This is our most comprehensive Hunan adventure — everything you love about the 3-day tour, plus an extra day exploring the breathtaking Furong Ancient Town (芙蓉古镇), also known as the "Town Hanging on a Waterfall." With 4-star hotel accommodations, more meals included, and exclusive experiences, this premium tour is designed for travelers who want the complete Hunan experience without compromise.
Why choose the 4-day premium tour? The addition of Furong Ancient Town — a stunning Tujia minority town built on the side of a cliff with a spectacular waterfall — fills the gap between Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang, creating a perfect 4-day itinerary with no wasted travel time.
Children (1.2m and below): 50% off · Infants (under 3): Free · Single supplement: +¥400
Early morning departure by high-speed train or air-conditioned coach to Zhangjiajie. If joining locally, meet your guide at Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG) or train station.
🚄 High-speed train: ~2.5 hours · Coach: ~4 hours
Arrive and enjoy a welcome lunch featuring local Zhangjiajie specialties.
Take the world's longest cable car up to Tianmen Mountain. Walk the dramatic cliffside paths, visit Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Door — a natural arch 131.5m tall), and experience the thrilling glass skywalk. The 99-bend road and panoramic views are unforgettable.
⏱️ Approx. 4 hours · Cable car, cliff walk & shuttle all included
Enjoy comfortable 4-star accommodations in Zhangjiajie. Evening at leisure.
Full buffet breakfast to fuel your adventure.
Full-day exploration of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the iconic Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, Tianxia First Bridge, and enjoy the misty peaks of Yuanjiajie and Tianzishan. Take the Bailong Elevator and explore Golden Whip Stream valley.
⏱️ Approx. 5-6 hours · Multiple scenic areas covered
Local restaurant lunch near the scenic area.
Cross the world-famous glass bridge spanning the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. At 430 meters long and 300 meters high, it's the highest and longest glass-bottomed bridge in the world. Optional zipline for thrill-seekers!
⏱️ Approx. 2 hours
Return to your hotel to rest and prepare for tomorrow's journey to Furong Ancient Town.
After breakfast, check out and head toward Furong Ancient Town.
Visit the stunning "Town Hanging on a Waterfall" — Furong Ancient Town is a 2,000-year-old Tujia minority settlement built dramatically on the side of a cliff, with a magnificent waterfall cascading through the center of town. Explore the ancient streets, visit the waterfall cave path, and enjoy the unique Tujia architecture. This is one of Hunan's hidden gems that most tour groups miss!
⏱️ Approx. 2 hours · Featured in the movie "芙蓉镇" (Hibiscus Town)
Enjoy lunch featuring Tujia minority cuisine — a unique culinary experience different from standard Hunan food.
Continue the scenic drive to Fenghuang (approximately 2 hours).
Enjoy a more leisurely exploration of Fenghuang compared to the 3-day tour. Visit the Shen Congwen Former Residence, take a boat ride on the Tuojiang River, and browse the Miao silver craft shops. As evening falls, watch the town transform into a wonderland of lantern light reflecting off the river.
📸 Best photos: Sunset at Rainbow Bridge, night lanterns
Free evening to explore restaurants. Try blood duck, rice tofu, or grilled fish from the river.
Stay in a premium riverside guesthouse. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the Tuojiang River.
Wake up early to see Fenghuang at its most magical — morning mist over the Tuojiang River, local women washing clothes on the stepping stones, and the quiet beauty of the ancient town before the crowds arrive.
Enjoy breakfast and have free time for last-minute shopping, photos, or a second walk through the town's charming alleys.
Depart for Changsha via the expressway (approximately 4.5 hours). Alternatively, we can arrange transfer to Fenghuang Maglev Station or Tongren Airport for your onward journey.
Hotel drop-off in Changsha. Your guide will help arrange a taxi or transfer if needed.
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A 2,000-year-old cliff-top town with a waterfall running through it — a stunning hidden gem most tourists never see.
Upgrade from 3-star to comfortable 4-star hotels with better amenities, larger rooms, and international-standard facilities.
Extra time in both Furong and Fenghuang means you won't feel rushed. More time for photos, exploration, and soaking in the atmosphere.
1 additional breakfast and 1 additional lunch compared to the 3-day tour. Better value overall.
This 4-day tour fits perfectly within China's 72/144-hour visa-free transit policy available at Changsha airport for international passport holders. We can arrange airport pickup directly!
All meals can be adjusted for halal, vegetarian, or less spicy requirements. Please inform us at booking time for the best arrangements.
Moderate fitness recommended. Most steep sections have cable cars or elevators. Comfortable shoes essential. Walking sticks available if needed.
We accept bank transfer, Alipay, and WeChat Pay. For cash payments in RMB, our guide can help with currency exchange tips.
4 days of unforgettable scenery, culture, and adventure — all taken care of.
