7-Day Zhangjiajie and Furong Ancient Town Tour with Scenic Highlights and Cultural Experiences

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Day 1: Arrival & Local sights

Zhangjiajie, China on August 26, 2025

9:50pm

Flight Arrival at Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport

Arrive at Zhangjiajie after evening flight from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (flight FU6764). Transfer to Zhangjiajie Fengzhilü Valley Villa Resort Hotel by taxi (~40 minutes, ₹800).
₹800, 0h40m

10:30pm

Check-in and Rest

Check-in at Zhangjiajie Fengzhilü Valley Villa Resort Hotel to rest after travel, preparing for next day's early adventure.
Included in accommodation, Overnight
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Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Zhangjiajie, China on August 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian restaurant "Curry Leaf"

Start your day with authentic Indian breakfast options like masala dosa and chai. Located near your hotel, open from 7am.
₹350, 1h

8:30am

Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Yuanjiajie Scenic Area

Explore Yuanjiajie, famous for Avatar's Hallelujah Mountains. The park opens at 7:30am; take the Bailong Elevator (₹800) to reach mountains faster.
Park entry ₹1200 + Bailong Elevator ₹800, 5h

1:30pm

Lunch at Subway Sandwich

Quick and fresh sandwiches at Subway near the park entrance to recharge.
₹450, 1h

2:30pm

Walk Golden Whip Stream

Enjoy a scenic 3.8 km walk along the Golden Whip Stream through lush forest, open till 5pm.
Included in park entry, 2h30m

5:00pm

Return to Hotel

Take local bus no. 4 from National Forest Park bus stop to downtown Zhangjiajie (₹35) and taxi to hotel (₹100).
₹135, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Pizza Hut Zhangjiajie

Enjoy delicious Italian pizzas with local flavors. Open until 9:30pm.
₹800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Grand Canyon & Cableways

Zhangjiajie, China on August 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a buffet breakfast at your resort before setting out for the day.
Included, 1h

8:30am

Visit Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge

Walk over the famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, the world’s longest and highest; open 8am-6pm. Entrance and bridge ticket cost ₹1200.
₹1200, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at local Indian restaurant "Spice Village"

Taste a variety of Indian dishes with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options; open 11:30am-3pm.
₹600, 1h

1:00pm

Huangshizhai Cableway and Yangjiajie Cableway

Take the Huangshizhai Cableway (₹500) and then the Yangjiajie Cableway (₹400) to enjoy panoramic views of the park and unique rock formations.
₹900, 3h

4:00pm

Explore Mother-child Peak & Pig Bajie Carrying His Wife rock formations

Short hikes to view iconic natural rock formations nearby after cableway rides.
Included in park, 1h30m

6:00pm

Return to hotel via taxi

Taxi ride from the park exits to hotel (~30 min, ₹800).
₹800, 0h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Domino’s Pizza Zhangjiajie

Enjoy a variety of pizzas and sides, with delivery or dine-in options open until 10pm.
₹850, 1h30m
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Day 4: Tianmen Mountain Exploration

Zhangjiajie, China on August 29, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at hotel

Buffet breakfast to energize for a full day on Tianmen Mountain.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Take Tianmen Mountain Cablecar

Board the world's longest cable car to the mountain’s summit (₹900 round trip).
₹900, 1h

9:00am

Visit Tianmen Mountain Glass Walkway and Tianmen Cave

Walk on the thrilling cliff-hanging glass walkway and see the famous Tianmen Cave natural arch.
Entry includes cablecar ticket, 2h

11:00am

Explore Tianmen Fox Fairy and National Forest Park

Walk scenic trails around the mountain and see cultural sites including the Fox Fairy statue.
Included, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Subway Sandwich

Light lunch with fresh sandwiches before further sightseeing.
₹450, 1h

1:30pm

Tujia Folk Customs Park and 72 Wonder Tower

Explore local ethnic culture and architecture. Park open till 5pm with entrance fee ₹400.
₹400, 2h

4:00pm

Return to hotel by bus 7 from Tujia Folk Customs Park to city center (₹35) and taxi to hotel (₹100).

Relax in hotel after a cultural afternoon.
₹135, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Indian restaurant "Curry Leaf"

Enjoy hearty Indian curries and tandoori dishes to end your day.
₹700, 1h30m
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Day 5: Furong Ancient Town

Furong, China on August 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before departure to Furong for day trip.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Travel to Furong Ancient Town by train

Take train G6079 from Zhangjiajie West Station at 15:14 arriving Furongzhen Railway Station at 15:37. To align the itinerary, recommend taking earlier transport by taxi or arranging private car (~2h drive, ₹1500) for flexible arrival.
Train booked at ₹450, 0h23m

10:00am

Explore Furong Ancient Town

Visit Furong Town Waterfall, Viewing Pavilion, Wangcun Pubu waterfall, and stroll the ancient town streets.
Free entry, 4h

2:00pm

Lunch at local Indian restaurant "Spice Village"

Tasty Indian food available in Furong town for lunch.
₹600, 1h

3:00pm

Continue sightseeing

Relax at viewing points and enjoy local culture.
Free, 3h

6:00pm

Train back to Zhangjiajie

Take train G6152 from Furongzhen Railway Station at 21:50 to Zhangjiajie West Station at 22:14.
₹450, 0h24m

7:00pm

Dinner at Domino’s Pizza Zhangjiajie

Dinner at hotel or local pizza outlet before train journey.
₹850, 1h
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Day 6: Baofeng Lake & Charming show

Zhangjiajie, China on August 31, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Buffet breakfast before departure for airport or train station.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Visit Baofeng Lake

Enjoy a boat cruise on Baofeng Lake (~1.5h), open from 7:30am-5:30pm, ticket ₹900.
₹900, 2h

11:00am

Charming Xiangxi Show

Catch an afternoon cultural show representing local Tujia and Miao folklore (show starts at 3pm, ticket ₹700).
₹700, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Subway Sandwich

Quick sandwiches before show.
₹450, 1h

3:00pm

Attend Charming Xiangxi Show

Enjoy the colorful cultural performance at Zhangjiajie.
Included in ticket, 2h

5:30pm

Return to hotel

Relax and prepare for departure next day.
Taxi ₹800, 0h40m

7:30pm

Dinner at "Curry Leaf" Indian restaurant

Final dinner of trip with favorite Indian cuisine, open until 9:30pm.
₹700, 1h30m
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Day 7: Departure to Guilin

Zhangjiajie, China on August 31, 2025

5:30am

Early Checkout and Travel to Zhangjiajie West Station

Taxi to Zhangjiajie West Station for train departure at 7:17am (₹800, 30 min).
₹800, 0h30m

7:17am

Train to Guilin

Depart from Zhangjiajie West Station to Guilin Railway Station on train D3967; journey approx 7h10m.
₹1800, 7h10m
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