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7-Day Adventure Itinerary in China

  1. Day 1: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
    1 hour 15 minutes (25 miles) from Zhangjiajie City Centre

    Start your adventure with a morning hike through the stunning natural beauty of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, including the breathtaking Avatar Hallelujah Mountains. Afternoon try a thrilling glass-bottomed walk along the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. End the day with a Chinese hotpot dinner.

  2. Day 2: Hua Shan
    2 hours 30 minutes (83 miles) from Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

    Wake up early and take a high-speed train to Hua Shan. Here you can challenge yourself by hiking one of the world's most dangerous trails, the Plank Walk. Afternoon, explore the scenic areas of the mountain, such as the Heavenly Stairs and the North Peak. Finish the day with a traditional Shaanxi-style banquet.

  3. Day 3: Yangshuo
    7 hours 30 minutes (352 miles) from Hua Shan

    In the morning, take a flight to Guilin and then a bus to Yangshuo. Here, canoe down the Yulong River, taking in the picturesque scenery. Afternoon, go rock climbing at the Moon Hill or try a bike ride through the rice paddies. In the evening, enjoy the famous Liu Sanjie Light Show on the Li River.

  4. Day 4: Fenghuang Ancient Town
    4 hours 30 minutes (166 miles) from Yangshuo

    Take a morning bus to Fenghuang Ancient Town. Walk through the ancient streets, explore the old city walls and towers, and visit the Tuojiang River. Afternoon, take a boat ride to see the stunning Fenghuang landscape from a different angle. Try some Miao-style grilled fish for dinner.

  5. Day 5: Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park
    9 hours 50 minutes (1,247 miles) from Fenghuang Ancient Town

    Take an early morning flight to Zhangye and head straight to the Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park. Hike through the colourful and otherworldly landscape, including Rainbow Mountains and Binggou Danxia Scenic Area. Afternoon, visit the Giant Buddha Temple in the city centre to learn about the Buddhist culture. End the day with a bowl of hand-pulled noodles.

  6. Day 6: Everest Base Camp
    16 hours 40 minutes (1,479 miles) from Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park

    Take an early morning flight to Lhasa and then a bus to Everest Base Camp. Enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayan ranges including the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest. Afternoon, visit the Rongbuk Monastery and learn about the Tibetan culture. End the day with some yak meat dishes.

  7. Day 7: Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park
    10 hours 50 minutes (277 miles) from Everest Base Camp

    Take a morning flight to Jiuzhaigou and explore the Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park. Hike through the stunning scenery of colourful lakes, forests, and waterfalls. Afternoon, visit the Tibetan-style villages to learn about the unique culture of the area. End the day with a Sichuan-style hotpot dinner.

Recommendations

Other must-see attractions in China include the Great Wall of China, Terracotta Army, and the Forbidden City in Beijing. If you have extra days, consider visiting cities like Shanghai, Chengdu, or Xian. To maximize your fun, try local street food and attend traditional cultural shows. Also, take advantage of China's high-speed trains and convenient domestic flights for long-distance travel.

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