Classic 4-day tour in Changsha and Zhangjiajie

2 cities | 17 attraction(s) | total distance 429 km

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The first stop is Zhangjiajie, which starts the whole journey with its breathtaking natural scenery. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianzishan Cableway, and the charming landscapes such as the Ten-mile Gallery small train! The second stop is from Zhangjiajie to Changsha, where you can experience the local life atmosphere in Changsha.

Day1: Zhangjiajie

7 attraction(s) · 65 km

After arriving at the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, take the Tianzi Mountain Cableway directly to the mountaintop and stand at the Tianzi Pavilion to have a panoramic view of Tianzi Mountain. The highlight attraction "Gathering of the Divine Soldiers" collects more than 30 peculiar peaks, which offers a breathtaking view and a peaceful state of mind.

Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area of Zhangjiajie

13 km

Tianzishan Scenic Area

11 km

Wulingyuan Scenic Area - Emperor's Observation Deck

2 km

Yubifeng

Yubi Peak is located in the Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve and is one of the best attractions in the Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area.

14 km

Meeting of divine weapons

The Gathering of Divine Soldiers is one of the top ten scenic spots in Zhangjiajie. Here, 30 stone peaks rise from the ground and crowd together in a canyon, resembling a group of soldiers standing in formation. It is said that this is where the divine soldiers gather for a meeting with the king. Although the mythology is unreliable, the concentration and spectacle of the stone peaks are rare in Wulingyuan. Descending from the Hundred Dragons Sky Ladder to the valley and admiring it from a different angle is another kind of beauty, known as the "Forty-Eight General Rock".

16 km

Zhangjiajie Ten-mile Gallery

The Ten-mile Gallery is located in the Suoxiyu Scenic Area and is one of the highlights of the area, offering rich natural landscapes where visitors feel like they are walking in a painting.

12 km

Xibu Street

Xibu Street is located north of Wuling Avenue, with a 400-meter water view along the Suxi River to the south. It is east of Zhangjiajie Grand Theater and west of Bao Feng Bridge, which leads to Baofeng Lake.

Day2: Zhangjiajie > Changsha

3 attraction(s) · 353 km

It takes 15 minutes from the ticket station in Wulingyuan to Jinbianxi Forest Park. When you come to Jinbianxi, you can indulge in the gift of natural oxygen and bathe in the morning light sprinkled through the trees while standing by the stream! The water in the stream is clear, and even the surrounding herbs are so healing when you change your view!

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Yellow Stone Village, Pipa Creek, Golden Whip Creek, Yazi Village, She Dao Gou, Yuanjiajie, etc. are the must-visit core attractions in Zhangjiajie.

17 km

Golden Whip Stream

Jinbian Creek Scenic Area is located in the eastern part of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and is named after Jinbian Rock. It converges with Pipa Creek in the west and flows into Suoxi Creek in the east.

336 km

Duzheng Street

Du Zheng Street, located on the south side of Jiefang Road in Furong District, Changsha City, Hunan Province, is one of the old streets in Changsha.

Day3: Changsha

5 attraction(s) · 11 km

In the morning, let a bowl of authentic Changsha noodle wake you up on Dongtang Ancient Street! Then quickly start a day of leisurely wandering in Changsha city~ For those who are interested in cultural history, you can visit Hunan University, Yuelu Academy, and Hunan Normal University; in the afternoon, come to Du Fu Pavilion to enjoy the sunset; and of course, leave the night to the delicious food on Taiping Street, where a group of friends can check in and enjoy the unique taste of Changsha shrimp, it's just too fun!

Hunan University

Hunan University is ranked as Double First Class, Project 211, and Project 985. It is a prestigious comprehensive research university with a long history and international reputation.

1 km

Yuelu Academy

One of the four famous academies in Chinese history, located in the scenic area of Mount YueLu, with a history of over a thousand years.

7 km

Former site of Hunan Provincial First Normal School

2 km

Dufu Jiangge

Du Fu Jiangge was built to commemorate Du Fu, and it forms a cultural heritage site along with Tianxin Pavilion, Yuelu Mountain Dao Lin Temple, and Yuelu Academy.

2 km

Taiping Street

It is the most well-preserved street in the ancient city of Changsha, retaining its original street layout intact.

Day4: Changsha

2 attraction(s) · 2 km

Tianxin Pavilion is both a landmark historical building in the ancient city of Changsha and a backyard for nearby residents. It's a great place to take a morning walk. In addition, the free open-to-the-public Bamboo Slips Museum is another good place to learn about Changsha's history. It's closed on Tuesdays, so don't miss out if you want to check it out.

Tianxin Pavilion

Tianxin Pavilion is located in Tianxin Park and was first built in 1746. It underwent reconstruction in 1983 and is a city gate of Changsha ancient city.

2 km

Changsha Bamboo Slips Museum

Changsha Bamboo Slips Museum is currently the world's only modern specialized museum that integrates the collection, preservation, organization, research, and display of bamboo slips.