FengHuang Attractions
Laershan Market
Laershan was the center of Miao area in Western Part of Hunan. 45kms away from Fenghuang, Every 2nd 7th counted by Lunar Calendar, there will be a busy market in the Laershan Town, very interesting and busy. it's a good spot to know the life of Miao.
Ximenxia Rafting
Ximenxia Rafting is at Jixin County 20km from Fenghuang Ancient Town, it's a very nice pick for outdoor activity when visit fenghuang in summer time. it's a good way to get close to the nature in Xiangxi.
laojia Miao Village
Laojia Miao Village, Personall is my favorite Miao village in Fenghuang Area. it's about 30km from Fenghuang. It's very pristine, and the whole village is made of stone. very impressive.
Qiliang Cave
Qiliang Cave is the 1 of 9 famous scenic spots in Fenghuang. Within a 2 hours cave trip, you can see the former military base of Local Bandit, and the highlighted spot is the water reflection at the 1st layer. Very impressive.
Huangsiqiao Fort
Huangsiqiao Fort is the "anscestor"of Fenghuang Ancient Town, which can dates back to 686 AD in Dang Dynasty. because there is no river around, it moved the location in Ming Dynasty to where Fenghuang Ancient town is now.
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Cities With Daily Nonstop Flights to Fenghuang (Updated In Feb 2017)
See which Chinese cities offer direct flights to Tongren Fenghuang Airport TEN every day, this airport is just 30km away from Fenghuang (Phoenix Ancient Town).
...See which Chinese cities offer direct flights to Tongren Fenghuang Airport TEN every day, this airport is just 30km away from Fenghuang (Phoenix Ancient Town).
Beijing 1 flight
Guiyang, Guizhou 5 flights
Changsha, Hunan 2 flights
Qingdao, Shandong 1 flight
Ningbo, Zhejiang 1 flight
Haikou, Hainan 1 flight
Zhengzhou, Henan 1 flight
Southwest Guizhou / Qianxinan, Guizhou 1 flight
Be amazed by Fenghuang
Known as one of the most beautiful towns in China, Fenghuang in Hunan is a classic example of a water city comprised of gracefully curving bridges, stilted houses, and boats skimming through the canals.
...Known as one of the most beautiful towns in China, Fenghuang in Hunan is a classic example of a water city comprised of gracefully curving bridges, stilted houses, and boats skimming through the canals.
Sometimes called Phoenix Ancient Town, Fenghuang lies on the banks of the Tuo Jiang River and its Miao people derive much of their livelihood from its waters.
Despite its popularity with tourists, the town remains as a kind of living museum for simpler times.
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5-Day Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang Ancient Town Classic Tour
Day 1: Zhangjiajie Arrival
After meeting with the tour guide, he/she will take you by private van and driver to your hotel for a good rest.
Accommodation: Best Western Grand Hotel in Zhangjiajie(Superior Class)/Sunshine Hotel & Resort Zhangjiajie(Deluxe Class)
Day 2: Zhangjiajie national forest park: Huangshi Fort, Golden Whip Brook
...Read moreDay 1: Zhangjiajie Arrival
After meeting with the tour guide, he/she will take you by private van and driver to your hotel for a good rest.
Accommodation: Best Western Grand Hotel in Zhangjiajie(Superior Class)/Sunshine Hotel & Resort Zhangjiajie(Deluxe Class)
Day 2: Zhangjiajie national forest park: Huangshi Fort, Golden Whip Brook
After breakfast, you will take the cable car to Huangshi Fort which is 1092 meters above sea level. It is the biggest sightseeing platform to view the spectacular scenery in the national park. Later, explore the famous Golden Whip Brook which covers a distance of 7.5 km winding across mountains and valleys.
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Hotel(Superior Class)/Pullman Hotel & Resort(Deluxe Class)
Day 3: Wulingyuan scenic area: Tianzi mountain, Yuanjiajie and Baofeng Lake
After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up and take you to Wulingyuaun Scenic Area to visit its two most classic and popular attractions. Take a cable car up to Tianzi mountain, and you will see large area of grotesque peaks thrusting up below. Walking along the steps, spectacular views unfold in front of you from different angels. In the afternoon, ride the public shuttle bus to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, whose mountains are said to be the inspiration for Avatar's Hallelujah Mountain, and then take the shuttle bus for the Bailong elevator down the mountain. This glass elevator was built on the side of a cliff, and it claims to be the world's highest and fastest outdoor sightseeing elevator which takes only 1.5 minutes with 326 meters as the height.
After that, go to Baofeng lake that is a basin created by the terrain in the middle of this mountainous area. It is a leisurely experience as you boat on the clear water, see the hills of various shapes, and enjoy entertainment by the local minority people as they sing their traditional songs.
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Hotel(Superior Class)/Pullman Hotel & Resort(Deluxe Class)
Day 4: Tianmen Mountain, drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town
After breakfast, take the longest cable car up to the top of Tianmen Mountain which got the name because of Tianmen hole(literally "heaven's gate) is a 131-meter-high hole formed naturally in the mountain like a doorway, well-known for being glided through by a world-class stuntman in a wing suit. To reach the hole, you can climb for about half an hour up the "stairway to heaven". Coming up to Tianmen mountain, Your heart will beat faster at on the world's longest cable car, the suspended glass walkway almost a mile(1,430 meters) above the ground, and the winding road with 99 curves.
In the afternoon, 4 hours drive to Fenghuang Ancient Town, enjoy the night view in the town with all lights and lanterns on.
Accommodation: Government Hotel(Superior Class)/Phoenix Grand Hotel(Deluxe Class)
Day 5: Fenghuan Ancient Town, Dehang Miao Village, Back to the next destination
After breakfast, wondering around in the ancient town with the cement pavements and characteristic wooden buildings (Diaojiaolou).
In the afternoon, drive back to Zhangjiajie while on the way back, explore Dehang Miao Village which refers to "beautiful valley" to get an interactive with local Miao-minority people in person.
End of service for 5-Day Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang Ancient Town Classic Tour, and you will be transferred to the airport/train station/bus station for your next destination.
Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang (and Guilin) 6-days Tour
Day 1. Zhangjiajie Arrival
Arriving at Zhangjiajie airport. Picking up and transfer to your hotel in Zhangjiajie.
Accommodation area: Zhangjiajie
Day 2. Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie)
...Read moreDay 1. Zhangjiajie Arrival
Arriving at Zhangjiajie airport. Picking up and transfer to your hotel in Zhangjiajie.
Accommodation area: Zhangjiajie
Day 2. Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie)
We are heading to Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area. First main attraction is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (entrance ticket 36 USD/person, 4 days valid). We will take Bailong elevator (1,070 ft. glass elevator) go up to Yuanjiajie Senic Area. We will visit Greatest Natural Bridge, Enchanting Terrace and Heaven Pillar. Heaven Pillar is AVATAR Mountain. The movie AVATAR was shot here. Enjoy Hallelujah Mountain. Then we are going to Tianzi Mountain by tourist car. We will see Xihai,Helong Park, Imperial Writing Brush Peaks, Fairy Dispersing Flowers, etc. The local government built Helong Park here in memory of General Helong.
Living at Wulinyuan District hotel of your choice.
Day 3:the Grand Canyon of Zhangjiajie (world highest glass bridge) -- Yellow Dragon Cave
In the morning, we go to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon to see the glass bridge (37 USD/ticket). It's about 50 minutes driving from Wulinyuan.
At afternoon, we explore Yellow Dragon Cave ( 15 USD/ticket for entrance fee). It is called "the most amazing tourist cave in China". It is also called "underground enchanted palace".
Staying at Wulinyuan District hotel of your choice.
Day 4: Golden Whip Brook -- Tianmen Mountain (the Rock Hole of Heavenly Gate and glass walkway)
Golden Whip Brook is Located in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, covers a distance of 7.5 km from north to south, winding across mountains and valleys. The brook is limpid through the year, with many scenic spots along the way. It is famous for Jinbian Cave which has a height of 382 meters and looks like a huge flying eagle.
At afternoon, we will go to Tianmen Mountain (38 USD/ticket). Your heart will beat fast at Tianmen Mountain on the world’s longest cable car, the suspended glass walkway almost a mile (1,430 meters) above the ground, and the ‘99 Bends’ mountain road. You will take a chairlift to the highest spot of Tianmen Mountain at Tianman Temple.
At night: Watching Tianmen Fox Fairy show (optional).
Sleeping at Yongding District (city downtown) hotel of your choice.
Day 5. Zhangjiajie -- Fenghuang (Phoenix Ancient Town)
Transporting to Fenghuang in the morning. Taking boat ride on Tuo River. Enjoying the harmonious atmosphere and Walking up and down both sides of Tuo River. Get relax while watching the rows of traditional wooden houses built on stilts and looking at what the local people do.
Accommodation area: Fenghuang.
Day 6. Fenghuang Departure (Guilin,Zhangjiajie or other cities)
Go to your next destination from nearby airports (Tongren Fenghuang airport TEN, only 40 kilometers away from Fenghuang; Huaihua Zhijiang Airport HJJ, 110km from Fenghuang; Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport DYG, 230km from Fenghuang), bullet-train station (Huaihua), normal train stations or bus stations.
(There is an intercity bus goes to Guilin directly from Fenghuang General Bus Station every day. It only takes 6 hours and 23 USD/person.)