Sitting Dragon Gorge

Private sightseeing tour Introduction:

Western Hunan,a big surprise in China tour, once was hidden deep in secret, now is turning to be a very  popular destination for international travelers in recent years. Through a tour. You will be amazed  by the spectacular sight of   a Avatar World formed by large scale of sandstone forest in Zhangjiajie, and you could aslo extent the tour to the one the best ancient town Fenghuang to enjoy the old time and the culture of the local minorities T=there like Miao and Tujia. And on the way,there are still a few exciting spots for you to explore,such as Furong Town,and Sitting Dragon Gorge.This 6 Day intinerary would be  a very good choice for an overall tour in Western Hunan

Tour Feature:Landscape,Cultural,Hiking,cuisine.

Tour Duration: 6 Days

Fitness level required: **(Average)

Road condition: ****(Excellent)

Time of availability: All the year

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Tour Overview:

DAY1 Yuanjiajie--Yangjiajie--Tianzi Mount (Hiking Time:3-4 Hours)

Morning, take the world highest sightseeing elevator (Bailong) up to  Yuanjiajie area for the first look of sandstone peak forest.,it's the Movie:Avatar's background. After it, bus to its neighbor Yangjiajie for an wild hike to Natural Great Wall at Fubogong, then continue to  Tianzi Mount  for the panorama of  Avatar World. Stay overnight outside or on the top of the park.

DAY2.Golden Whip Stream--Yellow Dragon Cave.(Hiking Time:4-5 Hours)

Morning,walk along the beautiful Gold Whip Stream for 2.5 hours, listening to the sound of nature.Afternoon,visit Yellow Dragon Cave for an amazing underground view.

DAY3. Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon--Baofeng Lake--Tianmen Fox Fairy.(Hiking Time:3 Hours)

Morning, drive to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon for a Canyon trip,meanwhile, experience the world highest and longest glass bridge  afternoon,  pay a  tour to pretty Baofeng Lake where we can enjoy the lovely Tujia folk songs.  Night, watch Tianmen Fox Fairy which narrates an amazing local love story,and is titled as one of the 3 best nature-backgrounded shows in China.

DAY4  Tujia Folk Park(Mengdong River Rafting)--Sitting Dragon Gorge.(Hiking Time:2 Hours)

Morning, Get to know the Tujia Minority by visiting Tujia Folk Park,(An option in summer:Get up early for  Mengdong River rafting,spend some time with clear stream,appreciate the pure scenery on both sides),After that, go on driving into deep mountains for an adventure in Sitting Dragon Gorge, experience hiking with iron chains in hands and planks under feet, homestay in a  Tujia village to experience the simple lifestyle of locals.

DAY5. Dehang Miao--Fenghuang Ancient Town, Village. Miao's Fire Party.Night market.(Hiking Time:2-3Hours)

After homemade breakfast, head to Dehang Miao village,,then visit Flying Sand Water Water or Questioning Sky Platform by hiking.  Afternoon, drive to Fenghuang,and spend a wonderful afternoon there. Night, sit by the Tuo River on the bank or in the bar,enjoy the night scene of this beautiful ancient town.

DAY6.Tianmen Mountain--Sandstone Painting Gallery.(Hiking Time:3Hours)

Drive back to zhangjiajie for a whole day tour in Tianmen Mount, take the world longest cable car  to the top, do circled tour  to see the different spectacularity of Karst Landform, then reach the Tianmen hole by world longest escalator, then bus down to the mount foot  on the breathtakingly zigzag road. Afternoon,we conclude this wonderful 6-day tour by enjoying the unique local art at Junsheng Sandstone Gallery. Happy Ending

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Inclusions:

All Entry Tickets

Accommodation: 3 nights in 3 star standard hotels/guesthouses, 1 night for a very local and special homestay (basic but clean) in Sitting Dragon Gorge.1 night in a wooden stilt guesthouse in Fenghuang.
 tickets :

Transportation: What's kind of transportation we use depends on the No.of travelers.The case usually goes like below:

 1-2 : Public Bus. 

 3-7 :Private Van of 7-9 seats ( or Public bu and Partial Private Van Combined)

 8+: Private bus.

Meal:Chinese Meal,

Guide: An experienced English speaking guide

exclusions:

Cablecar,Elevator,one part of escalator in Tianmen Mount

Snacks,drinks,Laundry,tip and other personal expense.

Notice:

Surcharges will be charged in (May 1st-7th),(October 1st-7th) ,and Spring Festival ( Chinese New Year).
The price quoted is to be used for reference only. A final tour quote will be provided to you at the time of  final confirmation on itinerary and standard. it may be lower or higher based on the No. of traveler and your traveling time