
Pillars of Heaven & Ancient River Towns — 12 Days
This 12-day small-group journey explores southern China’s most iconic landscapes and cultural heartlands, from Guilin’s karst rivers to Fenghuang’s ancient town, Zhangjiajie’s World Heritage sandstone pillars, and Changsha’s cultural legacy.
This itinerary is a suggestion — our travel specialists can tailor it to your preferences and pace.
Guilin karst landscapes – Elephant Trunk Hill, Li River cruise, and Two Rivers & Four Lakes night scenery


Fenghuang Ancient Town – historic riverside architecture and ethnic night views


Zhangjiajie World Heritage landscape – National Forest Park and Tianmen Mountain; Grand Canyon Glass Bridge – dramatic canyon experience.


Changsha cultural heritage – Hunan Provincial Museum, Orange Isle, and Yuelu Mountain


| Tour Duration | Select (Land Only) | Elite (Land Only) | Select (All-Inclusive) | Elite (All-Inclusive) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Days (5–9) | $1,199 | $1,399 | $3,199 | $3,499 |
| 12 Days (10–15) | $1,099 | $1,299 | $3,099 | $3,399 |
| Day 1 | Depart USA → China Meals: In flight |
| Day 2 | Arrive Guangzhou Meals: Dinner |
| Day 3 | Guangzhou → Guilin (HSR), Elephant Trunk Hill & night cruise Meals: All |
| Day 4 | Li River Cruise, Guilin Meals: All |
| Day 5 | Guilin → Fenghuang Ancient Town Meals: All |
| Day 6 | Fenghuang & Furong Town Meals: All |
| Day 7 | To Zhangjiajie, Tianmen Mountain Meals: All |
| Day 8 | Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Meals: All |
| Day 9 | Glass Bridge → Changsha Meals: All |
| Day 10 | Changsha cultural sites Meals: All |
| Day 11 | Return to Guangzhou, Pearl River cruise Meals: All |
| Day 12 | Departure Meals: — |
Departure dates are flexible for private groups. Seasonal best windows: Spring (Mar–May) and Autumn (Sep–Nov).
Itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances. Final arrangements are confirmed at booking. Loong Explorer, LLC acts as an independent travel agency
Due to state Seller-of-Travel registration laws, we currently do not solicit or accept bookings from residents of California, Florida, Hawaii, or Washington. This restriction applies regardless of trip departure point. We’ll update this notice as our coverage expands.