Zhangjiajie-Guilin 7-Days Tour
Zhangjiajie(3 days): Zhangjiajie National Forest Park-Bailong Elevator-Yuanjiajie Scenic Area-Tianzi Mountain-Tianmen Mountain Park-Tianmen Mountain Cableway-Glass Skywalk-72 Marvelous Towers.
Guilin(3days): Li River Four-Star Cruise (Zhenghang)-Ruyi Peak-Yangshuo West Street-Hot Air Balloon-Yulong River Bamboo Rafting-Silver Cave-Impression Liu Sanjie Show.
Included with every escorted tour
Day 1: Zhangjiajie Arrival
Arrive at Zhangjiajie airport
4-Stars Hotel
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You will be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the city center. There are no scheduled activities for today. If you arrive early, feel free to explore the city on your own.
Day 2: Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park-Bailong Elevator-Yuanjiajie Scenic Area-Tianzi Mountain
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Breakfast
Morning: Arrive at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Take the park shuttle to Bailong Elevator (world’s tallest outdoor lift, reaches the summit in 1min 28sec)
Lunch
Afternoon: Explore Yuanjiajie (Avatar’s “Hallelujah Mountain” prototype, First Bridge Under Heaven, Lost Soul Platform). Take shuttle to Tianzi Mountain (Emperor Peak, Fairy Scattering Flowers, and other breathtaking views)
Day 3: Zhangjiajie
Tianmen Mountain Park-Tianmen Mountain Cableway-Glass Skywalk-72 Marvelous Towers
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Breakfast
Morning: Head to Tianmen Mountain National Park (Route A recommended: cable car ascent). Ride the Tianmen Shan Cableway(7,455m, world’s longest alpine passenger cableway)
Lunch
Afternoon: Challenge the Glass Skywalk (transparent cliffside path, shoe covers required), visit Tianmen Cave (999-step “Stairway to Heaven,” prayer rituals), descend via mountain tunnel escalators
Evening: Visit 72 Marvelous Towers (new landmark with light shows & cultural performances). Return to downtown for overnight stay
Day 4: Zhangjiajie--Guilin
Zhangjiajie-Guilin(Train 7hs) – free time
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Breakfast
Arrive at Guilin Train Station, you will be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the city center. There are no scheduled activities for today. If you arrive early, feel free to explore the city on your own.
Day 5: Guilin
Li River Four-Star Cruise (Zhenghang)-Ruyi Peak-Yangshuo West Street
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Breakfast
Morning: Board the Zhenghang 4-Star Cruise for a scenic journey on the Li River (Bamboo River to Longtou Mountain), cruising for approximately 240 minutes through the stunning
5A-rated Li River landscapes. This is currently the highest-grade operating cruise ship on the river, offering views of iconic sites like Xingping’s charming landscape.
Lunch
Afternoon: Take the cable car to the top of Ruyi Peak, offering a panoramic view of Yangshuo (tour duration approximately 120 minutes). Ruyi Peak features a 360-degree
observation platform where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, such as Yulong River, Moon Mountain, and the Ten-Mile Gallery, which
resemble a painting of paradise.
Evening: Enjoy some free time to explore Yangshuo West Street, known for its vibrant, international atmosphere. It’s best to visit after 9:00 PM for a lively experience (no transportation or guide provided during this free time).
Day 6: Guilin
Hot Air Balloon – Yulong River Bamboo Rafting – Silver Cave – Impression Liu Sanjie Show
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Breakfast
Morning: Take a ride in a hot air balloon, rising 30-80 meters (depending on weather conditions), and enjoy panoramic views of the winding Yulong River and enjoy panoramic views of the winding Yulong River, surrounded by majestic peaks, scenic villages, and rising mist.
Explore the Silver Cave, a karst wonder located in Guilin (4A-rated scenic area, approximately 60 minutes of touring).
Lunch
Afternoon: Enjoy a bamboo raft ride on the Yulong River (approximately 40 minutes, depending on water conditions). Known for being “not just like the Li River, but even more
beautiful,” the river has been praised by CCTV as one of the most scenic spots in Yangshuo.
Evening: Enjoy the spectacular Impression Liu Sanjie show (approximately 70 minutes), which takes place in the world’s largest mountain-water outdoor theater.
Day 7: Guilin Departure
Elephant Trunk Hill – Jingjiang Prince City – Guihai Qingyuan – Transfer to Airport
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Breakfast
Morning: Explore Elephant Trunk Hill (5A-rated scenic area, approximately 50 minutes). This landmark is the symbol of Guilin, named after its resemblance to a giant elephant
standing by the river, drinking water from the Li River. The Duixiu Peak & King City Scenic Area (4A-rated, approximately 90 minutes) is located in the heart of Guilin. It is the birthplace of the city and houses the most well-preserved Ming Dynasty royal residence in China.
Afternoon: Enjoy Guihai Qingyuan + Afternoon Tea (4A-rated, including an electric car within the scenic area). The area, surrounded by over 200 peaks, is known as the “Guihai.”
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