Beijing, Zhangjiajie tour
Explore China's imperial grandeur in Beijing, then journey to the surreal landscapes of Zhangjiajie and the ancient charm of Fenghuang on this 8-day private tour.
Arrival in Beijing. Met and transferred to your hotel. Free for rest of the day. Meals: No Hotel: Yes
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Arrival in Beijing. Met and transferred to your hotel. Free for rest of the day.
First visit Forbidden City, that symbolizes the imperial and traditional China. Then move on to Tiananmen Square, the heart and symbol of Beijing and is the biggest square in the world.
After lunch go on with the visit to Temple of Heaven, the place where the emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties worshiped heaven and prayed for peace and harvest. Then move on to Summer Palace, originally a royal garden and a temporary dwelling palace for emperors of Qing Dynasty. Back to your hotel.

Full excursion tour to Mutinayu Great Wall, symbol of Chinese civilization. Then, go on with the visit to Dingling ( Ming Tombs ), one of the Ming Tombs, where 13 emperors were buried in Ming Dynasty. Back to your hotel in Beijing.

After breakfast, you are free in Beijing till your later afternoon flight for Zhangjiajie. Arrival at the city of Zhangjiajie and you are met by our tour guide and you will be transferred from the city to to your hotel in Wulingyuan Scenic Area (Zhangjiajie Scenic Area). Free for rest of the day.
Today you are arranged to visit Wulingyuan Scenic Area for a whole day including the highlights below:
Tianzi Mountain: one of the four scenic zones in Wulingyuan Scenic Area. The landscape in Tianzi Mountain is natural and primeval. Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve lies on the highest point of "Golden Triangle", its highest point being 1262.5m (Kunlun peak) and lowest point being 534m (Shilan valley).

Yuanjiajie Nature Reserve: a naturally formed platform mountain, surrounded by higher summits which are divided by deep valleys. Added to this scene is an array of amazing lesser peaks
and grotesque rocks.

The Golden Whip Stream: one of the most attractive travel spot in Zhangjiajie which flows between steep grotesque peaks and luxuriant trees. With a length of 7.5 kilometers, Golden Whip Stream is famous for its pristine water, its verdant mountains, its steep cliffs and its serene valley.

Zhangjiajie Ten-mile Natural Gallery: situated in to the northwest of Suoxigu Natural Reserve, and at the foot of Tianzi Mountain.This natural Chinese painting is about 5.8 kilometers in length.

After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Tianmen Mountain which boasts a primitive forest, numerous rare tree species, medicinal herbs and an abundance of fauna. One of the main attractions of Tianmen Mountain is the Tianmen Cave. It is a natural water-eroded cave with the highest elevation in the world.
You are arranged to walk across a 100-meter-long Glass Skywalk clinging around a cliff on Tianmen Mountain, which attracts a consistent flow of tourists every year.It is a great experience to walk along the glass plank trail, wearing sock booties and feeling you are walking on thin air.

After lunch, drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town. Stay in Fenghuag.
Visit the major attractions in the town and have a boat cruise in the beautiful Tuo River, appreciate the unique architecture of local people, taste the culture of Miao minority people. Stay in Fenghuag.

After breakfast, transferred either to Zhangjiajie Airport or train station, or you are free on your own.
Hotel: No
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Tips to your tour guide and driver |
| Entrance fees and meals as mentioned | Cable at the Great Wall |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| The prices above are based two persons sharing one standard room with daily breakfast | |
| Beijing Zhangjiajie Flight ( economic class ) | |
| The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 2 persons | $1629 |
| 3-5 persons | $1439 |
| 6-9 persons | $1249 |
| 10 persons up | $1169 |
| Single room supplement | $599 |
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