5 Day Small Group Shennongjia and Wudang Mountains Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Home--Shiyan
1 stop
Shiyan (Pass by)
Your welcoming team will meet you at either 2:00 PM or 11:00 PM, depending on your flight schedule. After collecting your luggage, look for the staff holding a personalized welcome sign near the arrival exit. They’ll assist you with your bags and escort you to your hotel for check-in. If multiple guests arrive around the same time, you may briefly wait before your comfortable transfer.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Wudang Mountains Scenic Area
4 stops
1
Wudang Mountain
Today, we will embark on an in-depth tour of the magnificent Wudang Mountains. Take a cable car to the summit for a breathtaking of the sea of clouds and the majestic Golden Summit, truly experiencing the grandeur of the "Number One Celestial Mountain under Heaven." Next, we will visit the Purple Cloud Palace, immersing ourselves in the solemnity and tranquility of its millennia-old Taoist heritage. In the evening, check into a hot spring hotel in Fang County, where you can relax surrounded by mountains and water, recharging for the next day’s adventures. Itinerary: Wudang Mountains Scenic Area: Taizipo (60 mins, include scenic shuttle bus) → Cable car to Golden Summit Scenic Area (Optional, 120 mins) → Purple Heaven Palace (60 mins)
2 hours • Admission ticket free
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Continue your exploration at Taizipo (Fuzhen Temple), a beautifully preserved Taoist sanctuary where imperial architecture meets mythic storytelling. Wander through the Prince’s Hall and Patriarch’s Hall, and take in the poetic landscapes like “Ten Miles of Osmanthus Fragrance.”
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Wudang Mountain
Cable car to Golden Summit Scenic Area (Optional, 120 mins) This Will be cost in own of the guests
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
4
Purple Heaven Palace The Purple Heaven Palace is the largest and best-preserved Ming Dynasty Taoist architectural complex still standing on Wudang Mountain, earning it the nickname "Forbidden City in the Clouds." As the premier of Wudang Mountain's eight major temples, it serves not only as the main hall for the royal family's worship of Zhenwu Emperor's parents but also as a vital venue for Taoist rituals. Its three-story hall, built into the mountainside, is magnificent, especially the main hall with its double-eaved hip roof, renowned for its precious nanmu wood and exquisite Ming Dynasty-era paintings.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Fang County--Yearend Cave--Tianyan Scenic Area--The Shennong Altar Scenic Area--Muyu Town, Shennongjia
4 stops
Shiyan (Pass by)
In the early morning, we will depart from Fang County by vehicle and arrive at the enigmatic Yearend Cave, where stunning stalactites form a mystical dreamscape under artistic lighting. Next, we will enter the Tianyan Scenic Area to stroll along the elevated walkway amidst the clouds, overlooking the vast sea of forests, encountering lively birds, and breathing in the fresh mountain air while immersing in the pristine natural scenery. Don’t miss the classic photo opportunity at the "Tianyan Sky Bridge." Finally, we will proceed to the Shennong Altar, where you will see a millennia-old sacred cedar and the statue of Shennong, tracing the origins of Chinese agricultural civilization and experiencing the profound blend of human culture and nature in a solemn atmosphere. After the tour, we will check in at Muyu Town in Shennongjia. Itinerary: Fang County → Yearend Cave (40 mins) → Tianyan Scenic Area (120 mins) → The Shennong Altar Scenic Area (60 mins) → Muyu Town, Shennongjia
Admission ticket free
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Shiyan
earend Cave This remarkable cave system comprises five grand halls and five palace-like chambers, housing a total of fifty-nine distinctive scenic spots. Divided into two levels, it requires visitors to climb a steep ladder to ascend from the lower to the upper cave. Inside, nature-sculpted stalactite formations take on vivid forms—resembling humans, birds, flowers, brocades, Buddhas, animals, forests, and waterfalls. Among these are strikingly lifelike representations such as quartz clusters and stone pillars, “A Fairy Drying Clothes,” “Li Bai in Drunken Bliss,” “A Rhinoceros Gazing at the Moon,” “The Savage’s Bedchamber,” savage footprints, “Lovers’ Rendezvous,” “Oath of the Peach Garden,” “A Divine Tortoise Playing in Water,” “Stone Forest in the Fairy Cave,” and “Milky Way Sandbank.” Winding through the cave, an underground river flows with crystal-clear water, maintaining a constant temperature of 14°C (57°F) throughout the year.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Tianyan Scenic Area Tianyan Scenic Area is an ecotourism destination themed around Shennong's herbal gathering legacy and scientific exploration of local flora, fauna, and the legendary "Wild Man." It integrates extraordinary trees, flowers, caves, peaks, and indigenous folk customs, creating an immersive experience centered on primordial mystique and adventure. With an average elevation of 2,200 meters, the area derives its name from the northern Swallow Cliff (Yanziya) and southern Heaven’s Gate Cliff (Tianmenya).
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Shennong Altar
The Shennong Altar Scenic Area The Shennong Altar Scenic Area was built in honor of Yan Emperor Shennong, the ancestral figure of the Chinese people. As the southern gateway to Shennongjia, it is the first stop for most tourists visiting the region. The grand altar plaza features a monumental statue of Shennong, standing 21 meters tall and 35 meters wide, depicting him with the head of an ox and the body of a human. Set against the lush mountains, Emperor Yan Shennong stands with his eyes gently closed, as if contemplating the mysteries of the universe. The scenic area is divided into five main sections: the ceremonial altar zone, ancient botanical garden, millennia-old fir tree, butterfly specimen hall, and bronze chime performance hall. The ceremonial area is adorned with circular and square patterns symbolizing heaven and earth, with the five-colored stones on the "earth" section representing the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth from the Five Elements Theory.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Shennongding Scenic Area-- Dajiuhu Wetland
4 stops
(Pass by)
In the early morning, bathed in the dawn light, you will head to the core scenic area of Shennongjia—Shennongding Scenic Area. Here, you will explore multiple captivating attractions: begin at the Xiaolongtan Wild Man Research Station to experience the mysterious wild man culture; then step into the Golden Monkey Ridge Primeval Forest, breathing in the fresh air along ancient tree-lined trails and encountering lively golden monkey troops; next, traverse the mist-shrouded and majestic Shennong Valley, ascending to the watchtower at nearly 2,800 meters above sea level for a breathtaking of the continuous majestic peaks of the "Roof of Central China"; finally, discover Banbiyan to admire the unique stone forest landscape and marvel at nature's craftsmanship.
Admission ticket free
(Pass by)
Itinerary: Muyu Town, Shennongjia → Shennongding Scenic Area (4 hours, including Xiaolongtan Wild Man Research Station, Golden Monkey Ridge Primeval Forest, Shennong Valley, Watchtower, Banbiyan) → Dajiuhu Wetland (Mandatory, 4 hours) → Muyu Town, Shennongjia
Admission ticket free
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Shennongding Scenic Area Shennongding Scenic Area is a national nature reserve spanning approximately 883.6 square kilometers. Centered around a well-preserved forest natural ecosystem, it is characterized by its ecological diversity and exemplifies the theme of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. As one of the flagship scenic areas of Shennongjia, it is located within the nature reserve in the southern part of the region, where all peaks exceed 3,000 meters in elevation, earning it the title "Roof of Central China."
4 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Dajiuhu Wetland Dajiuhu Wetland is situated in the transitional zone between the central and northern subtropical regions. It forms a subalpine basin landform extending from the eastern ranges of the Daba Mountains, with a base elevation of 1,730 meters and peaks reaching up to 2,800 meters, earning it the nickname "High Mountain Plain." As the only subalpine wetland in the central China region, it boasts rich wetland resources and diverse ecosystems. The area features extensive alpine meadows and wetland ferns, and provides habitat for rare animals such as storks, cranes, and sika deer, giving it significant scientific research value.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Tianshengqiao Scenic Area--Guanmenshan Scenic Area--Airplane--Home
4 stops
(Pass by)
Today, we will first visit the magnificent and secluded Tianshengqiao (Natural Bridge) Scenic Area. You can wander through pristine mountain forests, admire the spectacular waterfalls, flowing springs, and naturally formed stone bridges, feel the cool mist and breathe in the negative ion-rich natural air, listen to the birdsongs and babbling streams, and experience the unique vitality and tranquility of Shennongjia's landscape. Afterwards, we proceed to Guanmenshan Scenic Area, which integrates ecology and science education. Here, you will step into an open-air natural museum, visiting the Wildlife Conservation Research Center and the Plant Specimen Hall along the way, with opportunities to observe rare animals such as the Chinese giant salamander and the Qinling takin up close. This is a deep dive into Shennongjia's biodiversity and ecological conservation efforts, offering an immersive natural education experience amidst stunning green mountains and clear waters.
Admission ticket free
(Pass by)
Itinerary: Muyu Town, Shennongjia → Tianshengqiao Scenic Area (90 mins) → Guanmenshan Scenic Area (90 mins) → Home
Admission ticket free
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Tianshengqiao Scenic Area Tianshengqiao (Natural Bridge) Scenic Area is an ecologically-focused destination renowned for its natural wonders and cultural immersion experiences. Situated at an elevation of 1,200 meters, the area offers a unique blend of leisure, adventure, and sightseeing opportunities, characterized by its spectacular caves, natural rock bridges, waterfalls, and pools. Visitors can admire the scenic flying waterfalls, a spectacular natural stone bridge sculpted by nature, the fragrant Orchid Mountain, and thrilling cliff-hanging plank trails. Together, these elements form a vibrant landscape painting of mountains and waters.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
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Guanmenshan Scenic Area Guanmenshan Scenic Area is an experience zone dedicated to scientific exploration, research, and education, themed around discovery and learning. Rich in species diversity, the area features rugged mountains, rare forests, clear waters, and deep secluded valleys. Along an 8-kilometer-long gorge, rivers flow vigorously and underground streams crisscross beneath the surface. The area is home to over 2,500 plant species ranging from subtropical to cold-temperature zones, and includes a first-class rare botanical garden in Asia comprised of 16 specialized gardens. Here, wildlife such as the giant salamander—a living fossil from the age of dinosaurs 300 million years ago—roams freely. The area also houses an ecological landscape conservation lab and a natural history museum that integrates exhibits on geology, biology, scientific research, and local folk culture.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
• Hotel rooms accommodate 1–2 guests with either two single beds or one king/queen bed (subject to availability). For groups over 2 or needing multiple room types, please book separately and provide all confirmation numbers after booking.

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