10-Day Hunan & Yangtze Odyssey: Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang & Three Gorges Cruise
Changsha, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Tianmen Mountain, Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountains & 5-Star Yangtze Cruise to Chongqing
Product Code:MVSP000565
Departure:Changsha
Duration:10 days
Duration
10 days
Departure
Fixed Dates
Group size
Small Group (<15)
Transport
Bus/Coach
Guided Language
Chinese
Why choose this itinerary?
- Hunan & Yangtze River Grand Loop: Seamlessly connects Changsha, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Zhangjiajie, Yichang, the Three Gorges, and Chongqing.
- Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountains & Glass Bridge: Includes Yuanjiajie Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, Tianzi Mountain, Bailong Elevator up & down, Tianmen Mountain Cable Car, and Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.
- 5-Star Hotel Upgrade & Yangtze Cruise: Upgrade 1 night to 5-star Pullman Zhangjiajie (or Qianghe Jinjiang) and 4 nights aboard a 5-star Yangtze River Cruise Ship (President/Victoria/Goddess).
- Romantic Fenghuang Ancient Town: Stroll along the Tuojiang River, admire traditional wooden stilt houses, and experience authentic Xiangxi Miao minority heritage.
- Upstream Three Gorges Sailing & Dam Visit: Shore excursion to the colossal Three Gorges Dam, sail through Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge (Kuimen).
Visual Itinerary
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- Route Overview
- Day 1: Arrival in Changsha, Airport/High-Speed Rail Transfer & Hotel Check-in
- Day 2: Drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town, Tuojiang River, Stilt Houses & Nightscape
- Day 3: Xiangxi Miao Village, Drive to Zhangjiajie, Tianmen Mountain Cable Car & 72 Strange Towers
- Day 4: Yuanjiajie Avatar Mountains, Tianzi Mountain, Jinbian Stream & Baofeng Lake Cruise
- Day 5: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, Junsheng Sandstone Gallery, Return to Changsha & Huangxing Walking Street
- Day 6: High-Speed Train from Changsha to Yichang, Board 5-Star Yangtze River Luxury Cruise
- Day 7: Three Gorges Dam Excursion & Sailing Through Xiling Gorge
- Day 8: Sailing Wu Gorge, Excursion to Mini Three Gorges & Sailing Through Qutang Gorge Kuimen
- Day 9: Shore Excursion to Shuiguishan or Shibaozhai & Optional Fengdu Ghost City
- Day 10: Disembarkation in Chongqing, Airport Transfer & Departure Flight Home
Daily Discovery Log
Our itinerary is moderately paced, ensuring you can deeply experience the charm of each location.
Insights From Our Expert
Embark on a breath-taking 10-day pure tour seamlessly connecting Hunan's surreal mountain peaks with a majestic Yangtze River cruise! Stand among the towering quartzite sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie that inspired the floating Avatar mountains, brave the Glass Bridge, and wander through the romantic stilt houses of Fenghuang Ancient Town. Then, board a luxury 5-star cruise ship in Yichang to sail upstream through the towering Three Gorges, marveling at the colossal Three Gorges Dam before concluding your journey in vibrant Chongqing.
Why Choose This Trip?
- Hunan & Yangtze River Grand Loop: Seamlessly connects Changsha, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Zhangjiajie, Yichang, the Three Gorges, and Chongqing.
- Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountains & Glass Bridge: Includes Yuanjiajie Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, Tianzi Mountain, Bailong Elevator up & down, Tianmen Mountain Cable Car, and Grand Canyon Glass Bridge.
- 5-Star Hotel Upgrade & Yangtze Cruise: Upgrade 1 night to 5-star Pullman Zhangjiajie (or Qianghe Jinjiang) and 4 nights aboard a 5-star Yangtze River Cruise Ship (President/Victoria/Goddess).
- Romantic Fenghuang Ancient Town: Stroll along the Tuojiang River, admire traditional wooden stilt houses, and experience authentic Xiangxi Miao minority heritage.
- Upstream Three Gorges Sailing & Dam Visit: Shore excursion to the colossal Three Gorges Dam, sail through Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge (Kuimen).
Who is This Trip For?
- Travelers eager to experience both surreal karst mountain wonders and a relaxing luxury Yangtze River cruise in a single tour.
- Nature, geography, and photography enthusiasts eager to capture Zhangjiajie's Avatar pillars, glass bridge, and the dramatic Three Gorges.
- Culture and leisure seekers looking for upgraded 5-star hotel accommodations, delicious local minority banquets, and comfortable scenic travel.
Real Traveler Reviews
See what other travelers have to say!
HunanYangtzeExplorer
This 10-day tour was incredible! Riding the Bailong Elevator in Zhangjiajie and seeing the floating mountains from Avatar was a dream come true. The 5-star Yangtze Cruise was so relaxing, with amazing views of the Three Gorges!
ChinaScenicWanderer
Perfect mix of adventure and leisure. Fenghuang Ancient Town's night views were magical, and the 5-star Pullman hotel upgrade in Zhangjiajie was super comfortable. Highly recommend this pure tour!
What's Included
- 9 nights accommodations in twin-share room basis (5 nights quality hotels including 1-night upgrade to 5-star Pullman Zhangjiajie/Qianghe Jinjiang + 4 nights aboard 5-star Yangtze River Cruise Ship in balcony cabin).
- Meals as specified in the detailed itinerary (Daily hotel/cruise breakfasts + specified featured lunches/dinners on land and cruise buffets).
- Ground transportation in private air-conditioned touring coach and High-Speed Train second-class seat ticket from Changsha to Yichang.
- First entrance tickets to all sights listed in the itinerary (Fenghuang Ancient Town, Xiangxi Miao Village, Tianmen Mountain with Cable Car, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Ten-Mile Gallery, Baofeng Lake with Boat, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, Junsheng Painting Academy, Three Gorges Dam, Shibaozhai/Shuiguishan).
- Core scenic transport tickets (Bailong Elevator round-trip, Baofeng Lake boat and eco-shuttle).
- Professional Chinese-speaking tour guide services throughout the tour.
- Complimentary airport/high-speed railway pick-up and drop-off transfers in Changsha (8:00 AM - 11:59 PM) and Chongqing.
What's Not Included
- All international and domestic flights and visa processing fees.
- Mandatory Tour Service Fee / Gratuities for Driver & Guide: $10 USD per person per day ($100 USD total per person for 10 days).
- Single room supplement charges ($600 USD total for single occupancy).
- Personal travel accident and medical insurance.
- Optional Shore Excursions on Cruise Portion: Three Gorges Tribe / Longjin Stream or Two Dams & One Gorge ($42 USD / 290 RMB per person); Mini Three Gorges ($26 USD / 180 RMB per person); Baidi City ($42 USD / 290 RMB per person); Fengdu Ghost City ($42 USD / 290 RMB per person).
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, drinks, and souvenirs.
Mandatory Fees
- Tour Service Fee (Driver & Guide): $10 USD per person per day ($100 USD total per person for 10 days).
Optional Fees
- Yangtze Cruise Optional Shore Excursion - Three Gorges Tribe / Longjin Stream or Two Dams & One Gorge: ~ $42 USD (290 RMB) per person.
- Yangtze Cruise Optional Shore Excursion - Mini Three Gorges: ~ $26 USD (180 RMB) per person.
- Yangtze Cruise Optional Shore Excursion - Baidi City: ~ $42 USD (290 RMB) per person.
- Yangtze Cruise Optional Shore Excursion - Fengdu Ghost City: ~ $42 USD (290 RMB) per person.