China - Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang, Fanjingshan, Kaili, and Datong

NOV 17, 2023 – NOV 29, 2023

Mystical Peaks & Ancient Villages of China: Zhangjiajie – Fenghuang – Fanjingshan – Tongren – Kaili – Datong

Our journey through China’s hidden wonders was a breathtaking blend of natural splendor, ancient culture, and spiritual discovery. From sky-high peaks to riverside villages, each destination revealed a different facet of China’s timeless beauty.

We began in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, where towering sandstone pillars—immortalized as the “Avatar Mountains”—rose dramatically from misty valleys. Walking across the thrilling Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge and ascending Tianmen Mountain, we were awed by sweeping views and the mystical allure of Tianmen Cave and Tianmen Temple.

In Fenghuang Ancient Town, we stepped back in time, wandering through lantern-lit streets and gliding along the Tuojiang River by boat. The serene Fanjingshan Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inspired deep reflection as we hiked to the Red Clouds Golden Summit, passing Mushroom Rock, Fanjingshan Temple, and the Old Golden Summit.

The journey continued to Kaili, where we connected with the rich traditions of the Miao and Gejia ethnic minorities in Langde Upper Village and Matang Village, experiencing their vibrant art and heartfelt hospitality.

Our final stop, Datong, offered a grand finale of history and architecture—from the majestic Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple to the Huayan Temple and Yingxian Wooden Pagoda.

This unforgettable adventure captured the essence of China—where heaven meets earth, and history breathes in every stone and summit.

Zhangjiajie – Fenghuang – Fanjingshan – Tongren – Kaili – Datong