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Cruise into Tribe of the Three Gorges
Redeem your ticket and board at 8:00 AM at the Huangbaihe Pier operated by Yichang Transportation Group. The boat departs around 9 AM, offering scenic views of the first dam on the Yangtze River—Gezhouba Water Control ProjectTake in the panoramic view of the world-renowned Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, showcasing the pristine canyon scenery of Xiling Gorge—the core section's highlight. Enjoy onboard views of the ancient Three Travelers Cave and Zhang Fei's Drumming Platform.Nanjin Pass (entrance to the Three Gorges), Immortal Stream, Yellow Cat Gorge, Shadow Play Gorge, and Moon Bay - hailed as the world's most spectacular river bend. Arrive at the beautiful Three Gorges area around 10:20 AM to visit the Three Gorges Tribe scenic area, China's first original ecological, scenario-based, experiential 5A national folk tourism attraction. Take the cable car or elevator up the mountain (additional fee: CNY 30 per person) to visit Bawang Village - Moon Invitation Pavilion and overlook Moon Bay. Explore Bawang Palace, which recreates legends of war and love from ancient times.Folk Culture VillageExperience the simple life of canyon residents; explore the dreamy depths of the Shadow Play Cave; after lunch, immerse yourself in the lifestyle of indigenous canyon dwellers through the folk songs of local girls and boat trackers' chants. Witness today's riverside homes, streamside dwellings, and Tujia stilt houses while enjoying a traditional wedding performance. Join the embroidered ball toss activity to become a Tujia son-in-law for a day, reveling in joyful drumbeats that make you forget to leave. The cruise departs at 4:00 PM and returns to Yichang Transportation Group Huangbaihe Pier approx. 1 hour later for disembarkation, concluding your delightful itinerary.Yichang · 30.1 km from Changyang
Qingjiang Giant Buddha
In Qingjiang Giant Buddha Mountain, the Maitreya Buddha statue is 278 meters high and 144 meters wide at the bottom, which is twice the size of the Leshan Giant Buddha in Sichuan and is very spectacular.Changyang · 8.6 km from downtown
Geheyan Dam
Changyang · 6.1 km from downtown
Xiaofeng Scenic Area
Xiaofeng Scenic Area is located on the north bank of Xiling Gorge in the Yangtze River Three Gorges. It is a core component of the Yangtze River Three Gorges National Geopark and a stopover on the way to Shennongjia. The scenic area features geological wonders such as canyons, waterfalls, and karst caves. It contains typical stratigraphic sections from various geological eras, including the Sinian, Cambrian, and Ordovician periods, making it a natural geological museum. Streams flow year-round in the canyon, where dozens of waterfalls of various shapes cascade through the deep valley. Among them, the iconic view Three Gorges Grand Waterfall, formerly known as Baiguoshu Waterfall, has a drop of nearly 100 m, with a curtain of water pouring down from the towering cliffs. Visitors can put on raincoats and walk along the boardwalk behind the waterfall's curtain, enjoying an immersive experience of water mist on their faces and the thunderous roar. The scenic area also features karst caves and underground river views such as Golden Lion Cave, Tianhe Dragon Palace, and Lover Spring. These attractions are distributed along the canyon, allowing visitors to enjoy canyon trekking, getting soaked by waterfalls, and exploring karst caves all in one trip.Yichang · 47.1 km from Changyang
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is named after the natural wonder "Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave." When visiting the attraction, you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the winding Heaven-Linking Avenue and the stunning mountain scenery from the cable car. The brave can also walk along the cliff-hugging glass skywalk for an exhilarating aerial experience. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is located close to Zhangjiajie city. The Tianmen Cave in the park is a natural karst cave, and locals believe it leads directly to heaven. For ordinary travelers, Tianmen Cave is not open year-round. During winter each year, due to snow and icy roads, both Tianmen Cave and the Avenue toward Heaven (a winding mountain road with 99 turns) leading to it are closed. The lower station of the attraction's cableway is located in Guanliping, Yongding District, and the upper station isTianmen MountainTop. In 2020, the attraction opened the express cableway. The lower station of the express cableway is near the entrance to Tianmen Mountain, and the upper station is atTianmen CaveNear the parking lot. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is filled with ancient towering trees and intertwined vines. The attraction is divided into several main areas, including Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave, central route, eastern route and western route. Travelers can choose different routes and areas to explore based on their preferences and physical condition. The core attraction along the central route is Tianmen Mountain Temple. Nearby lies the "Child-seeking cave," where folk legends claim Guanyin, the child-giving bodhisattva, manifested her divine power—devout prayers here are believed to grant offspring. The western route's highlight is a 60 m-long glass walkway clinging to sheer cliffs, with fully transparent flooring that induces both vertigo and exhilaration as visitors tread above abysses. Currently, the eastern route and Panlong Cliff each feature their own approx. 60 m glass walkways. No stay is allowed in the attraction, so it can only be visited within one day. There is a "Cherry Bay Restaurant" near Tianmen Mountain Temple, which offers snacks and fast food. Near the lower station of Tianmen Mountain cableway, there is transportation to the "Grand Canyon Theater", where you can watch the live show and magical musical "Tianmen Fox Fairy". Adapted from the mythological tale "Liu Hai cuts firewood", it tells a touching love story between a human and a fox. With live music, lighting effects, and captivating scenes like a giant moon, fox spirit transformations, snowflakes filling the sky, and high-altitude flying bridges, this legendary romance is vividly brought to life.China · Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is where Zhangjiajie tourism originates. "Everyone knows Zhangjiajie, but who recognizes Wulingyuan?" Many visitors are confused about the relationship between Zhangjiajie and Wulingyuan. Generally, Zhangjiajie refers to both Zhangjiajie City and the Zhangjiajie attraction. The Zhangjiajie attraction specifically means Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, which—together with Tianzi Mountain, Suoxi Valley, and Yangjiajie—forms the Wulingyuan scenic area. Since Zhangjiajie National Forest Park was developed earlier and gained greater fame, even Zhangjiajie City was renamed after it. As a result, people commonly use "Zhangjiajie National Forest Park" or "Zhangjiajie attraction" to refer to the Wulingyuan scenic area. "Three thousand spectacular peaks and eight hundred beautiful waters." The three thousand spectacular peaks, in particular, are world-renowned. Wulingyuan's mountains stand apart from famous peaks around the world. Across its 398-square-kilometer area, over 3,000 densely packed sandstone pillars rise dramatically, with 243 exceeding 1,000 meters in height. When sea of clouds roll in, these pillars appear to float without foundation, soaring straight into the sky. Alongside North America's redwood forests and Greenland's glaciers, they form one of Earth's four great geological wonders. Located at low altitudes in the subtropical zone, Wulingyuan thrives with lush forests and abundant water sources, supporting numerous endangered plant and animal species. Each pillar teems with life. The natural pillars, bridges, canyons, waterfalls, streams, pools, caves, and dense broadleaf forests often shroud in mist and clouds, enhancing their breathtaking beauty. This unique landscape creates a spectacular scene described as "majestic mountains, elegant waters, peculiar peaks, secluded gorges, and exquisite caves," earning its reputation as "an enlarged bonsai and a miniature fairyland." On December 14, 1992, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee unanimously voted to include Wulingyuan on the World Heritage List, filling China's gap of having no World Natural Heritage sites. Its recognized outstanding universal value lies in its exceptionally rare quartz sandstone peak forest landform, which possesses extremely high aesthetic value. UNESCO states: "Wulingyuan's scenery can be compared to several national parks and monuments in the United States, such as the Grand Canyon, as well as the sandstone peaks of Western Australia's Purnululu region. However, due to Wulingyuan's lower elevation and subtropical location, it boasts lush forests, abundant water sources, and numerous towering peaks that display more vertical profiles than the heritage sites in the U.S. and Australia." The visually stunning Pandora planet in the globally popular 2009 movie "Avatar" captivated countless viewers, with its floating mountains inspired by Wulingyuan. Additionally, Wulingyuan served as the filming location for Chinese literary classics like "Dream of the Red Chamber" and "Journey to the West," as well as movies such as "Zhong Kui: Snow Girl and the Dark Crystal" and "Monster Hunt." In 2010, Wulingyuan's unique landform was officially named the "Zhangjiajie landform," becoming a globally recognized term and one of the few landform types in the world named after a specific region. Attraction highlights Yuanjiajie: Step into Pandora from Avatar Yuanjiajie served as the filming location for the "Hallelujah Mountains" in the movie Avatar. Here, you can explore the magical world of floating peaks scattered like stars across the landscape. If you're lucky enough to visit during a light rain or just after the rain clears, you'll witness the breathtaking scenery of mist-shrouded, layered mountain peaks. Mihun Terrace is the ideal vantage point, offering panoramic views of hundreds of towering stone peaks that create a majestic atmosphere. You can also see the renowned "World's First Bridge," a natural wonder spanning two mountains with a vertical drop of 357 meters. Tianzi Mountain: Where the Emperor's Return Makes Other Mountains Pale in Comparison Exploring Tianzi Mountain, you'll encounter extraordinary geological formations and peculiar peaks like the Imperial Writing Brush, Fairy Presenting Flowers, Commander's Platform, Sky-High Farmland, and Immortal Bridge. Don't focus too much on how closely these natural shapes resemble their names - the true charm lies in the mountain's "primordial natural beauty." The misty atmosphere after rainfall creates an ethereal fairyland experience, while winter transforms the landscape into an even more enchanting silver wonderland. Huangshi Village: Reach the summit for breathtaking mountain views "Without ascending Huangshi Village, your trip to Zhangjiajie is incomplete." Huangshi Village is a scenic viewpoint within Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, surrounded by sheer cliffs and lush greenery, with its summit often shrouded in mist. Reaching the top of Huangshi Village offers panoramic views that let you experience the majestic feeling of "seeing all other mountains appear small." Yangjiajie: Thrills Amidst the Peaks Yangjiajie is primarily known for its pristine natural beauty, featuring towering mountains and narrow paths that make it famous for its "perilous" reputation, beloved by backpackers and adventurers. Within the attraction, Black Dragon Village is one of Zhangjiajie's most magical spots. Once inhabited by bandits from western Hunan, it was later renamed after the TV series "The Suppression of Bandits in Black Dragon Mountain." The village is built along the mountainside, with only one path leading up and down—requiring visitors to use both hands and feet to climb to the summit. Suoxi Valley: Nature's Ink Wash Masterpiece Suoxi Valley, also known as Suoxi, gets its name from the rope-like shape of its winding streams. Unlike the more rugged areas of the forest park, this mist-shrouded valley features crystal-clear streams that flow year-round, surrounded by graceful peaks at every turn. The Ten Mile Gallery stands as the crown jewel of Suoxi Valley—a 5km-long canyon filled with fragrant wildflowers and extraordinary rock formations. Walking through this landscape feels like stepping into a living Chinese landscape painting. Golden Whip Stream: Filming Location of "Journey to the West" Golden Whip Stream Canyon is the earliest developed area in the attraction, where a crystal-clear stream flows through the valley flanked by towering peaks and lush greenery. This location served as one of the filming sites for the classic TV series "Journey to the West," allowing fans to visit iconic scenes like the Water Curtain Cave and the Mountain-Splitting Rescue.China · Zhangjiajie
Xianrenzhai Scenic Spot
Changyang · 5.9 km from downtown
Xilingxia Scenic Area
Xilingxia Scenic Area is located in the western suburbs of Yichang, preserving a section of the Yangtze River's Three Gorges in its original state. It stretches from Gezhouba in the east to the Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area in the west. Known as the "Gateway to the Three Gorges" and the "Throat of Sichuan and Hubei," it is also one of the birthplaces of Chu culture. The scenic area includes Xilingxia Happy Valley, Sanyou Cave, and Xilingxia Utopia attractions. Ouyang Xiu once praised this place, saying, "Here, the mountains and rivers connect Shu and Chu, and the divine beauty is concentrated in Xiling." Here, every peak is majestic, every shoal is perilous, every cave is wondrous, every gorge is secluded, and every waterfall is exquisite. There is no place that cannot inspire a poem, and no place that cannot be captured in a painting.Yichang · 34.3 km from Changyang
Three Gorges Grand Waterfall
The Three Gorges Grand Waterfall, originally named the White Fruit Tree Waterfall, is located in the gorge of the Xiaofeng Tourist Area in Yichang, renowned for its natural waterfall clusters and canyon forest views. The strata here record the geological changes from ancient eras like the Sinian, Cambrian, and Ordovician periods. Scenic spots along the route, such as the "Cambrian scriptures" and "Earth's annual rings," transform geological relics into understandable views. The valley is lush with vegetation and abundant in moisture, offering a cool retreat even during midsummer. Following the valley trail upstream, over 30 waterfalls of various forms—such as the Tiger's Mouth waterfall, Thread waterfall, Pearl waterfall, Fork waterfall, Chain waterfall, and Five-Fan waterfall—appear one after another. Some are wide and gentle, plunging with a roar; others cling to the rock walls as slender, cascading streams; still others are interconnected in layers. Several uniquely shaped stone and wooden bridges span the stream, blending seamlessly with the rocks and waterfalls. At the end of the canyon, the main waterfall, with a drop of over 100 m and a width of dozens of m, cascades down the steep cliff, filling the valley with mist and a thunderous roar. On sunny afternoons, a rainbow often arches in front of the waterfall. Behind the main waterfall lies a corridor embedded in the cliff. Wearing a raincoat, visitors can "walk through the waterfall" from behind the cascading curtain, feeling the spray and coolness—a signature experience that sets this apart from ordinary waterfall viewing. The hike follows the valley to the main waterfall and loops back via another path, with key sights along the way; a half-day is sufficient for a leisurely visit. Passing through the waterfall inevitably leads to getting wet—a playful summer delight, but other seasons call for spare clothes.Yichang · 53.2 km from Changyang
Yellow Crane Tower
Yellow Crane Tower is a landmark building of Wuhan. It is located on the bank of the Yangtze River and above Snake Hill in Wuchang. Many celebrities have written famous poems about the tower. Yellow Crane Tower was built during the Three Kingdoms period, but it was destroyed many times. What we see now is the reconstructed version built in 1985. When you climb the Yellow Crane Tower, you can see the spectacular view of the Yangtze River and Wuhan's three districts.China · Wuhan
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三少的车夫October 5, 2026
5.0
It felt like a top-notch attraction. However, the staff were dishonest; they lied to us, saying it was National Day and we couldn't take the ferry. Imagine if the elderly had to go back the same way – it would not only be disappointing but also very tiring. Also, the boat arrived at the ferry terminal early in the morning, but it was half an hour late entering the attraction, costing us an hour less of our sightseeing time, which was also a problem.
Cruise into Tribe of the Three Gorges
老昂June 16, 2016
5.0
The Qingjiang Giant Buddha is actually a mountain, a bit like a Buddha.
Qingjiang Giant Buddha
gz伊妹儿October 20, 2020
5.0
The Geheyan Hydropower Station Dam at the entrance of the scenic area has a nice view, beautiful scenery, pleasant scenery and fresh air. It mainly generates electricity to supply the Central China Power Grid, cooperates with the operation of the Gezhouba Power Station, and also provides flood control and shipping.
Geheyan Dam
Anonymous userOctober 23, 2026
5.0
This place worth definitely a visit. Unfortunately the weather wasn't so good but neither so cloudy than you can't see anything. We took the escalator and completed the visit in 5:00 hours. Consider 1:30/2 hours just to complete the escalator up and down.
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
KamburovaOctober 22, 2026
5.0
Amazing experience! Everything was great, the park is really well managed, we loved it. It’s totally worth it and I would go back again.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
M52***51June 27, 2023
5.0
Such beautiful mountains and such clear water, it’s like a paradise on earth, making you reluctant to leave!
Xianrenzhai Scenic Spot
118***96August 7, 2026
5.0
It was such a wonderful surprise! You can see rare geological formations like canyons, underground rivers, and caves. My child rode the glass slide (38 yuan) and said it was super thrilling and fun. Aside from that, there were no other extra charges. The shuttle bus experience was also good. It far exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend everyone to come!
Xilingxia Scenic Area
泫起October 17, 2026
5.0
The Three Gorges Waterfall experience is excellent. The waterfall has a large drop and is very impressive. A unique feature is that you can walk under the waterfall and immerse yourself in the water mist. August, the height of summer, is the best time to visit, as it's cool and refreshing. It's recommended to bring your own raincoat if you visit in summer; they can be purchased at the entrance of the scenic area at a reasonable price. I haven't experienced it in winter, so I can't comment on that yet.
Three Gorges Grand Waterfall
M25***93October 22, 2026
5.0
A must-see attraction in Wuhan, experience the sentiments expressed by ancient literati as they climbed the tower to gaze at the vast expanse of water, and marvel at the passage of time flowing like the Yangtze River. From the top of today's Yellow Crane Tower, you can see the Yangtze River Bridge, resembling a giant dragon spanning the two banks of the river.
Yellow Crane Tower
