Pure Hunan

Pure Hunan (7-Day Round-Trip Train / 6-Day Round-Trip High-Speed Rail / 6-Day Round-Trip Flight)

Overview

This journey covers iconic attractions in Hunan, including Changsha, Shaoshan, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie, Tianmen Mountain, Fenghuang Ancient Town, and Furong Town. It offers a pure travel experience with no shopping stops, featuring inclusive services, three signature Xiangxi cuisines, three folk performances, and stays in 4-diamond hotels and ancient town inns. Immerse yourself in natural wonders, red culture, and ethnic customs.

What To Expect

Day 1: Beijing → Changsha

 

 

·       Morning/Afternoon: Depart Beijing for Changsha via your chosen transport (train, high-speed rail, or flight). Specific schedules will be confirmed upon booking.

·       Evening: Upon arrival, staff will assist with check-in at the hotel. Free time to explore Changsha’s highlights like Pozi Street (for local snacks) or IFS Skyscraper (home to the famous KAWS sculptures).

·       Meals: None

·       Accommodation: On the train / Changsha

 

Day 2: Changsha → Shaoshan → Fenghuang Ancient Town

 

 

·       Morning: Travel to Shaoshan by bus. Visit the Mao Zedong Statue and Former Residence (real-name reservation required; exterior viewing if fully booked).

·       Noon: Lunch included (local Hunanese cuisine).

·       Afternoon: Continue to Fenghuang Ancient Town, a UNESCO-listed water town.

·       Evening: Enjoy the stunning night view of Fenghuang with the "Seven-Level Light Show" (a free multimedia spectacle). Dinner included.

·       Meals: Lunch, Dinner

·       Accommodation: Fenghuang Ancient Town

 

Day 3: Fenghuang Ancient Town → Huanglong Cave → Folk Gala

 

·       Morning: Breakfast included. Take a traditional boat ride on the Tuo River, visit Shen Congwen’s Former Residence, Wanshou Palace, and Cuicui Street.

·       Noon: Lunch included.

·       Afternoon: Tour Huanglong Cave, known as the "World’s Cave Champion" with its stunning stalactites and underground rivers (VIP access included).

·       Evening: Watch a grand folk performance ("Charming Xiangxi" or "Zhangjiajie Eternal Love"; complimentary, non-refundable if missed).

·       Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

·       Accommodation: Wulingyuan

 

Day 4: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park → Furong Town

 

 

·       Morning: Breakfast included. Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: hike Jinbianxi Canyon (a "natural oxygen bar"), take the Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie (inspiration for Avatar’s floating mountains), and visit Tianzishan.

·       Noon: Lunch included.

·       Afternoon: Travel to Furong Town, a 2,000-year-old town built around a waterfall.

·       Evening: Dinner included. Overnight in Furong Town to enjoy its night view.

·       Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

·       Accommodation: Furong Town

 

Day 5: Tusi Mansion → Tianmen Mountain → Changsha

 

 

·       Morning: Breakfast included. Visit Tusi Mansion to learn about Tujia ethnic culture. Then explore Tianmen Mountain: walk the glass plank road, take the world’s longest cable car, and climb 999 steps to Tianmen Cave.

·       Noon: Lunch included.

·       Afternoon: Return to Changsha by bus.

·       Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

·       Accommodation: Changsha

 

Day 6: Changsha → Beijing

 

 

·       Morning: Breakfast included. Free time to explore Changsha (e.g., Orange Isle or Hunan Museum).

·       Afternoon/Evening: Depart Changsha for Beijing via your chosen transport.

·       Meals: Breakfast

·       Accommodation: On the train / Home

 

Day 7: Arrive in Beijing

 

 

·       Morning: Arrive in Beijing, concluding the journey.

·       Meals: None

What's Included

·       Transport: 2+1 VIP air-conditioned bus (spacious seating with 135° adjustable backrests).

·       Tickets: All attraction entrance fees and internal transport (e.g., Bailong Elevator, Tianzishan Cable Car, Fenghuang boat ride).

·       Meals: 3 breakfasts + 6 lunches/dinners (9 dishes + 1 soup per meal; featuring Tujia Sanxiaguo, Shanshui Gannian Banquet, and Mao-style Braised Pork).

·       Accommodation: 3 nights in 4-diamond hotels + 2 nights in high-end ancient town inns.

·       Services: Professional licensed guide; driver-assistance for groups under 6 people.

·       Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance.

·       Major Transport: Round-trip tickets (train / high-speed rail / flight) as selected.

 

What's Not Included

·       Single Room Supplement: Required for solo travelers (no triple rooms available).

·       Children’s Fees: Includes meals, transport, and guide service; excludes accommodation, breakfast, and tickets (pay extra if over 1.2m).

·       Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, optional activities (e.g., Tianmen Mountain glass bridge，shoe covers: ¥5), and items not listed.

·       Unforeseen Costs: Due to weather, traffic delays, or force majeure.

Meeting and Pickup

·       Departure: Gather at the designated location in Beijing (details confirmed upon booking) and depart via chosen transport.

·       Arrival: Staff will greet you in Changsha and assist with check-in.

·       Return: Drop-off at Beijing’s original departure point after the trip.