5 days Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang Ancient Town

Tour summary

Sparkling azure waters that stretch from horizon to horizon await at the end of this 5 day Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake tour. Spend a little under a week exploring the highlights of the Tibetan world and some of its most sacred sites. From the glistening white walls of Potala Palace with its commanding view to the lively streets of Barkhor this tour will open the door to this enigmatic land. Lhasa City is the heart of Tibet, and it can be felt when there amongst the locals and pilgrims from the landscape. This tour will allow enough time to immerse yourself into to the culture and enjoy the sites. It’s also a perfect addition to any trip in Asia.

Tour photos

Day 1: Zhangjiajie Arrival

Airport and train station pickup service.Transfer to hotel, rest of the time is at your own disposal.

Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Golden Whip Brook

Pick up at hotel, drive to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Upon arrival, take the 326-meter-high Bailong Elevator, the world’s tallest and fastest to the prototype Avatar mountain Yuanjiajie! Next, ride on the sightseeing bus for around 40minutes to Tianzi Mountain, walk and appreciate the panoramic views of the enchanting rock formations and Wulingyuan scenic area. Take cable car down, drive to Golden Whip Brook, enjoy a nice and quiet walk alongside the stream in the forest. At night, you can choose to watch the hotties folk show in town Charming Xiangxi Show.

Day 3: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon,Yellow Dragon Cave

In the morning, drive to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, walk on the worlds’ highest and longest Glass Bridge, keep walking for around 2 hours and find charming sightseeing of crystal water, waterfall, vegetation in the canyon. When reaching the small reservoir, take the boat to the exit. Continue to visit Yellow Dragon Cave, it is a karst cave extends to 13km. There are 4 levels inside, the visit takes around 2hrs by walking and a boat ride on the underground river. After, transfer to hotel. (the order of the scenic spots might be changed due to the weather)

Day 4: Tianmen Mountain & Drive to Fenghuang 230km/4hrs

Drive to Tianmen Mountain in the morning, Experience the 7.5km long-world’s longest cableway directly up to the top of the mountain. Step on the thrilling Glass Skywalk hangs on the sheer cliffs. Later, visit the giant karst Tianmen Cave. In the afternoon, drive to Fenghuang ancient town, it is said as “the most beautiful town in China” by New Zealand writer Rewi Alley. The town is well preserved, most of the population are Miao minorities. You can have a walk or take the boat ride to enjoy the splendid night view in Fenghuang.

Day 5: Fenghuang & Departure

After breakfast, have a walk in the town, step on the small alleys paved with stones, find the lovely wooden houses built by Tuo River. In the afternoon, drive back to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport for the departure. See you again next time!