Changsha, Shaoshan, Yueyang, Peach Blossom Spring, Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Tianmen Mountain Quality Nine-Day Tour
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Overview
"Stopping the carriage to enjoy the maple woods at dusk, the frosted leaves are redder than February flowers" — Aiwan Pavilion Changsha Ancient City Gate Tower — Tianxin Pavilion One of the famous springs in Jiangnan — Baisha Well One of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century — Mawangdui Han Tomb Liu Shaoqi's hometown — Huaminglou The hometown of the great leader Chairman Mao — Shaoshan The place where the red sun rises — Mao Zedong's Former Residence One of China's five largest freshwater lakes — Dongting Lake One of the three famous towers in Jiangnan — Yueyang Tower The eleventh blessed land under heaven — Junshan Island One of the earliest ancestral temple buildings in Hunan — Temple of the Xiang Concubines A treasure among yellow teas — Junshan Silver Needle An ancient battlefield of a thousand years — Baizhang Gorge China's first national forest park — Zhangjiajie National Forest Park The world's largest viewing platform in the air — Huangshizhai The most beautiful canyon in the world — Golden Whip Stream A peerless wonder under heaven — Shuirao Simen The majestic king of peak forests — Tianzi Mountain An elevator with three world records — Bailong Elevator Hard to tell heaven from earth — Mihun Platform A gallery of Chinese painting — Ten-Mile Gallery Thousands of peaks standing in the clouds and mist — Xihai Stone Forest The world champion of karst caves — Yellow Dragon Cave Insured for 100 million yuan — Dinghai Shenzhen A thousand-year-old ancient town — Furong Town A local specialty snack — Rice Tofu China's most beautiful small town — Fenghuang Ancient Town One of the four great gates of the ancient city — East Gate Tower Former residence of a famous writer — Shen Congwen's Former Residence With a hip-and-gable roof covered with small blue tiles and mainly made of wood — Xiong Xiling's Former Residence Cruising the Tuo River — Tuo River Boating One of the ancient building complexes with strong Miao ethnic features — Stilted Houses
🧭 Itinerary
D1
Meet the group; one-day tour of Changsha;
The guide and driver will meet you at Changsha Railway Station. Visit Hunan Provincial Museum (60-70 minutes), Changsha Museum (20-30 minutes), Aiwan Pavilion (30-50 minutes), Tianxin Pavilion (40-50 minutes), then drive past Baisha Ancient Well, the Riverside Scenic Belt, and Orange Isle, and visit Yinyuan Jade (40 minutes).
D2
Shaoshan, Huaminglou;
In the morning, drive to Huaminglou Scenic Area (including the Huaminglou shuttle bus; total visit 80 minutes). Visit the Liu Shaoqi Memorial Hall, his Former Residence, and the Bronze Statue Square. Then drive about 40 minutes to Shaoshan. Visit the Remembrance Hall (about 20 minutes), the Bronze Statue Square (20 minutes), and Shaofeng Scenic Area (80 minutes), including the Forest of Steles of Chairman Mao's Poems and Shaofeng Temple, and Chairman Mao's Former Residence (40 minutes). Drive back to Changsha and visit Jiahua Local Products Center (30 minutes). The tour ends happily.
D3
One-day tour of Yueyang;
Depart Changsha in the morning (07:30) and drive to Yueyang Tower Scenic Area (70 minutes). Visit Yueyang Tower, the Tomb of Xiao Qiao, and enjoy the scenery of Dongting Lake. Then drive about 30 minutes to Junshan Island Scenic Area (1.5-2 hours). The shuttle bus in the scenic area is ￥10 per person (at your own expense). Visit the Temple of the Xiang Concubines, Liuyi Well, Feilai Bell, Xiangfei Bamboo, Spotted Bamboo Forest, the Tomb of the Two Concubines, and Chuanshu Pavilion, and enjoy a tea ceremony performance (20 minutes). Drive back to Changsha and visit Chuhua Tourist Shopping Center (30 minutes).
D4
One-day tour of Peach Blossom Spring;
After breakfast, depart Changsha by coach for [Peach Blossom Spring]. Visit [Taoxianling Scenic Area], [Taoxian Mountain], and [Qinren Village Scenic Area] (Peach Blossom Mountain Archway - Peach Blossom Grove - Yuxian Bridge - Qinren Ancient Cave - Gongyi Hall - Jitan - Xuanting Gaoju Pavilion - Moding Pine - Peach Blossom Temple). In the afternoon, visit [Taoyuan Mountain Scenic Area] (Qixia Garden - Tianning Stele Courtyard - Taochuan Palace - Shuifu Pavilion), then drive to Zhangjiajie and stay overnight in Zhangjiajie.
D5
Meet the group; visit Huangshizhai and Golden Whip Stream;
In the morning, the guide and driver will meet the group at the airport, train station, or hotel with a sign, then drive to China's first national forest park—Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Visit the Great Oxygen Bar Square (with 80,000-100,000 negative oxygen ions per cubic centimeter), and climb to the 1,200-meter-high, Zhangjiajie's largest cliff-edge viewing platform—Huangshizhai Scenic Area (optional: one-way cable car at ￥48/person per ride, round trip at ￥92/person per ride, or walk). Enjoy a panoramic view of countless mountains and valleys. Walking along the mountain-top loop trail, you can admire many breathtaking natural sceneries, including Liuiqi Pavilion, Star-Picking Platform, Double Gate Welcoming Guests, Five-Finger Peak, Golden Turtle in the Sea of Mist, Natural Fresco, Huangshi Pine, Echo Wall, and Nine-Layer Wall.
In the afternoon, stroll along "China's Most Beautiful Grand Canyon"—Golden Whip Stream, 7.5 kilometers long, taking about 2.5 hours on foot. Along the way, visit famous attractions such as Golden Whip Rock, Divine Eagle Protecting the Whip, Cleaving the Mountain to Save the Mother, Drunken Arhat, Wenxing Rock, Purple Grass Pool, Meeting After a Thousand Miles, Water Winding Around Four Gates, Guanyin Delivering a Child, Master and Disciple Seeking Scriptures, Longevity Spring, Candle Peak, Double Turtles Exploring the Stream, and Scholar's Book Collection. Take the eco-friendly bus down to Wulingyuan Ticket Station, exit the scenic area, and check into the hotel.
D6
Visit the "World's Peak Forest Wonder"—Tianzi Mountain and Ten-Mile Gallery;
In the morning, drive to the world's peak forest wonder—Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area (optional: one-way cable car at ￥52/person per ride or walk up Tianzi Mountain). Visit attractions such as Tianzi Pavilion, West Sea Stone Forest, Imperial Brush Peak, Fairy Presenting Flowers, Helong Park, Stone Boat Sailing Out, Herb-Collecting Old Man, and Helong Bronze Statue. (Optional at own expense: ￥148 to take the Bailong Elevator to visit Yuanjia Village, Yuanjiajie, etc.)
In the afternoon, walk down Tianzi Mountain via Wolong Ridge to Ten-Mile Gallery. After descending, visit the exquisite Ten-Mile Gallery (optional: walk or take the sightseeing train at ￥23/person per ride one-way, ￥33/person per ride round trip). Along the way, enjoy attractions such as Heaven's Platform, Three Sisters Peak, King Xiang Watching Books, Longevity Star Welcoming Guests, Herb-Collecting Old Man, Golden Rat Watching the Sky, and Fierce Tiger Roaring at the Sky. Take the eco-friendly bus to Wulingyuan Ticket Station, exit the scenic area, and check into the hotel.
D7
Baofeng Lake or Yellow Dragon Cave, free time, then go to Fenghuang Ancient Town for overnight stay;
In the morning, visit the earthly jade pool—Baofeng Lake Scenic Area. Admire lifelike attractions such as Baofeng Flying Waterfall, Fairy Looking in the Mirror, Stone Gate Welcoming Guests, Peacock Spreading Its Tail, Golden Toad Holding the Moon, and Divine Turtle Emerging from Water. Boat on the lake, listen to the mountain songs of local boys and girls expressing love, and watch egrets fishing in the clear water. Alternatively, visit the underground dragon palace—Yellow Dragon Cave, with famous attractions such as Dragon Dance Hall, Xiangshui River, Heavenly Fairy Water, Tianzhu Street, Dragon Palace, and Maze. Pass through the gateway to Wulingyuan—Baizhang Gorge, and exit the scenic area.
Around 17:00, drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town (about 4 hours). Arrive in Fenghuang Ancient Town in the evening. Stroll through the ancient town to feel its tranquility and simplicity under the night, or go to the riverside to enjoy the beautiful Tuo River dotted with lights, and participate in the local ancient folk custom: releasing longevity lamps and wishing lamps.
D8
Tour Fenghuang Ancient Town, return to Zhangjiajie;
After breakfast, tour Fenghuang Ancient Town: the former residence of Shen Congwen, a literary giant; the former residence of Xiong Xiling, the first cabinet premier of the Republic of China; the Yang Family Ancestral Hall, one of the 24 ancestral halls; the ancient East Gate Tower; the North Gate Jumping Rock where thousands of troops once passed; take a leisurely wooden boat to enjoy the intoxicating scenery of the Tuo River; the stilted houses with red lanterns hanging high; the Rainbow Bridge; and the Cuicui Tower—Huang Yongyu's studio—hidden among green mountains and clear waters. Stand by the river at the Wanmin Tower, walk along the ancient long bluestone street, and you will see various silverware, mouth-watering snacks, unknown local specialties, and the amazing paper-cutting of Miao elderly women. In the afternoon, drive back to Zhangjiajie and check into the hotel.
D9
One-day tour of Tianmen Mountain, return trip;
After gathering in the morning, drive to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. Take the "world's longest high-mountain passenger cableway (total length 7,455 meters, elevation difference 1,279 meters)" to experience the thrill of soaring through the clouds, arriving at the top of Tianmen Mountain in 28 minutes. Climb to the summit of Zhangjiajie—Yunmeng Fairy Top—overlook the panoramic view of Zhangjiajie, and experience the pride of being alone above the clouds. Tour the East Line Biye Yaotai Scenic Area, admire the wonderful and beautiful bonsai garden, visit the Bonsai Stone Area, Tianmen Water Turning, North Overlook of Tianmen, Lingquan Spring, Lingquan Temple, and ascend Yunmeng Fairy Top to experience the heroic feeling of "clouds born underfoot, wonderful peaks fully viewed, all phenomena in sight." Tour the West Line to experience the thrilling Ghost Valley Plank Road, screaming freely on the cliff edge in the clouds. Return to Lingxiao Platform to enjoy the city scenery and appreciate the majestic momentum of the landscape scroll. Climb the 999-step Heaven-Linking Ladder to reach the bottom of Tianmen Cave, feel the wonder of creation, and fully enjoy the magnificent scenery inside and outside Tianmen Cave. Experience the wonder and shock of natural creation at Tianmen Cave. Take the sightseeing bus to experience the wonders of the 99-bend Heaven-Linking Avenue, and along the way enjoy landscapes such as the Seven-Level Waterfall, Golden Turtle Carrying Ingots, General Peak, and Arrow Shaft Peak. Tianmen Mountain has unique weather, a marvelous cave, rich vegetation, and a long history. It is a mysterious carrier of historical culture and Buddhist-Taoist culture, and a perfect combination of natural and cultural landscapes. Therefore, it is also a must-visit place for honeymoon vacations. End the pleasant Hunan trip!
✅ Inclusions
I. Explanation of fees included in the quotation:
1. Admission tickets: Includes admission to the attractions listed in the itinerary;
2. Accommodation: Includes one standard twin room for two people per night at the hotel. If a single room supplement occurs, the room fee must be paid;
Due to the need to visit famous attractions such as Yangjiajie, our itinerary includes 1 night's accommodation at a guesthouse on the mountain (clean, safe, and hygienic).
3. Guide: Includes the considerate service fee of an excellent nationally certified guide;
4. Insurance: Includes travel agency liability insurance and scenic area accident insurance. For a private group, personal accident insurance can be provided as a gift;
5. Transportation: Includes tourist vehicles with 7-55 seats (the vehicle model depends on the number of group members on the day). Vehicle service period: from pick-up to drop-off; vehicle service scope: within the tour itinerary.
II. Explanation of fees not included in the quotation:
1. Tour meals: Except where "meals included" is specifically noted, all others [do not include meals]. Solutions:
A. Order meals separately. Tourists may decide independently according to personal preference and freely choose dishes with local flavors;
B. Choose the group meals provided by our agency: the standard is ￥40 per person per day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner;
2. Scenic area cableways: Fees for substitute transportation within scenic areas, such as cable cars, ropeways, sightseeing trains, and elevators;
3. Major transportation: Does not include major transportation costs such as air tickets and train tickets to and from Zhangjiajie from the tourist's location;
4. Other fees: Personal expenses and additional expenses caused by force majeure factors, etc.
III. Travel warm reminders:
1. Ticket booking: Our agency can book round-trip air tickets and train tickets to various places on behalf of tourists;
2. Additional attractions: This route can add other attractions according to tourists' needs, and the fees will be calculated separately;
3. Preferential policies: Tourists who meet the following preferential policies, such as those over 60 years old, active-duty military personnel, children under 1.2 meters, students currently enrolled in school, journalists, etc. Please inform our customer service in advance.
Note: Scenic area hotels use combined consumption; if meals are not taken, no refund will be given. If attraction tickets cannot be visited due to force majeure factors, or if preferential tickets are generated with preferential certificates, only the difference after the preferential settlement price will be refunded.
IV. Explanation of relevant terms:
Hotel class description [i.e., accommodation description]:
1. Economy class: Stay in ordinary hotels, no star rating, clean, hygienic, safe, with private bathroom, air conditioning, color TV, and hot water facilities complete;
2. Standard class: The hotel stayed in is higher than "economy class"; the hotel has been recently renovated or is preparing to apply for a three-star rating;
3. Deluxe class: Stay in a listed three-star hotel rated by relevant national departments;
4. Super deluxe class: Stay in a four-star hotel or a hotel that is larger in scale, has more complete facilities, and is preparing to apply for a four-star rating compared with those in "deluxe class";
5. Ultra deluxe class: Standard stay in a five-star hotel or the best local hotel, such as Wulingyuan International Resort Hotel in Wulingyuan District (listed 5-star).
Explanation of group types [individual tourists, groups, and conferences receive daily]:
1. Join-in group for individual tourists: This is a conventional and economical way to travel. Tourists from various places sign up with our agency, and then accommodation, vehicles, guides, and other services are arranged uniformly to form a tour group for travel. Advantages: Optimizes tourism resources and saves travel costs; Disadvantages: Compared with tourists forming a private group, flexibility is slightly lower.
2. Private group: Means tourists charter a vehicle separately and hire a guide for exclusive service, forming an independent group. Advantages: More dedicated service, and product quality and service quality are far higher than conventional travel methods; Disadvantages: Private groups require advance booking and arrangement, and the travel price is relatively higher.
Discussion and execution of travel services:
Please submit your supplementary requirements to the customer service manager, and finally execute them according to the contract agreement negotiated and signed by both parties.
Warm reminder:
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ticket discount and free ticket policies:
1. Tourists holding the new version of a journalist certificate, active-duty officer certificate, military disability certificate, civilian cadre certificate, student certificate, police officer certificate (armed police), soldier certificate, or retired officer certificate, and children under 1.2 meters, may pass directly through a special channel with valid certificates;
2. Elderly people over 70 years old may purchase a ￥68 environmental protection bus ticket with their ID card;
3. Elderly people aged 60-69 may purchase a ￥163 discount ticket with their ID card (must be full age);
4. Students over 1.2 meters and under 24 years old may purchase a ￥163 discount ticket with their student ID and ID card;
5. Children over 1.2 meters and under 1.5 meters may directly purchase a ￥163 discount ticket.
6. Holders of first- or second-level disability certificates issued by the Disabled Persons' Federation may purchase a ￥68 environmental protection bus ticket; please verify certificates and number of people before purchasing tickets, and present certificates when purchasing tickets.
However, the final implementation shall be subject to the specific execution of the ticket station.
📌 Booking Notes
[Detailed prices (per person · by number of people/hotel class)]
Number of people Standard class Deluxe class Deluxe A class Ultra deluxe class
Join-in group tour for individual tourists (meals not included) ￥1998 ￥2289 ￥3195 ￥
2-3 people private group (meals not included) ￥ ￥ ￥ ￥
4-5 people private group (meals not included) ￥ ￥ ￥ ￥
6-7 people private group (meals not included) ￥ ￥ ￥ ￥
8-9 people private group (meals not included) ￥ ￥ ￥ ￥
10 people private group (meals not included) ￥ ￥ ￥ ￥
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