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Zhangjiajie · Fly Like an Avatar, Walk Like a Local
About This Journey
Fly like an Avatar — rise through the mist on the world's fastest elevator, stand before the floating peaks that inspired a legend, and let the sky carry you between stone pillars older than memory. Walk like a local — descend into hidden valleys, follow a master's hands through a thousand-year-old craft, and let the quiet rhythm of Xiangxi settle into your bones. This is not just a trip to Zhangjiajie. It's a journey between two worlds — and both of them are real.
Why This Journey
Ride the Bailong Elevator — the world's tallest and fastest — through the clouds into another world, and stand before the real-life mountain that inspired Avatar
Climb the 999 steps to Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate) — walk the glass path above the abyss and watch the mountain speak in light
Dine above Furong Town's waterfall — a thousand-year-old town glowing like a river of stars, with stilt house silhouettes reflected on the water
Weave your own Xilankapu on an ancient wooden loom — the Tujia people never wrote their history down, they wove it, thread by thread, into every piece of fabric
Itinerary
Take the high-speed train from Changsha to Furong Town. Through the window, the flat plains gently rise into mountains — a quiet prelude to your hidden journey.
Your Locale China driver checks you into your hotel. Then, with your guide, you walk into Furong Town. Through the mist of the waterfall path, you hear stories of Tujia kings, dynasties that rose and fell, and the film Furong Town — a Golden Rooster Award winner that captured a moment in China's history.
When night falls, dinner is served at a restaurant with a front view of the waterfall. The cascading water glows like a river of stars, and the silhouettes of the stilt houses are reflected on the water. You may take a boat ride and look back at the thousand-year-old town — hanging above the waterfall.
Recommended Hotels
Furong Jinjiang Resort Hotel
Furong Jinjiang Resort Hotel is located in the core area of Furong Town, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture. With the core concept of "symbiosis of mountains, waters and humanities", it integrates the thousand-year-old waterfall, the essence of Tujia architecture and modern design aesthetics to create an immersive living space that is "hidden in the mountains and waters, and manifested in culture".
Pullman Zhangjiajie
Pullman Zhangjiajie is located in the center of Wulingyuan, the world natural heritage geological park and national forest. The Southeast Asia resort architecturally themed hotel caters for both business and leisure travelers and offers sight-seeing tours that explore Zhangjiajie culture. It is a convenient 30-min. drive from Zhangjiajie City, airport and railway station, and near the National forest park.
Orange Hotel (Tianmen Mountain)
The hotel is located at No. 2 Building, Nancheng Jinzuo, Yingbin Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City (directly opposite the Tianmen Mountain Cableway Station), situated in the Tianmen Mountain Cableway Station commercial district, along the banks of the Lishui River.
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What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
- All admission fees and activity expenses, as noted in the itinerary
- 3 nights' accommodation with daily breakfast included
- English-speaking guide for 4 days
- Round-trip high-speed train (Changsha – Zhangjiajie)
- Private chauffeur service for 4 days throughout the itinerary
- Travel insurance for 4 days
- 24/7 online travel assistance throughout the trip
What's Excluded
- All admission fees and activity expenses not included in the itinerary above
- All meals, snacks, and beverages other than breakfast
- Gratuities for the driver and guide
- Personal expenses, including shopping, souvenirs, and other items of a personal nature
Booking & Payment
How do I book this tour?
Ready to start your China journey? Click "Start Your Journey" in the upper right corner to fill out the inquiry form, or send an email to hello@localechina.com and include your travel preferences. One of our travel designers will get in touch with you promptly to craft a one-of-a-kind itinerary, tailored just for you.
What is the payment schedule?
A. Deposit: To begin reserving your arrangements, we ask for a deposit of 30% of the total trip cost per person. Don't worry, this deposit goes directly toward your trip and will be deducted from your final payment.
B. Full payment: Final payment for your trip is due 30 days before departure. If you book within 30 days of your travel date, full payment will be required at the time of booking. We accept credit card, international bank transfer, WeChat, and Alipay.
What is your cancellation policy?
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Why LocaleChina
Because great journeys are built on local knowledge. Unlike large international operators, we're based right here in China — meaning faster response, deeper connections, and authentic experiences you can't book online. Our advantages include:
- Insider access · Skip-the-line VIP entry, hidden viewpoints, and private cultural encounters
- Full service, no hidden costs · Private GL8 transport, expert guides, and hand-picked accommodations — all arranged
- Real-time support · 24/7 local assistance before and during your trip