hotel
Day 3 Discover the Wonders of Zhangjiajie – Tianzi Mountain & Avatar Mountain
- Morning:Full-day exploration of Tianzi Mountain and Yuanjiajie. Take a cable car to Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area to enjoy sights like Helong Park, Fairy Dispersing Flowers, and Yunqingyan Viewing Platform.
- Afternoon:Explore Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, including the Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, First Bridge Under Heaven, and Enchantment Terrace (includes roundtrip on the Bailong Elevator).
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Mountain-top restaurant meal
- Dinner:Coconut chicken specialty
- Hotel:Lizheng Heyuan Hotel or Qingxinyuan Hotel or Expert Garden Hotel
Note: Cable car or Bailong Elevator may vary based on weather conditions.
Day 4 Zhangjiajie – Tianmen Mountain Adventure
- Morning:Visit Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, including a scenic ride on the cable car and exploration of 99 Bends Road, Ghost Valley Walkway, and Glass Skywalk.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Wild mountain mushroom meal
- Dinner:Included (Hotel meal)
- Hotel:Cha Xi Tai Hotel or similar
Day 5 Enchanting Phoenix Ancient Town
- Morning:Depart Zhangjiajie and head to Furong Town, known for its picturesque setting and local traditions.
- Afternoon:Continue to Phoenix Ancient Town. Discover the unique charm of this ancient riverside town, including Longevity Palace, Shen Congwen’s Former Residence, and enjoy a boat ride on the Tuojiang River.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Miao ethnic cuisine
- Dinner:Included (Hotel meal)
- Hotel:Tianxia Fenghuang Hotel or Fengming Tianxia Hotel
Day 6 Phoenix to Changsha – Departure
- Morning:Return to Changsha and visit the bustling Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street and IFS Mall for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Dongting Lake cuisine
- Dinner:Not included
- Hotel:Not included (end of the tour)
- Optional Activity:Hunan Museum tour (£20 per person, must be booked 10 days in advance)
- Note:24-hour airport/train station drop-off available
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation:Four-star hotels with double occupancy.
- Meals:5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners featuring traditional cuisine.
- Transportation:Air-conditioned private vehicle for comfort, covering all attractions.
- Guided Service:Knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
- Entry Tickets:All first-entry tickets for major attractions, including any listed activities.
Optional Activities
- Evening Activities:
- Night River Cruise in Phoenix Town(£30 per person).
- Tianmen Mountain Night Skywalk(£25 per person).
* Note: Flexible airport transfer based on departure time
