Zhangjiajie & Changsha Immersive Nature & Cultural Tour

Experience mystical mountains, pristine lakes, ancient caves, and Hunan cultural treasures.

DAY01 | Arrive at Zhangjiajie – Check-in at Zishan Manju Hotel

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Guests arrive at Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport.

• Dedicated tour guide greets VIPs in the airport lobby.

• Transfer to Zhangjiajie Zishan Manju Hotel (National Forest Park Zhongmen Branch) (~47 min / 33 km) for check-in and rest.

• Evening: Free time to enjoy hotel amenities and surrounding scenic tranquility.

Accommodation

• Zhangjiajie Zishan Manju Hotel, Room Type: Manju (~80 m²)

VIP Check-in Privileges

• Welcome fruits/snacks for VIPs on the first day.

Fulcrum Recommended Highlights

• Located inside Wuling Nature Reserve, adjacent to Wulingyuan scenic area.

• Blue-brick residences harmonized with native trees; panoramic views of mountains from the terrace.

• Serene, immersive experience: open your windows to mountains, sip tea, breathe mountain air, and unwind.

DAY02 | Zhangjiajie National Forest Park VIP Private Tour

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Enjoy local specialty breakfast at the hotel.

• Drive to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (~20 min / 10 km).

• VIP exclusive vehicle arranged to avoid bus transfers.

• Ride the Bailong Elevator to visit Yuanjiajie Scenic Area – First Bridge Under Heaven, Soul-Struck Terrace, Hallelujah Mountain (Avatar filming location).

• Visit Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area – descend by cableway and transfer to Jinbian Stream for a scenic walk along valleys and crystal-clear streams.

• Take the small train through Ten-Mile Gallery to admire dramatic peak-cluster landscapes.

Scenic Spot Introductions

• Yuanjiajie Scenic Area – “Hallelujah Mountains,” filming location of Avatar; peaks often shrouded in clouds.

• Jinbian Stream – 7.5 km canyon with clear streams, unusual peaks, and rich flora and fauna.

• Ten-Mile Gallery – 5 km valley with stone formations resembling humans, animals, and objects.

DAY03 | Huanglongdong & Baofeng Lake – Underground & Water Wonderland

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Drive to Huanglongdong Scenic Area (~30 min / 22 km). VIP guided tour through “Underground Magic Palace” – explore stalagmites, stone pillars, waterfalls, and unique formations.

• Afternoon: Drive to Baofeng Lake Scenic Area (~25 min / 16 km). Boat tour to view Huaguo Mountain Water Curtain Cave, strange peaks, flying waterfalls, and tranquil lake scenery.

Scenic Spot Introductions

• Huanglongdong Scenic Area (4A) – 7,640 m of caves, stalagmites, stone pillars, waterfalls; natural wonder resembling ancient tree with intertwined roots.

• Baofeng Lake – 2.5 km high-gorge lake, emerald waters, secluded islands, cliff waterfalls, and One-line Sky Gorge.

DAY04 | Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park – Plank Road & Cableway Adventure

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Drive to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park (~50 min / 36 km).

• Explore Ghost Valley Plank Road, ride world’s longest alpine sightseeing cableway – Tianmen Mountain Cableway.

• Visit Tianmen Mountain Temple – celestial Buddhist kingdom and ancient retreats.

• Afternoon: Return to hotel. Enjoy optional in-hotel activities: bamboo forest archery, mountain biking, oxygen bar stroll, bamboo shoot digging, or tea tasting.

Scenic Spot Introduction

• Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park (5A) – 7,500 m sightseeing cableway, glass walkway, Tianmen Cave (131.5 m high, 57 m wide, 60 m deep), panoramic mountain skyline over 1,300 m above city.

DAY05 | Drive to Changsha – Hunan Provincial Museum & Yan Ting Dinner

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Enjoy breakfast at hotel; check-out.

• Drive to Changsha (~4.5 hrs / 364 km).

• Check in at St. Regis Changsha for rest.

• Afternoon: Visit Hunan Provincial Museum (~35 min / 10 km) – view precious collections, including Mawangdui Han Tombs artifacts.

• Dinner: Yan Ting Restaurant – taste local delicacies.
  Note: Museum closed on Mondays; alternative arrangement if needed.

Scenic Spot Introduction

• Hunan Provincial Museum (4A) – 180,000+ cultural relics, Han Tomb treasures, bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy, paintings.

DAY06 | Changsha City Exploration – Juzizhou, Tianxin Pavilion & Taiping Old Street

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Visit Orange Isle (Juzizhou) (~45 min / 11 km).

• Lunch: Changsha Cloud Restaurant – riverside panoramic dining.

• Afternoon: Visit Tianxin Pavilion & climb Du Fu River Pavilion to watch sunset.

• Evening: Stroll through Taiping Old Street – historic architecture, local snacks, stinky tofu, and quaint shops.

Scenic Spot Introductions

• Juzizhou Scenic Area (5A) – largest inland sandbar; Mao statue; rare plants & animals.

• Du Fu River Pavilion – Tang Dynasty style garden building; 18 m high.

• Taiping Old Street – historic street filled with traditional snacks and antique architecture.

DAY07 | Departure from Changsha

Event – Fulcrum’s Schedule for Today

• Morning: Enjoy hotel facilities and breakfast.

• Check-out and drive to Changsha Airport (~20 min / 18 km) for departure.

• Conclude journey; Fulcrum looks forward to welcoming you again.