Furong or Fenghuang: choose one town or visit both
Pick Furong for illuminated waterfall cliffs or Fenghuang for lively riverside bridges, with clear train times and overnight advice.
Furong Town
Cliffside waterfall views, day trips or overnight stays, high-speed train links, and onward transit to Fenghuang.
The town guide covers waterfall paths, local snacks, and night lighting, while the hotel guide shows you where to stay without dragging heavy suitcases down ancient stone stairs.
Choose and plan
Zhangjiajie, Furong, and Fenghuang in 6 Days
See the best mountain lookouts in Zhangjiajie, then catch fast bullet trains south to sleep beside Furong's waterfall and Fenghuang's river.
Tickets and routes
Furong Town: Waterfall Walk, Tickets, and Evening Lights
Arrive in the afternoon to see cliffside Tujia houses, then watch the waterfall and wooden balconies light up at dusk.
Arrival and transport
Zhangjiajie to Furong: train, station transfer, and return
Take the direct train to Furongzhen, then a short car ride to the old-town entrance. Leave large bags at your hotel before walking the stone steps.
Furong to Fenghuang: Train, Shuttle Stops and Luggage
Take the direct high-speed train and connect easily with town shuttles for a smooth transfer to Fenghuang's ancient riverfront.
Where to stay
Where to Stay in Furong Town: Waterfall Views and Easier Luggage Routes
Enjoy lit waterfall views while avoiding steep stone stairs with heavy suitcases.
Prepare for the whole trip
Set up phone payments, mobile data, navigation maps, high-speed train tickets, and your US passport details before heading out.
- China Entry and Visa Rules for Zhangjiajie
- How to Pay in Zhangjiajie: Alipay, WeChat Pay, Cards, and Cash
- Alipay for Zhangjiajie: Set Up Your US Card and Pay by QR Code
- Set Up WeChat Pay for Zhangjiajie
- Cash, ATMs and currency exchange in Zhangjiajie
- Internet in Zhangjiajie: Roaming, SIM Cards and eSIMs
- Maps and Navigation Apps for Zhangjiajie
- China train tickets: book your seat and board in Zhangjiajie
- China Train Ticket Changes and Refunds
- Using a Taiwan travel permit in Zhangjiajie
- Use your Home Return Permit in Zhangjiajie