Private Tour from Guilin to Zhangjiajie via Chongqing

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over Longji Rice Terraces, capturing panoramic views of the mist-covered fields. Explore the Seven Stars with Moon and Nine Dragons and Five Tigers formations, walk through local villages with traditional wooden houses, and observe the daily life and cultural heritage of local ethnic communities.

In the late afternoon, transfer back to Guilin and check into your hotel in downtown Guilin. Spend the evening at leisure or take a relaxing walk along the scenic rivers and lakes in the city.

After breakfast, enjoy the Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, admiring the dramatic karst mountains, rural villages, and bamboo groves along the river. Upon arrival in Yangshuo, transfer to a riverside hotel and take time to rest.

In the afternoon, explore the Yulong River by bamboo raft or walking paths for a quiet interaction with nature. As evening falls, stroll along West Street, discovering craft shops, art galleries, and local culture, with optional traditional music performances or local cultural shows.

In the morning, enjoy a private transfer to the railway station for your high-speed train journey to Chongqing (~5 hours). Upon arrival in Chongqing, your local driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.
(⚠️ Warning: You are entering the ‘Spice Capital’. Read our dining tips to learn how to order ‘Wei La‘ and save your stomach.)

Your guide will lead you to explore Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, the bustling heart of Chongqing, for shopping and tasting local snacks. In the evening, you will visit Hongya Cave to admire the spectacular night lights and river views.

Start your morning at Ciqikou Old Town, wandering through its bustling ancient alleys to explore craft workshops and local snack stalls. Next, head to the famous Liziba Monorail Station to witness the unique sight of a train passing directly through a residential building.

In the late afternoon, transfer to Chongqing railway station for a high-speed train to Zhangjiajie (~2h 45min). Upon arrival, enjoy a short 30-minute drive to your hotel in Wulingyuan District.

Begin early with a visit to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, taking shuttle buses and the Bailong Elevator to reach Yuanjiajie Scenic Area.

Explore viewpoints that inspired the “Avatar Hallelujah Mountain,” including Tianxia First Bridge, Avatar Mountain, and Shenxian Ju.

Continue to Tianzi Mountain, visiting key viewpoints such as Fairy Presenting Flowers and Imperial Brush Peak.

Complete the day at Ten-mile Gallery, admiring unique sandstone formations from a sightseeing car. Return to the hotel in Wulingyuan for overnight stay.

Take the Tianmen Mountain Cableway to the summit and explore the West Line, including Guigu Cliffside Path, the Glass Skywalk, and Tianmen Temple.

Descend via the Transmountain Escalator to Tianmen Cave, known as the “Gateway to Heaven.” After visiting the scenic area, transfer to Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport or Zhangjiajie West Railway Station for departure.